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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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

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

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

Faithful, loyal

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

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

Spanish-speaking countries

happy, fortunate

Native American

Native American

My earth, my ocean

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

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

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'

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

Idol, statue representation of a deity.

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

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.

Who is like God?

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

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

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

English-speaking countries

bright, clear, famous

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

one who is blessed

English-speaking countries

wealthy guardian

Sorrow and steadfastness.

contemplation; speculation; theory

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 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'.

ruler of the home

Light or illumination

brave as a bear

A beloved name with deep roots

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

serious or battle to the end

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

English-speaking countries

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

a combination of the names Bernice and Deanna

A beloved name with deep roots

English-speaking countries

Light; Shining light

fair, good, noble

Unique or invented name

English-speaking countries

God is gracious

harmonious, beautiful

Joyful child (和子)

imagination or image

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

A beloved name with deep roots

A variant of Geneva, which means 'juniper'

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

Bright, shining one

child of clarity

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

Feminine form of GLENN.

Alternate choice, derivative of 'Altermus' which signifies a new beginning or change

A modern name that likely blends elements from other names.

strong, healthy

English-speaking countries

a warrior class, symbolizing strength and honor

to console or comfort

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'

Spanish-speaking countries

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.

A beloved name with deep roots

brave as a bear

English-speaking countries

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

someone who is fragrant

A variant of the name Wilhelmina, meaning 'resolute protector'.

A beloved name with deep roots

a blend of 'Martha' and 'Doreen'

springlike, fresh

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

A variant of the name Estelle, stemming from the Latin 'stella' meaning star.

variant of Sally, derived from Sarah, meaning 'princess'

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

Thought to derive from the French name 'Aude' which means 'noble' or 'noble friend'.

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.

Eastern European countries

fortuitous or prosperous

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

noble; patrician

English-speaking countries

fourth daughter

A beloved name with deep roots

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

derived from the name 'Joretta', potentially a diminutive of 'Jorene', which is a variant of 'Jora', meaning 'to be a blessing'.

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