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.
200 names6449 girl3412 boy
Ashton
UnisexAmerican
ash tree town; ash town
#156
Sara
GirlHebrew
princess
#188
Kyrie
UnisexGreece
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
UnisexArabic
Exalted, noble
#311
Casey
UnisexAmerican
Brave in battle
#316
↑ Making a comeback
Nicole
GirlFrench
Victory of the people
#327
Callan
UnisexIreland
Rocky place
#339
↑ Making a comeback
Joanna
GirlGreece
English and Polish form of Latin Iohanna, which was derived from Greek Ιωαννα (Ioanna), the feminine form of Ioannes (see JOHN).
#339
Lauren
GirlFrance
Laurel
#343
Elisa
GirlHebrew
God is my oath
#420
↑ Making a comeback
Mallory
GirlFrance
unfortunate
#431
↑ Making a comeback
Alicia
GirlSpanish
noble
#440
Noel
UnisexFrance
Noël is derived from the word for 'Christmas'.
#451
Kayce
GirlAmerican
A variation of 'Casey' meaning brave in battle
#459
↑ Making a comeback
Stephanie
GirlAmerican
Crown, garland
#468
Alison
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
noble
#471
Renata
GirlItaly
reborn
#472
Amanda
GirlLatin
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
GirlIndia
One who is charming and pleasant; A combination name representing 'A' and 'Misha'
#500
Amande
GirlFrench
Loved, beloved
#500
Grissel
GirlScotland
Old Norse
#500
Shenisha
GirlAmerican
A modern, possibly invented name with no clear historical meaning.
#500
Sheriee
GirlEnglish
A variant of Sherry, derived from the Spanish word 'jerez', referring to sherry wine.
#500
Jossica
GirlAmerican
a modern blend of Jessica, which means 'to behold' or 'wealthy'.
#501
Shaquinda
GirlAmerican
African American Vernacular English
#501
Tiffany
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
manifestation of God
#501
Collete
GirlFrance
Victorious
#502
Kristiina
GirlFinland
A form of Christina, meaning ‘follower of Christ’.
#502
Nikeeta
GirlIndian
Derived from the name ‘Nikita,’ meaning ‘unconquered’ or ‘victorious’.
#502
Kortne
GirlAmerican
Short form of 'Courtney', meaning 'from the court.'
#503
Tiphanie
GirlFrance
Revelation
#503
Vinyette
GirlFrance
A small, decorative illustration or picture.
#503
Britnee
GirlAmerican
from Britain
#504
Chalan
GirlAmerican
A young woman, a maiden; derived from the Spanish 'chalan,' which denotes a young man.
#504
Renota
GirlItaly
Rebirth
#504
Reeba
GirlArabic
Rising, dawn
#504
Sharda
GirlIndia
goddess of learning
#504
Tasheena
GirlAmerican
beloved, cherished
#504
Cheriese
GirlAmerican
A variant of Cherise, meaning 'darling' or 'beloved'
#505
Jessicaanne
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
foresight, to behold
#505
Lakrisha
GirlEnglish
Light of the lake
#505
Sataria
GirlAmerican
A variant of the name 'Satarah', often interpreted as a form of 'star'.
#505
Chontae
GirlAmerican
A variant of Shantae; the stone or the warrior
#506
Danaysy
GirlSpain
variation of the name Dena
#506
Shamaka
GirlAmerican
to love
#506
Yenta
GirlYiddish-speaking communities
Yiddish
#506
Ikeia
GirlAmerican
Derived from Keia, meaning 'your' or 'yours' in Hawaiian.
#507
Lastarr
GirlUSA
Star or star-like
#507
Charlisa
GirlAmerican
A blend of Charles (meaning 'free man') and Lisa (a diminutive of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath')
#508
Guerline
GirlFrench
guardian
#508
Iwona
GirlPoland
Polish feminine form of YVON.
#508
Mailan
GirlVietnam
beautiful, delicate
#508
Treisha
GirlAmerican
A modern variant of the name Theresa, meaning 'harvest' or 'to harvest'
#508
Brigina
GirlLatin
exalted one, elevated
#509
Katee
GirlAmerican
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
GirlAmerican
gift of the sea
#509
Uzoamaka
GirlNigeria
the road is good
#509
Artavia
GirlAmerican
A beloved name with deep roots
#510
Aamanda
GirlLatin
she who must be loved
#510
Lushus
GirlUnknown
luxurious
#510
Shukura
GirlSwahili-speaking countries
Meaning 'good fortune' or 'blessing'.
#510
Tinesha
GirlUSA
A modern variation of the name Tina, meaning 'little Tina' or 'follower of Christ'
#510
Cahterine
GirlFrance
Cahterine is often interpreted as 'pure' or 'clear'.
#511
Philece
GirlAmerican
friendship
#511
Suhad
GirlArabic
Good intention or well-meaning.
