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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English-speaking countries

A beloved name with deep roots

French feminine form of Romanus (see ROMAN).

a strong one; a warrior

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

light, beautiful, or fairy maiden

Nativity, birth

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'.

Native American

Native American

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

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

Glorious, renowned

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

A beloved name with deep roots

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

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

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

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.

Who is like God?

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

Brave and daring

French feminine form of MARCELLINUS.

a songbird or nightingale

possibly a modern or invented name

English-speaking countries

Brilliant, radiant

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

Slavic countries

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

bright or famous one

from Rome or Roman origin

Native American

a woman of the woods

blessed, fortunate

grace, favor and a combination of Anna and Lynn.

Diminutive or variation of the name Darth

A beloved name with deep roots

English-speaking countries

bright, clear, famous

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

Spanish-speaking countries

A beloved name with deep roots

A beloved name with deep roots

Noble child, child of nobility

Variant of Maud, meaning 'mighty in battle'

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

Fair one; white wave

Derived from 'Eirene', meaning peace

A beloved name with deep roots

queen; empress; royal lady

English-speaking countries

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

Light or illumination

A beloved name with deep roots

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.

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'

a combination of the names Bernice and Deanna

Glory, fame, renown

A beloved name with deep roots

English-speaking countries

Life; to be wished for; Responder

Light; Shining light

fair, good, noble

Unique or invented name

English-speaking countries

God is gracious

harmonious, beautiful

farmer, earthworker

Joyful child (和子)

A modern blend of names, possibly influenced by 'Lauren' or 'Lara'.

Modern variant of 'Maud'

A name derived from the Latin word for 'pleasant' or 'delightful'

Son of the valley.

Derived from Wilda, meaning 'wild' or 'untamed'.

peaceful; noble

Spanish-speaking countries

from the land of the Gaels

A form of Colette or Nicole, meaning 'victorious'.

A name derived from 'Alolua,' meaning 'a place of abundance'

A beloved name with deep roots

Noble or strong

A variant of Geneva, which means 'juniper'

a blend name, possibly inspired by variants of names such as Oksana, or from omens and symbols.

May refer to 'little maiden' or 'girl'.

Bright, shining one

child of clarity

Derived from Lucille, meaning 'light' or 'illumination'.

From the fern meadow

Variant of LAVERNE.

strong, healthy

follower of Dionysus

From the ancient Greek name Δωρις (Doris) which meant "Dorian woman". The Dorians were a Greek tribe who occupied the Peloponnese starting in the 12th century BC.

Derived from Magdalen, meaning 'of Magdala' or 'tower'

Feminine form of RAMÓN. It was popularized in the English-speaking world by Helen Hunt Jackson's novel 'Ramona' (1884), as well as several subsequent movies based on the book.

Noble, bright; the radiant one.

A beloved name with deep roots

English-speaking countries

a form of the name Veronica, which means 'true image'

someone who is fragrant

A beloved name with deep roots

springlike, fresh

Derived from 'Lura', meaning cheerful or light-hearted

Derived from 'myrtle,' a plant that symbolizes love, beauty, and fertility

wonderful, marvelous

Derived from the name Leanne, with a prefix creating a unique twist.

The name Burdie is often seen as a diminutive of the name 'Birdie', which itself can imply something that is lively and

A modern feminine name possibly derived from a combination of 'Mel' (honey) and 'ma' (mother), giving a sense of sweetne

Diminutive of BRIDGET.

Blossoming, flourishing

A name derived from a term meaning 'myrtle', a symbol of love and beauty.

new or youthful

Meaning 'farewell' or 'goodbye'.

From the valley.

The name can be interpreted as a variation of 'May' (the month) plus the diminutive suffix '-dee', suggesting a meaning associated with spring or growth.

Eastern European countries

fortuitous or prosperous

derived from the name 'Leroy', meaning 'the king'

A diminutive of the name William, meaning 'resolute protector'.

English-speaking countries

fourth daughter

A beloved name with deep roots

Spanish form of FELICITAS. It also means "happiness" in Spanish.

A unique or creative form of the name 'Alty' or 'Althea', which can mean 'healer'