Girl Baby Names from the 1980s

9511 names that peaked in popularity during the 1980s.

The 1980s loved bold, strong sounds and multi-syllable names. Power names for a power decade — many remain popular today. 1980s names are beginning to feel retro-cool to today's parents.
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Ashton
Unisex
American
ash tree town; ash town
#156
Sara
Girl
Hebrew
princess
#188
Kyrie
Unisex
Greece
Lord; A modern variation used as a feminine form of the male name Kyrie
#237
Vanessa
Girl
[English
Invented by author Jonathan Swift for his poem 'Cadenus and Vanessa' (1726). He arrived at it by rearranging the initial syllables of the first name and surname of Esther Vanhomrigh, his close friend.
#304
Ali
Unisex
Arabic
Exalted, noble
#311
Casey
Unisex
American
Brave in battle
#316
↑ Making a comeback
Nicole
Girl
French
Victory of the people
#327
Callan
Unisex
Ireland
Rocky place
#339
↑ Making a comeback
Joanna
Girl
Greece
English and Polish form of Latin Iohanna, which was derived from Greek Ιωαννα (Ioanna), the feminine form of Ioannes (see JOHN).
#339
Lauren
Girl
France
Laurel
#343
Elisa
Girl
Hebrew
God is my oath
#420
↑ Making a comeback
Mallory
Girl
France
unfortunate
#431
↑ Making a comeback
Alicia
Girl
Spanish
noble
#440
Noel
Unisex
France
Noël is derived from the word for 'Christmas'.
#451
Kayce
Girl
American
A variation of 'Casey' meaning brave in battle
#459
↑ Making a comeback
Stephanie
Girl
American
Crown, garland
#468
Alison
Girl
English-speaking countries
noble
#471
Renata
Girl
Italy
reborn
#472
Amanda
Girl
Latin
Worthy of love
#483
Danielle
Girl
[French
French feminine form of DANIEL. It has been commonly used in the English-speaking world only since the 20th century.
#494
Ameisha
Girl
India
One who is charming and pleasant; A combination name representing 'A' and 'Misha'
#500
Amande
Girl
French
Loved, beloved
#500
Grissel
Girl
Scotland
Old Norse
#500
Shenisha
Girl
American
A modern, possibly invented name with no clear historical meaning.
#500
Sheriee
Girl
English
A variant of Sherry, derived from the Spanish word 'jerez', referring to sherry wine.
#500
Jossica
Girl
American
a modern blend of Jessica, which means 'to behold' or 'wealthy'.
#501
Shaquinda
Girl
American
African American Vernacular English
#501
Tiffany
Girl
English-speaking countries
manifestation of God
#501
Collete
Girl
France
Victorious
#502
Kristiina
Girl
Finland
A form of Christina, meaning ‘follower of Christ’.
#502
Nikeeta
Girl
Indian
Derived from the name ‘Nikita,’ meaning ‘unconquered’ or ‘victorious’.
#502
Kortne
Girl
American
Short form of 'Courtney', meaning 'from the court.'
#503
Tiphanie
Girl
France
Revelation
#503
Vinyette
Girl
France
A small, decorative illustration or picture.
#503
Britnee
Girl
American
from Britain
#504
Chalan
Girl
American
A young woman, a maiden; derived from the Spanish 'chalan,' which denotes a young man.
#504
Renota
Girl
Italy
Rebirth
#504
Reeba
Girl
Arabic
Rising, dawn
#504
Sharda
Girl
India
goddess of learning
#504
Tasheena
Girl
American
beloved, cherished
#504
Cheriese
Girl
American
A variant of Cherise, meaning 'darling' or 'beloved'
#505
Jessicaanne
Girl
English-speaking countries
foresight, to behold
#505
Lakrisha
Girl
English
Light of the lake
#505
Sataria
Girl
American
A variant of the name 'Satarah', often interpreted as a form of 'star'.
