Short Baby Names
Names that share a short feel, drawn from many origins, with what each one means and how it is doing in the US today. Browse 700+ names, each with its meaning and current US rank.
- #256
Lane
English · Unisex
A peaceful path through the countryside, suggesting a calm and steady spirit.
- #256
Lane
English · Boy
A child who walks a narrow and purposeful path.
- #258
Wren
English · Unisex
Tiny but mighty, Wren is inspired by the small songbird known for its surprisingly...
- #259
Zane
English · Boy
A beloved child, a gracious gift of life.
- #265
Jane
English · Girl
God is gracious, simple and enduring always.
- #270
Lena
Scandinavian · Girl
A bright and shining light of warmth.
- #273
Paige
English · Girl
A young attendant, helpful and bright.
- #275
Charlee
American · Girl
A free spirit with playful energy.
- #277
Myla
American · Girl
A merciful and loving name, soft and warm.
- #279
Tessa
English · Girl
A harvester, cheerful and down to earth.
- #280
Crew
English · Unisex
A name that speaks to belonging and teamwork, Crew says you are never alone, you are part...
- #286
Chance
English · Boy
A fortunate child blessed by lucky stars.
- #301
Dante
Italian · Boy
Enduring and steadfast, a name of literary immortality.
- #302
Kaia
English · Girl
A pure name meaning earth and sea.
- #303
Cruz
Spanish · Unisex
A bearer of the cross, faithful and steadfast.
- #303
Cruz
American · Boy
A child of the cross, blessed and beloved.
- #320
Prince
English · Boy
A child of royal bearing, dignified and poised.
- #328
Gia
English · Girl
God is gracious, a short and sweet blessing.
- #329
Nina
English · Girl
A little girl name, sweet and enduring.
- #332
Brynn
English · Girl
A hill name suggesting strength and stature.
- #338
Demi
English · Girl
A half name with full celebrity sparkle.
- #340
Wade
English · Boy
A brave child who crosses the river ford.
- #353
Tate
English · Unisex
A cheerful one who brings brightness to the room.
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Tate
English · Boy
A cheerful child who brings happiness to all.
- #369
Kenzie
English · Girl
A fair and bright one, lively and fun.
- #376
Cade
English · Boy
A sturdy and round child full of warmth.
- #383
Pablo
Spanish · Boy
A humble soul with artistic depth and gentle warmth.
- #384
Kira
English · Girl
A beam of light, strong and bright.
- #390
Clark
English · Boy
A scholarly child destined for great learning.
- #390
Lana
English · Girl
A peaceful and calm name like still water.
- #392
Marco
Italian · Boy
A warrior of Mars whose heart beats with fierce devotion.
- #396
Joy
English · Girl
A virtue name bursting with pure happiness.
- #405
Royce
English · Boy
A royal child, kingly in bearing and grace.
- #407
Dream
American · Girl
A hopeful vision of beauty and wonder.
- #409
Maisie
English · Girl
A pearl name, cheerful and Scottish in spirit.
- #411
Kate
English · Girl
A pure name, crisp and timeless.
- #416
Troy
English · Boy
A brave warrior from the ancient walled city.
- #425
Hattie
English · Girl
A home ruler, cheerful and spirited.
- #434
Seth
Hebrew · Boy
Appointed one, a name of quiet purpose and new beginnings.
- #440
Quinn
Irish · Boy
A wise name meaning counsel and intelligence.
- #442
Sage
English · Boy
A wise child with deep and thoughtful insight.
- #450
Reed
English · Boy
A gentle child swaying like reeds by the water.
- #450
Reed
English · Unisex
Slender and flexible like the riverbank reed.
- #452
Kian
Persian · Boy
King, a short and powerful name of ancient royal heritage.
- #459
Ford
English · Boy
A child who dwells near the shallow crossing.
- #465
Ruben
Spanish · Boy
Behold a son, a name celebrating the miracle of new life.
- #471
Eve
English · Girl
The first woman, a name of life and beginning.
- #477
Gage
English · Boy
A child who measures the world with curiosity.
- #479
Marcos
Spanish · Boy
Dedicated to Mars, a spirited name full of courage.
- #482
Hank
English · Boy
A ruler of the home with a tender spirit.
