Popular Baby Names 1929

Classic names that peaked in 1929 — now making a comeback.

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These 1929 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

God is gracious

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

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.

French diminutive of LÉON. A notable bearer is Argentine soccer star Lionel Messi (1987-).

English-speaking countries

A beloved name with deep roots

Lady; a combination of Donna (lady) and Belle (beautiful)

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

Beautiful fortress

light, beautiful, or fairy maiden

English-speaking countries

Nativity, birth

wealthy guardian

Italian form of CONSTANS.

Possibly derived from 'Ira', meaning watchful, and 'Etha', meaning strength.

Faithful, loyal

to be fruitful or productive

A beloved name with deep roots

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

a form of Madeleine, meaning high tower or elevated place

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'.

A diminutive form of Frances, meaning 'free one'.

guardian of the people

Spanish-speaking countries

happy, fortunate

Native American

Native American

My earth, my ocean

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

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.

Short form of DONALD.

A modern combination of 'John' and a feminine suffix.

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

English-speaking countries

a fortified hill

Italian; Spanish

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'

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

Idol, statue representation of a deity.

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.

Town by the hillside

Scottish Gaelic

Of sorrows or grief.; Variant of Dolores, which refers to the Virgin Mary and her sorrows.

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.'

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

Slavic countries

bright or famous one

English-speaking countries

from Rome or Roman origin

Of the dark, hidden places

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

Noble and ready

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

to establish or to settle

English-speaking countries

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

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

English-speaking countries

meadow far away; a blend of 'fern' and 'lee'.

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).

a blend of 'Wanda' and 'Ethel'; wanderer

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.

contemplation; speculation; theory

Meaning 'flowering' or 'flourishing'

English-speaking countries

youthful; youthful one; youthful man

Ruler's strength

Brave lion; Lion-hearted

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

famous, bright, or shining

Derived from the name Janice, which is a feminine form of John, meaning 'God is gracious'.

a strong and brave warrior

A beloved name with deep roots

queen; empress; royal lady

English-speaking countries

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

A beloved name with deep roots

ruler of the home

Light or illumination

brave as a bear

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.

serious or battle to the end

Lion of the city

Derived from the name Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath'.

Diminutive of THOMAS.