#505
Chontae
Girl
American
A variant of Shantae; the stone or the warrior
#506
Danaysy
Girl
Spain
variation of the name Dena
#506
Shamaka
Girl
American
to love
#506
Yenta
Girl
Yiddish-speaking communities
Yiddish
#506
Ikeia
Girl
American
Derived from Keia, meaning 'your' or 'yours' in Hawaiian.
#507
Lastarr
Girl
USA
Star or star-like
#507
Charlisa
Girl
American
A blend of Charles (meaning 'free man') and Lisa (a diminutive of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath')
#508
Guerline
Girl
French
guardian
#508
Iwona
Girl
Poland
Polish feminine form of YVON.
#508
Mailan
Girl
Vietnam
beautiful, delicate
#508
Treisha
Girl
American
A modern variant of the name Theresa, meaning 'harvest' or 'to harvest'
#508
Brigina
Girl
Latin
exalted one, elevated
#509
Katee
Girl
American
A variant of Kate, meaning 'pure'.
#509
Meredith
Girl
[Welsh
From the Welsh name Maredudd or Meredydd, possibly meaning "great lord" or "sea lord".
#509
↑ Making a comeback
Mashaunda
Girl
American
gift of the sea
#509
Uzoamaka
Girl
Nigeria
the road is good
#509
Artavia
Girl
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#510
Aamanda
Girl
Latin
she who must be loved
#510
Lushus
Girl
Unknown
luxurious
#510
Shukura
Girl
Swahili-speaking countries
Meaning 'good fortune' or 'blessing'.
#510
Tinesha
Girl
USA
A modern variation of the name Tina, meaning 'little Tina' or 'follower of Christ'
#510
Cahterine
Girl
France
Cahterine is often interpreted as 'pure' or 'clear'.
#511
Philece
Girl
American
friendship
#511
Suhad
Girl
Arabic
Good intention or well-meaning.
#511
Amandalynn
Girl
American
Loving and beloved
#512
Shakeerah
Girl
American
a variant of Shakira, meaning 'thankful' or 'grateful'
#512
Fritha
Girl
Old English
peace
#513
Krishauna
Girl
American
Christ-like; A variant of the name Krishna
#513
Mirlande
Girl
France
peaceful; serene
#513
Sherissa
Girl
American
a derivative of 'Sherry', meaning beloved or darling
#513
Senja
Girl
Norway
the name of a type of fish
#513
Chinara
Girl
Nigeria
Means 'God hears' or 'God answers'.
#514
Rikeisha
Girl
American
Blessing
#514
Ranada
Girl
Arabic
joyful
#514
Jessalin
Girl
American
A modern variation of the name Jessica, expressing elegance and charm.
#515
Jackielyn
Girl
English-speaking countries
supplanter
#515
Tenesia
Girl
American
Tentative or cautious
#515
Yin
Girl
China
From Chinese 银 (yín) meaning "silver, money", 音 (yīn) meaning "sound, tone" or 荫 (yīn) meaning "shade, shelter, protect", as well as other Chinese characters pronounced similarly.
#515
Reneda
Girl
American
Reborn
#516
Shamika
Girl
American
God's gift
#516
Teaera
Girl
American
Earth
#516
Tiffanymarie
Girl
American
A combination name primarily consisting of 'Tiffany', meaning 'epiphany' or 'manifestation', and 'Marie', a common French name meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved'.
#516
Laurenashley
Girl
American
a combination of Lauren and Ashley, often symbolizing honor and ash tree
#517
Takeila
Girl
American
no specific meaning, modern variant
#517
Audreyrose
Girl
American
noble strength and rose
#518
Glendalee
Girl
American
from the valley by the meadow
#518
Mishay
Girl
American
A variant of the name Misha, often interpreted as 'gift from God'
#518
Talesia
Girl
American
Combination of the names Talea and Alisia, conveying meanings of 'story' or 'noble'.
#518
Cassarah
Girl
American
help, protect
#519
Dristin
Unisex
American
a form of the name Kristen or Christin, symbolizing a follower of Christ.