- #485
Casey
Irish · Unisex
A spirited Irish name meaning brave or vigilant, Casey has a friendly, approachable...
- #494
Nia
Swahili · Girl
Means purpose, a name that walks with intention and strength.
- #497
Bruce
English · Boy
A child from the brushwood thicket.
- #497
Remy
English · Girl
An oarsman with French flair and spirit.
- #498
Maia
Greek · Girl
The great one, a nurturing mother of springtime.
- #507
Asa
Hebrew · Boy
Healer, a short and luminous name meaning physician of the soul.
- #508
Shane
Irish · Boy
A gracious name meaning God is gracious, kind and warm.
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Amber
English · Girl
A warm golden gem name evoking sunlit beauty.
- #521
April
English · Girl
A springtime name bursting with new beginnings.
- #526
Hanna
English · Girl
A gracious name meaning favor and blessing.
- #533
Drake
English · Boy
A dragon-hearted child with fierce determination.
- #537
Bo
Scandinavian · Unisex
One who lives and commands attention.
- #545
Bear
English/Germanic · Unisex
Strong, protective, and cuddly all at once, Bear is a nature name that is as fierce as it...
- #545
Wells
English · Boy
A child from the spring, fresh and flowing.
- #553
Nola
English · Girl
A fair-shouldered one with southern grace.
- #555
Abram
Hebrew · Boy
The original form of Abraham, meaning exalted father with quiet dignity.
- #556
Myra
English · Girl
A sweet-smelling oil, fragrant and gentle.
- #558
Raul
Spanish · Boy
A wolf counselor whose instincts guide with fierce tenderness.
- #565
Itzel
Spanish · Girl
A rainbow goddess, colorful and full of wonder.
- #567
Alma
English · Girl
A nurturing name meaning soul and spirit.
- #577
Boone
English · Boy
A good child, blessed and bountiful.
- #580
Asa
Hebrew/Japanese · Unisex
In Hebrew it means healer, and in Japanese it means morning. Either way, Asa is a name of...
- #583
Jemma
English · Girl
A precious gem, treasured and bright.
- #590
Reina
Spanish · Girl
A queen of quiet dignity, regal and warmly gracious.
- #595
Saige
American · Girl
A wise herb name with modern spelling.
- #596
Keith
Scottish · Boy
A woodland name meaning from the forest, wild and free.
- #605
Sasha
English · Girl
A defender of humankind with spirited charm.
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Macy
English · Girl
A weapon name with cheerful modern energy.
- #625
Anne
English · Girl
A simple and graceful name meaning favored.
- #627
Mara
English · Girl
A bitter yet beautiful name of depth.
- #627
Ridge
English · Boy
A child who stands tall on the mountain crest.
- #628
Rhea
English · Girl
A flowing river goddess of ancient power.
- #637
Duke
English · Boy
A noble leader with a regal command.
- #639
Rosa
English · Girl
A rose, beautiful and fragrant always.
- #643
Reign
English · Boy
A child who rules with gentle authority.
- #644
Clay
English · Boy
A child molded from the earth, warm and true.
- #651
Yara
English · Girl
A small butterfly, delicate and free.
- #662
Mina
Korean · Girl
A clever and beautiful spirit, gentle and true.
- #669
Blaire
English · Girl
A field dweller with strength and clarity.
- #669
Zaid
Arabic · Boy
Growth, a companion's name of increase and abundant expansion.
- #671
Kara
English · Girl
A beloved and dear friend, true and kind.
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Karla
English · Girl
A free woman with strong resolve.
- #676
Zeke
English · Boy
A child whom the heavens have strengthened.
- #680
Ira
Hebrew/Sanskrit · Unisex
In Hebrew Ira means watchful one, and in Sanskrit it means earth goddess, giving this...
- #680
Brock
English · Boy
A sturdy child as strong as a badger.
- #681
Rex
English · Boy
A little king who rules with joy and laughter.
- #684
Lina
Arabic · Girl
Means tender, a soft and delicate name of warmth.
- #687
Faye
English · Girl
A fairy name shimmering with magic and light.
- #689
Marcel
French · Boy
A young warrior whose courage grows with each passing day.
- #706
Lara
English · Girl
A cheerful name meaning protection and grace.
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