Names that Peaked in 1880
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Ardelia
Ardelia is a feminine name with classical roots, derived from the Greek word "ardis" meaning "arrow" or possibly related to "ardent," suggesting warmth and passion. This elegant name has historical…
Bird
Nature name
A name that's unusual in that changing the i to a y -- as in Byrd -- makes it more masculine.
Chancy
Chancy is a masculine name with English origins, derived from the word 'chance' meaning 'luck' or 'fortune.' Originally used as a nickname for someone considered lucky or fortunate, it evolved into a…
Clemie
Clemie is a feminine name with vintage charm, typically considered a diminutive form of Clementine or Clemency. With French and Latin roots, the underlying meaning connects to mercy, gentleness, and…
Creola
Creola is a feminine name with Southern American and French Creole origins. The name derives from 'Creole,' referring to people of mixed European and African ancestry in the Caribbean and Louisiana.…
Eola
Eola is a feminine name of uncertain origins, possibly derived from Greek elements meaning 'dawn' or 'sunlight.' Some suggest it may be related to Aeolus, the keeper of winds in Greek mythology,…
Mal
Diminutive of Malcolm, Scottish
"devotee of St. Colomba"
A nickname for Malcolm that at one point ranked independently on the US Top 1000. It still exists as an affectionate pet form, but you’re unlikely to hear a Malcolm introduce himself as Mal.
Math
Math is a concise, powerful masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Welsh mythology, Math fab Mathonwy was a king and powerful magician, giving the name deep Celtic roots. It can also be…
Liller
Liller is a feminine name with American origins, likely developing as a diminutive form or variant of names like Lillian, Lilia, or simply Lily. The floral association with lilies connects the name…
Lillis
Lillis is a charming feminine name with Scandinavian and English roots. It evolved as a diminutive form of Elizabeth or Lily, carrying the essence of delicacy and grace associated with the flower. In…
Nolia
Nolia is a delicate feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may derive from Magnolia, the beautiful flowering tree named after French botanist Pierre Magnol, thus carrying natural, floral…
Candido
Spanish, from Latin
"pure, white"
Traditionally spelled Cándido, this name projects a feeling of openness and candor.
Viney
Diminutive of Lavinia and Melvina, Latin, Celtic
"from Lavinium; chieftan"
Viney (and Viny) is an antiquated nickname for names with the "vin" component, such as Lavinia and Melvina.
Cordella
Cordella is a feminine name with Latin roots, derived from 'cor' meaning 'heart,' suggesting someone warm-hearted or brave. It's a melodic variation of Cordelia, which gained literary fame through…
Elmire
Elmire is a feminine name of French origin, possibly derived from the Germanic elements 'alja' meaning 'other, foreign' and 'meri' meaning 'famous, illustrious.' The name gained literary recognition…
Estie
Estie is a charming feminine name that typically functions as a diminutive of Esther, which comes from the Persian word for 'star.' It can also be a nickname for Estelle, meaning 'star' in Latin, or…
Hence
Diminutive of Hans or Heinrich, German
"God is gracious; estate ruler"
Not an adverb baby name, but an international nickname for Hans and Heinrich.
Etter
Etter is a feminine name with Germanic origins, though it began primarily as a surname rather than a given name. As a surname, it likely derived from Middle High German "etter" meaning "fence" or…
Fronnie
English diminutive of Sophronia or Saffron
"sensible, prudent; saffron"
Historically a short form of Sophronia, but these days more likely to be used for Saffron.
Obed
Hebrew
"servant of God"
This quirky Old Testament name has potential, as parents are digging deeper into the Bible to find names for their children. It has also been used as a nickname for Obediah. In the Old Testament,…