Popular Baby Names 1948

Classic names that peaked in 1948 — now making a comeback.

200 names928 girl414 boy

These 1948 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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Crown or Garland

Scandinavian, Dutch, French and Armenian form of REUBEN. This was the name of an 11th-century Armenian ruler of Cilicia.

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

lively, energetic

The name Esiquio is derived from the Greek name 'Ezekiel,' meaning 'God strengthens.'

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

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

A place in the valley.

English-speaking countries

YHWH has given.

Free man, strong man.

Derived from a diminutive of 'boy'

To free or liberate

YHWH is exalted

glory of the people

Variant of PHILIP, inspired by the usual spelling of the surname.

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

from the meadow

Usual English, German and Dutch form of DENIS.

bright or famous filled with brightness

English-speaking countries

ford by the creek

from the land of the court

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

From the Eagle land

Strong ruler, mighty power

resolute protector

To leap or jump

English-speaking countries

a variant of Ernest, meaning 'serious' or 'resolute'.

Dark and proud.

English-speaking countries

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

God is my judge

Of the land of the ferns

From the land of the kings.

wagon maker; one who builds carts

From the meadow near the river

English-speaking countries

Dweller by the stream

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

English-speaking countries

Who is like God?

from the thicket

Strong as a boar

Who is like God?

English-speaking countries

To read or one who reads.

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

Short form of LEONARD.

From the dark ridge.

God is gracious

Diminutive form of 'Bernadette', meaning 'brave as a bear'

Variant of Lerman, which means a farmer or one who works the land

Noble and adventurous

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

English-speaking countries

To gather or harvest, especially in the context of collecting leftover crops after a harvest.

Cold stream or river

Ruler of the household.; Ruler of the home.

Born from the bayou

Short form of CASSANDRA, CASSIDY, and other names beginning with Cass.

Noble and ready; prepared for battle

Land clearing or meadow

Derived from a combination of 'Ver' and 'Lynn', symbolizing truth and a lake or waterfall.

French-speaking countries

little 'round' one or small circle

Thunder mountain

son of the servant of the church

English-speaking countries

From the land of the roe deer

Stylish or fashionable

English-speaking countries

Variant of Charles, meaning 'free man'.

The name is a combination of 'Joe', a diminutive of 'Joseph', and 'Jonathan', which means 'God has given'.

Derived from the Hebrew name 'Hoshia', meaning 'salvation'.

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'

Greek-speaking countries

meaning 'the one who comes from the land of the gods'; related to the land and nature

God is gracious

English-speaking countries

brave protector

From the hedged enclosure

from the Latin 'Cyrillus', which means lordly or masterful

French-speaking countries

Strong, enduring

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

Broom clearing or meadow near the broom

One who is industrious and hardworking

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

A meaningful name with English roots

A place of water; reference to a stream or lake

English-speaking countries

fort by the Teda river

English-speaking countries

a variant of 'Levan'

A form of the name Deirdre

English-speaking countries

A valley or river valley

From the Daveney estate

A beloved name with deep roots

Blacksmith; metal worker

Short form of MICHAEL.

from Laurentum, a place of laurel trees

ruler of the people

English-speaking countries

English-speaking countries

song or poem of joy

Spanish-speaking countries

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

Derived from Old English, meaning 'from the thorny hill'

English-speaking countries

A beloved name with deep roots

Variation of 'Dwayne', possibly from Irish meaning 'dark'

keeper of the yard, protector

A variation of the name 'Quoit', referring to a flat circular object used in games.

Wealthy or prosperous

Distinctive or renowned

The month of March, often symbolizes rebirth

Ascension; to elevate; to rise

A variant of Lawrence, derived from the Latin 'Laurentius', which means 'from Laurentum'

English-speaking countries

From Laurentum; laurel or sweet bay tree

English-speaking countries

from Pons, a town

A surname meaning 'one who lives by the pit' or 'pit-dweller', derived from Old English.

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

One who is free

a variant of Rainbow

derived from 'Stanley', meaning 'stone clearing' or 'meadow'.

From the Lenwood valley

A variant of the name Evan, derived from the Welsh name 'Iefan', meaning 'God is gracious'.

from the town of Beldon

A variant of the name 'Mardy', which can mean a young person or child.

Scottish Gaelic

A name associated with a shepherd or pastoral themes.

Linden tree hill

Mild or tender in character; not harsh or severe.

payment; reward

a person who looks after or takes care of bucks (male deer)

A modern variation, possibly derived from the name Harry.

The one who is dark-skinned or Moorish.

A beloved name with deep roots

Derived from 'Rudolph', which means 'famous wolf'.

English-speaking countries

meaning 'joyful' or 'rejoicer'

a variation of the name Clement, meaning 'merciful' or 'gentle'

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

from the thorny bush

Counselor wolf; Advisor to the wolf

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

A name meaning 'bell' in Korean

happy, fortunate

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

derived from a place name, potentially meaning 'linden tree valley'

English-speaking countries

clay, or a form of earth

a variation of Kenneth, meaning 'handsome' or 'born of fire'

Latin-speaking countries

To be strong; to be healthy

A beloved name with deep roots