Consonant/Blend + Long Vowel x2 Names
- Dino
Origin:
Italian, diminutive of any name ending in -dinoDescription:
Italian heritage name. It's sweet and simple, but has fallen almost out of use since its heyday in the 1960s.
- Simi
Origin:
Diminutive of Simone or SimchaDescription:
A nickname in the Siri and Suri vein, Simi seems a bit simulated but also has some charm, ala Remi and Emmy. And Simi definitely cutens up the serious sophisticated long forms Simone or Simcha.
- Ranie
Description:
Ranie is a gentle feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Rainie or Rainey, connecting it to rain and suggesting a fresh, natural quality. Alternatively, it could be a diminutive of Lorraine or a feminine form of Rani, which means 'queen' in Sanskrit and various South Asian languages. In Hebrew contexts, it might relate to 'ran' meaning 'singing' or 'joyful.' Though uncommon in mainstream usage, Ranie has appeared occasionally throughout the 20th century. The name carries a sweet, unpretentious charm with its soft sounds and simple spelling. Its brevity makes it contemporary-feeling while its various potential etymologies give it cross-cultural appeal. Ranie works well for parents seeking a distinctive yet accessible name with a gentle, pleasant sound.
- Tacy
Origin:
American invented nameDescription:
Looks very much like it lost its first initial.
- Rico
Origin:
Spanish, diminutive of RicardoMeaning:
"dominant ruler"Description:
Consider this short form for your little Richard.
- Sebo
Description:
Sebo is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Hungarian, it derives from "Sebestyén" (Sebastian), meaning "venerable" or "revered." In African contexts, particularly in South Africa, Sebo can be found in several languages including Sotho and Tswana, where it relates to concepts of pride or respect. As a given name, Sebo remains relatively uncommon in Western countries, maintaining an air of uniqueness and distinction. The name's brevity and simple pronunciation make it accessible across linguistic boundaries, while its cultural versatility gives it global appeal. Sebo has a modern, distinctive sound that works well in contemporary naming trends that favor short, powerful names for boys.
- Mikey
Origin:
Diminutive of Michael, HebrewMeaning:
"who is like God"Description:
Hey, Mikey! Old school short form with a certain vintage charm, but it's one nickname you don't want to stick past, say, fifth grade.
- Jacy
Description:
This variation of Jacey was the name of the gorgeous small-town heroine of Larry McMurtry's The Last Picture Show.
- Bohdi
- Cico
- Coco
- Jady
- Nino
- Paley
- Railey
- Reesy