Short bilingual names work best when they are tested for rhythm, pronunciation, and family acceptance at the same time. Instead of chasing names that only look good on a list, compare how they behave in real conversations across both languages.
Test recognition before style
Start with names that can be heard and repeated correctly by relatives in both language contexts. A name that needs repeated correction loses some of its elegance very quickly.
Check the name with the surname
Short names can feel polished on their own and still collapse beside the surname. Say the full name at normal speed and listen for clipped endings or awkward stress shifts.
Choose clarity over novelty
A slightly simpler name that works cleanly in both environments usually ages better than a more unusual option that only sounds right in one accent.