Popular Baby Names 1958

Classic names that peaked in 1958 — now making a comeback.

200 names1304 girl589 boy

These 1958 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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strength, valor

A beloved name with deep roots

Strong, valiant.

strange, foreign

possibly a feminine variant of 'Dare' or a name derived for its uniqueness

A beloved name with deep roots

combination of Perry and Ann

A combination of Vern and Vanessa

A variant of Kenneth, often associated with the meaning 'born of fire'.

lake, waterfall

A beloved name with deep roots

A combination of the names 'Lou' (from Louise) and 'Ann', leading to a modern feminine name.

derived from Cinderella

Jerrae does not have a defined meaning in traditional contexts and may be considered a modern invention or variation of

God is gracious

lover of horses

a variant of Alicia; noble

A beloved name with deep roots

diminutive of Cecilia

A variant of Tamara, meaning 'date palm'.

lime tree; tender

A short form of Charlotte or Cheryl, meaning 'free man' or 'petite'.

a form of the name 'Doris', meaning 'of the sea'

of illustrious lineage

From the meadow by the royal fortress.

chimera; mythological creature

a variant of Beverly, meaning 'from the beaver stream'

A variant of 'Teri', meaning 'Earth' or 'daughter of the earth'

free man; strong

A combination of Mary and Kay, often implying 'bitter' and 'pure'

a small hook or crook

derived from 'Alyosha', diminutive form of Alexei meaning 'defender' or 'helper'

Variant of the name Devin, meaning 'poet'

A variant of Denise, meaning 'follower of Dionysius'.

Noble; to shine.

A beloved name with deep roots

An animal known for its distinctive black and white stripes, symbolizing uniqueness and individualism.

Derived from 'Cynthia', meaning 'moon goddess'

The highly praiseworthy one.

Native American

A diminutive form of names such as Michelle or Chelsey; it can also be considered an independent name.

a variant of the name Gilda, meaning 'sacrifice'

a youthful person

the one who is dedicated to God

A nickname or diminutive form of names like Tamiko, meaning 'child of many virtues'.

Combination of 'My' and 'Linda'

rose; bright; shining light

from the valley

from Mount Kynthia

A diminutive of Cinderella, meaning little ashes.

शील - meaning 'conduct' or 'character'.

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

A beloved name with deep roots

a variant of the name Jay

A diminutive form of the name Shirley, meaning 'bright meadow'.

sea of bitterness

brave as a bear

Derived from 'Laurel', signifying 'victory' or 'honor'

Garden or orchard

Derived from a combination of 'lura' and 'enda', possibly referencing light and movement.

A beloved name with deep roots

A variant of 'Regina', meaning 'queen'.

a combination of Sheila and Ann

A modern feminine version of 'Kim', often linked to happiness and family.

A modern name, likely a variant of Lanette or Lani.

from the land of the Sin

Nobleman; patrician

a form of Jane, meaning 'God is gracious'

derives from 'van', meaning 'from' and related to place names.

The name Rondallyn combines elements meaning 'noble' and 'lake'.

A modern variant, potentially derived from 'Wanda', meaning 'wanderer'

little dark one

A form of the name Amanda or similar names

glow, brightness

elf counsel, wise counselor

Glen of the deer

A beloved name with deep roots

a blend of 'Terry' and 'Lynn', indicating strength and beauty

Gift or happy event

God is gracious

A variant of the name Coreen, meaning 'maiden' or 'young girl'.

variant of Leanne, meaning 'delicate' or 'weary'

Brave as a bear

strength; determination

a form of the name Yolanda, meaning 'violet flower'