Popular Baby Names 1939

Classic names that peaked in 1939 — now making a comeback.

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These 1939 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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French, German and Dutch form of ROSALIA. In the English-speaking this name received a boost after the release of the movie 'Rosalie' (1938), which was based on an earlier musical.

Born of fire; handsome.

bright, shining light

From the Greek name Φιλιππος (Philippos) which means "friend of horses", composed of the elements φιλος (philos) "friend, lover" and ‘ιππος (hippos) "horse".

Son of the farmer

one who is devoted to the Eucharist

Greater; larger

A beloved name with deep roots

A feminine form of the name Karel, meaning 'man' or 'free man'.

To arise; to be lifted up

A modern name that could be a combination of 'Vera' and 'Wiley', suggesting diverse influences.

Bright, clear; a variant of the name Clara.

A blend of 'Linda' (meaning beautiful) and '-ola' which may suggest a diminutive form.

descendant of Hind

A variant of the name Laurel, which is derived from the laurel tree, symbolizing victory and honor.

A variation of 'Norman', meaning northman or former Norseman.

a valley; a mystical place

A combination of the names Velma and Marie, typically signifying a noble or beloved woman.

Jocile is often considered a modern variation of the name Jocelyn, which has Old French origins meaning 'little goth'.

one who is from the valley

Judah's daughter

Life, Life-giving

Of Mary; beloved

Scandinavian countries

Variant of Charlotte, meaning 'free man'.

merciful, gentle

God is gracious

Ruler of the home

Eagle power or ruler

Native American

Native American

Descendant of Jer

from the willow farm

Valley of the glen

Dark-skinned or black

Form of Geraldine, Ruler with Spear

Bright and shining

From the linden tree hill

Derived from rose; a small rose

Derived from the word 'love', denoting affection and beauty.

farmer, earthworker

God will increase

A person who is full of life.

Noble strength; strong and brave

A beloved name with deep roots

guardian or protector

A variant of the name 'Alaric', meaning 'ruler of all'.

Lame; crippled; a feminine form of Claudius.

ruler's advisor

a combination of 'garland' and 'lean'

A beloved name with deep roots

Holly trees' place

Maelene is often interpreted as a variation of names like Madeline or Melinda, which generally convey the meaning 'high

God will increase

Great, venerable

A variation of Marlene, meaning 'from the sea' or 'star of the sea'

heir to the throne

A modern coinage, possibly derived from the word 'Wyvern'.

from the island clearing

derived from the name Ursella, meaning little bear

a prosperous protector

God is gracious

Foreign woman; stranger

A modern name possibly derived from the name Fern.

Ancient, venerable

Determined protector

Spanish form of BENEDICT. This name was borne by Mexican president Benito Juárez, and also by Benito Mussolini (who was named after Juárez), the fascist dictator of Italy during World War II.

A beloved name with deep roots

A beloved name with deep roots

God is gracious

A feminine form of Gerald, which means 'rules by the spear'.

laurel; victory

a derivative of 'Caesar', which means 'long-haired'

A variant of the name 'Searcy', originally a surname.

likely derived from names like 'Ronald' or 'Ronni', meaning 'ruler' or 'counsel'

a shepherd, a protector

A variant of Wanda, meaning 'wanderer' or 'shepherd' in Polish.

Variant of the name Cobin, possibly derived from 'cabin'

Swedish-speaking countries

A form of the name Linnea, referring to the twinflower.

glory or famous

A beloved name with deep roots

God is gracious

A combination of the names Nancy and Lee.

Princess, beloved

A feminine form of Thomas; meaning 'twin'

Marie: 'Of the sea' or 'bitter', Ann: 'grace'

a diminutive of the name Margherita, meaning 'daisy'

A variation of names like Colleen, meaning girl or young woman.

A beloved name with deep roots

sea of bitterness

derived from the Welsh name Tanwen, meaning 'white fire' or 'radiant'

little Ann; favor; grace.

One who reams, a tool used in shaping or enlarging holes.

Native American (Sioux)

to wake up, to rise

A name referring to a magpie.

Variant of Mabel, meaning 'lovable'

marshland, boggy land

Short form of PATRICK or PATRICIA. A famous bearer of this name was Pat Garrett (1850-1908), the sheriff who shot Billy the Kid.

Diminutive of WALTER or WALLACE.

the small river

A variation of 'Herminia', often interpreted as 'the one who belongs to Hermes'

A source of joy

derived from the name 'Linda', meaning 'beautiful'

Often interpreted as initials, commonly representing a person's first and last name.

a surname referring to someone from a specific locality or profession

he who is light

derived from the word 'blond', referring to an individual with light-colored hair

A variant of Daire

a variation of Maesie or Maisie, which means 'pearl'

From the term that refers to the southern United States, used by Daniel D. Emmett in his song Dixie in 1859.

From the valley of the green hill

A name from the Greek word 'phullon', meaning 'leaf'.

Cognate of Deana, meaning 'divine' or 'heavenly' in Latin.

ruler of the army