Female and male names most popular since 1880 - page 6.
Wayne
English name with Scottish origins, meaning "wagon maker" or "cartwright." It gained popularity in the early 20th century due to figures like actor John Wayne.
Howard
English male given name derived from the Old German 'Hohart', meaning 'strong heart'. It was brought to England by the Normans after their conquest in 1066 and has since been popular in English-speaking countries, gaining prominence during the Middle Ages and associated with notable families like the Howards of Surrey. Today, Howard remains a strong and distinctive name with over 150,000 people bearing it as a surname in the United States alone.
Kayla
Hebrew name meaning "vigilant," derived from Caleb.
Fred
Shortened form of Frederick, a Germanic name meaning "peaceful ruler".
Alexis
Greek name meaning 'to defend' or 'protect', popular throughout history as a unisex name embodying strength and resilience.
Philip
Greek name meaning "lover of horses," derived from philippos, which combines philos ("loving") and hippos ("horse"). It was popular among ancient Greeks and has been used by notable figures like Philip II of Macedon, father of Alexander the Great. Today, Philip remains popular worldwide in various forms such as Philippus, Philippe, Filippo, Felipe, and Feliphe.
Lori
Italian name meaning 'laurel', derived from the Latin 'laurus' and associated with success and achievement.
Ella
English name with Germanic roots, derived from 'Alia', meaning 'other'. It's also associated with the Old French word 'elle', meaning 'she'. Popularized in medieval times as a diminutive of names like Eleanor and Elizabeth, Ella has evolved into a standalone given name beloved worldwide for its uniqueness and historical significance.
Tiffany
Greek-derived feminine name meaning "Manifestation of God" or "Epiphany," originally used as a unisex name but now predominantly given to girls due to its popularity in the mid-20th century, with notable figures like Tiffany Darwish and Audrey Hepburn bearing this name.
Florence
Feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the word "florens" meaning "prosperous" or "blossoming".
Louise
Feminine given name of French origin, derived from the German name Ludwig, meaning 'renowned in battle'.
Kathy
Historic nickname derived from Katherine/Catherine, meaning 'pure' in Greek, popularized by St. Catherine of Alexandria. It gained popularity as a pet form in the Middle Ages and has remained a common name worldwide since then.
Lois
Greek origin, meaning "better," and has a long history dating back to ancient times. It was the name of several prominent figures in Greek mythology, including Lois, the mother of Odysseus, and Saint Lois, a French princess who became a nun and founded the Order of the Visitation of Holy Mary. Throughout history, the name Lois has been associated with intelligence, strength, and courage, and it has been popular among royalty and nobility. Today, Lois remains a beloved name for girls worldwide, carrying with it the timeless qualities of its Greek origin and rich historical significance.
Tammy
American unisex name created in the mid-20th century from Tamara, meaning "date palm tree" in Hebrew. It gained popularity during the 1950s and peaked in the late 1960s to early 1970s before falling out of fashion but remains nostalgically recognized as a classic American name.
Crystal
Unique and beautiful English given name derived from 'crystal', meaning clear mineral quartz, signifying clarity and purity.
Mason
English masculine given name derived from the occupational surname Mason, meaning 'stonemason' or 'bricklayer'.
Randy
American given name derived from the Germanic elements "rand" (shield) and "wald" (rule), meaning "powerful ruler".
Taylor
English given name of Old English origin, derived from the occupational surname 'tailor', which was highly respected in medieval England for its skill and craftsmanship.
Ava
Hebrew name meaning "life", derived from the Bible's first woman, Chava.
Bonnie
Scottish name meaning 'pretty' or 'attractive', popularized by Robert Burns' poem "The Bonnie Banks o' Loch Lomond".
Victor
Victor is of Latin origin, meaning 'conqueror', traditionally given to victorious rulers and warriors.
Anne
Hebrew origin, means "grace".
Josephine
Feminine name of French origin, derived from the Latin name Josephus, meaning 'may God increase'.
Phyllis
Unique and elegant feminine given name of Greek origin, meaning "leaf".
Eleanor
English name derived from the Norman French Alienor, meaning "other battle".
Isaac
Hebrew name that means 'he will laugh'. It is of biblical origin, being the son of Abraham and Sarah in the Old Testament.
Johnny
Diminutive of Jonathan, originating from Hebrew and meaning "gift from God," popular throughout history, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Erin
Irish female given name derived from Éirinn, meaning 'Ireland', traditionally personifying the country itself.
Liam
Irish-origin name derived from Úlliam, meaning 'devoted to God', which was originally a shortened form of William. It gained global popularity in the 20th century and is known for its ease of pronunciation.
Bobby
English name derived from Robert, which means "bright fame" or "famous like a bear," with historical figures like Sir Robert Abel Smith and Bobby Moore bearing this name.
Allison
English origin, derived from the Old English word "Alice," which itself evolved from the Germanic name "Adalheidis." It means 'noble kind' or 'noble battle.'
Martin
Latin-derived given name, originally associated with the Roman god of war, Mars. It means 'of Mars' or 'warlike', reflecting strength and courage.
Caleb
Hebrew name meaning 'devotion' or 'faithfulness', derived from the word 'kav-el' which translates to 'to bind together'. It is inspired by Caleb, one of the twelve spies in the Old Testament who demonstrated unwavering faith and devotion to God.
Alyssa
Female given name of Greek origin derived from Alexander, meaning "defender of mankind".
Bradley
English given name derived from the Old English occupational surname Bradlegh, meaning 'broad clearing in the woods'.
Phillip
Greek name meaning "lover of horses," derived from "philios" (loving) and "hippos" (horse). It has been popular throughout history, with notable bearers including Philip II of Macedon and Saint Philip, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. The name was introduced to England during the Norman Conquest in 1066 and has remained popular ever since.
Lucas
Latin name meaning "bringer of light", deriving from the Latin word 'lux'.
Luke
Latin-origin male name meaning 'light', popularized by New Testament apostle Luke.
Travis
The name Travis is Scottish in origin, meaning 'to cross' or 'stride across', derived from the English topographic surname Travers.
Shawn
Irish-derived name meaning "peaceful" or "happy", popularized worldwide as both a given and surname for males.