Female and male names most popular since 1880 - page 27.

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115157 names found

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A
1041.

Alejandra

Spanish female name derived from Alejandro, meaning 'defender of mankind'.

C
1042.

Cara

Cara, of Latin origin, means 'dear' or 'beloved' in Spanish and Portuguese, also associated with the Italian word for 'head'.

M
1043.

Michaela

Female name of Hebrew origin, meaning "Who is like God?" It is a feminine form of the male name Michael, used in the Bible to denote one of the archangels.

B
1044.

Bennie

Dutch origin name meaning "blessed," derived from the Hebrew Benjamin, and has been used throughout Europe since medieval times.

C
1045.

Caitlyn

Enchanting Irish name derived from the ancient Irish "Caitlín," meaning 'pure' or 'innocent.' It gained international recognition through notable bearers such as Caitlyn Jenner and Caitlyn Sánchez, making it a prominent choice for girls today.

L
1046.

Lynn

English given name derived from the Old English word 'hlinc', meaning 'twig' or 'young branch'.

M
1047.

Marcos

Latin-origin masculine given name that means 'warlike'. It traces back to the Roman family name Marcius, which is believed to be linked to Mars, the Roman god of war.

S
1048.

Shannon

Irish unisex name derived from the Gaelic word "Sionna," meaning "wisdom" or "old." Originally a surname linked to County Cavan's River Shannon, it has since evolved into a popular given name.

W
1049.

Willis

English surname derived from the Old Norse Willelmus, meaning 'resolute protection' or 'strong-willed warrior'. It was originally a patronymic surname passed down through generations based on the father's given name.

T
1050.

Traci

American name variant of Tracey, first popularized during the 1960s-70s feminist era, and predominantly used for females despite not sharing Tracey's etymological background.

A
1051.

Allie

Diminutive of Allegra or Alice, deriving from Italian 'allegro' meaning 'cheerful', or Germanic elements 'adali' and 'mag' signifying 'noble and powerful'.

C
1052.

Cristina

Feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from "Christus," meaning "anointed one" or "follower of Christ." It gained popularity during the Middle Ages in Europe, particularly in Spain and Italy, where it was used to honor the Christian faith. Today, Cristina remains widely used globally, associated with qualities like strength and devotion, reflecting cultural perceptions rooted in its historical religious significance.

L
1053.

Lora

Latin-derived name meaning 'laurel', symbolizing nobility and triumph in ancient Rome.

F
1054.

Forrest

English given name of Scottish origin meaning 'great wood' or 'large forest'.

E
1055.

Edmund

Classic English name derived from Old English Æðelmund, meaning "Noble protection".

K
1056.

Kenny

Irish name derived from Cormac, meaning "warlike" or "having a short nose". It's associated with the influential O'Kennedy sept and has been popular in the US since the mid-20th century. Notable bearers include musician Kenny Loggins and game show contestant Ken Jennings.

P
1057.

Peyton

English given name with roots in the French name Payet or Peyter, derived from Germanic elements meaning "peace" and "battle," signifying a peaceful warrior. Originally used as a boy's name in the mid-20th century, it has since gained popularity for both boys and girls.

B
1058.

Bryant

English given name derived from the Old English word 'brīht', meaning bright or famous.

T
1059.

Tucker

English name derived from the Middle Ages, originally a nickname for active individuals, meaning 'to touch' or 'approach'. Today, it's popular in the U.S., often associated with the American South.

T
1060.

Trent

English male given name derived from the Middle English word "Trente," meaning "twenty" and referencing the River Trent in Nottinghamshire, England.

R
1061.

Rosemarie

Latin-derived feminine name meaning 'rose garden', composed of 'Rose' (love, beauty) and 'Marie' (derivative of Maria, 'sea of bitterness'). Popular in Germany since the Middle Ages, it signifies love and grace.

H
1062.

Henrietta

German-origin feminine name derived from "henric," meaning "home ruler" or "powerful in war.

K
1063.

Kelvin

English name derived from the Old English word "cwelm", meaning "wise" or "strong-willed". It also has Scottish ties, linked to the Kelvin River. The name evolved from Saint Chelm, an Irish abbot, and gained popularity in the 19th century due to its association with the Kelvin temperature scale created by Lord Kelvin, a Scottish physicist. Today, Kelvin is seen as a powerful and wise name, fitting for those embodying strength of character.

H
1064.

Hayley

English feminine given name derived from the Old English word "haegen," meaning "hawk.

G
1065.

Grady

English surname derived from the Old Norse personal name "Gráði", meaning "ready" or "prepared".

N
1066.

Noel

French name meaning 'Christmas', popularized during the Victorian era.

K
1067.

Kellie

Unique female given name of Irish origin derived from the surname Kelly, meaning 'bright-headed' or 'clear-headed'.

D
1068.

Dominique

Latin origin, meaning 'of the Lord' or 'belonging to the Lord', and comes from the Latin word 'Dominus'. It was originally a title for religious figures and gained popularity in France during the Middle Ages before becoming widely used as a given name throughout Europe.

J
1069.

Julianna

Feminine name of Latin origin, derived from Julius, meaning "downy-bearded" or "of Jupiter". It has been popular for centuries and has evolved into various spellings across cultures while retaining its original meaning.

R
1070.

Rene

René is a French given name of Latin origin, signifying 'reborn' or 'born again.'

R
1071.

Raquel

Feminine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "ewe" or "female sheep," popularized by Miguel de Cervantes' novel "Don Quixote.

N
1072.

Nick

Greek name meaning "victory of the people," derived from Nicolaos, with notable bearers including Saint Nicholas and literary figures like Nick Bottom and Nick Carraway.

J
1073.

Jaime

Spanish name derived from "jáime," meaning "I am James" or relating to Saint James. It first appeared in the 10th century among Spanish kings, notably Jaime I, and has since been associated with prominent historical figures like Jaime Balmes. Traditionally male, Jaime can also be used for females in certain languages.

S
1074.

Sallie

English given name with Hebrew origins, meaning "princess" or "noblewoman". It is primarily known for being a diminutive or pet form of Sarah and gained popularity in America during the late Victorian era.

K
1075.

Kerry

Irish unisex given name derived from County Kerry, with no specific meaning but strongly associated with Irish culture and heritage.

E
1076.

Esmeralda

Enchanting name of Spanish origin derived from the Arabic word "asmara," meaning "love" or "beloved.

K
1077.

Kylee

American female name of Scottish origin, derived from 'Clyde,' meaning 'from the river Clyde.' Its feminine form emerged in the late 20th century.

R
1078.

Rudy

Short form of Rudolph/Rudolf, meaning "famous wolf" in German, derived from Old High German words "hrod" (fame) and "wulf" (wolf). Popularized in the late 19th century, Rudy is now considered a classic boys' name with a strong sound.

J
1079.

Jaclyn

American feminine given name, a variant spelling of French origin Jacqueline, meaning 'God is gracious'.

N
1080.

Nettie

English name that means "home ruler" or "noble and powerful", and is often considered a variant of Henrietta. It has been popular in English-speaking countries for generations and was particularly common in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a nickname for girls named Henrietta. One notable bearer of this name was British suffragette Nettie Honeyball, who fought passionately for women's rights.