Back in 1937 heres what the magazine Literary Digest had to say about choosing one-syllable names for baby boys.

Boy names that end in a hard consonant. Preferably three syllable with a harsh consonant. 3 points 1 year ago. Not sure if you want the hard consonant at the beginning end or middle so heres a mix.

Although there are only three boy names ending in a vowel sound in the current US Top 20 Noah Elijah and Henry vowel-ending names are certainly attracting a lot of attention. Its a family tradition to carry on the middle name of Michael. An English name meaning Ruler this name has a reputation of being a leader to many.

James this name comes from the Hebrew for the name Jacob and refers to a man who is a follower. Boys Names Ending In A Vowel. If the surname last name has one syllable avoid a one-syllable first name.

Boy names ending in a vowel or a vowel sound feel lively and distinctive in an era where consonant-ending names for boys particularly those ending in N and R have long dominated the popularity charts. Boy names with hard consonants. Current favourites are Natasha and Jessica.

Irish This boys name means little king and its no secret that it takes a strong man to run a kingdom. Gaelic This unique boys name means mountain and its about as tough sounding as they come. Lucas Jonty Kane Reuben Caleb Kyle Travis Thomas Tate Laurence.

Most of the top girl names end in a vowel but increasingly parents are attracted to consonant-ending girl names such as Charlotte and Harper. Cut down to Addie for a perfect nickname. A Welsh name meaning Fighting Chief not only is this man strong but also a leader.