Popular Baby Names 1919

Classic names that peaked in 1919 — now making a comeback.

200 names1226 girl996 boy
These 1919 names are having a revival — vintage names often cycle back into popularity after 80–100 years. Many of these are trending upward right now.
Vivian
Girl
France
From the Latin name Vivianus which was derived from Latin vivus "alive". Saint Vivian was a French bishop who provided protection during the Visigoth invasion of the 5th century.
#87
Miriam
Girl
Hebrew-speaking countries
bitterness
#248
Lucille
Girl
France
light
#283
Frances
Girl
Latin
Frenchman
#405
Dorothy
Girl
English-speaking countries
Gift of God
#462
Hartie
Girl
American
Strong and brave
#501
Berneice
Girl
English-speaking countries
victory bringer
#502
Dortha
Girl
American
Gift of God
#502
Wilmah
Girl
English-speaking countries
Resolved protector
#502
Sakae
Unisex
Japan
A beloved name with deep roots
#504
Junice
Girl
American
a variant of Eunice, meaning good victory.
#505
Melzie
Girl
English-speaking countries
steadfast or strong
#505
Misayo
Girl
Japan
beautiful generation
#505
Earther
Girl
English
of the Earth
#507
Wynnell
Girl
American
Blissful or joyful, a combination of 'win' and the suffix '-ell'
#507
Elizabethe
Girl
England
God is my oath
#509
Castoria
Girl
Greece
One who is from Casterley; could also mean 'pure'
#512
Arneita
Girl
American
Eagle, strong as an eagle
#513
Thema
Girl
Greece
theme or subject matter
#514
Evagene
Girl
Greece
Well-born, noble.
#515
Justilia
Girl
Latin
just, fair
#516
Arimentha
Girl
Greece
swift
#519
Nervia
Girl
Italy
The name presents a connection to strength or vigor.
#519
Olivet
Girl
France
Derived from the olive tree
#519
Lucell
Girl
American
light
#521
Madalon
Girl
American
noble one
#521
Bernelle
Girl
France
bear
#524
Euzelia
Girl
Greece
well-born, noble
#524
Tefta
Girl
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#526
Rula
Girl
Arabic
Gazing at the stars
#527
Ilva
Girl
Sweden
defender
#529
Snoda
Girl
American
A variant derived from 'snowy' or 'of snow'.
#529
Lavaune
Girl
France
From the valley
#530
Liola
Girl
Italy
goddess of light
#531
Vacie
Girl
American
Vacie does not have a widely recognized meaning in English. It may be considered a modern invention or variation of othe
#531
Cordula
Girl
Germanic
Heart, daughter of the heart
#532
Jenola
Girl
American
God is gracious
#532
Shizuye
Girl
Japan
quiet, gentle
#532
Argentine
Girl
Argentina
silvery
#535
Laverna
Girl
[Roman Mythology]
Meaning unknown. Laverna was the Roman goddess of thieves and thievery.
#536
Kikue
Girl
Japan
A chrysanthemum
#537
Marguret
Girl
English-speaking countries
Pearl
#538
Mavel
Girl
American
Derived from 'Marvel', implying extraordinary or wonderful.
#540
Haruko
Girl
Japan
From Japanese 春 (haru) meaning "spring" or 陽 (haru) meaning "light, sun, male" combined with 子 (ko) meaning "child", as well as other kanji combinations.
#541
Hisaye
Girl
Japan
It means 'spring valley' (春谷) or 'excellent valley' (優良谷) depending on the kanji used.
#541
Salvadora
Girl
Spain
Savior
#541
Agnese
Girl
Italy
Pure, holy
#542
Francelina
Girl
France
Little Frenchwoman; French descent
#542
Iletta
Girl
American
Small island
#544
Theone
Girl
Greece
Meaning 'goddess' or 'divine.' Often associated with the goddess Theia, the Greek goddess of sight.
#545
Aldona
Girl
Lithuania
Lithuanian
#546
Sachiye
Girl
Japan
a child of happiness
#547
Loneta
Girl
American
a variant of 'lonely' or 'solitary'
#549
Clois
Unisex
American
a variant of Clois, related to 'glory'
#551
Bergetta
Girl
Swedish
Bright or shining
#553
Misao
Girl
Japan
Meaning 'idea' or 'thought', commonly associated with wisdom.
#553
Elese
Girl
American
Variation of Elise or Alicia, meaning 'God is my oath'.
#554
Fidella
Girl
Latin
faithful
#554
Willabell
Girl
American
A combination of 'Will' and 'Belle', meaning beautiful will or desire.
#554
Arnice
Girl
American
Noble
#555
Orleen
Girl
American
light; pale; from the 'golden' or 'fair' land
#558
Virginia
Girl
American
virgin, pure
#560
Gerarda
Girl
Spanish-speaking countries
Strong spear
#562
Conelia
Girl
Italy
horn
#566
Tessie
Girl
[English]
Diminutive of THERESA.
