Names that Peaked in 1971
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Stacey
Stacey is a feminine name (though also used for boys) with Greek origins, derived from Eustace, meaning 'fruitful' or 'productive.' Initially a diminutive of Anastasia, meaning 'resurrection,' Stacey…
Candida
Latin
"white"
Attractive ancient name borne by several saints but sullied by association with yeast infection.
Trina
Scandinavian, diminutive of Katrina
Nickname name that retains an Old Country feel.
Ericka
Ericka is a feminine variation of the name Eric, which has Norse origins meaning "eternal ruler" or "ever powerful." This spelling with a 'k' and ending with an 'a' gives the traditionally male name…
Tammy
English, diminutive of Tamara
Made famous in fifties movies as a wholesome backwoods gal, Tammy was a Top 10 choice from the mid-60s to early-70s, but is now given to fewer than 100 babies per year in the US.
Kiley
Kiley as a masculine name represents an interesting gender crossover from what has become predominantly feminine usage in recent decades. Originally an Irish surname derived from 'Caollaidhe' meaning…
Anissa
Arabic
"friendly"
A pretty and delicate cousin of Anna is often heard in Scotland and is also currently popular in France. In the US it was brought to public attention by child actress Anissa Jones, who played Buffy…
Donavon
Donavon is a masculine name of Irish and Gaelic origin, representing a variant spelling of Donovan. The original name derives from the Gaelic 'Ó Donndubháin,' meaning 'descendant of Donndubhán,'…
Stacy
Diminutive of Anastasia
A key cheerleader in the nickname game of the 1970s, Stacy is now the mom. Consider Stacia, or the original Anastasia.
Stacia
Short form of Anastacia or Eustacia
This short form can stand on its own, perhaps because of the familiarity of Stacy, of which it may also be a variation. But Stacia feels somehow more modern and stylish than 60s-style Stacy. Stasia…
Stacie
Stacie is a feminine name that gained significant popularity in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s. It's a diminutive form of Anastasia, which has Greek origins meaning "resurrection."…
Angella
Angella is a feminine variation of the name Angela, which derives from the Greek word "angelos," meaning "messenger" or "angel." This elegant name has religious connotations, associated with heavenly…
Tonia
Diminutive of Antonia
A more interesting and unusual shortening of Antonia than Toni.
Bobbi
Diminutive of Roberta or Barbara, English
"bright fame; foreigner"
A vintage short form of Roberta or Barbara, Bobbi fits into the boyish nicknames for girls renaissance. It's already ranked in the England and Wales Top 1000 in recent years. Barbara "Bobbi" Morse is…