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A List of Trendy Old Fashioned Names

  1. Dodge

    • Origin:

      English, diminutive of Roger, German

    • Meaning:

      "famous warrior"

    • Description:

      This old short form might be seen as a little dubious by some, though it could make for a fun pet name, honor name, on update on the still-stodgy Roger.
  2. Britta

    • Origin:

      Scandinavian, variation of Birgit or Britt

    • Meaning:

      "strength or exalted one"

    • Description:

      If you want a pan-Scandinavian name with energy and style that could have been a winner, if not for the sound-alike water filtration company Brita.
  3. Wyclef

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "dweller at the white cliff"

    • Description:

      Haitian-born rap superstar and humanitarian Wyclef ("Fugees") Jean has lent this name a powerful musical beat.
  4. Glimmer

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      Glimmer is shimmery but a little too showy, as is Glitter, a character on a TV sitcom-- while Glimmer appears in The Hunger Games.
  5. Gandolf

    • Origin:

      Teutonic

    • Meaning:

      "wand-wolf"

    • Description:

      Gandolf and variant Gandulf are legitimate names used in medieval Europe, including by several bishops and dukes. From it comes the name of Castel Gandolfo, the pope's summer residence. However, to most people this will feel like a misspelling of the wizard Gandalf.
  6. Margie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Margery

    • Description:

      Prime pert-teenager name in midcentury TV shows, replaced by Maggie.
  7. Perrie

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "dweller near a pear tree"

    • Description:

      Perrie, a soft and playful twist on Perry, gained attention through Perrie Edwards, singer of the British girl group Little Mix. With its sleek -ie ending, Perrie fits right in with rising unisex names and stylish picks like Frankie and Stevie.
  8. Lollie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Charlotte, French

    • Meaning:

      "free man"

    • Description:

      A sweet (literally) and rare nickname for Charlotte. Lollie would also work as a short form of other names with a strong L sound, such as Elizabeth, Lauren, Lola, Lorelei, and Louisa.
  9. Audie

    • Description:

      Audie is a feminine name with diverse origins, functioning as both a diminutive of Audrey and a name in its own right. Derived from Anglo-Saxon roots, it carries meanings associated with 'noble strength' or 'noble counselor.' The name gained some recognition in America through World War II hero Audie Murphy, though it's traditionally more common for females. With its short, sweet sound and vintage charm, Audie fits well with the trend toward reviving early 20th century names. It provides a less common alternative to popular 'Au-' names like Audrey and Autumn. While never reaching high popularity rankings, Audie has maintained continuous usage throughout the decades. Its simplicity and gentle sound make it appealing to parents seeking a name that's both distinctive and accessible.

  10. Lyn

    • Origin:

      Variation of Lynn, Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "lake"

    • Description:

      Lynn was a Top 100 girls' name in the US from the 1940s through the 60s, and shortened form Lyn's popularity followed the same trajectory. Today, Lyn is far more often found as a name suffix, in popular names such as Evelyn and Brooklyn down to hundreds of invented choice from Timberlyn to Summerlyn. Big sister Lynn was given to only about 50 baby girls in one recent year, and Lyn to only six. While we don't foresee an imminent comeback, Lyn and Lynn could definitely rise in the coming decades via the Hundred Year Rule.
  11. Rumer

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "fame, braggart"

    • Description:

      Demi and Bruce made waves when they named their now-grown firstborn after novelist Rumer Godden; a possible downside is its connection with the word rumor. English author Godden was actually born Margaret, with Rumer (a family surname) as her middle name
  12. Lautrec

    • Description:

      Lautrec is a masculine name of French origin, derived from a place name in southern France. It gained recognition primarily through the famous French post-impressionist painter Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, who came from the noble family of this region. The name likely has Occitan linguistic roots, possibly relating to 'altu' (high) and 'rectu' (straight or right), possibly describing a geographic feature. As a given name, Lautrec is extremely rare, chosen primarily by parents with an appreciation for French culture, art history, or the aristocratic connotation. The name carries a sophisticated, artistic quality and evokes the bohemian spirit of late 19th century Paris, offering a distinctive choice that balances historical depth with artistic associations.
  13. Dova

    • Origin:

      Feminization of Dov or or diminutive of Doveva, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "bear; graceful"

    • Description:

      Dova is a simple but unusual name sometimes heard in Israel but virtually never in the US. Not a single girl was named Dova or Doveva in the US last year.
  14. Garnet

    • Origin:

      Jewel name, from the French

    • Meaning:

      "pomegranate"

    • Description:

      One of the jewel names in use a hundred years ago, due for revival along with sisters Ruby and Pearl.
  15. Polo

    • Origin:

      Tibetan

    • Meaning:

      "brave wanderer"

    • Description:

      If Portia can become Porsche, then Apollo can morph into Polo -- the imprint of designer Ralph Lauren.
  16. Offie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Ophrah, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "fawn"

    • Description:

      A very old-fashioned nickname for the biblical city name Ophrah.
  17. Jetta

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "jet"

    • Description:

      Although this is a legitimate name, most people would associate it with a line of Volkswagens -- you'd be better off choosing a Mercedes.
  18. Thames

    • Origin:

      Nature name

    • Description:

      Actress Jaime King gave her son Leo the middle name Thames, for the famous London river where she and her husband Kyle Newman were married. Thames is pronounced tehms, not necessarily common knowledge in the US. The etymology of the word Thames is uncertain, and may mean dark but more likely stems from an ancient word for river.
  19. Magenta

    • Origin:

      Color name

    • Description:

      Magenta is a vivid Crayola color name, that could make a vivid, colorful choice. It was named in 1859 after the Napoleonic Battle of Magenta, a town in Northern Italy.
  20. Manilla

    • Origin:

      City name

    • Description:

      A variant spelling of Manila, the capital of the Philippines. Vloggers The Bucket List Family have a son named Manilla.