Classic Rock Baby Names

This evocative Spanish surname would make an unusual but lively choice for a girl. 

Garcia

This somewhat boisterous Celtic name would be at home in a noisy pub or out walking on the moors. In Scotland, it was originally a nickname for someone with dark hair or a swarthy complexion.
<br/><br/>Duff (born Michael) McKagan gained fame as a member of Guns 'N' Roses.  Popular actress Hilary Duff is giving the surname a lot of attention.

Duff

Jimi is a masculine name that evolved as a diminutive or variant of James, or as an alternative spelling of Jimmy. With English and American roots, the name gained significant recognition in the 1960s through the legendary guitarist Jimi Hendrix, whose influence helped popularize this spelling. The name carries a creative, musical connotation due to this association. While never extremely common, Jimi has a distinctive, informal charm that appeals to parents seeking a relaxed yet recognizable name with artistic flair. The name's simplicity and its connection to rock music history give it a cool, enduring quality despite its relatively uncommon usage.

Jimi

Classic rock baby names recall the movers and groovers of 20th-century music. The classic rock era — typically defined as the 1960s-1990s — serves up plenty of inspiration for modern baby names. They may be related to rock-and-roll songs, or have ties to classic rock bands or musicians, such as Presley and Hendrix.

classic rock baby names in the US Top 1000

 include Cecilia, Gloria, Jagger, Jett, Journey, Lennon, Nash, and Valerie. Among the rising stars are Axl, Bowie, Jethro, and Ziggy.

A classic rock baby name may imbue in your child a love of music. Below, a selection of 

Baby names inspired by classic rock music, songs, and musicians including Hendrix, Lennon, Jagger, and Bowie (Page 6)