Popular Baby Names 1921

Classic names that peaked in 1921 — now making a comeback.

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These 1921 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
Lucille
Girl
France
light
#283
Dorothy
Girl
English-speaking countries
Gift of God
#462
Hartie
Girl
American
Strong and brave
#501
Dortha
Girl
American
Gift of God
#502
Wilmah
Girl
English-speaking countries
Resolved protector
#502
Yoshimi
Unisex
Japanese
good, benevolent; beauty; decision
#502
Emiko
Girl
Japan
beautiful child or blessed child
#503
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
Floraida
Girl
Spanish-speaking countries
flowered land
#507
Wynnell
Girl
American
Blissful or joyful, a combination of 'win' and the suffix '-ell'
#507
Elizabethe
Girl
England
God is my oath
#509
Orlee
Girl
Hebrew-speaking countries
My light; Light; enlightenment
#510
Wanetta
Girl
American
a variation of the name Guinevere
#511
Castoria
Girl
Greece
One who is from Casterley; could also mean 'pure'
#512
Arneita
Girl
American
Eagle, strong as an eagle
#513
Maxine
Girl
England
Greatest
#514
Evagene
Girl
Greece
Well-born, noble.
#515
Justilia
Girl
Latin
just, fair
#516
Mirriam
Girl
Hebrew-speaking countries
Wished-for child
#518
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
Fujiko
Girl
Japanese
Wisteria child
#522
Bernelle
Girl
France
bear
#524
Tefta
Girl
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#526
Ilva
Girl
Sweden
defender
#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
Perlene
Girl
American
A gem that is pearly, referring to a pearl.
#533
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
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
Ciria
Girl
Spain
A beloved name with deep roots
#542
Iletta
Girl
American
Small island
#544
STASHIA
Girl
Russia
resurrection
#545
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
Prebble
Girl
United Kingdom
a diminutive form of the surname meaning 'a person from the town Prebble'
#551
Annadell
Girl
American
graceful or favored by grace
#553
Misao
Girl
Japan
Meaning 'idea' or 'thought', commonly associated with wisdom.
#553
Fidella
Girl
Latin
faithful
#554
Arnice
Girl
American
Noble
#555
Verla
Girl
American
Feminine form of the name Verle, meaning 'safety' or 'truth'
#556
Chitose
Girl
Japan
Chitose) translates to 'thousand years' or 'long-lived'
#557
Orleen
Girl
American
light; pale; from the 'golden' or 'fair' land
#558
Pear
Girl
English-speaking countries
a sweet, juicy fruit that grows in a tree; symbol of prosperity and abundance
#558
Lavee
Girl
American
Derived from 'to live', similar to the Hebrew version 'Levi' which means 'joined'.
#560
Virginia
Girl
American
virgin, pure
#560
Dorothe
Girl
Greece
Gift of God; Theophora
#563
Saline
Girl
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#565
Conelia
Girl
Italy
horn
#566
Gladus
Girl
Latin-speaking countries
Derived from 'gladus', a term often translated as 'sword,' symbolizing strength and courage.
#569
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
Orietta
Girl
Italy
Golden
#572
Tsuyuko
Girl
Japan
Transparent child
#573
Ethelen
Girl
English
Derived from the Old English 'æðele', meaning noble.
#577
Birty
Girl
United Kingdom
a diminutive form of the name Beatrice
#578
Ruthmary
Girl
Hebrew
Friendship and bitter
#578
Deltha
Girl
American
From the delta
#582
Varnell
Unisex
American
From the fern hill
#582
Pirley
Girl
American
Pear tree
#585
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
Alicemae
Girl
American
Noble kind; May
#591
Noriko
Girl
Japanese
child of law, child of reason
#591
Novell
Girl
USA
new or fresh
#594
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
Genevive
Girl
French-speaking countries
woman of the race
#598
Lubina
Girl
Slavic countries
Slavic
#598
Ritamae
Girl
Philippines
unique and beloved
#598
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
Mosella
Girl
Italian-speaking countries
a diminutive of the name 'Mose', derived from 'Moses'.
#600
Elizibeth
Girl
United Kingdom
God is my oath
#603
Luciell
Girl
American
light
#605
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
Geogia
Girl
American
farmer, earthworker
#614
Wilberta
Girl
English
resolute protector
#614
Atherine
Girl
American
pure
#615
Thelmar
Girl
American
Combination of 'Thelma' meaning 'courageous' and 'mar' which can mean 'sea'
#617
Corabell
Girl
American
beloved companion
#621
Berdine
Girl
American
Brave as a bear
#623
Leverne
Unisex
English-speaking countries
From the alder tree or place of the alder.
#624
Arcangela
Girl
Italy
Angel, messenger from God.
#625
Beanna
Girl
Ireland
blessed, holy
#626
Iceola
Girl
American
ice; serene
#629
Hesta
Girl
Greece
Star; Favorable
#630
Verga
Girl
Italian
A beloved name with deep roots
#630
Chlorine
Girl
International
Greenish-yellow color
#634
Quida
Girl
American
intelligent, wise
#634
Carmela
Girl
[Italian
Italian and Spanish form of CARMEL.
