Names that Peaked in 1999
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Tatyanna
Tatyanna is a variation of Tatiana, a feminine name with Russian and Latin roots. The name originally derives from the Roman clan name Tatius, associated with an ancient Sabine king. Tatyanna gained…
Alexys
Alexys is a modern feminine name that represents a creative spelling variant of Alexis, which has Greek origins meaning 'defender' or 'helper.' This alternative spelling emerged as part of the trend…
Calista
Greek
"most beautiful"
Spelled with either one 'l' or two, Calista came to the fore in 1997 when Calista Flockhart hit it big as Ally McBeal. Flockhart, who bears her mother's middle name, didn't just introduce a name, she…
Caleigh
Caleigh is a feminine name with Celtic roots, representing one of many modern spelling variations of Kaylee/Kayleigh. This particular spelling reflects the traditional Irish and Scottish Gaelic…
Kameron
Spelling variation of Cameron, Scottish
"crooked nose"
This spelling variation of Cameron was briefly popular for girls back in the late 90s, however, it has since fallen out of favor. While it appears in the Top 1000 for boys in the US, Cameron, Camryn,…
Carson
English and Scottish surname
"son of the marsh dwellers"
Very popular surname choice — it's in the Boys' Top 100 — beginning to catch on for girls. First female association: novelist Carson McCullers.
Kayley
American variation of Kayla
"laurel, crown, wreath"
A contemporary choice, Kayley blends elements of Kayla, Hayley, Michaela, and Keeley. Likely invented as a variation of Kayla, it can be considered a combination of popular sounds, though it may also…
Chyna
Chyna is a feminine name representing an alternative spelling of 'China,' referring to the Asian country. This contemporary spelling variant gained notable popularity in the 1990s, partly influenced…
Destiney
Destiney is a feminine variant of the name Destiny, derived from the English word meaning 'fate' or 'predetermined events.' This alternative spelling adds a unique touch while maintaining the…
Destini
Destini is a feminine name representing a modern, creative spelling of Destiny. Derived from the English word 'destiny,' it carries profound meaning related to fate, predetermined events, and one's…
Destany
Destany is a modern feminine variant of Destiny, which emerged in the late 20th century as an alternative spelling. Derived from the Middle English word 'destinee,' ultimately from Latin 'destinare'…
Diamond
Word name, English from Greek
"diamond"
Diamond sparkled all through the nineties--reaching as high as Number 150 in 1999. Although its shine has diminished quite a bit, it remains in use. Followers of the British royal family may know…
Lisette
French, diminutive of Elizabeth or Lise
"pledged to God"
Lisette, also spelled Lizette, is a dainty,, if somewhat dated, Gallic offshoot of Elizabeth. It reached its U.S. peak of popularity in 1999, then fell off the list in 2001. Lisette Model (born…
Gillian
Feminine variation of Julian
"youthful"
Gillian is a name that was in common usage in Great Britain until the 1970s, when it dropped out of the Top 100 and is yet to return. Until recently, it had not crossed the Atlantic in significant…
Jazmyne
Jazmyne is a feminine name that represents a modern, stylized variant of Jasmine. The name ultimately derives from the Persian word 'yasamin,' referring to the fragrant flowering plant. This…
Kailee
Variation of Kaylee
Spelling variant Kailee has never been as popular as the y spelling of the name.
Kaylah
Kaylah is a feminine variant of the name Kayla, which originated from several sources including the Gaelic name 'Caolán' meaning 'slender' or the Yiddish name 'Kaila' meaning 'crown of laurel.' With…
Kayli
Kayli is a modern feminine name that emerged in the late 20th century as a variant of Kaylee or Kaley. It combines the popular 'Kay' sound with the trendy '-li' ending that became fashionable in the…
Lauryn
Spelling variation of Lauren
Given a new shot of style by singer Lauryn Hill, this spelling of the name has fallen quite a bit in popularity since its peak of 167 in 1996.
Lizette
French, diminutive of Elizabeth
"pledged to God"
Whether you spell it Lisette or Lizette, a somewhat dated diminutive that nevertheless retains some charm.