Names that Peaked in 1924
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Luverne
Luverne is a rare unisex name with Germanic origins, though it's more commonly given to males. It likely derives from elements meaning "beloved" or "love" combined with "erne" meaning "serious" or…
Bettyjane
Compound name, combining Betty and Jane
"Gracious God is my oath"
A smoosh name, blending Betty and Jane that made the US Top 1000 in the 1920s.
Coolidge
Coolidge is a masculine name that originated as an English surname before occasionally transitioning to first-name usage. Most famously associated with Calvin Coolidge, the 30th President of the…
Vernelle
Vernelle is a feminine name that likely originated as a variation of Verna, which derives from the Latin word 'vernus' meaning 'spring.' The addition of the '-elle' suffix gives it a French-inspired…
Elayne
Elayne is a feminine name representing a variant spelling of Elaine, which derives from the Old French form of Helen, ultimately from Greek origins meaning 'bright' or 'shining light.' This name…
Elenore
Elenore is a graceful feminine name that serves as a variant of Eleanor, which derives from the Provençal name Aliénor, introduced to England by Eleanor of Aquitaine in the 12th century. The name has…
Juanita
Spanish, feminine variation of Juan
Pervasive in all Spanish-speaking cultures, Juanita, like Juana, has not emigrated.
Jeane
Jeane is a refined feminine name, representing a variant spelling of Jean or Jeanne. Ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious,' it traveled through medieval French…
Wanita
Wanita is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Spanish, it's a diminutive form of Juana (the feminine form of Juan/John), meaning 'God is gracious'. However, it's also recognized as an…
Marian
French medieval variation of Marie, Hebrew
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
Marian's (and sister spelling Marion's) image has gone through a sea change of late, recalling less middle-aged matron and more Robin Hood's romantic Maid Marian. Some influences: the SJ Parker-M.…