Is there anything more stressful than naming your child? Okay, well there might be a few things you can think of but in the heat of the moment, it can be extremely difficult! Suddenly the nurse is handing you a piece of paper asking you to fill out the name and if you haven’t decided yet, it can be really stressful. We’re here to help you avoid that with this list of 150 adorable one syllable boy names!
1 syllable boy names have long been popular, sometimes they just flow better with your last name, and sometimes they are just too cute. You will find plenty of classics on this list along with some newer, trendier names. Once you have found the perfect first name, you will probably be on the prowl for a middle name. Don’t fret we have a list for that too, check it out here!
And of course, if you are looking for a one syllable girl name, we’ve got you covered for that too.
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150 Adorable One Syllable Boy Names
My Personal Favorites
I love, love, love strong one syllable boy names and these are some of my absolute favorites. I appreciate the fact that these 1 syllable boy names cannot really be shortened to a nickname. That way my son will just be called the name we give him!
- Nash
- Zeke
- Cade
- Cash
- Knox
- Crew
- Rome
- Cruz
- Cal
- Briggs
Classic One Syllable Names
As mentioned previously, there are many classic single syllable boy names. I think classic names are on the comeback. However, I have included a mix of more and less popular depending on what you are looking for.
- Wade
- Gabe
- Gael
- Abe
- Mark
- Roy
- Shawn
- Bruce
- Luke
- Lee
- Max
- Will
- Mark
- Neil
- Gage
- James
- Pierce
- Dean
- Gus
- Colt
- Neil
- Clark
- Hayes
- Chase
- Wayne
- Keith
- Paul
- Sam
- Jack
- Reed
- Rhett
- Clyde
- Ross
- Grant
- Heath
- Greg
- Tom
- Jude
- Vince
- Lance
- Hugh
- Frank
- Hank
- Bryce
- Jon
Unique One Syllable Names for Boys
Calling all millennials! These rare one syllable boy names are perfect for fitting in with the current trends. The Social Security Administration has listed the most popular baby boy names of the last year here if you are looking for some inspiration.
- Flynn
- Cam
- Ford
- Troy
- Drew
- Chad
- Ty
- Breck
- Wes
- Shay
- Duke
- Chet
- Kurt
- Boone
- Mac
- Finn
- Zane
- Royal
- Nate
- Van
- Kobe
- Zak
- Drake
- Jett
- Jay
- Lake
- Reign
- Kane
- Pax
- Wynn
- Clay
- Red
- Sven
- Ace
- Lane
- Chance
- Jay
- Brooks
- Creed
- Quinn
- Rey
- Axl
- Reid
- Trey
- Joel
- Saul
- Rex
- Dash
- Penn
- King
- Tate
- Kai
- Brock
- Fox
- Shane
- Jace
- Jax
- Kace
- Dirk
- Kip
- Miles
- Cole
- Ray
- Tad
- Seth
- Reece
- Russ
- Tripp
- Blake
- Grey
- Dre
- Vaughn
- Hans
- Cale
- Beau
- Trace
- Smith
- Wolf
- Dale
- Flint
- Thor
- Brett
- Dax
- Sky
- Todd
- Von
- Ike
- Fitz
- Holt
- Brant
- Kent
- Trent
- Leif
- West
- Huck
So, are one syllable boy names uncommon? We would say not really, but there are so many choices that you can find a name that is as unique or as classic as you would like! Now comes the hard part of choosing your favorite!
Have more name suggestions one syllable baby name suggestions? Leave them in the comments! Also, check out our Rookie Moms Facebook Group, it’s a great group of moms where you can share your experiences, ask for advice and even help out another mom!
1. Nash
2. Zeke
3. Cade
4. Cash
5. Knox
6. Crew
7. Rome
8. Cruz
9. Cal
10. Briggs
Kai is popular as both a first and middle name for boys. It is also occasionally given to girls.
How many syllables should be in a name?
2-3 syllables are most common.
Keyword: 150 Adorable & Strong One Syllable Boy Names