The kids I used to know

  1. Kerry
    • Origin:

      Irish
    • Meaning:

      "dark, dark-haired"
    • Description:

      Kerry is the name of one of the most beautiful and lush counties of Ireland was a seventies favorite. Related, updated versions might include Cerys and Keira.
  2. Leanne
    • Origin:

      English combination of Lee and Anne
    • Meaning:

      "meadow grace"
    • Description:

      One of the quintessential midcentury combination names, Leanne was spelled any number of ways: Lianne, LeeAnn, Leigh-Anne, and so on. Like many similar combo names -- Joanne, Maryann -- they're all dated now.
  3. Kayleigh
    • Origin:

      Variation of Kaylee, English
    • Meaning:

      "laurel, crown"
    • Description:

      The -leigh suffix seems to be losing its luster; several names in this category, including Kayleigh, Kyleigh and Ryleigh, peaked in popularity a few years back but have since lost quite a bit of ground.
  4. Vicky
    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Victoria
    • Meaning:

      "victory"
    • Description:

      This once vivacious midcentury nickname is rarely used for modern babies.
  5. Stacey
    • Description:

      Stacey is a feminine name (though also used for boys) with Greek origins, derived from Eustace, meaning 'fruitful' or 'productive.' Initially a diminutive of Anastasia, meaning 'resurrection,' Stacey emerged as an independent name in its own right. The name reached peak popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s, becoming emblematic of that era. Stacey conveys a friendly, approachable quality while maintaining a certain spirited energy. While its usage has declined since its heyday, the name retains nostalgic appeal and continues to be appreciated for its pleasant sound and unpretentious charm. Various spelling variations exist, including Stacy and Stacie, each offering slight personalization while preserving the name's essential character.
  6. Tanya
    • Origin:

      Russian diminutive of Tatiana
    • Description:

      Long integrated into the U. S. name pool but still retaining some Slavic flavor, Tanya feels a bit tired; it's ready for replacement by cooler Russian choices like Sasha, Mischa, or parent name Tatiana.
  7. Tracey
    • Origin:

      Variation of Tracy, French
    • Meaning:

      "of Thracia"
    • Description:

      Tracey is the spelling of Tracy used by British comedian Tracey Ullman, who was born Trace. A Top 10 name in 1970, Tracy was last year given to fewer than 50 baby girls in the US and Tracey to only 13. But if the Hundred Year Rule holds, Tracey and Tracy are halfway back to a comeback.
  8. Nikki
    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Nicole or Indian, Punjabi, Sikh
    • Meaning:

      "people of victory; little one"
    • Description:

      Nikki was the it-girl name of the 1970s and '80s as both a short form of Top 10 favorite Nicole and as a given name itself.
  9. Louise*
    • Emma*
      • Clementine*
        • Jade*
          • Josephine*
            • Faye*
              • Shaun/Sean
                • Brandon*
                  • Jodie/Jody
                    • Lizzie*
                      • Laura*
                        • Kirsty*

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