Popular Baby Names 1906

Classic names that peaked in 1906 — now making a comeback.

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These 1906 names are having a revival — vintage names often cycle back into popularity after 80–100 years. Many of these are trending upward right now.

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A diminutive form of Bedelia, meaning 'worthy'.

English-speaking countries

The name Laverda may be derived from the Latin 'Laverda', which refers to the plant 'Lavender', symbolizing purity and c

Latin American Countries

Meaning 'pearl'.

The life-giving one

The meaning of Verneda is unclear, but it is a modern invented name possibly derived from the name 'Vern' which relates to spring or the green.

A variant of 'pearl'

Possible derivation from 'Ersilio', related to the Italian city of Ersilia, symbolically used in literature.

Derived from 'Auretta', meaning 'golden'.

Granite; a strong, durable stone

A form of the name Minerva

From the Hebrew name חַוָּה (Chawwah), which was derived from the Hebrew word חוה (chawah) "to breathe" or the related word חיה (chayah) "to live".

A variant of Leora, meaning 'light' or 'God's gift.'

noble and bright

derived from the word for rose; little rose.

English-speaking countries

bright, clear, famous

Noble or of noble birth.; A diminutive form of the name Alfaro, associated with nobility.

Hebrew-speaking countries

ground, a place of fertility

A beloved name with deep roots

English-speaking countries

feminine form of George; farmer, earthworker

Derived from the combination of 'Mali' meaning 'high' and 'vie' meaning 'life'

French-speaking countries

English-speaking countries

Baby, sweetheart

laurel, sweet bay tree

Variant of the name Olga, meaning 'holy' or 'blessed'

a diminutive form of Arnett, meaning 'little eagle' or 'noble one.'

A form of 'Myrtle', symbolizing love and eternity.

A place of intrigue.

A beloved name with deep roots

to be a bringer of good news

Greek-speaking countries

a variant spelling of 'Lady', signifying a woman of high social standing

Graceful and beautiful.

Derived from 'Rosa', meaning 'rose'

Slavic countries

God is my strength; feminine form of Gabriel

a light or brightness; a diminutive form of 'Celeste', meaning heavenly

English-speaking countries

A variant of the name Rhea, the flow

God is gracious

Diminutive form of Beryl, meaning 'precious gem'

Derived from 'lavina', meaning 'wash' or 'to cleanse'.

Spanish-speaking countries

A name often used in Turkey, also referring to precious stones.

to push or to press

a garland or woven wreath

English-speaking countries

A creative variation of the name Arty.

One who is a storyteller

God is gracious

a diminutive form of 'Margaret', meaning 'pearl'.

derived from 'Linda' meaning 'pretty' or 'beautiful'

A small object for play

Hebrew-speaking regions

Praising.; A feminine variation of the name 'Oded'.

derived from 'estela', meaning 'star'.; a neologism suggesting a feminine form of 'stellar', indicating relation to stars.

A beloved name with deep roots

And I was not alone, a blend of the name Maureen (Irish) and the city of Morris (English)

English-speaking countries

to be borne of a late summer

a combination of 'flor' and 'dance', sometimes interpreted as 'flowering' or 'blossoming'.

A unique name that suggests a sense of individuality.

To bloom or to flourish.

Spanish-speaking countries

small or humble Paul

Hebrew-speaking regions

A beloved name with deep roots

meaning ‘a pasture’ or 'an open field'.

a diminutive of Virginia, meaning pure

The bringer of light

Cognate of ESTHER.

Derived from Old Norse, meaning 'famous' or 'glorious'.

Form of the name Zelma or derived from 'zeal'

possibly derived from the Latin word 'educare' meaning 'to educate' or 'to raise.'

An variation of Isola, meaning 'island'

Feminine form of VERNON, sometimes associated with the Latin word vernus "spring". It has been in use since the 19th century.

To be loved or cherished

derived diminutive form of Dedra or Deirdre

A variant of the name 'Rita' or related to 'Reatha'

From the Greek name Τρυφαινα (Tryphaina), derived from Greek τρυφη (tryphe) meaning "softness, delicacy". This name is mentioned briefly in the New Testament.

meaning 'world ruler'

Peaceful ruler or merry.

Prosperous ruler

Meaning 'golden' or 'gold plated'.

Latinate diminutive of FLORA.

A beloved name with deep roots

Latin-speaking countries

of noble birth, born of nobility

from the woods or forest

a form of the name Penelope, often used as a nickname

Italian feminine diminutive of BERNARDO.

a variant of Délie, meaning 'to touch' or 'to be delicate'

she is beautiful

Spanish-speaking countries

the popular small island

English-speaking countries

a variant of Gladys, which means 'lame' or 'crippled' in Welsh.

A meaningful name with English roots

A meaningful name with English roots

A beloved name with deep roots

Earnest; serious

The name is sometimes seen as a female form of Alan, meaning 'little rock'.

not much information available

Derived from the name Zed, which can mean 'God is righteous'.

A name meaning 'the nineteenth day of the month' or can also be derived from words meaning 'repair' or 'reinforce'.

English-speaking countries

moving, reclining

little lure or charm

Derived from the Latin 'perna', meaning 'leg', associated with the word for 'ham' or 'the ham of a leg'.

From a Latin name, a diminutive of Petronia, the feminine form of PETRONIUS. This was the name of an obscure 1st-century Roman saint, later believed to be a daughter of Saint Peter.

Bringer of victory.

God is gracious

French-speaking countries

A diminutive form of Marguerite, meaning 'daisy' or 'pearl'.

Greek-speaking countries

noble and brave

the gift of the goddess

A modern invented name, possibly derived from Mer or the Latin 'mertius'.

A beloved name with deep roots

joyful, cheerful

fair, white, or blessed

pure; meaning is associated with the name Catherine

A beloved name with deep roots

English-speaking countries

A variation of Percy, derived from the name of a place in France

Liberated or free

English-speaking countries

shining light, bright, or shining

a well-known person

the laurel tree

Pansy flower; a term of endearment

a woman who is tender or soft

A form of the name Miriam, meaning 'sea of bitterness' or 'wished for child'.

Laurel; crowned with laurel

a modern name, possibly derived from Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom

English-speaking countries

she who brings happiness

Of noble origin

English-speaking countries

often refers to a small human figure made for children to play with.

Heavenly or radiant

English-speaking countries

a variant of 'Rhiannon'

English-speaking countries

Derived from the word for 'beryl'; precious green stone

Spear of strength

From the city of Magdala

A diminutive form of the name 'Oswald' or 'Osmond'.

A name derived from the flower, symbolizing beauty and love.

that is to be admired

Derived from the word 'loi', meaning 'law', suggesting someone who embodies justice.

a variant of Roderick, famous ruler

A name of Old Dutch origin translating to 'linden tree'.

English-speaking countries

Greek-speaking countries

a little miracle

the eighth letter of the Greek alphabet

Derived from 'pearl', symbolizing purity and beauty

A variant of the name Alethia, which means 'truth'.

English-speaking countries

Original form of FIDEL.

French diminutive of ODA or ODILIA. This is the name of a princess who has been transformed into a swan in the ballet 'Swan Lake' (1877) by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky.

Pure, dedicated