Popular Baby Names 1931
Classic names that peaked in 1931 — now making a comeback.
200 names912 girl586 boy
These 1931 names are having a revival — vintage names often cycle back into popularity after 80–100 years. Many of these are trending upward right now.
Willa
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
resolute protector
#428 ↓
Merdice
GirlEnglish
sea of bitterness, rebelliousness
#500 →
Burnell
UnisexEnglish-speaking countries
A beloved name with deep roots
#501 →
Donnabell
GirlAmerican
Lady; a combination of Donna (lady) and Belle (beautiful)
#502 →
Wilta
GirlGermanic
determination, strength
#503 →
Doraine
GirlAmerican
gift from God
#507 →
Ygnacia
GirlSpain
Fiery
#507 →
Clotee
GirlAmerican
The name Clotee is believed to have been derived from the word 'cloak' or related to 'cloistered', suggesting something
#509 →
Ellawee
GirlAmerican
light, beautiful, or fairy maiden
#510 →
Willma
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
Resolute protector
#511 →
Arlita
GirlSpanish-speaking countries
Derived from Arlo, meaning fortified hill
#516 →
Coletha
GirlEnglish
victorious
#517 →
Ireatha
GirlEnglish
Possibly derived from 'Ira', meaning watchful, and 'Etha', meaning strength.
#517 →
Fedelia
GirlItaly
Faithful, loyal
#518 →
Elanda
GirlAmerican
a variant of 'Elaine', which is derived from the Old French form 'Helaine', meaning 'light' or 'torch'.
#521 →
Madene
GirlFrench
a form of Madeleine, meaning high tower or elevated place
#522 →
Bettylu
GirlAmerican
Combination of Betty and Lou
#525 →
Francille
GirlAmerican
A diminutive form of Frances, meaning 'free one'.
#525 →
Felisita
GirlSpanish-speaking countries
happy, fortunate
#529 →
Madgline
GirlAmerican
A variant of the name Magdalen, which means 'of Magdala'.
#533 →
Twilah
GirlAmerican
twilight
#534 →
Myrleen
GirlAmerican
My earth, my ocean
#536 →
Claranell
GirlAmerican
A combination of Clara and Nell, suggesting brightness and light.
#538 →
Ladora
GirlAmerican
Beloved
#538 →
Johnell
UnisexAmerican
A modern combination of 'John' and a feminine suffix.
#540 →
Imogean
GirlAmerican
A variant of 'Imogen,' meaning maiden
#542 →
Margy
GirlAmerican
Pearl
#544 →
Faydell
GirlEnglish
A beloved name with deep roots
#545 →
Beva
GirlAmerican
Bringer of joy
#546 →
Itsue
GirlJapan
a name often associated with 'delicate' or 'gentle'
#549 →
Delfa
GirlSpain
From Delphi, a reference to the ancient Greek site.
#551 →
Edieth
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
Prosperous in war
#552 →
Murtis
GirlIndia
Idol, statue representation of a deity.
#561 →
Merdie
GirlAmerican
Brave and cherished.
#563 →
Cloudia
GirlItaly
of the clouds
#569 →
Olethia
GirlGreece
derived from the Greek word 'ἀλήθεια' meaning 'truth'.
#569 →
Mardell
GirlAmerican
From the marsh valley
#570 →
Dolories
GirlSpanish
Of sorrows or grief.; Variant of Dolores, which refers to the Virgin Mary and her sorrows.
#572 →
Esperansa
GirlSpain
Hope
#575 →
Dorma
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
to sleep
#577 →
Leverda
GirlAmerican
Derived from the word 'lever' which means 'to lift up'.
#582 →
Mickelena
GirlItaly
Who is like God?
#582 →
Miladeen
GirlAmerican
gift of love
#584 →
Vermell
GirlSpain
Catalan
#584 →
Dolorse
GirlAmerican
A variant of Dolores, meaning 'sorrows' or 'pain' in Spanish, often associated with the Virgin Mary.'
