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.
- #6163
Obi
Igbo · Unisex
A heart full of warmth and compassion.
- #6163
Obi
Igbo · Boy
Heart, a name of emotional depth and core identity.
- #6230
Wilkes
English · Boy
A determined child with resolute purpose.
- #6238
Yates
English · Boy
A gatekeeper's child, watchful at the doors.
- #6243
York
English · Boy
A child from the yew tree estate.
- #6268
Adi
Hebrew · Girl
Means my jewel, a tiny name of tremendous value.
- #6311
Bryn
Welsh · Boy
A strong name meaning hill, grounded and steadfast.
- #6311
Bryn
Welsh · Unisex
A hill rising proudly above the landscape.
- #6414
Claus
German · Boy
A victorious name meaning people's victory, strong and proud.
- #6525
Rhian
Welsh · Girl
A maiden pure and fair, a gentle spirit.
- #6538
Wale
Yoruba · Boy
Come home, a name of welcoming warmth and homeward calling.
- #6645
Duha
Arabic · Girl
Means forenoon light, the warm glow before midday.
- #6669
Ilsa
English · Girl
A pledged to God with old-world charm.
- #6797
Koji
Japanese · Boy
A shining name meaning radiant second son.
- #6851
Nikos
Greek · Boy
Victory of the people, strong and universally beloved.
- #6870
Petros
Greek · Boy
A rock of stability, steady and unshakeable in storms.
- #6942
Vale
English · Unisex
A sheltered valley, serene and protected.
- #6945
Lech
Polish · Boy
A forest name meaning of the woodland, wild and natural.
- #6992
Ola
Yoruba · Boy
Wealth, a name of abundance and prosperous living.
- #6992
Ola
Yoruba · Unisex
Wealth and honor, a treasured soul.
- #7087
Pari
Persian · Girl
Means fairy, a magical name of ethereal grace.
- #7216
Basma
Arabic · Girl
Means smile, a cheerful name that brightens every day.
- #7286
Hila
Hebrew · Girl
Means halo or aura, a glowing name of gentle light.
- #7358
Leda
Greek · Girl
A lady of myth, she carries stories within her name.
- #7407
Nisha
Sanskrit · Girl
Means night, a name of calm darkness and starlit peace.
- #7435
Rut
Hebrew · Girl
Means friend or companion, a name of loyal devotion.
- #7469
Flor
Portuguese · Unisex
A gentle flower, simple and lovely.
- #7500
Barak
Hebrew · Boy
Lightning, a warrior's name that flashes with divine power and speed.
- #7505
Birch
English · Boy
A child bright and fair as the birch tree.
- #7546
Cris
Portuguese · Unisex
A follower of light, devoted and sincere.
- #7604
Erez
Hebrew · Boy
Cedar, a tall and enduring name rooted in noble strength.
- #7678
Charu
Sanskrit · Girl
Means beautiful, a name of simple and lovely grace.
- #7706
Linh
Vietnamese · Girl
A gentle spirit, delicate as crystal.
- #7739
Kim
German/Scandinavian · Unisex
A noble ruler of the land.
- #7797
Moss
English · Boy
A soft and quiet child, gentle as the moss.
- #7833
Sian
Welsh · Girl
God's gracious gift of life and joy.
- #7894
Zita
Italian · Girl
A seeker of truth, she pursues goodness with passion.
- #7941
Yaw
Akan · Boy
Born on Thursday, a day-name of midweek strength and purpose.
- #7995
Sou
Japanese · Unisex
A fresh and creative spirit, inventive and bold.
- #8051
Ayo
Yoruba · Unisex
Great joy that fills the heart completely.
- #8051
Ayo
Yoruba · Boy
Joy, a small bright name of happiness and delight.
- #8056
Gila
Hebrew · Girl
Means joy, a bright and cheerful name for a happy child.
- #8066
Haru
Japanese · Girl
Means spring, a fresh name of renewal and warmth.
- #8103
Conn
Irish · Boy
A wise name meaning chief or intellect, short and strong.
- #8157
Lilou
French · Girl
A little lily, dainty and perfectly charming.
- #8300
Eun
Korean · Unisex
Grace and kindness, a silver lining.
- #8372
Lauro
Italian · Boy
A laurel tree, symbolizing triumph and lasting honor.
- #8380
Leigh
English · Unisex
From the meadow, peaceful and grounded in nature.
- #8448
Naz
Turkish · Girl
Grace and coyness, a playful charm.
- #8459
Irit
Hebrew · Girl
Means asphodel flower, a graceful bloom of the meadow.
