Names that Peaked in 1980
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Derrick
Spelling variation of Derek, English from German form of Theodoric,"the people's ruler"
"the people's ruler"
Derek is one of those names that, in its heyday, spawned lots of variations, all trendy. Last year, about 300 baby boys were named Derrick and about 1350 were named Derek.
Heriberto
Heriberto is a Spanish and Portuguese masculine name derived from the Germanic name Herbert, composed of the elements 'heri' meaning 'army' and 'beraht' meaning 'bright' or 'famous.' The name…
Derick
Derick is a masculine name that originated as a variation of Derek, which itself derives from the Germanic name Theodoric, meaning 'ruler of the people.' This Old German name combines 'theud'…
Candi
Candi is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Candace or Candice, which comes from an ancient Ethiopian royal title meaning 'queen mother' or 'clear, pure, sincere.' The spelling…
Brannon
Irish variation of Brennan
Occasionally used as an alternative to Brandon or Brennan.
Clint
English, diminutive of Clinton
As flinty and steely as Mr. Eastwood.
Lamar
English from French
"dweller by a pool"
While it may sound a little dated, Lamar is a name that has never been outside the US Top 1000, but it is in danger of falling off the list. Lamar Odom is a retired professional basketball player.
Deidra
Deidra is a feminine name with Celtic origins, considered a variant of Deirdre, a tragic heroine from Irish mythology known for her beauty and sorrowful fate. The name may derive from the Old Irish…
Loni
Variation of Leona
In baby name limbo along with Ronni, Connie, and Bonnie.
Monique
French variation of Monica
"advisor"
The sort of oh-so-French name that's falling out of favor now.
Charissa
Charissa is a feminine name of Greek origin, derived from 'charis,' meaning 'grace,' 'kindness,' or 'beauty.' It's related to the more common Charisse, Carissa, and Karissa, all variations of the…
Rolando
Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese variation of Roland, German
"famous throughout the land"
Rolando, along with brother name Orlando, are among the most attractive and appealing of Latinate names. It has been in the US Top 1000 every year since 1946.
Tai
Chinese
"great extreme"
Skater Tai Babilonia brought this sleek modern name to the world's attention. Pronounced "tie."
Jerod
Jerod is a masculine name primarily used in English-speaking countries, particularly the United States. It emerged as a variant spelling of Jared, which comes from the Hebrew name Yared, meaning…
Terra
Latin
"earth"
A video-game import (Final Fantasy VI) for a character with green hair and a name that brings the outmoded Terry and Tara into the postmodern age. In ancient Rome, Terra was also a minor goddess and…
Corina
Corina is a feminine name with diverse cultural roots, appearing in Romanian, Spanish, Italian, and Greek naming traditions. Derived from the Greek name 'Korinna' meaning 'maiden' or possibly from…
Elisha
Variant of Alicia or Hebrew
"God is my salvation"
Elisha (ee-LYE-sha) is an Old Testament male name, sometimes borrowed for girls. Pronouced eh-LEE-sha, it is also used as a spelling variant of Alicia or Elysia.
Yoel
Hebrew
"Jehovah is his God"
The Hebrew version of Joel has a pleasant, almost jolly sound.
Latesha
Latesha is a feminine name that gained popularity in the United States primarily during the 1970s and 1980s. It appears to be a variation of Latisha, which itself may be derived from the name…
Ashley
English
"dweller near the ash tree meadow"
It may have peaked at #1 for girls in 1991 and 1992 in the US, but Ashley actually has a long history as a male given name, as evidenced by the sensitive Ashley Wilkes in Gone With the Wind . It's…