#585 →
Bobbe
GirlAmerican
God is my oath.
#589 →
Marclene
GirlAmerican
Little warrior
#590 →
Verdelle
GirlAmerican
Green or young
#591 →
Relma
GirlEnglish
Dream
#593 →
Irona
GirlAmerican
Strong and brave
#597 →
Phyllis
GirlGreece
Leafy; green bough.
#600 →
Reber
GirlUSA
Reber is a surname and has no specific meaning as a first name.
#600 →
Veneda
GirlRussia
Slavic
#601 →
Earstine
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
noble, sacred
#605 →
Lovis
UnisexSweden
Famous warrior
#606 →
Flordia
GirlSpain
flower
#607 →
Jelene
GirlSlavic countries
Slavic
#607 →
Areta
GirlGreek
Excellence
#614 →
Clytia
GirlGreek
The one from Clytia
#618 →
Audine
GirlFrance
Little winged one; noble.
#619 →
Athie
GirlEnglish
pure; a name associated with life and resurrection; or the Hebrew word 'אתי' meaning 'to me'.
#622 →
Vernese
GirlAmerican
spring green
#622 →
Annalene
GirlDutch
grace, favor and a combination of Anna and Lynn.
#630 →
Ileta
GirlUnknown
{language: Unknown, meaning: Possibly derived from various cultures, potentially a variation of Ilana which means 'tree'
#631 →
Mauna
GirlAmerican
Hawaiian
#631 →
Nicanora
GirlGreece
Victory
#635 →
Socorro
GirlSpain
assistance
#636 →
Joyzelle
GirlEnglish
joyful, full of joy
#637 →
Claryce
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
bright, clear, famous
#638 →
Waunell
GirlAmerican
a blend of 'Wanda' and 'Ethel'; wanderer
#638 →
Dathel
GirlAmerican
From the obscure 'Dath'
#639 →
Evanjelina
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
bearer of good news
#639 →
Edwardine
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
wealthy guardian
#642 →
Pearline
GirlAmerican
from the pear tree
#643 →
Rhodora
GirlAmerican
Latin
#644 →
Clady
GirlAmerican
lovely or beautiful girl
#645 →
Grete
GirlGermanic
Pearl
#653 →
Barbro
GirlSweden
Foreigner
#656 →
Noris
UnisexSpain
of the North
#657 →
Maudra
GirlAmerican
Variant of Maud, meaning 'mighty in battle'
#661 →
Zelmadene
GirlAmerican
The name is believed to be a modern creation, deriving from various linguistic influences.
#663 →
Delrose
GirlAmerican
Of the rose
#666 →
Geneiva
GirlSwitzerland
Fair one; white wave
#668 →
Jaunice
GirlAmerican
Derived from the name Janice, which is a feminine form of John, meaning 'God is gracious'.
#671 →
Bertena
GirlAmerican
a strong and brave warrior
#673 →
Ethil
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
Noble, aristocratic
#675 →
Basilisa
GirlGreece
queen; empress; royal lady
#676 →
Euleta
GirlGreece
Derived from 'Eulalia', meaning sweet speaking or well-spoken
#676 →
Irmagene
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
A blend of Irma and Gene, means 'universal' and 'noble'.
#676 →
Enrica
GirlItaly
ruler of the home
#682 →
Bernardine
GirlFrance
brave as a bear
#683 →
Dorthy
GirlAmerican
gift of God
#683 →
Aleeta
GirlAmerican
noble
#684 →
Donzetta
GirlItaly
a variant of the name Donata, meaning 'given' or 'gifted'.
#684 →
Wardine
GirlAmerican
Possibly derived from 'warden', suggesting meanings such as guardian or protector.
#684 →
Ernestene
GirlAmerican
serious or battle to the end
#687 →
Orcella
GirlLatin
Little sea creature
#688 →
Bettey
GirlAmerican
Derived from the name Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath'.
