Popular Baby Names 1902
Classic names that peaked in 1902 — now making a comeback.
200 names392 girl172 boy
These 1902 names are having a revival — vintage names often cycle back into popularity after 80–100 years. Many of these are trending upward right now.
Lola
GirlSpain
sorrows
#261 →
Helen
GirlGreece
light, torch
#395 ↑
Girlee
GirlAmerican
A playful or cute girl
#517 →
Leona
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
lioness
#518 →
Modie
GirlSouth Africa
Tswana
#519 →
Leita
GirlLatin American Countries
light
#520 →
Ardie
UnisexEnglish-speaking countries
eagle; to be exalted
#522 →
Hortense
GirlFrance
gardener, garden
#522 →
Luellen
GirlWales
famous river or lake
#524 →
Alletta
GirlNetherlands
noble, kind, illustrious
#530 →
Armeda
GirlAmerican
A variant of the name 'Armedine'; one who is in the protective hand of God.
#535 →
Tressie
GirlAmerican
Derived from Teresa, meaning 'harvester' or 'to reap'.
#538 →
Bertice
UnisexFrench
bright one
#547 →
Pet
UnisexEnglish-speaking countries
Rock, stone
#549 →
Hatsuyo
GirlJapan
First generation; birth
#554 →
Christana
GirlAmerican
Follower of Christ
#556 →
Carita
GirlSpain
little face
#556 →
Narsis
GirlPersian-speaking countries
an angel or a daffodil; associated with beauty
#559 →
Arcola
GirlAmerican
Place name, refers to a town in Italy
#561 →
Tannie
GirlDutch-speaking countries
aunt; small lady
#562 →
Garnett
UnisexEnglish
Granite; a strong, durable stone
#574 →
Verta
GirlAmerican
truthful
#575 →
Sular
GirlTurkish
radiance; brightness - ışık
#584 →
Alda
GirlItalian
Noble or old; Old, elder
#586 →
Maple
GirlUSA
the tree known for its sweet sap and attractive leaves
#592 →
Perle
UnisexFrench
pearl
#597 →
Clemence
UnisexFrance
derived from the Latin 'clemens', meaning 'merciful'
#600 →
Ila
Girl[Indian
Means "earth" or "speech" in Sanskrit.
#622 ↑
Cona
GirlIreland
Wisdom
#624 →
Henrettia
GirlGermanic
Ruler of the home
#624 →
Perna
GirlItaly
The name is derived from the Latin word 'perna', meaning ‘leg’ or ‘ham’.
#627 →
Artha
UnisexIndia
meaning 'purpose' or 'meaningful'.
#637 →
Marie
GirlFrance
sea of bitterness
#641 →
Locie
GirlAmerican
Light
#648 →
Odelle
GirlFrench-speaking countries
Wealthy
#654 →
Aggie
GirlAmerican
A diminutive of Agnes, meaning 'pure' or 'holy.'
#661 →
Beedie
GirlScotland
Scottish
#664 →
Phebie
GirlGreece
shining, bright
#671 →
Malissia
GirlLatin
unfortunate, ill-fated
#680 →
Clotile
GirlFrance
glorious, renowned
#686 →
Goldie
GirlEnglish
Golden
#687 ↑
Tomasita
GirlSpanish-speaking countries
little Thomas
#690 →
Ferrol
UnisexAmerican
Derived from a place name, associated with the Spanish town Ferrol.
#693 →
Gretna
GirlEnglish
A place of intrigue.
#698 →
Valetta
GirlItalian
Strong, healthy; Valiant
#699 →
Girlie
GirlAmerican
A beloved name with deep roots
#704 →
Evarista
GirlSpain
to be a bringer of good news
#705 →
Leanner
GirlAmerican
A beloved name with deep roots
#705 →
Orphia
GirlGreek-speaking countries
beautiful
#705 →
Lourena
GirlSpain
laurel
#707 →
Vetta
GirlItaly
a small vessel or ship
#708 →
Leolar
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
light of the valley
#709 →
Gradie
UnisexAmerican
Graceful or beloved.
#711 →
Mardie
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
from the marsh
#718 →
Relda
GirlAmerican
Possibly derived from the German 'Hilda', meaning battle, or as a diminutive of names ending in -elda.
#719 →
Idelle
GirlEnglish
diligent
#725 →
Hisayo
GirlJapan
prosperous generation; child of a prosperous family
#728 →
Blonnie
GirlAmerican
fair-haired
#731 →
Ophie
GirlAmerican
serpent
#733 →
Avice
GirlEngland
Variant of AVIS.
#737 →
Maudy
GirlIndonesia
gift; blessing
#745 →
Rafaelita
GirlSpanish-speaking countries
little healer or God has healed
#754 →
Mareta
GirlSpain
Of the sea; bitter
#763 →
Safronia
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
Saffron, derived from the flowering plant
#768 →
Belvia
GirlAmerican
Often interpreted as 'beautiful view' or 'of beauty'.