- #8535
Inga
Scandinavian · Girl
Protected by the god of peace and plenty.
- #8569
Thanos
Greek · Boy
Immortal, a name that endures beyond the limits of time.
- #8570
Lam
Vietnamese · Unisex
A forest, dense and full of life.
- #8588
Vaughan
Welsh · Boy
A small name meaning little one, modest and endearing.
- #8688
Aki
Japanese · Unisex
The beauty and abundance of autumn.
- #8709
Hugues
French · Boy
A bright mind whose intellect illuminates every discussion.
- #8742
Shun
Japanese · Boy
A swift name meaning speed and talented quickness.
- #8817
Colm
Irish · Boy
A peaceful name meaning dove, gentle and serene.
- #8821
Suki
English · Girl
A beloved name, sweet and endearing.
- #8821
Wyn
Welsh · Boy
A blessed name meaning fair, white, and pure of heart.
- #8824
Cosme
Spanish · Boy
Orderly and harmonious, bringing balance to every space.
- #8853
Yaffa
Hebrew · Girl
Means beautiful, a name that speaks its meaning clearly.
- #8973
Blanche
French · Girl
White and pure, she carries innocence like a gift.
- #8979
Wynne
Welsh · Unisex
Fair and pure, a blessed companion.
- #9078
Dayo
Yoruba · Girl
Means joy arrives, a name heralding happiness.
- #9332
Kiet
Thai · Unisex
Honor and dignity, a respected soul.
- #9418
Wael
Arabic · Boy
Seeking shelter, a name of protection and finding safe haven.
- #9501
Gervais
French · Boy
A spear servant, combining devotion with fierce loyalty.
- #9536
Dorri
Persian · Girl
Means shining like a jewel, a name of lustrous beauty.
- #9542
Spiros
Greek · Boy
A breath of spirit, alive with invisible sacred energy.
- #9592
Badr
Arabic · Boy
Full moon, a luminous name of complete radiance and beauty.
- #9668
Chen
Hebrew · Unisex
Grace and charm in every gesture.
- #9673
Chike
Igbo · Boy
God's power, a name of divine might and sacred energy.
- #9720
Nia
Welsh · Unisex
A radiant and purposeful spirit.
- #9747
Wafa
Arabic · Girl
Means faithfulness, a name of unwavering loyalty and trust.
- #9753
Yaa
Akan · Girl
Means born on Thursday, a name tied to one's day of birth.
- #9841
Bay
English · Boy
A child as calm and open as the quiet bay.
- #10052
Soo
Korean · Unisex
Long life and excellence in all pursuits.
- #10070
Ife
Yoruba · Girl
Means love, a powerful name of two simple letters.
- #10111
Umi
Japanese · Girl
Means sea, an expansive name of deep, rolling waves.
- #10192
Nur
Arabic · Unisex
A pure and divine light.
- #10229
Piers
English · Boy
A rock-solid child with unwavering strength.
- #10251
Knut
Scandinavian · Boy
A knot name meaning knot, strong and bound with purpose.
- #10298
Bora
Korean · Girl
A purple jewel, rare and magnificent.
- #10388
Thorne
English · Boy
A child from the thorn bush, hardy and resilient.
- #10467
Ran
Japanese · Unisex
A water lily floating serenely on still waters.
- #10490
Preet
Hindi · Unisex
Love and affection, the essence of the heart.
- #10503
Paz
Spanish · Unisex
A spirit of peace, calm and harmonious.
- #10510
Piotr
Polish · Boy
A rock name meaning stone and rock, unshakable and true.
- #10585
Kyung
Korean · Unisex
A landscape of beauty, honored and admired.
- #10651
Bao
Vietnamese · Unisex
A precious treasure, guarded and loved.
- #10670
Thanh
Vietnamese · Unisex
A pure and clear spirit, refined and calm.
- #10678
Arnaud
French · Boy
An eagle's power, soaring above with majestic strength.
- #10734
Chai
Thai · Unisex
Life and vitality, a celebration of existence.
- #10976
Harsh
Sanskrit · Boy
A delightful name meaning happiness and joy.
- #11008
Costas
Greek · Boy
Steadfast and constant, a pillar of unwavering strength.
- #11058
Dayo
Yoruba · Boy
Joy arrives, a name of welcomed happiness and bright days.
- #11091
Gal
Hebrew · Boy
Wave, a name that rolls with the rhythm of the sea.
- #11125
Jiro
Japanese · Boy
A traditional name meaning second son, steady and loyal.
- #11152
Elad
Hebrew · Boy
God is eternal, a name of timeless divine presence.
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