Girl Baby Names from the 1930s

2797 names that peaked in popularity during the 1930s.

Depression-era names favored simple, accessible choices. Betty, Dorothy, and James defined a generation of resilient Americans. 1930s names are hitting their 90-year revival window and starting to feel charming again.

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bright, shining light

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resolute protector

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sea of bitterness, rebelliousness

determination, strength

Derived from the combination of the names Darla and Eileen.

A beloved name with deep roots

A feminine form of the name Karel, meaning 'man' or 'free man'.

To arise; to be lifted up

A modern name that could be a combination of 'Vera' and 'Wiley', suggesting diverse influences.

Faithful, loyal

Bright, clear; a variant of the name Clara.

Name of the Goddess of Fertility

A variant of the name Laurel, which is derived from the laurel tree, symbolizing victory and honor.

a form of Madeleine, meaning high tower or elevated place

A variation of 'Norman', meaning northman or former Norseman.

Combination of Betty and Lou

A diminutive form of Frances, meaning 'free one'.

happy, fortunate

A variant of the name Magdalen, which means 'of Magdala'.

A variant of 'Catherine', meaning 'pure' or 'clear'.

My earth, my ocean

A modern combination of 'John' and a feminine suffix.

A modern name that may be a blend of Clyde and Dell.

Of Mary; beloved

A combination of the names Shirley and Ann, meaning 'bright meadow' and 'grace' respectively.

From Delphi, a reference to the ancient Greek site.

Prosperous in war

Derived from the word 'clay'

Scandinavian countries

laurel tree, symbol of victory

A beloved name with deep roots

A beloved name with deep roots

crown of laurel.

Idol, statue representation of a deity.

God is gracious

Derived from 'Dorine', meaning 'gift'.

From the marsh valley

Native American

Native American

from the willow farm

Valley of the glen

A little noble one

Derived from the name Delber, potentially meaning 'noble' or 'bright'.

Derived from the word 'lever' which means 'to lift up'.

a form indicating 'water' or 'river'; often symbolizes serenity.

Bright and shining

Derived from the word 'love', denoting affection and beauty.

God is my oath.

God will increase

A person who is full of life.

A beloved name with deep roots

Noble strength; strong and brave

victorious, glory

noble patrician

Slavic countries

Lame; crippled; a feminine form of Claudius.

God is gracious

In a manner of being light or nourishing.

The one from Clytia

Little winged one; noble.

A beloved name with deep roots

Variant of Michelle, meaning 'who is like God?'

Maelene is often interpreted as a variation of names like Madeline or Melinda, which generally convey the meaning 'high

A blend of Geraldine and other names, may mean 'ruler' or 'spear'.

A variation of Marlene, meaning 'from the sea' or 'star of the sea'

{language: Unknown, meaning: Possibly derived from various cultures, potentially a variation of Ilana which means 'tree'

A modern coinage, possibly derived from the word 'Wyvern'.

dweller by the beaver stream

A modern twist on the name Genevieve

little generation, young one

joyful, full of joy

bright, clear, famous

a blend of 'Wanda' and 'Ethel'; wanderer

From the obscure 'Dath'

bearer of good news

a variant of the name Marc or Mark, meaning 'of Mars,' the Roman god of war.

derived from the name Ursella, meaning little bear

from the pear tree

lovely or beautiful girl

inspired by 'lud' meaning 'to play'

A modern name possibly derived from the name Fern.

A beloved name with deep roots

Determined protector

Derived from the word 'pearl', often symbolizing beauty and rarity

earnest, serious

A beloved name with deep roots

God is gracious

One who is adored

Variant of Maud, meaning 'mighty in battle'

A feminine form of Gerald, which means 'rules by the spear'.

laurel; victory

May flower, maiden

derived from a combination of 'rose' and 'lea', meaning a meadow or clearing

Fair one; white wave

A variant of Wanda, meaning 'wanderer' or 'shepherd' in Polish.

Variant of the name Cobin, possibly derived from 'cabin'

Swedish-speaking countries

A form of the name Linnea, referring to the twinflower.

Graceful and beloved

Noble, aristocratic

A beloved name with deep roots