Names that Peaked in 1985

Krystal

Variation of Crystal, English word name

"crystal, clear, ice"

This spelling variation of Crystal rose all the way up to #53 in the US in 1985.

Krystle

Krystle is a feminine name that gained popularity in the United States during the 1980s, largely due to the character Krystle Carrington on the hit television show "Dynasty." It's a creative spelling…

Dominique

French, feminine variation of Dominic, Latin

"belonging to a lord"

Had a surge of popularity in the Dynasty days, now has subsided in the wake of fresher French choices like Destry and Delphine, though it retains its sense of sophistication. It's one of the most…

Jena

Diminutive of Jennifer, variation of Gina, English, Arabic, "white wave; paradise"

"white wave; paradise"

Jena is a succinct name with a number of different roots, making it a versatile choice. On one hand, it might be used as a diminutive for the 70s favorite Jennifer, a name of Cornish origin that was…

Jayme

Jayme is a feminine name that originated as a variant spelling of Jamie, which itself began as a diminutive of James. The name James comes from the Hebrew name Ya'akov (Jacob), meaning 'supplanter.'…

Julianne

Latin

"youthful or sky father"

This variation on the Julia theme has stayed in play due to the popularity of Julianne Moore, though it now sits at the bottom of the US Top 1000.

Kristina

Scandinavian variation of Christina

"annointed, a Christian"

This streamlined form of a pretty and feminine classic may not be as popular as it once was, but it's never out of style. A royal name best used now in its full glory rather than as nicknames Kris or…