#566
Alvana
Girl
American
A feminine form of Alvans, related to 'intelligent', 'bright'.
#569
Cova
Girl
Spain
cave; cove
#569
Gladus
Girl
Latin-speaking countries
Derived from 'gladus', a term often translated as 'sword,' symbolizing strength and courage.
#569
Doroty
Girl
Poland
gift of God
#571
Lodia
Girl
Italy
Derived from 'Lodovica', meaning renowned warrior.
#571
Margeurite
Girl
French-speaking countries
pearl; daisy flower
#571
Correan
Girl
American
Derived from 'Cora', meaning 'maiden' or 'daughter of a hero'.
#572
Genivieve
Girl
French-speaking regions
derived from 'Geneviève', meaning 'woman of the race' or 'tribe'
#575
Birty
Girl
United Kingdom
a diminutive form of the name Beatrice
#578
Alvada
Girl
American
Noble friend
#583
Maeoma
Girl
Native American
a name for the moon
#586
Essfa
Girl
Algeria
خفة
#588
Iolia
Girl
Greece
Violet, a flower; also can refer to dawn or daybreak.
#588
Sybil
Girl
[English]
Variant of SIBYL. This spelling variation has existed since the Middle Ages.
#588
Tazuko
Girl
Japan
Commonly means 'to continue' or 'to endure'.
#589
Aleene
Girl
American
bright, shining light
#591
Arzelia
Girl
American
God is my strength
#594
Leuvenia
Girl
Benelux countries
Derived from the city name Leuven, which means 'beloved'.
#594
Hermania
Girl
Latin
Meaning 'the warrior' or 'soldier'.
#595
Ogreta
Girl
Croatia
a variation of Margaret meaning 'pearl'
#595
Plumer
Unisex
English-speaking countries
Referring to flowers or blooming, related to the occupation of a florist.
#595
Thlema
Girl
African
It may convey meanings associated with 'will' or 'intention'.
#596
Zular
Girl
Pakistan
The one who is enlightened
#596
Zenola
Girl
Latin America
serene or peaceful
#597
Gayola
Girl
Latin
happy, cheerful
#599
Lodena
Girl
USA
derived name, variation of the name Loden, meaning 'from the valley'
#599
Loycie
Girl
English
Light; Delicate, soft
#600
Michaelina
Girl
Italy
Who is like God?
#600
Georgietta
Girl
Italy
farmer
#604
Luciell
Girl
American
light
#605
Iney
Girl
USA
Light
#608
Satsuko
Girl
Japan
Child of the season
#609
Junietta
Girl
American
youthful, young
#610
Winogene
Girl
American
charming or graceful.
#610
Waneda
Girl
American
Graceful one
#611
Euree
Girl
American
A modern name that conveys a sense of unique identity and allure.
#612
Petronia
Girl
Italy
Feminine form of PETRONIUS.
#613
Wilberta
Girl
English
resolute protector
#614
Atherine
Girl
American
pure
#615
Olwyn
Girl
Wales
White hoof
#615
Luverne
Unisex
American
To love
#619
Leverne
Unisex
English-speaking countries
From the alder tree or place of the alder.
#624
Almeater
Girl
American
Elder or wise
#625
Beanna
Girl
Ireland
blessed, holy
#626
Iceola
Girl
American
ice; serene
#629
Hesta
Girl
Greece
Star; Favorable
#630
Chlorine
Girl
International
Greenish-yellow color
#634
Luceille
Girl
France
Light
#636
Hurtha
Girl
Middle East
the one who elevates or uplifts
#637
Lueella
Girl
American
light
#639
Iline
Girl
English-speaking countries
Derived from the name Aileen, means 'light' or 'bright'
#640
Kimiye
Girl
Japan
A precious or beautiful tree
#643
Sayoko
Girl
Japan
Born in a fortunate or auspicious time.
#643
Howardine
Girl
American
Derived from Howard, meaning 'high guardian' or 'watchman'.
#647
Madelen
Girl
French-speaking countries
woman from Magdala
#647
Columba
Girl
[Late Roman]
Late Latin name meaning "dove". The dove is a symbol of the Holy Spirit in Christianity.
#649
Tsurue
Girl
Japan
The name could refer to 'genuine/respected person' depending on kanji used.
#650
Reca
Girl
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#651
Mayree
Girl
American
A variant of Mary, possibly 'bitter' or 'beloved'
#653
Lutrell
Unisex
American
Warrior
#655
Ample
Girl
USA
sufficient, abundant, or rich in quantity.
#656
Mildra
Girl
English-speaking countries
gentle strength
#656
Idalou
Girl
American
Daughter of the Idol.
#657
Elethia
Girl
English-speaking countries
Truth
#658
Luecille
Girl
France
light
#659
Venera
Girl
[Russian
Russian, Bulgarian and Albanian form of VENUS.
