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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

Joe

Meaning: Jehovah increases

Origin:Diminutive of Joseph
1371
Locke

Meaning: enclosure or fortified place

Origin:English
1297
Rudy

Meaning: famous wolf

Origin:German, diminutive of Rudolph
449
Hart

Meaning: stag

Origin:English
651
Bay

Meaning: berry

Origin:Latin
1764
Shay

Meaning: stately, gift

Origin:Irish, Hebrew
844
Cove

Meaning: small bay

Origin:English
1237
Cal The English origin name Cal is a nickname fo...
Origin:Diminutive of Calvin
743
Jay

Meaning: jaybird

Origin:Latin
335
Nate The name Nate finds its origins in the Engli...
Origin:English, diminutive of Nathan or Nathaniel
1003
Will

Meaning: resolute protector

Origin:Diminutive of William
1153
Dane

Meaning: from Denmark

Origin:English
1168
Penn

Meaning: enclosure

Origin:English
878
Hawk

Meaning: hawk, a bird

Origin:Nature name
896
Gram

Meaning: gravelly homestead

Origin:Variation of Graham
3947
Gray The meaning of Gray is ‘grey’. It is a name ...
Origin:Color name
2430
Tavi The meaning of Tavi is 'eight' and it is a n...
Origin:English
6447
Prim

Meaning: first or demure

Origin:English
3345
Zoya The meaning of Zoya is 'life' and the name i...
Origin:Russian and Greek variation of Zoe
1714
Alix

Meaning: noble type

Origin:French
1861