Names that Peaked in 1886
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Lovett
Lovett is a masculine name that functions both as a surname and given name. Its primary origin is as an English surname derived from the Old French "Louvet," a diminutive of "loup" (wolf), possibly…
Hilah
Hilah is a feminine name with Hebrew origins, derived from the word meaning 'halo of light' or 'praise.' In Hebrew tradition, the name carries connotations of radiance, glory, and a blessed nature.…
Ruffin
Surname name
Soul fans may wish to use this unusual name as a reference to singer Jimmy Ruffin and his younger brother David, one of the lead members of The Temptations.
Acey
Acey is a distinctive masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may have evolved as a nickname for names beginning with 'Ac' or as a diminutive of Ace, which refers to excellence or the…
Amasa
Hebrew
"burden"
Amasa is a rare Biblical name borne by two figures. One is the son of Abigail and nephew of King David, who named him commander of the rebels. This Amasa met a tragic end when he was murdered by…
Amil
Arabic or Sanskrit
"one who hopes or unattainable; hard work"
Hope is one meaning of the name Amil, which sounds similar to the German Emil; it can also mean unattainable in the sense of being so exalted as in royalty as to be out of reach. While Amil may not…
Bertie
Diminutive of Albertine or Alberta, English or Germanic
"noble, bright"
So uncool it's cool! Bertie makes for a boyish nickname for Alberta, Roberta, Bertille, Albertine... or just use it on its own, à la Billie or Frankie. Old school unisex nickname names are back in…
Alwilda
Alwilda is a rare feminine name with Norse and Germanic origins. In Norse mythology, Alwilda (also spelled Alfhild) was a legendary shield-maiden and pirate princess who disguised herself as a male…
Emeline
French form of German Amelina
"work"
An old name, with a history separate from Emily and Emma and a different kind of vintage feel, that's a possible alternative to top-of-the-pops names. More common spelling is Emmeline.
Ammie
Ammie is a feminine name that can be considered a variant spelling of Amy or a diminutive form of names containing 'am' sounds like Amanda or Amelia. The traditional name Amy comes from the Old…
Angèle
French from Latin
"angel"
The French word for angel is Ange, but Angèle is the French version of the name Angela, and feels much fresher nowadays.
Betha
Betha is a feminine name that originated as a medieval diminutive form of Elizabeth, which derives from Hebrew meaning 'God is my oath.' Less common than other Elizabeth variants like Beth or Betsy,…
Blanche
French
"white"
Blanche, which originated as a nickname for a pale blonde and then became associated with the notion of purity, was in style a century ago, ranking in the double digits until 1920. She then had to…
Kathryne
English variation of Katherine, Greek
"pure"
Variation of Katherine or more specifically, Kathryn, that is sure to add complications.
Celestia
Variation of Celeste, Latin
"heavenly"
Celestia is a heavenly name that sounds more ethereal than Celeste, Celestia might make a distinctive, feminine choice if your taste runs toward names like Angelina and Seraphina. Celestia was more…
Christena
Christena is a feminine given name that serves as a variant of Christina, ultimately derived from the Greek word 'christianos' meaning 'follower of Christ.' This spelling variation emerged as a way…
Nell
English, diminutive of Helen, Eleanor, et al
"bright, shining one"
Nell, once a nickname for Helen, Ellen, or Eleanor, is a sweet old-fashioned charmer that is fashionably used today in its own right. While Nell is perfectly in tune with contemporary vintage name…
Drusilla
Latin
"fruitful"
Drusilla is an ancient Roman name, (probably) borne by descendants of Antony and Cleopatra, and is one of the 'illa' names that are ready for a comeback, especially with its cute short form Dru.…
Ermina
Ermina is a feminine name with ancient Germanic roots, derived from the element "ermen" meaning "whole" or "universal." It's a variation of Ermina, Hermina, or Armina names that have been used across…
Florie
Diminutive of Florence
"blooming, flowering"
Florence is back, and the adorable short form Florie (or Flory) is too. Or you could just name her Flora and be done with it.