#519
Krishelle
Girl
American
Christian follower
#519
Sharne
Girl
English
To be free
#519
Sandricka
Girl
American
A blend of Sandra (defender of mankind) and a variation of Ricka (peaceful ruler)
#519
Tranita
Girl
English-speaking countries
To cross over
#519
Toccaro
Girl
American
Intended to symbolize the melodic aspects of music.
#520
Vannary
Girl
Cambodia
Colorful, joyous
#520
Ashly
Girl
English-speaking countries
from the ash tree meadow
#521
Aquina
Girl
Native American
Native American
#521
Bosede
Girl
Nigeria
Born on Sunday
#521
Jeronda
Girl
American
Variance of Geronda
#521
Kasarah
Girl
American
A variant of 'Kassandra', meaning 'shining upon man'
#521
Kandria
Girl
American
pure; clarity
#521
Fatia
Girl
Arabic countries
the conqueror
#522
Genina
Girl
Philippines
A woman of great beauty and virtue
#522
Joangela
Girl
American
combination of Joanna and Angela, meaning God is gracious and angel
#522
Kaylarae
Girl
American
Pure and beloved
#522
Bilon
Girl
Japan
beautiful field
#523
Shardee
Girl
American
Derived from 'Shar' possibly meaning bright or shining.
#523
Reshma
Girl
India
beautiful
#524
Srah
Girl
Arabic
Joy, happiness'; Happiness
#524
Shakeyia
Girl
American
a unique created name with no definitive meaning, often interpreted as 'shaky' with a feminine twist
#524
Cherra
Girl
American
darling, dear one
#525
Deepti
Girl
India
Variant transcription of DIPTI.
#525
Linnzi
Girl
American
A variation of Lindsay.
#525
Maryemma
Girl
American
A combination of Mary and Emma
#525
Tiaria
Girl
American
A modern invented name, possibly a variant of Tiara.
#525
Antwonette
Girl
France
invaluable
#526
Cyria
Girl
Greece
Κυρία
#526
Nichole
Girl
France
victory of the people
#526
Chasitie
Girl
American
pure, chaste
#527
Denielle
Girl
USA
God is my judge
#527
Katie
Girl
[English]
Diminutive of KATE.
#527
Porchia
Girl
Italy
Pig; swine
#527
Amanoa
Girl
Polynesia
A name of Polynesian origin meaning 'the one who brings peace'
#528
Kendral
Girl
American
a variation of Kendra, meaning 'knowledge' or 'understanding'
#528
Kennyetta
Girl
American
a modern feminine form of Kenneth
#528
Mariadelosangel
Girl
Spain
Mary of the Angels
#528
Shantese
Girl
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#528
Alyson
Girl
American
of noble birth
#529
Demisha
Girl
American
A blend of the name Demetra and the suffix -sha
#529
Jasmien
Girl
Dutch
A variation of Jasmine, which refers to the flower known for its fragrant and beautiful flowers.; Derived from 'Yasmin' (ياسمين), which also means 'jasmine flower.'
#529
Jaqulynn
Girl
English
supplanter
#529
Cynequa
Girl
American
English
#530
Sheeba
Girl
India
Oath, promise
#530
Cashara
Girl
American
believed to be a combination of names or a creative variant.
#531
Keandrea
Girl
American
A modern blend of names such as 'Kea' or 'Andrea'.
#531
Kendar
Girl
American
The name Kendar may be related to 'ken', which in Turkish can refer to a 'knowledge' or 'understanding' domain.
#531
Rikkilee
Girl
American
A blend of names; no specific historical meaning
#531
Finessa
Girl
English-speaking countries
Delicacy or subtlety; Refinement
#532
Katura
Girl
Japanese
Derived from various fruitful meanings depending on kanji used
#532
Meuy
Girl
Thailand
a term of endearment or 'sweet girl'
#532
Natilie
Girl
USA
A variant of Natalie, derived from the Latin 'Natalis', meaning 'born on Christmas Day'.
