Baby Names from the 1990s

14111 names that peaked in popularity during the 1990s.

The 1990s blended classic with modern. Softer endings became popular for girls, while boys got strong, single-syllable names. 1990s names are the new vintage — nostalgic for millennial parents.

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מַתִּתְיָהוּ - meaning 'gift of God'.

עַקֹב (Ya'akov) means 'to follow' or 'to supplant'.

Who is like God?

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יָרְדֵן - Yarden, meaning 'to descend'

A beloved name with deep roots

victory of the people

Ash tree clearing

lover of hounds

bailiff, steward

defender of mankind

defender of mankind

Originally a surname meaning 'maker of torches'.

wished-for child

אָנָה - 'grace' or 'favor'

little, dark one

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Sea-born or sea-circle

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Speckled or freckled

to cut or to tailor

Derived from the Old French word 'cadi,' meaning 'round' or 'barrel'

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A beloved name with deep roots

Expectation or desire for a certain thing to happen

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A follower of Christ

son of the marsh-dwellers

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from France; free one

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Fortuity; luck; opportunity

Mary's bitterness or wished-for child

from the river Severn

From the grassland village

defender of mankind

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Democratic Republic of the Con

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Little dark one

A modern feminine variation of Cameron, meaning ‘crooked nose’.

From the valley of the rivers

one hundred years

God is gracious

A beloved name with deep roots

A combination of the name 'Keon' with a suffix to give it a unique twist.

African American Vernacular English

He will be gracious

A modern variant of the name Deja, often associated with the meaning 'already seen'.

Variant of Kendra, meaning 'the knowing one'.

Christian, follower of Christ

An invented name, likely derived from combining elements of 'Monte' and 'Ava,' symbolizing lofty aspirations.

A name meaning 'wealth has come home'.

follower of Christ

God gives victory

From a fictional perspective, possibly inspired by tendencies or nurturing qualities.

Christian, follower of Christ.

Derived from the name Charlie, meaning 'free man'.

Created name, possibly derived from 'Day' combined with elements resembling 'Asia'

a modern name variation that may be inspired by the name 'Lakeisha'

A beloved name with deep roots

Sanskrit origins

Adeva means 'bringer of magnificence' or 'goddess'.

noble or strong

A variation of the name Juan, which means 'God is gracious' in Spanish.

Une forme de Michel

An unexpected gift

thankful, grateful

One who is strong

Inspirational or a leader.

victorious or conqueror

A blend of 'Rose' and 'Alexandra'.

a flower or plant

Created name, possibly derived from 'Tiana' meaning 'fairy queen' in Latin or 'goddess' in various interpretations

A modern variation on Desire, conveying strong emotions.

strong and powerful

of Mars, warrior

one who is born on a Saturday

Combination of the name Trea and Anna, meaning 'pure'

a combination of names

desired, longed for

A modern name combining elements of 'Gail' and 'Lynn', often interpreted as 'joyful' or 'light'.

Brave or warrior.

brightness, illumination

A beloved name with deep roots

Wise, virtuous, abundant

Slavic countries

A beloved name with deep roots

A beloved name with deep roots

One who is beautiful or precious.

A variant that combines 'shy' with an element of 'quan', often associated with presence and charisma.

a variant of the name Xavier, meaning 'the new house' or 'bright'

defender of men

Daughter of the people

Variant of Kelsey, meaning 'island of ships'.

Derived from Marcus, meaning 'male, manly'

a variant of Mylee, meaning 'lime' or 'abbreviation of Michelle'

Blossom, flower

A modern variation of Alexis, meaning 'defender'.

A diminutive form of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath'.

The one who is praised.

Native American

Native American

Modern variant, combination of Jay and Raymond

defender of man

One who brings happiness

Bosnia and Herzegovina

One who brings peace and higher order

A modern creation, possibly a blend of names or a variation of Kira.

Christian, follower of Christ

A creative or unique name, possibly derived from 'Shadra,' meaning a 'gift from God'.

light, bright, shining

A modern variation of Brianna

A beloved name with deep roots

Alternative spelling of Dion, meaning 'follower of Dionysus'

A variation of the name 'Jerena', related to the Hebrew 'Yareach' meaning 'moon'.

A blend inspired by 'Jacqueline' and other similar names.

A combination of John and Tay

A variant of Kirsten, meaning 'Christian'.

an invented name, possibly combining elements of Quen and Tavia, suggesting qualities of elegance and life.