#773 →
Vernia
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
spring green
#781 →
Ovie
UnisexNigeria
To be rich
#798 →
Elma
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
elm tree
#808 →
Maurene
GirlAmerican
And I was not alone, a blend of the name Maureen (Irish) and the city of Morris (English)
#810 →
Famie
GirlAustralia
beloved
#820 →
Francisca
GirlSpanish-speaking countries
from France; free
#823 →
Clovie
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
Diminutive or variant of the name Clover, symbolizing luck.
#825 →
Vada
GirlLatin
life-giving
#829 ↑
Pablita
GirlSpanish-speaking countries
small or humble Paul
#832 →
Luvinia
Girl[English]
Variant of LUVENIA.
#834 →
Malvena
GirlScotland
smooth brow
#836 →
Ether
GirlGreek
upper air, pure, fresh air.
#840 →
Elvena
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
Fair, beautiful
#841 →
Arzella
GirlAmerican
Her strength
#844 →
Novie
GirlAmerican
new, youthful
#849 →
Gatha
GirlIndia
Sanskrit
#851 →
Virgie
GirlAmerican
a diminutive of Virginia, meaning pure
#857 →
Charlena
GirlAmerican
A feminine form of 'Charles', meaning 'free man'.
#859 →
Girtha
GirlEnglish
A beloved name with deep roots
#862 →
Melda
GirlGermanic
Powerful
#864 →
Merle
UnisexFrance
Variant of MERRILL or MURIEL. The spelling has been influenced by the word merle meaning "blackbird" (via French, from Latin merula).
#867 →
Edia
GirlAmerican
A name of African origin meaning 'to rise' or 'to elevate'.
#871 →
Yula
GirlRussian
Lily; Youthful, youthful being; Delight
#871 →
Asilee
GirlAmerican
Derived from the name Asherah, which means 'grove' or 'tree'.
#877 →
Bessye
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
God is my oath
#883 →
Henritta
GirlGermanic
Ruler of the home.
#884 →
Clarabel
GirlAmerican
bright, clear
#903 →
Nettye
GirlAmerican
Ruler of the home
#904 →
Viletta
GirlItaly
strong, vigorous
#906 →
Onnie
UnisexEnglish-speaking countries
A diminutive form of names like 'Ona', often conveying warmth or affection.
#908 →
Zimmie
GirlAmerican
A diminutive or variant of the name Zima, associated with winter.
#908 →
Luceil
GirlAmerican
light
#914 →
Letha
GirlGreek
Oblivion
#921 →
Donalda
GirlScotland
meaning 'world ruler'
#927 →
Birtha
GirlAmerican
Bright or glorious.
#941 →
Hixie
GirlAmerican
sorrow or sadness
#945 →
Oler
GirlEnglish
One who olers, a derivative of old occupational names; Derived from 'olé', possibly denoting 'ancestor' or 'forebear'
#956 →
Elverda
GirlAmerican
el verde - the green
#957 →
Euda
GirlGreece
Pleasant or sweet
#965 →
Burnetta
GirlAmerican
a derivative of Bernadette, meaning 'brave as a bear'
#966 →
Clessie
GirlAmerican
famous, renowned
#970 →
Belzora
GirlAmerican
American English
#974 →
Elva
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
Old English
#978 →
Ingeborg
GirlScandinavia
Old Norse
#988 →
Ireta
GirlSpanish-speaking countries
the popular small island
#989 →
Valrie
GirlFrench-speaking countries
Strength, health; Brave and strong
#997 →
Leenora
GirlAmerican
Light; shining one
Bular
GirlTurkey
A name associated with strength or resilience.
Kikuyo
GirlJapan
A name meaning 'the nineteenth day of the month' or can also be derived from words meaning 'repair' or 'reinforce'.
Threasa
GirlIreland
a variant of Theresa, meaning 'harvester'.
Eulala
GirlAmerican
The name means 'well spoken' or 'sweetly spoken'.
Beulah
GirlHebrew
to marry
Idora
GirlAmerican
the gift of the goddess
Earsie
GirlAmerican
Brave or admirable
Floria
GirlLatin
flower
Vincie
GirlItaly
derived from 'Vincenzo', meaning 'to conquer'
Berlie
UnisexUnknown
A beloved name with deep roots
Murrel
UnisexEnglish-speaking countries
sea-bright
Vida
GirlPersian
life
Lyndall
UnisexAustralia
from the linden tree valley
Mayo
UnisexJapan
Dance wisteria
Margrette
GirlAmerican
pearl
Hildegarde
GirlGermanic
Battle maid
Oddie
UnisexAmerican
Wealth
Cleda
GirlAmerican
Modern American
Bamma
GirlUSA
A term of endearment; an affectionate term for a grandmother or elderly woman.