#532
Solita
Girl
Spanish-speaking countries
Lonely
#532
Charnece
Girl
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#533
Gerica
Girl
USA
to be steadfast
#533
Kayliegh
Girl
English-speaking countries
Keeper of the keys; pure
#533
Linsday
Girl
American
from the island of Lincoln
#533
Syretha
Girl
American
a variation of Sarah, meaning 'princess' or 'noblewoman'
#533
Atoya
Girl
American
one who is strong
#534
Brittiany
Girl
American
From Brittany
#534
Kerianne
Girl
English
pure, beloved
#534
Xue
Unisex
China
From Chinese 雪 (xuě) meaning "snow" or 学 (xué) meaning "study, learning, school", besides other characters pronounced similarly.
#534
Martene
Girl
Latin
of Mars
#535
Sherrika
Girl
American
a combination of the names 'Sherry' and 'Monica'
#535
Shylene
Girl
American
a variant form of the name Shailene, which signifies a serene or calm personality.
#535
Chevone
Girl
English-speaking countries
Gift of God
#536
Jillesa
Girl
American
A feminine variation of the name Jiles, modernly associated with joyful or cheerful.
#536
Jimmeka
Girl
American
a blend of names often indicating 'the one who is supreme'
#536
Kashandra
Girl
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#536
Nichoal
Girl
English-speaking countries
variant of 'Nicole'.
#536
Shikera
Girl
American
the one who is an innovative force
#536
Raenesha
Girl
American
A modern invention, possibly a combination of Rae and Nesha
#537
Terren
Unisex
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#537
Tashawnda
Girl
American
The one who is bold
#537
Ashi
Girl
Japanese
a name meaning 'a girl who is hailed'
#538
Shaterra
Girl
American
A unique name possibly derived from 'shatter' and 'terra'.
#538
Danialle
Girl
American
A variant of Danielle, which is the feminine form of Daniel, meaning 'God is my judge.'
#539
Lencola
Girl
American
a blend of names with uncertain origins
#539
Natasha
Girl
Russia
born on Christmas day
#539
Satomi
Girl
Japan
wisdom, beauty
#539
Thrisha
Girl
India
Noble
#539
Anngelica
Girl
Italy
Angel
#540
Elysha
Girl
American
Hebrew; Variant of Elisha
#540
Jaleesha
Girl
American
A modern American name that combines elements of names like Jaleesa and Alicia.
#540
Khandra
Girl
India
light or illumination; light
#540
Krystallyn
Girl
American
shining, clear; a crystal-like beauty
#541
Taliba
Girl
Arab countries
seeker of knowledge
#541
Vallene
Girl
American
Strong or valiant
#541
Ifeyinwa
Girl
Nigeria
Nothing is more beautiful than a child.
#542
Jamielyn
Girl
American
A combination of the names 'Jamie' and 'Lyn', often interpreted as a variant of 'God is gracious'.
#542
Lanecia
Girl
American
Possibly derived from a combination of names like Lane and Nacia.
#542
Sharrah
Girl
American
Princess
#542
Sherette
Girl
American
Modern English
#542
Hetal
Girl
India
well-being
#543
Keyshonda
Girl
American
A combination of key and Shonda, symbolizing uniqueness.
#543
Magen
Girl
American
The name 'Magen' (מגן) means 'shield' or 'protector'.
#543
Sheneil
Girl
American
graceful, poetic
#543
Tanysha
Girl
American
a variant of Tanya, meaning 'fairy queen'
#543
Yoon
Unisex
Korea
shine; allow; consent
#543
Breannon
Girl
Ireland
descendant of Braonán
#544
Diep
Unisex
Vietnam
deep, profound
#544
Song
Unisex
Chinese
pine tree
#544
Say
Unisex
Japan
to do; to act
#544
Shequanda
Girl
American
A unique blend of sounds, often conveying beauty and strength.
#544
Chessica
Girl
American
Chessica is a modern invented name inspired by the name Jessica, referring loosely to themes of chess or strategy.
#545
Genesa
Girl
American
origin or beginning
#545