#636
Hurtha
Girl
Middle East
the one who elevates or uplifts
#637
Marguriete
Girl
French
Pearl
#637
Lueella
Girl
American
light
#639
Iline
Girl
English-speaking countries
Derived from the name Aileen, means 'light' or 'bright'
#640
Nadell
Girl
Jewish
delicate, tender
#643
Sayoko
Girl
Japan
Born in a fortunate or auspicious time.
#643
Yukie
Girl
Japan
Yukie) - 'fortunate blessing'
#647
Adgie
Unisex
American
A diminutive of the name Adelaide or Adeline, which means 'noble' or 'nobility'.
#648
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
Ladislava
Girl
Slovakia
One who brings glory or is glorious
#651
Mayree
Girl
American
A variant of Mary, possibly 'bitter' or 'beloved'
#653
Lutrell
Unisex
American
Warrior
#655
Montry
Girl
American
Derived from the French name Montrose, meaning 'the red mount'
#656
Oreva
Girl
Nigeria
God's will
#656
Willetta
Girl
English-speaking countries
Old German
#656
Luecille
Girl
France
light
#659
Yayeko
Girl
Japan
A variant of Yayoi, which refers to the spring season
#661
Darnella
Girl
American
a combination of names starting with 'Dar'
#664
Varena
Girl
American
A name of uncertain origin but reminiscent of names like 'Verena,' which can mean 'truth' or 'to be true'.
#664
Vaudie
Girl
American
Brave
#665
Clarine
Girl
French-speaking countries
Bright, clear
#666
Melvine
Girl
American
Strong or influential
#666
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
Nellora
Girl
American
derived from 'Nell', meaning 'bright, shining light'
#672
Veona
Girl
English
beautiful
#672
Lavaun
Girl
English
Unknown
#673
Anzie
Girl
American
Gracious, favor
#675
Uldene
Girl
American
A name possibly derived from older Germanic roots, meaning 'prosperous' or 'wealthy'.
#675
Flemmie
Girl
American
a variant of Flemma, which may derive from Old Norse or be a diminutive form of various names.
#676
Lurlyne
Girl
American
An invented name, possibly derived from 'Lurleen', meaning 'from the land of the laurel trees'.
#676
Margerett
Girl
USA
Pearl
#677
Arrah
Girl
India
completely without, free.
#680
Edmere
Girl
England
means 'wealthy' + 'famous' or 'noble'.
#680
Rether
Girl
American
to be steadfast
#680
Nicolasa
Girl
Spanish-speaking countries
victorious people
#682
Elneta
Girl
American
God has answered
#684
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
Ardus
Girl
Latin America
strong
#689
Aldah
Girl
Biblical references
Old; Elder
#689
Marrion
Unisex
American
Variation of Marion, a diminutive of Mary
#690
Adean
Unisex
American
noble, fiery
#691
Morjorie
Girl
American
Pearl
#693
Madelon
Girl
France
Young girl
#696
Margreet
Girl
Netherlands
Pearl
#697
Nevart
Girl
Armenia
new girl or new lady
#697
Ellese
Girl
English-speaking countries
God's promise
#702
Margarida
Girl
Portugal
Derived from the Latin 'Margarita', meaning 'pearl'.
#703
Modell
Girl
American
Derived from the word 'model,' suggesting beauty, elegance or a representation.
#703
Dreda
Girl
American
Derived from the Old English name meaning 'sorrowful' or 'sad'.
#707
Lidy
Girl
Dutch-speaking countries
Variant of Lydia, meaning 'from Lydia'
#707
Virginnia
Girl
American
Virgin or pure
#707
Methyl
Girl
International
Referring to a chemistry term for a specific molecular structure.
#709
Ulah
Girl
Hebrew
G-d's strength
#709
Eufrasia
Girl
Greek
joy, happiness
#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
Bernadeen
Girl
France
Brave as a bear
#717
Magel
Girl
Israel
a gift from God
#719
Floree
Girl
English-speaking countries
Flower.
#721
Dorithy
Girl
English-speaking countries
Gift of God
#722
Donabelle
Girl
American
gift from God
#724
Parthina
Girl
Greek
of or from Parthia - Παρθία
#729
Nellean
Girl
France
Bright, shining light
#730
Ethyleen
Girl
English-speaking countries
True to the ethylene
#731
Rosietta
Girl
Italy
Rose
#736
Thada
Girl
Ireland
Brave
#742
Pauleta
Girl
Spanish
small
#744
Dalores
Girl
Spain
sorrows
#751
Leotta
Girl
Italy
Derived from the old Italian name 'Leotto', meaning 'brave' or 'strong'.
#752
Ovalee
Girl
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#754
Luola
Girl
China
meaning 'beautiful jade'
#755
Eldona
Girl
Hispanic countries
noble
#760
Arquilla
Girl
American
From the Latin word for 'little arch' or 'archway'
#761