Female and male names most popular since 1880 - page 12.
Don
Spanish and Italian origin, meaning "lord" or "master".
Laurie
Scottish name meaning 'laurel' or 'bay tree', symbolizing victory. Historically used for both boys and girls, it gained popularity during the Victorian era and is now more commonly used as a female name.
Kaitlyn
Irish female given name derived from Caítlín, meaning "beautiful daughter".
Seth
Seth is of Hebrew origin, meaning "appointed" or "compensation," derived from the Hebrew word "shath." It was the name of Adam and Eve's third son in the Old Testament, associated with positivity and goodness. Popular throughout history, Seth remains a distinctive yet familiar choice among parents today.
Stacy
Charming female given name derived from the Greek "Anastasia," meaning "from Constantine" or "Constantinople.
Mitchell
English masculine given name derived from Old English "micel" meaning 'great' and "-th" signifying 'strength', translating to 'great strength'.
Jeanette
French-origin female given name with the meaning "God is merciful".
Max
Short form of Maximilian or Maximus, both with Latin origins meaning 'greatest'.
Jeanne
French feminine given name derived from the Hebrew "Yochanan," meaning "God is gracious.
Colleen
Charming and unique feminine given name of Irish origin, derived from the Irish word "Cailín" meaning "girl". It carries cultural significance beyond its literal translation, embodying the independent and determined spirit of Irish women. Throughout history, notable figures like Australian author Colleen McCullough have carried this timeless name, making it a popular choice for parents seeking a distinctive yet culturally rich option for their daughters today.
Alma
Feminine given name of Latin origin, meaning "soul".
Chelsea
Chelsea, of English origin, derives from 'Cealc-hyth' meaning 'chalk stream', originally a London district name popularized as a girl's name in the 20th century.
Georgia
Feminine given name of Greek origin, meaning 'earth' or 'land', derived from the words 'gē' and 'ia'.
Jerome
Latin male given name derived from the Greek 'Hieronymos,' meaning 'sacred name.'
Rosemary
Latin-derived name meaning "dew of the sea," popularized in the Middle Ages as a symbol of remembrance, often associated with the Virgin Mary, and used by notable authors like Shakespeare and Emily Brontë.
Lloyd
Welsh surname turned given name meaning 'grey'.
Alvin
English name derived from the Old French 'Alaivin', which is a variant of the German name 'Adalwine'. It means 'noble friend' or possibly 'wise friend' or 'noble protector'.
Bill
Germanic name derived from William, meaning "resolute protection" or "strong-willed warrior." It's a shortened form of the popular historic name William.
Trevor
Irish masculine given name derived from the Old Irish word "bruadar," meaning "noise" or "tumult.
Darrell
English given name of Old English origin, meaning "dweller by the hill-shaped loaf". Originally a surname, it evolved into a popular given name during the Middle Ages.
Beth
Charming Hebrew name derived from Elizabeth, meaning "God is my oath" or "God is my promise".
Minnie
Germanic feminine given name that means "loved" or "dear".
Agnes
Latin-derived feminine given name meaning "lamb," historically associated with purity and innocence, popular in various cultures throughout history.
Avery
English name derived from Old English "æfre", meaning "elf counsel" or "elm tree". Originally a medieval English surname, Avery now serves as a popular unisex given name, often associated with intelligence and creativity.
Haley
Unisex name of English origin, derived from the Irish surname O'Halle, meaning "slender". It was originally a surname brought to England by Irish immigrants and has since become popular as a given name, especially for females.
Brett
English name derived from the Old Norse 'Bret', meaning 'from Brittany'.
Pearl
Captivating English name derived from 'pearl', the gem valued for its luster and beauty.
Lillie
French-derived name meaning 'lilac', associated with beautiful, fragrant flowers.
Lindsey
English female name derived from 'Lindseige', meaning 'victorious lime tree'.
Joann
Joann is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'God is gracious'; it evolved from 'Yochanan' and has notable historical figures bearing this name.
Erik
Scandinavian name meaning "eternally powerful".
Yvonne
French feminine name of Old German origin, meaning 'yew bow', brought to France by the Franks.
Edgar
English name of Old Germanic origin, translating to "wealthy spear", brought to England by the Normans in the 11th century and popularized during King Edgar's reign.
Devin
Irish origin, meaning 'poet' or 'artisan', derived from the Irish word 'deor'. It has been used as both a boy's and girl's name since the late 20th century.
Gordon
Scottish masculine given name derived from Old Norse Gunnar, meaning "warrior ready for battle," popularized by the influential House of Gordon clan.
Micheal
Michael is of Greek origin, derived from Mikael, meaning "who is like God?" It's one of seven archangels in Abrahamic religions, known for protection and courage.
Lewis
English name derived from Old French Louis, itself from German Ludwig ('famous in battle'). It has been worn by notable figures like Lewis the Pious and remains popular today.
Floyd
Unique English male name derived from the Old English word 'flaeg', meaning 'floating' or 'wandering'.
Xavier
Spanish-derived name from the Basque 'Etxeberri', meaning 'new house'. Popularized by St Francis Xavier, it's been widely used throughout history and literature, notably in Cervantes' 'Don Quixote'. Today, Xavier remains a popular choice for boys' names.
Vicki
English pet form of Victoria or Vicar, derived from Latin for 'victory', popularized by Queen Victoria.