Popular Baby Names 1930

Classic names that peaked in 1930 — now making a comeback.

200 names926 girl634 boy

These 1930 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

resolute protector

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).

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

Spanish-speaking countries

Derived from Arlo, meaning fortified hill

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

Combination of Betty and Lou

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

Spanish-speaking countries

happy, fortunate

A variant of the name Magdalen, which means 'of Magdala'.

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 variant of 'Imogen,' meaning maiden

A beloved name with deep roots

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

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

From Delphi, a reference to the ancient Greek site.

English-speaking countries

Prosperous in war

Idol, statue representation of a deity.

Brave and cherished.

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

derived from the Greek word 'ἀλήθεια' meaning 'truth'.

From the marsh valley

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

English-speaking countries

Derived from the word 'lever' which means 'to lift up'.

Who is like God?

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

God is my oath.

French feminine form of MARCELLINUS.

English-speaking countries

Brilliant, radiant

Leafy; green bough.

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

Slavic countries

bright or famous one

from Rome or Roman origin

pure; a name associated with life and resurrection; or the Hebrew word 'אתי' meaning 'to me'.

Native American

a woman of the woods

grace, favor and a combination of Anna and Lynn.

{language: Unknown, meaning: Possibly derived from various cultures, potentially a variation of Ilana which means 'tree'

English-speaking countries

bright, clear, famous

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

English-speaking countries

bearer of good news

one who is blessed

English-speaking countries

wealthy guardian

lovely or beautiful girl

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

Derived from 'Eulalia', meaning sweet speaking or well-spoken

English-speaking countries

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

ruler of the home

brave as a bear

a variant of the name Donata, meaning 'given' or 'gifted'.

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'.

a combination of the names Bernice and Deanna

A beloved name with deep roots

English-speaking countries

Light; Shining light

Hebrew-speaking countries

friend; companion

fair, good, noble

Unique or invented name

English-speaking countries

God is gracious

imagination or image

English-speaking countries

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

Son of the valley.

Spanish-speaking countries

from the land of the Gaels

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

A beloved name with deep roots

A beloved name with deep roots

freedom or liberty

A variant of Geneva, which means 'juniper'

compassionate friend; derived from Ruth

Possibly derived from the name Arveta, connoting the meaning of 'noble' or 'precious'.

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.

Flowing, or to flow

Welsh origin; variation of the name 'Juanita'

strong, healthy

A beloved name with deep roots

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

A beloved name with deep roots

Derived from the name 'Lourdes', meaning 'from the mountain' or 'the one who is from the place of the Virgin Mary'

Dutch-speaking countries

brave as a bear

English-speaking countries

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

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

A diminutive or variation of the name Earl, meaning 'nobleman' or 'warrior'.

A beloved name with deep roots

a blend of 'Martha' and 'Doreen'

springlike, fresh

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

Gift; Variant of Dorothy, meaning 'gift of God'

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 Earl, meaning 'nobleman'.

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'.

Diminutive of BRIDGET.

Blossoming, flourishing

A beloved name with deep roots

to rise, elevate

Meaning 'farewell' or 'goodbye'.

fortuitous or prosperous

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

noble; patrician

Variant of Geraldine; Ruler with a spear

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'

Combination of MARIA and ANNA. It has been confused with the Roman name MARIANA to the point that it is no longer easy to separate the two forms. It is sometimes also used as a Latinized form of MARIAMNE.