Boy 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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דָּוִד - 'Beloved'

↑ Making a comeback

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

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

Divinely peaceful

A beloved name with deep roots

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

small or little

combination of other names, often seen as a modern name

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

Thunder or rocky hill.

The name means 'God is my leader'.

Diminutive of Charles, meaning 'free man'

Strong as a wolf

To air out or release a sentiment or frustration.

Vigilant, Watchful

The season of autumn

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

the sheaf of grain, a form of the name Raymond

A variation of Randall, meaning 'guardian.'

Peaceful traveler

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

A sacred bird; associated with wisdom and writing

From the willow tree

who is like God

lord of the gods, ruler of the heaven

servant of the king

mighty counselor

Ruler of the people

A beloved name with deep roots

Diminutive of Josephine, related to 'God will add'.

Amiable, horse lover

peaceful traveler

one who is liberated, the god of the moon

bold and courageous

House of council

the gift of God

A beloved name with deep roots

Signifiant 'je'

the French woman

to hasten, to accelerate

a variant of 'Shawn', meaning 'God is gracious'

From a surname, often related to fortune or risk

defender of mankind

A small or affectionate form of various names.

keeper of the horses

From the pointed hill.

Variant of Dwayne, meaning 'dark or swarthy'

From the Old Norse 'kraki', meaning 'crow' or 'raven'

crown or garland

Scottish Gaelic

gray, gray-haired

a blend of 'Ro' from a variety of names like 'Rose' or 'Ronnie' and 'Shawn' meaning 'God is gracious'.

A unique spelling variation of 'Lavon', which is derived from 'Lavonne', meaning 'the boy' in Hebrew.

Follower of Demeter, the goddess of agriculture.

Bearer of Christ

The one who is from the Gypsy community

Derived from 'quintus' meaning 'fifth'.

Derived from Tyrone, a name that means 'land of Eógan'.

From the Forest

of the family of Alcibiades or noble

abbreviation for Trevor

Lion of the new city

In some African cultures, it could mean 'joy' or 'happiness'.

The name is believed to be a variant of 'Orenthal'.

watchful; vigilant

herdsman or cowherd

meaning unknown; often used in religious contexts

A beloved name with deep roots

The name means 'the one who is always in a hurry'.

Bearer of Christ

Vigilant, watchful

Ruler of the Army

A beloved name with deep roots

A beloved name with deep roots

A feminine variant of other names

A beloved name with deep roots

wealth protector

combination of Jo and Nell

Short form of Wesley, meaning 'western meadow'

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Powerful with the spear

Disciple of Saint Columba