by Linda Rosenkrantz
Can baby names be both fashionable and classic? Absolutely, and the names of George and Amal Clooney‘s newborn twins Ella and Alexander are a case in point. Both have long histories and international status, yet feel way more stylish than classic names like say, Anne and John.
Fashionable classic baby names might be high on the popularity list (Olivia, William) or further out on the cutting edge of style (Louisa and Walter). But all are proven commodities that combine elegance with staying power. Here are 12 of the best. For more, see our new list of Fashionable Classic Baby Names.
THEODORE
Classic Theodore has been recharged via the cool nickname Theo, which many modern parents now prefer over the traditional Ted and Teddy. Theodore reentered the Top 100 in 2015 at Number 83, its highest point since 1935. In addition to being presidential, Theodore has literary, and artistic cred galore.
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Lo Says:
stella2007 Says:
These are all lovely names, I would use Alexander, Theodore for boys. I am not a big fan of Louisa though.
dixiegirl02 Says:
I agree that Lucy should be on this list. I think my daughter’s name could be considered to be a fashionable classic. Her name is Joanna and she was born this March.
Chloe14 Says:
I love Alexander, Henry and Julian!
Bobcat108 Says:
I don’t think this list was supposed to be an exhaustive list of classic & fashionable names, but just 12 of them. Personally, I’d use more of the boys’ names than the girls’ names…Theodore, Sebastian, James, & Julian all appeal to me. Of the girls, Penelope’s the only one I’d use as is, but I do love the form of Luisa (pronounced Loo-EESS-ah) rather than Louisa (Loo-EEZ-ah).
southern.maple Says:
What definition of “classic” is being used to make these lists?
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I had just been looking at this new list yesterday and was so surprised not to see Lucy on it.