#660
Darnella
Girl
American
a combination of names starting with 'Dar'
#664
Vaudie
Girl
American
Brave
#665
Shinobu
Unisex
Japan
From Japanese 忍 (shinobu) meaning "endurance", as well as other kanji or kanji combinations having the same pronunciation.
#667
Longina
Girl
Ukraine
Derived from 'Longinus', meaning 'long' or 'tall'.
#668
Madgel
Girl
English
A variant of Madge
#669
Murtha
Unisex
Ireland
sea warrior
#672
Nellora
Girl
American
derived from 'Nell', meaning 'bright, shining light'
#672
Lavaun
Girl
English
Unknown
#673
Fumiyo
Girl
Japan
Child of abundant beauty; prosperous child
#674
Lotha
Girl
India
Remorseful spirit
#674
Irene
Girl
Greek-speaking countries
peace
#675
Lousie
Girl
American
Famous warrior
#675
Uldene
Girl
American
A name possibly derived from older Germanic roots, meaning 'prosperous' or 'wealthy'.
#675
Narciss
Girl
Latin
Derived from 'Narcissus', referring to a flower and also meaning 'to be numb' or 'to be faint'.
#677
Jolan
Unisex
Hungarian
God is gracious
#679
Arrah
Girl
India
completely without, free.
#680
Edmere
Girl
England
means 'wealthy' + 'famous' or 'noble'.
#680
Nicolasa
Girl
Spanish-speaking countries
victorious people
#682
Salomea
Girl
Poland
Polish form of SALOME.
#684
Eunetta
Girl
American
Derived from 'Eunice', meaning 'good victory'.
#685
Rovina
Girl
India
From 'rovina', meaning 'ruin' or 'collapse'.
#686
Elvine
Girl
French-speaking countries
a variant of 'Alvin', meaning noble friend
#690
Adean
Unisex
American
noble, fiery
#691
Cornia
Girl
Latin
Horn
#691
Stephie
Girl
American
A diminutive form of 'Stephanie', meaning 'crown' or 'garland'.
#695
Inabelle
Girl
English-speaking countries
Beautiful and graceful
#696
Madelon
Girl
France
Young girl
#696
Nevart
Girl
Armenia
new girl or new lady
#697
Ellese
Girl
English-speaking countries
God's promise
#702
Modell
Girl
American
Derived from the word 'model,' suggesting beauty, elegance or a representation.
#703
Virginnia
Girl
American
Virgin or pure
#707
Bronislava
Girl
Poland
glory of the protector
#708
Guerina
Girl
Italy
a form of the name 'Guerrina' which derives from 'guerriero' meaning warrior
#708
Methyl
Girl
International
Referring to a chemistry term for a specific molecular structure.
#709
Eufrasia
Girl
Greek
joy, happiness
#710
Luby
Unisex
American
A derivation possibly meaning 'beloved' or 'friend'
#710
Etolia
Girl
Greece
A beloved name with deep roots
#712
Loraine
Girl
[English]
Variant of LORRAINE.
#713
Yoshiye
Girl
Japan
Good fortune, good blessings.
#713
Arlice
Unisex
American
Noble, graceful
#716
Tessibel
Girl
USA
A variation of Tessa or Isabel
#716
Magel
Girl
Israel
a gift from God
#719
Floree
Girl
English-speaking countries
Flower.
#721
Dorothie
Girl
Greece
Gift of God; Derived from the name Dorothy.
#723
Elizebth
Girl
Hebrew
God is my oath; Pledged to God
#723
Pasqualena
Girl
Italy
born during Easter
#723
Nellean
Girl
France
Bright, shining light
#730
Ethyleen
Girl
English-speaking countries
True to the ethylene
#731
Clodean
Girl
American
Variant of 'Klo,' which means 'glory'
#733
Jozefa
Girl
Poland
God will increase.
#733
Leoner
Girl
Spain
Lioness; brave as a lion.
#736
Bernida
Girl
Spanish-speaking countries
A variation of the name 'Bernice', which means 'bringer of victory'.
#738
Saveria
Girl
Italy
derived from the Latin 'savio' meaning 'wise' or 'reputable'.
#738
Thada
Girl
Ireland
Brave
#742
Pauleta
Girl
Spanish
small
#744
Reesie
Girl
American
enthusiasm
#746
Dalores
Girl
Spain
sorrows
#751
Leotta
Girl
Italy
Derived from the old Italian name 'Leotto', meaning 'brave' or 'strong'.
#752
Margerie
Girl
France
Pearl
#754
Ovalee
Girl
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#754
Luola
Girl
China
meaning 'beautiful jade'
#755
Eldona
Girl
Hispanic countries
noble
#760
Dare
Unisex
American
To be brave
#762
Ellease
Girl
American
God is my oath
#762
Arsula
Girl
Latin
little bear
#763
Olee
Unisex
American
A variant of Olive; symbol of peace.
#763
Creolia
Girl
American
belonging to the Creole culture
#765
Vetha
Girl
India
knowledge
#765
Odene
Girl
American
difficult to define; a variant of 'Odin'
#766