One-syllable baby names feel bold and strong—no wonder they’re becoming more popular. (Hot tip: If you have a long last name, a short first name might be a way to balance it out.) Here are 30 short-and-sweet name options to consider for your little one:

  1. Ann
  2. Ash
  3. Beth
  4. Blake
  5. Brooke
  6. Clark
  7. Claire
  8. Dash
  9. Eve
  10. Finn
  11. Grace
  12. Jack
  13. Jade
  14. James
  15. Jane
  16. John
  17. Joy
  18. June
  19. Luke
  20. Hope
  21. Kit
  22. Mae
  23. Max
  24. Miles
  25. Quinn
  26. Rose
  27. Sage
  28. Sloane
  29. Tess
  30. Wren