Boy Baby Names from the 1940s

2370 names that peaked in popularity during the 1940s.

WWII influenced naming with patriotic and strong names. The baby boom began and classic names reached peak saturation. 1940s names are cyclically overdue — expect a wave in the next 5 years.

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Son of the king

A beloved name with deep roots

Son of the farmer

Derived from the German name Heinrich, meaning ‘ruler of the home’ or ‘estate ruler’.

A surname of English origin, meaning 'hard village'.

Lyndol is thought to be a variant of Lindell, which means 'lime tree hill'.

from Laurentum, crowned with laurel

From the name of the French-born American naval officer Stephen Decatur, symbolizing bravery and honor.

little champion

descendant of Hind

lively, energetic

The name Esiquio is derived from the Greek name 'Ezekiel,' meaning 'God strengthens.'

A modern variation influenced by the name Jamel, which is of Arabic origin meaning 'beautiful'.

one who is from the valley

A term that can mean 'fool' or 'idiot'.

Derived from the name Robert, meaning 'bright fame'.

famous ruler or wealthy

a diminutive of 'Mackenzie', meaning 'son of the wise ruler.'

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From the deer forest

A beloved name with deep roots

Belonging to the Lord

a form of 'Ange,' meaning messenger or angel.

Free man, strong man.

ruler's advisor

Dark-skinned or black

From the linden tree hill

valley with a glen

A diminutive form of Algernon, meaning 'whitish' or 'of the Elf'.

guardian or protector

Solemn or cool-headed

YHWH is exalted

ruler's advisor

glory of the people

a variant of the Old English name Tild, meaning 'people's ruler'.

Rule with counsel

Great, venerable

heir to the throne

from the island clearing

A surname of English origin, derived from the Old English 'leof', meaning 'dear' or 'beloved'.

bright or famous filled with brightness

God is gracious

Noble, courageous.

Variant of Gerald, meaning 'rule of the spear'

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from the land of the court

a variant of Gerald, meaning 'spear ruler'

a blend of names like Arlen and Lester, suggesting noble origin

A variant of the name 'Searcy', originally a surname.

Strong ruler, mighty power

resolute protector

Dark and proud.

Noble, esteemed

Derived as a diminutive of Edward, meaning 'wealthy guardian'.

Of the land of the ferns

From the land of the kings.

a variant of the name Jerris

One who reams, a tool used in shaping or enlarging holes.

Little Frenchman

a form of 'Géraldine', meaning 'ruler with a spear'

wagon maker; one who builds carts

From the meadow near the river

From the woods or a place of rest.

marshland, boggy land

a combination of Ray and 'nella', meaning 'counselor or protector'

Who is like God?

from the thicket

God's promise; God's pledge

a surname referring to someone from a specific locality or profession

From the lake ford.

Strong as a boar

he who is light

To read or one who reads.

of uncertain origin; may be linked to 'Wilsey' as a place name.

God is gracious

Diminutive form of 'Bernadette', meaning 'brave as a bear'

Raginmund, meaning 'counsel protector'.

Variant of Lerman, which means a farmer or one who works the land

A variant of the name Wilkes, meaning 'resolute protector'

Noble and adventurous

Variant of Shirley, meaning 'bright clearing' or 'bright meadow'

Cold stream or river

ডোয়েল - a musical note, expresses joy

Noble and ready; prepared for battle

a solitary place

An abbreviation or nickname, often indicating a surname or a given name.

Rules by the spear

Land clearing or meadow

little 'round' one or small circle

Thunder mountain

son of the servant of the church

From the land of the roe deer

to give, to present

Stylish or fashionable

Variant of Charles, meaning 'free man'.

from the long ford

of Doris, from Doris

God is gracious

Possibly an elaboration of the name 'Elanor,' meaning 'sun star'.

One who is spirited; brave

A man of the earth.

A surname turned first name, originating from a place name meaning 'the dwelling near the Tazewell River'