Rosilda
GirlSpanish-speaking countries
rose and battle
Dollye
GirlAmerican
gift of God
Eufelia
GirlSpanish Speaking Countries
Well-spoken
Beaulah
GirlHebrew
to marry
Aneita
GirlSpain
A modern variation of Anita, meaning graceful or merciful.
Bertrice
GirlAmerican
A feminine form of Bertram, meaning 'bright' or 'glorious'
Elvie
UnisexEnglish-speaking countries
Elf army
Alverta
GirlLatin
noble and gracious
Lorenia
GirlLatin America
Laurel; crowned with laurel
Anetta
GirlHungary
Hungarian
Goldye
GirlAmerican
golden
Elvire
GirlFrance
truth
Vestie
GirlAmerican
Derived from 'vest,' meaning to wear or clothe.
Claudie
UnisexFrance
French feminine variant of CLAUDE.
Odessia
GirlAmerican
A city by the sea
Bedie
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
a gift from the Lord
Madell
GirlAmerican
From the city of Magdala
Tassie
GirlAustralia
Tasmanian
Murial
GirlAmerican
an alternate form of 'Muriel', meaning 'sea brightness'.
Rosebud
GirlAmerican
A name derived from the flower, symbolizing beauty and love.
Mozel
GirlAmerican
a variation of 'Mazel', which means 'luck' or 'good fortune'
Trinnie
GirlAmerican
derived from Trinity
Shizuyo
GirlJapan
Quiet, tranquil
Gladys
GirlWales
royalty
Arrilla
GirlAmerican
Derived from 'Ariella', meaning 'Lion of God'.; Modern female name often associated with beauty and strength.
Zillie
GirlAmerican
a variant of Zilla, meaning 'shade' or 'shadow'
Levada
GirlPortugal
carried, lifted
Florie
GirlEnglish
flowering or blooming
Jewel
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
Precious stone
Farrie
GirlScottish
adventurous
Fidelis
Unisex[Late Roman]
Original form of FIDEL.
Rue
UnisexEnglish-speaking countries
regret
Eura
GirlGreek
meaning 'bounteous', often associated with abundance and good fortune
Elzora
GirlHebrew-speaking countries
God's promise.
Orena
GirlAmerican
light, dawn
Helon
GirlHebrew-speaking countries
healer
Clytee
GirlAmerican
A modern name, possibly derived from the name Cleo or Clytie, rooted in classical mythology.
Elverna
GirlAmerican
True, faithful
Arrena
GirlAmerican
sand, arena
Rubie
GirlEnglish
Red gemstone
Hermie
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
Army general
Aldonia
GirlSpanish-speaking countries
noble or kind-hearted
Everlena
GirlAmerican
A modern name that combines 'ever' and 'Lena', potentially meaning 'forever light' or 'long-lasting brightness.'
Gregoria
GirlSpanish-speaking countries
to be vigilant, watchful
Florella
GirlItaly
little flower
Retha
GirlHebrew
a form of 'Ruth', meaning 'friend'
Ressa
GirlAmerican
Likely derived from 'raissa', meaning 'rose' or 'rose flower'
Laurette
GirlFrench-speaking countries
Laurel
Ludella
GirlAmerican
A beloved name with deep roots
Girtrue
GirlGermanic
brave spear; warrior maiden
Katherene
GirlAmerican
Pure; Clean, clear, pure
Willia
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
resolute protector
Euretta
GirlAmerican
rich, wealthy
Ursule
GirlFrance
little bear
Mineola
GirlAmerican
Native American
Cele
GirlAmerican
Heavenly
Leoma
GirlAmerican
Derived from the name Leo, which means 'lion.'
Nessie
GirlScotland
the one from the waters
Carmie
GirlAmerican
a diminutive of Carmel or Carmelita, often associated with 'garden' or 'orchard'
Colletta
GirlItaly
Victory
Virlie
GirlUSA
A derivative of the name Virgil, meaning 'flourishing' or 'thriving'.
Ethyle
GirlAmerican
Purity
Pheobie
GirlGreek
bright
Ersa
GirlGreek
Meaning 'dew' or 'morning dew'.
Sylvesta
UnisexAmerican
Derived from 'sylvestris', meaning 'of the forest'.; A modern variant suggesting 'of the woods'.
Desdemona
GirlGreece
Derived from Greek δυσδαιμων (dysdaimon) meaning "ill-fated". This was the name of the murdered wife of Othello in Shakespeare's play 'Othello' (1603).
Ethal
GirlEnglish
noble
Kennie
UnisexAmerican
handsome
Alliene
GirlAmerican
Noble