Baby Names from the 1960s

4363 names that peaked in popularity during the 1960s.

The 1960s were a time of cultural revolution. Names reflected both classic tradition and new freedom — think flower children alongside timeless classics. Many 1960s names are overdue for a revival — the 60-year cycle often brings them back.

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From the Hebrew name דָּוִד (Dawid), which was probably derived from Hebrew דוד (dwd) meaning "beloved". David was the second and greatest of the kings of Israel, ruling in the 10th century BC.

[Greek Mythology]

From the Semitic Adonai, which means "lord". In Greek myth Adonis was a handsome young shepherd killed while hunting a wild boar. The anemone flower is said to have sprung from his blood.

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From 'Timotheos', meaning 'honoring God' or 'in the honor of God'.

Hebrew-speaking countries

English-speaking countries

from the meadow of the Royal Fortress

From the Latin name Patricius, which meant "nobleman". This name was adopted in the 5th-century by Saint Patrick, whose birth name was Sucat.

Laurel tree or bay tree

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Italian form of Angelus (see ANGEL).

derived from André, meaning 'manly' or 'brave'

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Latin-speaking countries

Who is like God?

Anglicized form of SEÁN.

Medieval Spanish form of CARMEL influenced by the Latin word carmen "song". This was the name of the main character in George Bizet's opera 'Carmen' (1875).

a diminutive form of Nicole, meaning 'victory of the people'

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From a surname that originally denoted a person from the city of Troyes in France. This was also the name of the ancient city that was besieged by the Greeks in Homer's 'Iliad'.

English-speaking countries

Divinely peaceful

Derived from a place name, possibly related to the Old French for 'a valley'.

derived from the name Delicia, meaning delight or pleasure

Means "Greece" in Hebrew, possibly related to ION (2). In the Old Testament this is the name of a grandson of Noah and the ancestor of the Greek peoples.

A blend of Chris and Sandra, commonly interpreted as 'bearer of Christ' or 'helper of humanity'

English-speaking countries

Pure or chaste; a variant of the name Kathleen.

A blend of Carla and Lisa, meaning 'free woman' and 'God's promise' respectively.

happy; fortunate

Derived from the name Candace, meaning 'queen mother'

Strong, valiant.

God is my judge; the female version of Daniel

ewe; little lamb

A beloved name with deep roots

fame; bright; radiant

Slavic countries

light; shining; bright

descendant of Caoinneach, meaning 'handsome' or 'attractive'

a variant of the name Lala or a name associated with playfulness

A beloved name with deep roots

mask or character; individual; personality

English-speaking countries

Follower of Dionysius

Lavale appears to be a modern American variation of the name 'LaValle', meaning 'the valley'.

English-speaking countries

Sword; beacon on the hill

small or little

God's promise; Graced by God

A creative blend of the names Jer and Rhonda.

English-speaking countries

the color brown, tawny

combination of other names, often seen as a modern name

Possibly derived from the surname Kimber, originally meaning 'from the royal fortress'.

a variation of Lucinda, meaning 'light' or 'illumination'

Slavic Countries

a type of grain or corn

a modern name, typically used as a coined term with no specific meaning

Thunder or rocky hill.

beloved; affectionate.

A modern feminine variation of the name Sheila, which means 'god is my witness.'

Hebrew-speaking countries

The name means 'God is my leader'.

English-speaking countries

combination of Perry and Ann

A blend of Rani and Vanessa, meaning 'queen' and 'butterfly'

Diminutive of SHARON or a variant of SHERRY.

A combination of Vern and Vanessa

Modern invented name with no traditional meaning

Hebrew-speaking countries

The name Doty is derived from the word 'doughty,' meaning brave or hardy.

Diminutive of Charles, meaning 'free man'

Oak tree; A person who is gentle and nurturing

rose; a flower name.

Strong as a wolf

A form of the name 'Gail', meaning 'joyful' or 'cheerful'.; Variant of 'Galen', meaning 'calm' or 'healer'.

To air out or release a sentiment or frustration.

Vigilant, Watchful

little gray one

French-speaking countries

God is gracious, combined form of Jean and Marie

Earth.; A variant of the name Theresa.

variant of the name Davina, meaning 'beloved'

friend; comrade

a name that is often associated with 'a light' or 'a burning one'.

Derived from Lori (laurel) and Jean (God is gracious)

English-speaking countries

Variant of Denise, meaning 'follower of Dionysius'.

Descendant of Donnchadh, meaning 'brown warrior'.

A combination of the names 'Lou' (from Louise) and 'Ann', leading to a modern feminine name.

The season of autumn

Means 'the one who brings joy'.

a variant of Lynette, which means 'lake'

Possibly an invented name based on 'LaVaughn' or similar sounding names.

Derived from the name 'Marcellus', meaning 'little warrior'.

A form of 'Penny', which is a diminutive of 'Penelope', meaning 'weaver'.

Sorrowful, wailing

Jerrae does not have a defined meaning in traditional contexts and may be considered a modern invention or variation of

derived from Theresa, meaning 'harvester'

A variant of Yolanda, which means violet flower

English-speaking countries

English-speaking countries

God is my judge

lover of horses

Palm tree; one who is strong and victorious.

A combination of 'Antoine' and 'Antoinette', meaning 'priceless' or 'invaluable'

a variant of Alicia; noble

A beloved name with deep roots

Spanish-speaking countries

Goddess of the earth

The name is derived from the word 'dín', meaning 'fortress'.

English-speaking countries

Derived from the word 'charm'.

From the laurel tree

a kind, gracious heart

belonging to the god of the sea

A beloved name with deep roots

To flourish or grow

derived from the Latin word 'celicia', associated with the meaning 'heavenly'.

Derived from Teresa, meaning 'to harvest'.

A variation of the name Carla, which means 'free man' in Germanic languages.

A diminutive form that can derive from names like 'Pandora' or 'Pandita', often used as a cute or affectionate name.

the sheaf of grain, a form of the name Raymond

A variation of Deanna, meaning 'divine' or 'heavenly'.

noble, patrician

A variant of Tamara, meaning 'date palm'.

Derived from the name 'Cabrini', which means 'goat herder'.

A variation of Randall, meaning 'guardian.'

light, bright, shining

Peaceful traveler

A variation of the name Michelle, meaning 'who is like God?'

Sweet and pleasant; Dear one

English-speaking countries

A short form of Charlotte or Cheryl, meaning 'free man' or 'petite'.

Derived from 'Donald', meaning 'ruler of the world'

Variant of 'Mack', often interpreted as 'son of' or 'son of the one' referring to a lineage.

From the meadow's garden

Rounded or a circle

Italian form of HYACINTHUS.

the one who is gracious

From a Welsh surname which was derived from ap Harry meaning "son of HARRY".

A beloved name with deep roots

Audette is a diminutive of 'Audrey', which means 'noble strength'.

A sacred bird; associated with wisdom and writing

A form of love or beauty

Derived from Old Norse 'ulfr,' meaning wolf.

From the willow tree

A variant of the name 'Agena', potentially deriving from the Latin for 'young' or 'little'.

Variant of 'Dwayne', meaning 'dark' or 'swarthy'.

Derived from 'contra' meaning against

bringer of good news

a combination of La and Tonjia

Means "sun" in Sanskrit. Ravi is a Hindu god of the sun, sometimes equated with Surya. A famous bearer was the musician Ravi Shankar (1920-2012).

English-speaking countries

defender of mankind