Popular Baby Names 1946

Classic names that peaked in 1946 — now making a comeback.

200 names858 girl385 boy

These 1946 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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Son of the king

A surname of English origin, meaning 'hard village'.

From the name of the French-born American naval officer Stephen Decatur, symbolizing bravery and honor.

lively, energetic

A modern variation influenced by the name Jamel, which is of Arabic origin meaning 'beautiful'.

Derived from the name Robert, meaning 'bright fame'.

famous ruler or wealthy

From the deer forest

A beloved name with deep roots

a form of 'Ange,' meaning messenger or angel.

Free man, strong man.

ruler's advisor

valley with a glen

Solemn or cool-headed

glory of the people

a variant of the Old English name Tild, meaning 'people's ruler'.

Rule with counsel

A surname of English origin, derived from the Old English 'leof', meaning 'dear' or 'beloved'.

bright or famous filled with brightness

from the land of the court

a variant of Gerald, meaning 'spear ruler'

a blend of names like Arlen and Lester, suggesting noble origin

Strong ruler, mighty power

resolute protector

Dark and proud.

Derived as a diminutive of Edward, meaning 'wealthy guardian'.

a variant of the name Jerris

wagon maker; one who builds carts

From the meadow near the river

a combination of Ray and 'nella', meaning 'counselor or protector'

from the thicket

God's promise; God's pledge

From the lake ford.

Strong as a boar

of uncertain origin; may be linked to 'Wilsey' as a place name.

God is gracious

Noble and adventurous

Variant of Shirley, meaning 'bright clearing' or 'bright meadow'

Cold stream or river

Noble and ready; prepared for battle

little 'round' one or small circle

Thunder mountain

son of the servant of the church

From the land of the roe deer

to give, to present

Variant of Charles, meaning 'free man'.

God is gracious

Possibly an elaboration of the name 'Elanor,' meaning 'sun star'.

Diminutive of LAURENCE (1). A notable bearer is former basketball player Larry Bird (1956-).

A surname turned first name, originating from a place name meaning 'the dwelling near the Tazewell River'

a form of Gerald, meaning 'ruler with a spear'

God is gracious

Variation of the name 'Vann' or 'Vance'; often meaning 'from the marsh'.

Broom clearing or meadow near the broom

The name Onzie is believed to be a variation of the name Onzie and is often seen as a modern or unique name without a sp

God is my judge

A meaningful name with English roots

Crowned with laurel

fort by the Teda river

free man, strong.

a variant of 'Levan'

A beloved name with deep roots

to pierce the veil or to break through

A valley or river valley

From the Daveney estate

From the fern meadow

From the high hill

A beloved name with deep roots

Short form of MICHAEL.

song or poem of joy

Derived from the name Daryl, meaning 'beloved' or 'dearly loved'.

Light, clear, bright.

A beloved name with deep roots

keeper of the yard, protector

Wealthy or prosperous

Distinctive or renowned

Variant of Duane, meaning 'swarthy or dark'.

from the oak grove

An invented variation of the word ‘prince’, often symbolizing nobility and royalty.

derived from the combination of 'red' and the suffix '-ell', suggesting 'little red one'.

One who is free

flute, musical instrument

Spanish and Portuguese form of ONUPHRIUS.

from the town of Beldon

God is my judge

A name associated with a shepherd or pastoral themes.

From the Greek origin meaning 'sacred' or 'hallowed'

The one who is dark-skinned or Moorish.

[Old Church Slavic]

Old Slavic form of THOMAS.

A beloved name with deep roots

A beloved name with deep roots

linden tree hill

meaning 'joyful' or 'rejoicer'

from Laurentum, a place of honor

derived from the name 'Dennis', meaning 'follower of Dionysius'

A strong with a spear, derived from the name Gerald.

A name meaning 'bell' in Korean

שָׁרוֹן, meaning 'a plain' or 'a song'

peaceful pledge

Strong with a spear

from the Latin 'presidens', meaning 'president' or 'to preside'

Bearer of Christ

A beloved name with deep roots

Derived from Henri, meaning 'ruler of the household'.

Brave as a lion

Italian, Spanish

The one who is loved; a place of love