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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

Silas

Meaning: of the forest; or prayed for

Origin:Aramaic, Latin, Greek
4
Ari

Meaning: lion of God

Origin:Diminutive of Ariel, Hebrew
117
Flynn

Meaning: descendant of the red-haired one

Origin:Irish
126
Hugh

Meaning: mind, intellect

Origin:English from German
193
Liam

Meaning: resolute protection

Origin:Irish short form of William
200
Grant

Meaning: large

Origin:Scottish from French
203
Tate

Meaning: cheerful

Origin:English from Norse
219
Bram

Meaning: father of multitudes

Origin:Dutch variation of Abraham
482
Art

Meaning: noble one; bear man

Origin:Diminutive of Arthur
538
Remy

Meaning: oarsman

Origin:French from Latin
50
Origin:Animal name
336
Dean

Meaning: church official

Origin:English
269
Hale

Meaning: someone who lives in a hollow

Origin:English
433
Lyle

Meaning: someone who lives on an island

Origin:Scottish and English from French
901
Koa

Meaning: warrior

Origin:Hawaiian
246
Pip

Meaning: lover of horses

Origin:English, diminutive of Philip
931
Ruben

Meaning: behold, a son

Origin:Hebrew
662
Job

Meaning: persecuted

Origin:Hebrew
776
Ray

Meaning: wise protector

Origin:Diminutive of Raymond
215
Idris

Meaning: lord; studious

Origin:Welsh; Arabic
710