#511
Amandalynn
GirlAmerican
Loving and beloved
#512
Shakeerah
GirlAmerican
a variant of Shakira, meaning 'thankful' or 'grateful'
#512
Fritha
GirlOld English
peace
#513
Krishauna
GirlAmerican
Christ-like; A variant of the name Krishna
#513
Mirlande
GirlFrance
peaceful; serene
#513
Sherissa
GirlAmerican
a derivative of 'Sherry', meaning beloved or darling
#513
Senja
GirlNorway
the name of a type of fish
#513
Chinara
GirlNigeria
Means 'God hears' or 'God answers'.
#514
Rikeisha
GirlAmerican
Blessing
#514
Ranada
GirlArabic
joyful
#514
Jessalin
GirlAmerican
A modern variation of the name Jessica, expressing elegance and charm.
#515
Jackielyn
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
supplanter
#515
Tenesia
GirlAmerican
Tentative or cautious
#515
Yin
GirlChina
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
GirlAmerican
Reborn
#516
Shamika
GirlAmerican
God's gift
#516
Teaera
GirlAmerican
Earth
#516
Tiffanymarie
GirlAmerican
A combination name primarily consisting of 'Tiffany', meaning 'epiphany' or 'manifestation', and 'Marie', a common French name meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved'.
#516
Laurenashley
GirlAmerican
a combination of Lauren and Ashley, often symbolizing honor and ash tree
#517
Takeila
GirlAmerican
no specific meaning, modern variant
#517
Audreyrose
GirlAmerican
noble strength and rose
#518
Glendalee
GirlAmerican
from the valley by the meadow
#518
Mishay
GirlAmerican
A variant of the name Misha, often interpreted as 'gift from God'
#518
Talesia
GirlAmerican
Combination of the names Talea and Alisia, conveying meanings of 'story' or 'noble'.
#518
Cassarah
GirlAmerican
help, protect
#519
Dristin
UnisexAmerican
a form of the name Kristen or Christin, symbolizing a follower of Christ.
#519
Krishelle
GirlAmerican
Christian follower
#519
Sharne
GirlEnglish
To be free
#519
Sandricka
GirlAmerican
A blend of Sandra (defender of mankind) and a variation of Ricka (peaceful ruler)
#519
Tranita
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
To cross over
#519
Toccaro
GirlAmerican
Intended to symbolize the melodic aspects of music.
#520
Vannary
GirlCambodia
Colorful, joyous
#520
Ashly
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
from the ash tree meadow
#521
Aquina
GirlNative American
Native American
#521
Bosede
GirlNigeria
Born on Sunday
#521
Jeronda
GirlAmerican
Variance of Geronda
#521
Kasarah
GirlAmerican
A variant of 'Kassandra', meaning 'shining upon man'
#521
Kandria
GirlAmerican
pure; clarity
#521
Fatia
GirlArabic countries
the conqueror
#522
Genina
GirlPhilippines
A woman of great beauty and virtue
#522
Joangela
GirlAmerican
combination of Joanna and Angela, meaning God is gracious and angel
#522
Kaylarae
GirlAmerican
Pure and beloved
#522
Bilon
GirlJapan
beautiful field
#523
Shardee
GirlAmerican
Derived from 'Shar' possibly meaning bright or shining.
#523
Reshma
GirlIndia
beautiful
#524
Srah
GirlArabic
Joy, happiness'; Happiness
#524
Shakeyia
GirlAmerican
a unique created name with no definitive meaning, often interpreted as 'shaky' with a feminine twist
#524
Cherra
GirlAmerican
darling, dear one
#525
Deepti
GirlIndia
Variant transcription of DIPTI.
#525
Linnzi
GirlAmerican
A variation of Lindsay.
#525
Maryemma
GirlAmerican
A combination of Mary and Emma
#525
Tiaria
GirlAmerican
A modern invented name, possibly a variant of Tiara.
#525
Antwonette
GirlFrance
invaluable
#526
Cyria
GirlGreece
Κυρία
#526
Nichole
GirlFrance
victory of the people
#526
Chasitie
GirlAmerican
pure, chaste
#527
Denielle
GirlUSA
God is my judge
#527
Katie
Girl[English]
Diminutive of KATE.
#527
Porchia
GirlItaly
Pig; swine
#527
Amanoa
GirlPolynesia
A name of Polynesian origin meaning 'the one who brings peace'
#528
Kendral
GirlAmerican
a variation of Kendra, meaning 'knowledge' or 'understanding'
#528
Kennyetta
GirlAmerican
a modern feminine form of Kenneth
#528
Mariadelosangel
GirlSpain
Mary of the Angels
#528
Shantese
GirlAmerican
A beloved name with deep roots
#528
Alyson
GirlAmerican
of noble birth
#529
Demisha
GirlAmerican
A blend of the name Demetra and the suffix -sha
#529
Jasmien
GirlDutch
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
GirlEnglish
supplanter
#529
Cynequa
GirlAmerican
English
#530
Sheeba
GirlIndia
Oath, promise
#530
Cashara
GirlAmerican
believed to be a combination of names or a creative variant.
