Names that Peaked in 1977
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Celena
Celena is a feminine name with multiple potential origins, primarily considered a variant spelling of Selena or Celina. The name ultimately derives from Greek origins related to 'selene,' meaning…
Aric
Norse variation of Eric
This poor lad will spend his life saying, "No, it's Aric, not Eric. Aaric, Arick, Arik Arric, Arrick.
Corry
Corry is a masculine name with versatile origins. It can be a diminutive of Cornelius (Latin for 'horn' or 'cornerstone'), Conrad (Germanic for 'brave counsel'), or Cormac (Irish for 'charioteer').…
Courtney
English from French
"short nose; courteous, from the court"
This courtly old Southern name has several cool male bearers: NFL player Courtney Brown, British jazz musician Courtney Pine, and Barbados-born economist Courtney Blackman, to name but a few.
Dameon
Dameon is a masculine name that serves as a variant spelling of Damian or Damien. It derives from the Greek name 'Damianos,' which relates to 'to tame' or 'to subdue.' With roots in early Christian…
Damion
Spelling variation of Damien
The least popular version of Damien in the Top 1000, this name still enjoyed a bit of a boost in 2013 -- it climbed 83 spots since 2012.
Dedrick
German, variation of Derek
"the people's ruler"
This name is related to Derek and Dietrich, either of which would be preferable.
Jereme
Jereme is a masculine name representing a variant spelling of Jeremy, which ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Jeremiah (Yirmeyahu), meaning 'God will uplift' or 'appointed by God.' This…
Karim
Arabic
"noble, generous"
Kareem is the more popular form in the US, thanks to basketball legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, but Karim is right on his heels after being among the fastest-rising names of 2022. French soccer player…
Rodrick
Rodrick is a masculine name of Germanic origin, derived from elements meaning 'fame' and 'power' or 'rule.' It's related to names like Roderick, Rodriguez, and Rurik, all sharing the common…
Seneca
Latin surname and Native American
"people of the standing rock"
Seneca's distinguished heritage as the name of the ancient Roman philosopher-playwright who tutored Nero, and of an Iroquois tribe makes this an interesting choice for either sex.
Lawanda
Lawanda is a feminine name that appears to have emerged in the United States during the mid-20th century. The name may be a creative combination of the prefix 'La-' (a popular naming element adding…
Tawanna
Tawanna is a feminine name that emerged in the United States during the mid-20th century. It may have evolved as a variant of names like Tawana, Shawana, or Towana. Linguistically, the name could…
Maricela
Spanish, combination of Maria and Celia, Hebrew, Latin
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + heaven"
A pretty and little-known Spanish smoosh name, combining Maria with Celia. As such, it may have a number of meanings. On one hand, it could simply be interpreted as meaning "Maria of the Heavens",…
Torrey
Torrey is a masculine name with both English and Gaelic origins. As an English surname-turned-first-name, it derives from toponyms meaning 'hill tower' or 'tower island.' In Gaelic contexts, it may…
Tosha
Tosha is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Slavic contexts, it can be a diminutive of names like Antonina or Natasha. It also exists as an independent name in various cultures,…
Tameka
Modern invented name
Tameka is a feminine name that gained significant popularity in the United States during the 1970s and early 1980s. Tameka reached its peak popularity in 1975 but has declined steadily since the…
Lakeshia
Lakeshia is a feminine name that emerged in the United States in the 1970s and peaked in popularity during the 1980s. It appears to be a variation of Lakeisha or Lakisha, names that combine the…
Shawanda
Shawanda is a feminine name that emerged in African-American communities during the 1960s and 1970s, part of a trend of creating distinctive names with melodic qualities and the characteristic…
Takisha
Takisha is a feminine name that emerged in American naming records in the 1970s, reaching its peak popularity in the 1980s. The name appears to be a modern creation, possibly combining the prefix…