Names that Peaked in 2007
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Joselin
Joselin is a feminine name with medieval origins, derived from the Germanic name Gauselin, a diminutive of Gauz or Goz, meaning 'Goth.' It came to England with the Norman Conquest and evolved into…
Yurem
Yurem is a masculine name with possible origins in several cultures. It may be derived from Hebrew, where it could be related to names like Yoram or Yehoram, meaning 'the Lord is exalted.'…
Joseline
Joseline is a feminine name that serves as a variant of Jocelyn, with French origins meaning 'member of the Germanic tribe.' It blends the melodic quality of Josephine with the uniqueness of Jocelyn,…
Kaylin
American variation of Kayla
Kaylin is a variation of Kayla and Katelyn that had several years of chart climbing before reaching a peak of Number 372 in 2009. Cailin and Kailyn are two other spellings.
Korbin
Spelling variation of Corbin, Latin "Crow"
"Crow"
We all know K is a very trendy letter right now, but what was wrong with Corbin?
Davian
Modern invented name
"beloved + God is gracious; beloved + to tame"
David plus Damian (or David plus Ian or David plus Darrian) equals this hybrid name. It has been in and out of the US Top 1000 since 2004, though both this spelling and alternative Davion were out of…
Davin
Hybrid of David and Devin
Davin is one of those hybrid names that is appealing for both genders, though it is more common for boys. Though Davin has a strong and attractive sound, either David or Devin would be preferable. It…
Ean
Spelling variation of Ian
Phonetic spelling of the British Ian that has earned a share of its own popularity; chosen by Bo Bice for his son.
Saniya
Variation of Sania.
Rhianna
Rhianna is a feminine name with Welsh and Celtic origins, considered a variant spelling of Rhiannon, the name of a Welsh goddess associated with horses and birds in the Mabinogion legends. The name…
Miya
Variation of Mia or Maya; Japanese
"palace, shrine, temple"
Is it pronounced MEE-ah or MY-ah? Only the bearer knows for sure, which is one of the central problems with this hybrid name. Miya is also a Japanese name that comes from the word meaning "palace" or…
Maleah
Variation of Malia
Oh dear! We can see where you were going with connecting this name to the classic "Leah," but it just doesn't work. We recommend sticking with the classic Malia.
Isai
Diminutive of Isaiah and Isaias, spelling variation of Esai
This form, coming from various elements, has started to take off on its own.
Madyson
Spelling variation of Madison
With the ultra-popularity of Madison—currently ranked Number 15 for girls—it's inevitable that spelling deviations will make their way into the charts as well. Madyson joins this group of alternates,…
Jaydon
Spelling variation of Jayden and Jadon
Jadon is the original Biblical form of this name, but Jayden is by far the most popular spelling, currently in the Top 20. Jaydon is borrowing from both versions, but not improving the name in the…
Kiera
Irish
"little dark one"
Kiera entered the American popularity list in 1988, though it lags behind the alternate spelling Keira, largely due to the fame of actress Keira Knightley. The original Irish spelling is Ciara, the…
Kaelyn
Spelling variation of Kaylin
Jeramiah
Jeramiah is a variant spelling of Jeremiah, a biblical name of Hebrew origin meaning "appointed by God" or "God will uplift." The traditional Jeremiah was a major prophet in the Old Testament known…
Joselyn
Variation of Jocelyn, German
"member of the Gauts tribe"
Variation of Jocelyn that confuses the pronunciation and looks less elegant. We recommend you stick with the beautiful original.