Lojban Cunrafsi Names

During the heyday of Deborah, Debra, and Debra — the late 1950s and early 60s — there were enough baby girls named Deb, just Deb, for it to make the Top 1000.

Ric is a short, punchy masculine name that typically serves as a diminutive of Richard, though it occasionally stands alone as an independent given name. Richard comes from Germanic elements meaning 'powerful' or 'strong' and 'ruler,' literally translating to 'strong ruler' or 'brave power.' This abbreviated form gained some usage in the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1960s and 70s, reflecting the trend toward shorter, more casual names. Ric carries the powerful heritage of its parent name while offering a more modern, streamlined option. Notable bearers include musicians like Ric Ocasek of The Cars, which has helped maintain the name's contemporary appeal despite its ancient roots.

A unisex Hebrew name often found in combination with others, as in Tal-El and Tal-Or.

Bev is primarily a feminine name that originated as a short form of Beverly, which was initially an English surname derived from a place name meaning 'beaver stream.' This concise, single-syllable name carries a friendly, approachable quality that became particularly popular in the mid-20th century. Bev gained independent usage during the 1950s and 1960s when nickname forms were often given as formal names. While its popularity has declined since its peak, Bev retains a vintage charm and unpretentious warmth. It exemplifies the mid-century trend of short, efficient names and continues to be appreciated for its simplicity and nostalgic appeal.