Baby Names from the 1890s

1011 names that peaked in popularity during the 1890s.

The late Victorian era favored names drawn from literature and scripture. Florals and nature names were fashionable for girls. 1890s names have almost entirely cycled out — prime candidates for the next wave of rediscovery.

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friend, companion

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dweller by the river

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Wealth, fortune

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prosperous in war

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दूरा: meaning 'firm, strong'.

Derived from the name Crescentia, meaning 'to grow'

Resolute protector

blossoming, flourishing

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from the French meaning 'from the marsh'

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meaning 'battle maid' or 'warrior maiden'.

A diminutive form of Miriam, meaning 'sea of sorrow'

A variant of the name 'Ervy', which pertains to 'battle' or 'brave'. It can also refer to 'sea'.

God is gracious, blend of Jen and Cynthia

Derived from 'Ira', meaning 'watchful' or 'alert'

Short form of Merle, denoting the color blackbird.

Wealth, fortune.

from the Turkish meaning 'a day of rest'

the one who is in the army

Diminutive of the name Dedra, often associated with fiery or burning aspects

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Morna - Noble, exalted

Soft-haired or youthful.

Diminutive form of Dorothy, meaning 'Gift of God'

A term used for a female sibling

a variant of the name 'Sybil', meaning prophetess

A derivative of the name 'Massey', meaning 'Massy’ or 'fortified place'.

Son of the hare

youthful, downy

The name Neva comes from the Spanish word 'nieve', which means 'snow', and can symbolize purity and clarity.

from the noble one

derived from 'collie', meaning 'useful for herding'

one who is saved

Meaning 'golden princess'.

counsel, advice

Derived from 'Arianna', meaning 'most holy'

Melvinia is a feminine form of Melvin, meaning 'divine power'.

A diminutive of 'Samantha', meaning 'listener' or 'told by God'.

servant of the church

Descendant of the servant of a champion.

Ancestor's heritage

young goat, child

Noble or bright

sacred, or from Ireland

a person from a tower

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A modern invented name, possibly derived from 'Leila' meaning 'night'.

To stand and be glorious.

swarthy; dark skinned

God's gracious gift

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Typically considered a diminutive of names like Otis, meaning 'wealth'.

a one who is worth more than gold

a variation of the name 'Lydia', meaning 'from Lydia' or 'noble one'.

Derived from 'swallow', a type of bird.

Famous; from the place of the fair; known

olive; olive tree

Lives near the river.

Playful, variant of the name Daisy; denotes association with fun and whimsy.

Of the woods, a place with many trees

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noble and ready

a flavoring derived from the vanilla bean.

to rule, to be a ruler

Likely a diminutive or variation of 'Wallace', meaning 'Welshman' or 'foreigner'.

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derived as a diminutive of names like April or Appoline, meaning 'to open' or 'born in April'.

a derivative of Matilda, meaning mighty in battle

father's daughter

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admired, strong

Little red-haired

strong, noble, and beautiful

From the clear or bright place

A variant of Lavinia, derived from the Latin 'lavare' meaning 'to wash' or 'to purge'.

From Loreto; a reference to the holy city in Italy.

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Knowledge; wisdom

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a term of endearment or affection

Meaning unknown, possibly derived from Rilda, a diminutive of names like Hilda.

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lovely, beloved

Meaning 'pleasantness'

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one who worked with pipes or plumbing

Clear wood or wooded area.

counsel, advice, or adviser

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variant of Verde, meaning 'green'

She who is lovely