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Simple, Sleek, Cool Names

Simple names — up to two syllables, with uncomplicated spellings and straightforward sounds — have been a trend recently, in the US along with several European countries. Many of today's top international names, such as Emma and Liam, fit into the sleek, simple set.

Along with Emma and Liam, sweet and simple names ranking in the US Top 500 include Finn, Ella, Jude, Kai, Ivy, Wren, Leo, and Zara. Those that make a number of international name popularity lists include Ada, Eve, Lena, and Sam.

These sleek, simple names sound modern and cool. Here are some of the best simple names in style today.

Simple, Sleek, Cool Names

Lupe

Meaning: wolf

Origin:Latin
2477
Eli

Meaning: ascended, uplifted, high

Origin:Hebrew
236
Mari

Meaning: drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved

Origin:Welsh, Breton, Scandinavian, Hungarian, Estonian, and Basque variation of Maria or Mary
596
Luna

Meaning: moon

Origin:Latin
6
Max

Meaning: greatest

Origin:English and German diminutive of Maximilian or Maxwell
105
James

Meaning: supplanter

Origin:English variation of Jacob, Hebrew
33
Ava

Meaning: life; bird; water, island

Origin:Hebrew, Latin or Germanic
22
Lucy

Meaning: light

Origin:English variation of Lucia, Latin
25
Ella

Meaning: all, completely; fairy maiden

Origin:German; English
85
Anna

Meaning: grace

Origin:Variation of Hannah, Hebrew
106
Emma

Meaning: universal

Origin:German
102
Jane

Meaning: God is gracious

Origin:English
77
Noah

Meaning: rest, repose

Origin:Hebrew
45
Luke

Meaning: man from Lucania

Origin:Greek
83
Hugo

Meaning: mind, intellect

Origin:Latinized form of Hugh
8
Jack

Meaning: God is gracious

Origin:English, diminutive of John
93
Ben

Meaning: son of

Origin:Hebrew
653
Sara

Meaning: princess

Origin:Hebrew
533
Bax Bax is a fascinating city in the Middle East...
Origin:English
6486