Names that Peaked in 1994
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Kenia
Spelling variation of Kenya
Kenia debuted on the US Top 1000 list in 1992. Even though it currently ranks higher than original spelling Kenya, this is a hard sell as it alters the spelling of the African nation. The significant…
Larissa
English, German, and Portuguese variation of Larisa, Greek and Russian
"citadel"
Daintily pretty without being frilly, Larissa is familiar but more quietly used than its sound-alikes Melissa and Alyssa. Though this is the more common variation in the Western World, the original…
Marisa
Italian and Spanish combination of Maria and Louisa
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + famous battle"
A name made famous by Marisas Berenson and Tomei, never became as saturated as its cousin Melissa, so still a feasible choice. Marisa is one of those Spanish and Italian names for girls that sounds…
Maranda
Maranda is a feminine name that emerged as a variant spelling of Miranda, which derives from Latin and means "worthy of admiration" or "wonderful." This alternative spelling gained popularity in the…
Tiarra
Tiarra is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Tiara, which derives from the Latin word 'tiara' referring to a jeweled crown or headpiece worn by royalty. This spelling variation…
Tori
Diminutive of Victoria, English, Japanese
"victory; bird"
A more modern nickname for Victoria than Vicky, Tori is used fairly frequently on its own, kept in the public eye by singer Tori Amos and actress Tori Spelling. Still, it's far from fashionable,…
Alexandre
French variation of Alexander
"defending men"
What's the difference between Alexander, the usual English spelling of this deeply classical name, and Alexandre, the French version? English speakers might find the proper French pronunciation…
Bernardo
Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
"strong as a bear"
This Latinate form of Bernard hovered in the lower regions of the US Top 1000 from the late 1940s until 2006, possibly inspired by the character in West Side Story . It remains popular in Portugal…
Dakotah
Dakotah is a masculine name derived from the Native American Sioux tribe name meaning 'friend' or 'ally.' This spelling variant with the final 'h' adds a distinctive touch to the more common 'Dakota'…
Daquan
American invented name
An invented name with several spelling variations. Ranking in the Top 1000 from 1989 to 2005, Daquan is now becoming a Dad Name.
Dequan
Dequan appears to be a modern constructed name that emerged in the United States in the late 20th century, particularly gaining usage in the 1980s and 1990s. The prefix 'De-' is a common element in…
Darrion
Darrion is a masculine given name that appears to be a modern variant of Darius or Darren. The name Darius has ancient Persian origins, referring to several kings of the Persian Empire, and means…
Darion
Darion is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variation of Darius, an ancient Persian name meaning "possessing goodness" or "maintaining good." Alternatively, it could be…
Darien
Spelling variation of Darian
"rich, kingly"
The Darien spelling, which relates to the posh Connecticut town, peaked at Number 393 in 1994 but more recently has been just hanging on at the bottom of the Top 1000. Still, a name with an appealing…