#531
Keandrea
GirlAmerican
A modern blend of names such as 'Kea' or 'Andrea'.
#531
Kendar
GirlAmerican
The name Kendar may be related to 'ken', which in Turkish can refer to a 'knowledge' or 'understanding' domain.
#531
Rikkilee
GirlAmerican
A blend of names; no specific historical meaning
#531
Finessa
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
Delicacy or subtlety; Refinement
#532
Katura
GirlJapanese
Derived from various fruitful meanings depending on kanji used
#532
Meuy
GirlThailand
a term of endearment or 'sweet girl'
#532
Natilie
GirlUSA
A variant of Natalie, derived from the Latin 'Natalis', meaning 'born on Christmas Day'.
#532
Solita
GirlSpanish-speaking countries
Lonely
#532
Charnece
GirlAmerican
A beloved name with deep roots
#533
Gerica
GirlUSA
to be steadfast
#533
Kayliegh
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
Keeper of the keys; pure
#533
Linsday
GirlAmerican
from the island of Lincoln
#533
Syretha
GirlAmerican
a variation of Sarah, meaning 'princess' or 'noblewoman'
#533
Atoya
GirlAmerican
one who is strong
#534
Brittiany
GirlAmerican
From Brittany
#534
Kerianne
GirlEnglish
pure, beloved
#534
Xue
UnisexChina
From Chinese 雪 (xuě) meaning "snow" or 学 (xué) meaning "study, learning, school", besides other characters pronounced similarly.
#534
Martene
GirlLatin
of Mars
#535
Sherrika
GirlAmerican
a combination of the names 'Sherry' and 'Monica'
#535
Shylene
GirlAmerican
a variant form of the name Shailene, which signifies a serene or calm personality.
#535
Chevone
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
Gift of God
#536
Jillesa
GirlAmerican
A feminine variation of the name Jiles, modernly associated with joyful or cheerful.
#536
Jimmeka
GirlAmerican
a blend of names often indicating 'the one who is supreme'
#536
Kashandra
GirlEnglish
A beloved name with deep roots
#536
Nichoal
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
variant of 'Nicole'.
#536
Shikera
GirlAmerican
the one who is an innovative force
#536
Raenesha
GirlAmerican
A modern invention, possibly a combination of Rae and Nesha
#537
Terren
UnisexAmerican
A beloved name with deep roots
#537
Tashawnda
GirlAmerican
The one who is bold
#537
Ashi
GirlJapanese
a name meaning 'a girl who is hailed'
#538
Shaterra
GirlAmerican
A unique name possibly derived from 'shatter' and 'terra'.
#538
Danialle
GirlAmerican
A variant of Danielle, which is the feminine form of Daniel, meaning 'God is my judge.'
#539
Lencola
GirlAmerican
a blend of names with uncertain origins
#539
Natasha
GirlRussia
born on Christmas day
#539
Satomi
GirlJapan
wisdom, beauty
#539
Thrisha
GirlIndia
Noble
#539
Anngelica
GirlItaly
Angel
#540
Elysha
GirlAmerican
Hebrew; Variant of Elisha
#540
Jaleesha
GirlAmerican
A modern American name that combines elements of names like Jaleesa and Alicia.
#540
Khandra
GirlIndia
light or illumination; light
#540
Krystallyn
GirlAmerican
shining, clear; a crystal-like beauty
#541
Taliba
GirlArab countries
seeker of knowledge
#541
Vallene
GirlAmerican
Strong or valiant
#541
Ifeyinwa
GirlNigeria
Nothing is more beautiful than a child.
#542
Jamielyn
GirlAmerican
A combination of the names 'Jamie' and 'Lyn', often interpreted as a variant of 'God is gracious'.
#542
Lanecia
GirlAmerican
Possibly derived from a combination of names like Lane and Nacia.
#542
Sharrah
GirlAmerican
Princess
#542
Sherette
GirlAmerican
Modern English
#542
Hetal
GirlIndia
well-being
#543
Keyshonda
GirlAmerican
A combination of key and Shonda, symbolizing uniqueness.
#543
Magen
GirlAmerican
The name 'Magen' (מגן) means 'shield' or 'protector'.
#543
Sheneil
GirlAmerican
graceful, poetic
#543
Tanysha
GirlAmerican
a variant of Tanya, meaning 'fairy queen'
#543
Yoon
UnisexKorea
shine; allow; consent
#543
Breannon
GirlIreland
descendant of Braonán
#544
Diep
UnisexVietnam
deep, profound
#544
Song
UnisexChinese
pine tree
#544
Say
UnisexJapan
to do; to act
#544
Shequanda
GirlAmerican
A unique blend of sounds, often conveying beauty and strength.
#544
Chessica
GirlAmerican
Chessica is a modern invented name inspired by the name Jessica, referring loosely to themes of chess or strategy.
#545
Genesa
GirlAmerican
origin or beginning
#545