#690 →
Minnia
GirlAmerican
love, affection; small, dainty
#694 →
Bernadean
GirlAmerican
a combination of the names Bernice and Deanna
#695 →
Lubov
GirlRussian
love
#695 →
Murline
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
sea or ocean
#697 →
Grethe
GirlDenmark
Pearl
#698 →
Nellia
GirlItaly
Light; Shining light
#699 →
Rutha
GirlHebrew-speaking countries
friend; companion
#700 →
Rozine
GirlArmenia
rose
#704 →
Bonell
GirlFrance
fair, good, noble
#705 →
Jeanettie
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
God is gracious
#709 →
Imagene
GirlAmerican
imagination or image
#713 →
Virga
GirlLatin
maiden
#713 →
Bettye
Girl[English]
Variant of BETTY.
#718 →
Dolorese
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
sorrow, pain
#719 →
Valjean
GirlFrance
Son of the valley.
#728 →
Waddie
UnisexAmerican
A beloved name with deep roots
#728 →
Crisanta
GirlSpanish-speaking countries
golden flower
#735 →
Argyle
UnisexScotland
from the land of the Gaels
#740 →
Coella
GirlAmerican
A form of Colette or Nicole, meaning 'victorious'.
#741 →
Duveen
GirlEnglish
A beloved name with deep roots
#745 →
Bearnice
GirlAmerican
A beloved name with deep roots
#750 →
Maralou
GirlUSA
Bitter
#751 →
Eluteria
GirlGreece
freedom or liberty
#753 →
Dona
GirlSpain
Variant of DONNA.
#754 →
Ertha
GirlUnited Kingdom
Earth
#757 →
Bernella
GirlItaly
bear as a gift
#759 →
Ruthine
GirlHebrew
compassionate friend; derived from Ruth
#762 →
norinne
GirlIreland
light, bright
#763 →
Arvetta
GirlAmerican
Possibly derived from the name Arveta, connoting the meaning of 'noble' or 'precious'.
#765 →
Dolline
GirlIreland
Dark haired
#765 →
Glenna
Girl[Scottish
Feminine form of GLENN.
#769 →
Altermease
GirlAmerican
Alternate choice, derivative of 'Altermus' which signifies a new beginning or change
#772 →
Jerralee
GirlAmerican
A modern name that likely blends elements from other names.
#775 →
Floydia
GirlAmerican
Flowing, or to flow
#776 →
Perilla
GirlLatin America
A name referencing a type of plant in the mint family.
#777 →
Melinee
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
Melinee is often regarded as a variation of Melanie, which means 'dark-skinned' or 'black'.; In the French context, it has been associated with sweetness and charm.
#778 →
Wannell
GirlAmerican
Welsh origin; variation of the name 'Juanita'
#778 →
Valoy
GirlSpain
strong, healthy
#780 →
Beverlee
GirlAmerican
beaver stream
#783 →
Norna
GirlScotland
Old Norse
#783 →
Dorthey
GirlAmerican
A beloved name with deep roots
#784 →
Naomia
GirlKenya
Pleasantness
#786 →
Bettsy
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
God is my oath
#789 →
Maratha
GirlIndia
a warrior class, symbolizing strength and honor
#789 →
Consuella
GirlSpain
to console or comfort
#790 →
Doris
GirlGreece
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.
#792 →
Dolorez
GirlSpanish-speaking countries
sorrow
#794 →
Liela
GirlLatvia
Latvian
#794 →
Omalee
GirlIndian
from the heart
#794 →
Jerolene
GirlAmerican
Derived from a combination of the names 'Jere' and 'Lene', traditionally seen as a feminine variant.
#797 →
Verdella
GirlAmerican
A beloved name with deep roots
#799 →
Drucella
GirlEnglish
A beloved name with deep roots
#803 →
Loreda
GirlAmerican
Derived from the name 'Lourdes', meaning 'from the mountain' or 'the one who is from the place of the Virgin Mary'
#803 →
Ive
UnisexDutch-speaking countries
Yew; archer
#804 →
Bernell
UnisexAmerican
brave as a bear
#805 →
Verian
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
a form of the name Veronica, which means 'true image'
#805 →
Wylodine
GirlAmerican
A variant of the name Wilhelmina, meaning 'resolute protector'.
