Popular Baby Names 1964

Classic names that peaked in 1964 — now making a comeback.

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These 1964 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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from the meadow of the Royal Fortress

Laurel tree or bay tree

derived from André, meaning 'manly' or 'brave'

a diminutive form of Nicole, meaning 'victory of the people'

Divinely peaceful

derived from the name Delicia, meaning delight or pleasure

A blend of Carla and Lisa, meaning 'free woman' and 'God's promise' respectively.

Derived from the name Candace, meaning 'queen mother'

fame; bright; radiant

A beloved name with deep roots

Lavale appears to be a modern American variation of the name 'LaValle', meaning 'the valley'.

small or little

Possibly derived from the surname Kimber, originally meaning 'from the royal fortress'.

a type of grain or corn

a modern name, typically used as a coined term with no specific meaning

Thunder or rocky hill.

Vigilant, Watchful

little gray one

God is gracious, combined form of Jean and Marie

variant of the name Davina, meaning 'beloved'

a name that is often associated with 'a light' or 'a burning one'.

a variant of Lynette, which means 'lake'

Derived from the name 'Marcellus', meaning 'little warrior'.

A form of 'Penny', which is a diminutive of 'Penelope', meaning 'weaver'.

Sorrowful, wailing

derived from Theresa, meaning 'harvester'

A variant of Yolanda, which means violet flower

A combination of 'Antoine' and 'Antoinette', meaning 'priceless' or 'invaluable'

A beloved name with deep roots

From the laurel tree

belonging to the god of the sea

Derived from Teresa, meaning 'to harvest'.

A variation of the name Carla, which means 'free man' in Germanic languages.

A diminutive form that can derive from names like 'Pandora' or 'Pandita', often used as a cute or affectionate name.

light, bright, shining

Derived from 'Donald', meaning 'ruler of the world'

From the meadow's garden

A beloved name with deep roots

A sacred bird; associated with wisdom and writing

A form of love or beauty

A variant of the name 'Agena', potentially deriving from the Latin for 'young' or 'little'.

defender of mankind

who is like God

a diminutive form of the name Tamara; palm tree

a variant of Michelle

A modern form of Desiree, meaning 'desired'.

lord of the gods, ruler of the heaven

Fair, alive or lake

Who is like God?

A modern, blended name; possibly combining 'La' with 'Deanna'.

who is like God

The blessed one

A variation of the name 'Shelly', often related to the sea.

Maiden; pure; virgin

A beloved name with deep roots

mighty counselor

A beloved name with deep roots

American English

defender, warrior

A beloved name with deep roots

A variant form of Yolanda, meaning 'violet flower'

who is like God

Slavic countries

Harvester, Reaper

American English

possibly derived from Terese or Theresa, meaning 'harvester'

Derived from the name Teresa, often associated with the meaning 'harvester' or 'to reap'.

A variation of the name Felicia, meaning 'happy' or 'fortunate'.

lake, sea + beloved

A kind of flower; a type of flower known for its bright, colorful blooms.

A variant of the name Ginger, which refers to the spice known for its reddish color.

a type of fabric

A variant of the name Lauren, derived from the Latin 'laurus', which means 'laurel'.

A modern blend of Gayle and Lynn.

Wonder / miracle

A beloved name with deep roots

House of council

a variant of 'Géraldine' meaning 'ruler with a spear'

God is gracious

The place where the water comes.

from the land of the Latins

A play or a game; often implies something done for show or pretense

Derived form of Liza or Lisa, meaning 'God is my oath'

Derived from 'Mary' and 'Sue', meaning 'beloved' and 'lily' respectively.

a short form of Antonia, meaning 'priceless' or 'invaluable'.

A combination of 'Beth' meaning house and 'Anne' meaning grace.

Graceful and favor

Variant of Christine, meaning 'follower of Christ'

Diminutive of 'perle' meaning 'pearl'.

Derived from Timothy, meaning ‘honoring God’.

little brown one

A variation of Rhonda, associated with 'great queen' or 'goddess-like'

Signifiant 'je'

bread roll; little bread

God is gracious (Jane) + grace (Ann)

little will, resolute protector

the French woman

a feminine form of Clifton, which means 'town near a cliff'

Derived from a feminine form of 'Jode', meaning 'Jehovah has been gracious'

A variant of the name Siobhan, meaning 'God is gracious'

victorious, people of victory

from the meadow

triple, threefold

daughter of May

Derived from 'Loredana', meaning 'laurel'.

Derived from the name Vonda, often used as a creative variation

descendant of the warrior,

sea of bitterness

A beloved name with deep roots

The name is a variation of Tanita, which is often associated with the meaning 'fairy princess'.