Names that Peaked in 1991
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Rayshawn
Rayshawn combines the element 'Ray,' which could be derived from Raymond (Germanic, meaning 'wise protector') or may represent the English word 'ray' (beam of light), with the element 'shawn,' a…
Cayla
Cayla is a feminine name with multiple origin theories. Most commonly, it's considered a modern variant of Kayla, which itself derives from the Irish Gaelic name Caoilainn, meaning 'slim and fair.'…
Laquan
Laquan appears to be a modern invented name that gained usage in the United States during the late 20th century. The prefix 'La-' is a common naming element that may derive from French influence in…
Beatriz
Spanish and Portuguese variation of Beatrice
"she who brings happiness; blessed"
Attractive translation of Beatrice, popular with Hispanic parents. Beatriz is currently a Top 10 girl name in Portugal. The original Latin form of the name, Beatrix, was in early sources spelled…
Ieshia
Ieshia is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Iesha or Aisha. The name has Arabic origins, with Aisha meaning 'alive' or 'prosperous'. It gained popularity in the United States…
Marcela
Feminine form of Marcel, Latin
"warlike"
A feminine form of Marcel, ultimately from Marcellus and Marcus, Latin names celebrating the Roman God of war, Mars. This spelling is used in Poland, Czechia, Spain, Brazil, Uruguay, and Brazil in…
Desean
Desean appears to be a modern variant spelling of DeSean or De'Sean, which combines the French prefix 'De' (meaning 'of' or 'from') with 'Sean,' the Irish form of John (meaning 'God is gracious').…
Keenen
Variation of Keenan
"ancient"
Energetic name that's keen to please.
Kiefer
German
"barrel maker; pine"
Kiefer is a strong occupational surname associated with "24" star Kiefer Sutherland, but one that could well join the other 'er' surnames currently in favor. Keifer is a German surname transferred to…
Shanequa
Shanequa appears to be a modern American name formation that emerged in the latter half of the 20th century. The name likely combines the popular prefix 'Sha-' with elements resembling '-nequa' or…
Domonique
Variation of Dominique, African American, French
"belonging to the lord"
A spelling variation of the unisex Dominique that was briefly popular in the early 90s.
Dijon
French place-name
Dijon is the capital city of the Burgundy region of eastern France, famed for its wine and yes, its mustard. As a first name, it's been brought to wider attention by a few prominent musicians and…
Shaquana
Shaquana appears to be a modern American name formation that emerged in the latter half of the 20th century. The name likely combines the prefix 'Sha-' (a popular phonetic element in creative…
Keifer
Spelling variation of Kiefer, German
"barrel maker; pine"
This name's existence is all about Kiefer Sutherland, who spells his name i before e.
Tiesha
Tiesha is a feminine name that emerged in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century. It appears to be a variant spelling of Tisha or Teisha, possibly with influence from names ending with…
Miriah
Miriah is a feminine name that emerged as a variant spelling of Mariah, which itself derives from the Latin name Maria (a form of Mary). This alternate spelling gained some popularity in the late…
Kacey
Variation of Casey or combination of initials K. and C. From the time when initial names seemed really neat. K. C.
Miesha
Miesha is a feminine name that emerged in the United States during the 1970s and gained modest popularity in the 1980s and 1990s. The name may be a variant spelling of Misha, which has Slavic origins…
Iesha
Iesha (sometimes spelled Ayesha, Aisha, or Isha) has roots in several cultural traditions. The most documented origin is from Arabic Aisha (عائشة), meaning "alive" or "living," which was the name of…
Anjelica
Latin
"angelic"
This spelling variation of Angelica was popularized by actress Anjelica Huston.