Names that Peaked in 1900
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Gorge
Nature name or variation of George or Jorge, Greek, Spanish
"gorge; farmer"
We suggest sticking to George or Jorge, due to the unfortunate definition of gorge: to eat greedily.
Waverly
Locational English surname
"from the quivering meadow"
Waverly, with its literary resonance and lilting three-syllable sound, could well become the next generation's successor to Kimberly. Although, like Kimberly, it's overwhelmingly catching on for…
Eura
Eura is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may derive from Greek, possibly related to Europa, meaning 'wide-gazing' or 'broad.' Alternatively, it could be a variant of Yura, with…
Beaulah
Beaulah is a feminine name representing a variant spelling of Beulah, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'married' or 'bride.' This name appears in the Bible (Isaiah 62:4) where it symbolizes the…
Ether
Ether is an uncommon feminine name derived from scientific and philosophical concepts rather than traditional naming conventions. The word 'ether' historically referred to the fifth element in…
Lossie
Lossie is a feminine name with Scottish roots, possibly derived from the River Lossie in Moray, Scotland. As a given name, it's extremely rare and may have originated as a nickname for names like…
Wayman
Wayman is primarily a surname that transitioned to use as a first name. It likely derives from the Middle English occupational term 'wayman,' referring to a traveler, wagon driver, or someone who…
Eston
Eston is a masculine name with English origins, primarily derived from Old English elements meaning 'east town' or 'eastern settlement.' It began as a surname indicating someone who came from a place…
Goebel
Goebel is a masculine name of Germanic origin, primarily found as a surname before occasionally transitioning to first-name usage. Derived from Middle High German 'goebel,' meaning 'godly' or…
Aggie
English, diminutive of Agatha and Agnes
Mauve-tinted nickname with vintage charm that could just follow in the footsteps of ABBIE. More prominent now as the nickname for the Texas A&M sports teams.
Luvinia
Luvinia is an elegant feminine name with possible Latin origins, potentially derived from words relating to 'love' (like the Latin 'luvens'). It may also be a variant of Lavinia, a name from Roman…
Aleen
Aleen is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It can be considered a variant of Aileen or Eileen, which derive from the Gaelic name Eibhlín, a form of Helen meaning 'torch' or 'light.'…
Claudie
French feminine variation of Claude
Attractive form still très Parisienne.
Lala
Slavic
"laurel"
If it's possible for a name to be too musical, this one is.
Alphonso
Alphonso is a masculine name with Italian and Spanish origins, derived from the Germanic name Alfonso, which combines the elements 'adal' (noble) and 'funs' (ready, eager). This regal name was borne…
Barnie
Barnie is a masculine name typically considered a diminutive or variant spelling of Bernard, which derives from Germanic elements meaning 'brave as a bear.' The name can also be a variant of…
Collis
Collis is a unique masculine name with roots in Greek and Old English origins. Derived from the Greek 'kolonis' meaning 'hill' or 'mound,' it may also relate to the Old English term 'col' for 'coal.'…
Collins
Surname derived from Nicholas or Colin, Greek or Irish and Scottish
"people of victory or pup"
Though Collins makes the Top 300 for girls, it sounds strong and handsome for boys too, kind of like the newly-stylish Brooks. The final s updates it from the 80s-ish Colin or the Twilightish Cullen.…
Mannie
Mannie is a masculine name that typically functions as a diminutive or nickname for Emmanuel, Manuel, or Immanuel, all deriving from Hebrew origins meaning 'God is with us.' However, Mannie has also…