Names that Peaked in 1972
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Latanya
Latanya is a feminine name that emerged in the United States during the mid-20th century. The construction follows a pattern combining the prefix 'La-' (possibly functioning as a definite article or…
Latonia
Latonia is a feminine name with possible Greek origins, potentially deriving from Latona, the Roman name for Leto, mother of Apollo and Artemis in Greek mythology. The name has a melodious quality…
Lashawn
Ccmbination name, La + Shawn, Irish variation of John
"God is gracious"
La is the French prefix used to indicate paternity, much the same way Mc or O' are used in Irish and the son suffix is used in English. First names with the La prefix were popularized in the 19th…
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…
Tina
Diminutive of Christina et al
Tina, despite its petite and tinkly image, is apt these days to be replaced by the more elegant originals, Christina and Martina.It does have some strong namesakes, though, in Tina Turner (born Anna…
Catina
Catina is a feminine name with possible Italian or Greek origins. It may be a variation of Katina or Catrina, or a diminutive form of Caterina (Italian for Catherine). The name has a melodic, flowing…
Katina
Katina is a feminine name with Greek origins, derived from Katerina or Katharina, ultimately meaning "pure." In Greek culture, it's often used as a diminutive of Katerina. The name carries a melodic…
Cher
French
"beloved"
For years there was only one Cher, and then along came the charming heroine of the movie "Clueless." The world now officially has enough Chers in it.
Cherilyn
Variation of Cheryl, English compound name blending Cheryl and Lyn
"dear lake; dear + pretty"
Sweet and retro, Cherilyn peaked in 1972, when Cher (born Cherilyn Sarkisian) rose to fame. Possibly not quite ready for a comeback, though perhaps fun nickname Cherry might swing it.
Consuela
Consuela is a feminine Spanish name derived from the Latin word 'consolari,' meaning 'to console' or 'to comfort.' This beautiful name carries the connotation of someone who brings solace and support…
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…
Nikole
Nikole is a feminine name that represents an alternative spelling of Nicole, which is the French feminine form of Nicholas, derived from Greek elements meaning "victory of the people." This variation…
Abelardo
Spanish version of French Adelard
"noble and strong"
Sometimes heard in the Latino community, has not crossed over into others.
Chad
English
"battle warrior"
Despite all the "hanging," "dangling," and "pregnant" chad jokes of the 2000 election, this saint's name and remnant of the Brad-Tad era didn't get a boost in popularity. But Chad still holds some…
Jabbar
Arabic
"powerful, mighty"
One of the names of Allah, this name is also associated with basketball great Kareem Abdul Jabbar (born Ferdinand Lewis Alcindor, Jr.).
Vidal
Spanish and Catalan from Latin
"life, vital"
A zippy, lively name that has never been popular, but has never completely disappeared. It is best known for writer and wit Gore Vidal, and hairdresser Vidal Sassoon and his many products.
Lasonya
Lasonya appears to be a variant spelling of Lasonia or a feminine name that emerged in the United States during the 1960s-1970s. It may have developed as a creative variation of names like Sonya (a…
Contina
Contina is a feminine name with Latin roots, possibly derived from 'continens' meaning 'holding together' or 'containing.' It may also be a diminutive form of names beginning with 'Con-' such as…
Camisha
Camisha is a feminine name with modern American origins, likely created as a distinctive variation combining elements of names like Camille, Kamisha, or Tamisha. The name emerged in the latter part…
Keena
Keena is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Irish Gaelic, it derives from 'Caoineach' meaning 'mossy' or from 'Caoin' meaning 'gentle' or 'beautiful.' In Arabic contexts, it can…