Popular Baby Names 1928

Classic names that peaked in 1928 — now making a comeback.

200 names991 girl743 boy

These 1928 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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God is gracious

Derived from the French surname Cauvin, which was derived from chauve "bald". The surname was borne by Jean Cauvin (1509-1564), a theologian from France who was one of the leaders of the Protestant Reformation.

God is gracious

English-speaking countries

From the Roman family name Paulus, which meant "small" or "humble" in Latin. Paul was an important leader of the early Christian church.

From a nickname which derives from the English word king, ultimately from Old English cyning.

Originally a surname meaning 'priest's town.'

God is gracious.

Watchman, park keeper

From the clay town or settlement.

Diminutive of JOHN. A famous bearer is American actor Johnny Depp (1963-).

Romanian and English form of LUCIANUS. Lucian is the usual name of Lucianus of Samosata in English.

English-speaking countries

A beloved name with deep roots

dweller by the hall

French feminine form of Romanus (see ROMAN).

a strong one; a warrior

Derived from the word 'earth', signifying a connection to the land or the natural world.

The name Clotee is believed to have been derived from the word 'cloak' or related to 'cloistered', suggesting something

light, beautiful, or fairy maiden

English-speaking countries

Nativity, birth

Italian form of CONSTANS.

A beloved name with deep roots

little muse or inspiration

A beloved name with deep roots

a variant of 'Elaine', which is derived from the Old French form 'Helaine', meaning 'light' or 'torch'.

Clearing by the river bank

Derived from Carmelo, meaning 'garden,' or 'vineyard' in Spanish.; Often associated with the Virgin of Mount Carmel.

hunter; one who hunts

A variant of 'Clarence', meaning 'bright' or 'clear'.

guardian of the people

Native American

Native American

A variant of the name 'Dorothy' meaning 'gift of God'.

English-speaking countries

Digger or excavator

A combination of Clara and Nell, suggesting brightness and light.

Glorious, renowned

Derived from the Germanic elements kuoni "brave" and rad "counsel". This was the name of a 10th-century saint and bishop of Konstanz, in southern Germany. It was also borne by several medieval German kings and dukes.

A modern name, possibly derived from 'Meara' meaning 'sea' or 'lake'.

English-speaking countries

a fortified hill

A beloved name with deep roots

from the mouth of the Wey river

Derived from the Germanic name 'Benedict', meaning 'blessed'.

Donard is derived from the Irish name 'Donard', which means 'world ruler' or 'chief'.

a name often associated with 'delicate' or 'gentle'

English-speaking countries

Valley of the glen

a combination of 'Gene' and 'Rose', symbolizing nobility and beauty

From Delphi, a reference to the ancient Greek site.

Spanish feminine form of ADALWIN.

A beloved name with deep roots

Belonging to the Lord

English-speaking countries

A modern invented name, possibly a form of 'Jo' meaning 'God is gracious'.

English form of RUDOLF, imported from Germany in the 19th century. Robert L. May used it in 1939 for his Christmas character Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.

English-speaking countries

A surname that has also become a given name, possibly derived from the words 'bibb' or 'bibbles', implying youth or a pl

Town by the hillside

Scottish Gaelic

A blend of William and Dena, meaning resolute protector

A beloved name with deep roots

Derived from the colorless gas, referring to 'ethene' and related to beauty.

English-speaking countries

noble and famous

Who is like God?

A variant of Dolores, meaning 'sorrows' or 'pain' in Spanish, often associated with the Virgin Mary.'

Brave and daring

A beloved name with deep roots

a beach or shore

Derived from the word Herz, meaning 'heart', plus the diminutive suffix 'zel'

French feminine form of MARCELLINUS.

a type of tree knot or burl; symbolizing strength and growth

a songbird or nightingale

possibly a modern or invented name

Meaning 'an elegant man' or can imply 'a walk of grandeur' depending on its character formation.; Typically associated with the meaning 'brave' or 'heroic'.

English-speaking countries

Brilliant, radiant

seiki; pure, clean; lucky, auspicious

Leafy; green bough.

Reber is a surname and has no specific meaning as a first name.

Derived from the word lily, symbolizing purity and beauty.

One who is pure; Gift from God

Of the field; Mature, wise

From the fortified settlement

Slavic countries

Derived from the name 'Levi', often interpreted as 'joined' or 'attached.'

bright or famous one

from Rome or Roman origin

Derived from the Germanic elements nord "north" and beraht "bright". This was the name of an 11th-century German saint who made many reforms within the church.

bear; noble or courageous

from the city of Lancaster

Native American

a woman of the woods

English-speaking countries

variant form of the name Cleaver, meaning 'one who cleaves'

one who lives by a hovel

A beloved name with deep roots

blessed, fortunate

grace, favor and a combination of Anna and Lynn.

City on the cliff

Diminutive or variation of the name Darth

English-speaking countries

Derived from the Old English name Osbiorn, meaning 'divine bear'.

A beloved name with deep roots

a name that appears to be a variation of names like 'Dolphus', which relates to the term 'dolphin'.

English-speaking countries

bright, clear, famous

Probably from an English surname which was derived from the given name MERVYN. A famous bearer was the American musician Marvin Gaye (1939-1984).

The name can translate as 'circle' (円, en) and 'breathe' (生, sei), signifying 'to breathe life into wholeness' or 'to maintain balance'.

one who is blessed

English-speaking countries

wealthy guardian

Sorrow and steadfastness.

Christ-like; derived from the name Cristina which means 'Christian'

contemplation; speculation; theory

to protect, to watch over

Spanish-speaking countries

A beloved name with deep roots

A beloved name with deep roots

Meaning 'flowering' or 'flourishing'

English-speaking countries

youthful; youthful one; youthful man

Ruler's strength

Derived from the name Stanislaus, meaning 'one who is established' or 'to stand firm'.

Noble child, child of nobility

Variant of Maud, meaning 'mighty in battle'

Famous throughout the land

An invented name, possibly related to Elias, meaning 'Yahweh is my God'.

The name is believed to be a modern creation, deriving from various linguistic influences.

Fair one; white wave

Derived from 'Eirene', meaning peace

famous, bright, or shining

A beloved name with deep roots

queen; empress; royal lady

English-speaking countries

A blend of Irma and Gene, means 'universal' and 'noble'.

Noble friend; from the old English 'Aelfwine'.

A beloved name with deep roots

Light or illumination

A beloved name with deep roots

Derived from 'vancille', a habitational name denoting a place of origin.

Possibly derived from 'warden', suggesting meanings such as guardian or protector.

noble strength; noble and strong

Innovatively created, possibly a combination of 'Ver' from Latin meaning 'green' and 'len' as a diminutive suffix.

Lion of the city

Diminutive of THOMAS.

English-speaking countries

The term Novice refers to someone who is new to a field or activity.

A modern feminine variation of Earl, meaning 'nobleman'