Pronunciation. Even if that pronunciation is only in your head.
Looks better. Sounds better. Feels better.
Two is even better but 3 is the absolute maximum to not get annoying.
Does your username/gamertag follow this criteria?
Alowishus the Pimp Knight
Mine follows all criteria other than being 9 letters as opposed to 8. Only 2 syllables though, so I think I'm in the clear.
Well shit, all but one of my usernames actually fit exactly in your criteria, and the one that doesn't is because it's 9 characters.
Mine is a combination of my last name and the word slaughter. Longer than 8 chars but I've snagged it on all platforms and had it for a while now.
cringe
Just my first name then add numbers from my SSN until it's not taken. Never had to add more than 3
All of mine are 4 letters and usually some nonsense word or sound I made up.
Mine's 9 letters but fits all other criteria.
Good usernames are the ones that roll of the tongue.
also roll
>Should regular names/nicknames be fine?
If you made the handle before the 21st century then this can be cool otherwise it's just unimaginative teens who tried to mimic others