One Syllable Names for Boys

The invented name Xael debuted on the charts for boys in 2010. It is primarily used among Spanish-speaking families.

Kind of a combination of scoot and fleet, brought into public domain by actor Skeet (born Brian) Ulrich. We would recommend looking into the unsavory slang meaning of this name before choosing it for your child.

As seen on SNL, Pat is the ultimate androgynous name. Stick with long form Patrick, and make sure everyone calls him Patrick.

Welsh for "lion", or a nickname for Llewelyn. Could make a cooler substitute for the blander Lou.

For admirers of modernist architect I. M.

Loewe is one spelling of a surname name rooted in many European cultures and languages, from English to German to French. Variations include Lowe and Loeb, and the meaning might relate to low or short (thought to be used for a tall person!) as well as to lion and even hill.

Bheem, the name of the second of the five sons of Pandu in the Hindu epic the Mahabharata, was renowned as a strong warrior. Bheem is the name of one of the two heroes of the Bollywood film RRR.

Could be difficult to grasp: Hoss. The "Bonanza" cowboy.

A cute name for a small animal, or an ironic name for a large one.