#806 →
Earline
GirlAmerican
A diminutive or variation of the name Earl, meaning 'nobleman' or 'warrior'.
#807 →
Mardene
GirlAmerican
a blend of 'Martha' and 'Doreen'
#814 →
Luree
GirlAmerican
Derived from 'Lura', meaning cheerful or light-hearted
#815 →
Doretha
GirlAmerican
Gift; Variant of Dorothy, meaning 'gift of God'
#816 →
Estelee
GirlAmerican
A variant of the name Estelle, stemming from the Latin 'stella' meaning star.
#818 →
Sallee
GirlAmerican
variant of Sally, derived from Sarah, meaning 'princess'
#822 →
Jerldine
GirlAmerican
Lady of the spear
#825 →
Toleda
GirlSpain
the city name, likely of Visigoth origin
#828 →
Earlean
GirlAmerican
Derived from the name Earl, meaning 'nobleman'.
#829 →
Burdie
GirlAmerican
The name Burdie is often seen as a diminutive of the name 'Birdie', which itself can imply something that is lively and
#832 →
Glenice
GirlScottish
valley; glen
#832 →
Audean
GirlAmerican
Thought to derive from the French name 'Aude' which means 'noble' or 'noble friend'.
#835 →
Dorthula
GirlLatin
gift of God
#836 →
Gereline
GirlAmerican
A modern blend with no established meaning, possibly derived from Gertrude or Geraldine
#837 →
Tomasina
GirlItaly
Aramaic
#837 →
Florrine
GirlLatin
Blossoming, flourishing
#839 →
Cleoma
GirlGreek
Glory, fame.
#840 →
Lorice
GirlEnglish
A beloved name with deep roots
#840 →
Levella
GirlAmerican
to rise, elevate
#842 →
Rosenia
GirlItaly
Rose garden
#845 →
Beverle
GirlEnglish
Derived from the name of a town, meaning 'beaver stream'
#850 →
Gloriette
GirlFrance
little glory
#853 →
Lorrine
GirlFrance
from Lorraine
#857 →
Videll
UnisexUSA
A variant of the name Videl, often associated with life or vitality
#858 →
Lovern
UnisexAmerican
beloved one
#859 →
Uneeda
GirlAmerican
You Need A
#860 →
Eduviges
GirlSpain
rich in war
#862 →
Billie
UnisexAmerican
A diminutive of the name William, meaning 'resolute protector'.
#865 ↑
Garnieta
GirlAmerican
derived from the name Garnet, symbolizing the deep red gemstone
#865 →
Patsye
GirlAmerican
noble; patrician
#865 →
Geraleen
GirlAmerican
Variant of Geraldine; Ruler with a spear
#867 →
Geraldine
GirlAmerican
Spear ruler
#868 →
Arbutis
GirlEnglish
A beloved name with deep roots
#870 →
Joretta
GirlAmerican
derived from the name 'Joretta', potentially a diminutive of 'Jorene', which is a variant of 'Jora', meaning 'to be a blessing'.
#872 →
Elbira
GirlSpain
Joyful
#873 →
Altee
GirlUSA
A unique or creative form of the name 'Alty' or 'Althea', which can mean 'healer'
#874 →
Ardele
GirlEnglish-speaking countries
strong and noble
#874 →
Murleen
GirlAmerican
a variation of the Irish name Maire, which means 'star of the sea'.
#875 →
Welma
GirlAmerican
Germanic
#878 →
Neomia
GirlAmerican
New moon
#881 →
Elfriede
GirlGermanic
elf strength
#882 →
Lajune
GirlFrench
the moon
#882 →
Marianna
GirlItaly
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.
#885 ↓
Vaneta
GirlRomania
Gift from God
#885 →
Vicey
GirlAmerican
A beloved name with deep roots
#888 →