Popular Baby Names 1965

Classic names that peaked in 1965 — now making a comeback.

200 names1655 girl688 boy

These 1965 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

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

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

Thunder or rocky hill.

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'.

Sorrowful, wailing

derived from Theresa, meaning 'harvester'

A variant of Yolanda, which means violet flower

A beloved name with deep roots

From the laurel tree

belonging to the god of the sea

To flourish or grow

Derived from Teresa, meaning 'to harvest'.

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

light, bright, shining

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

Rounded or a circle

the one who is gracious

A beloved name with deep roots

A sacred bird; associated with wisdom and writing

A form of love or beauty

Derived from Old Norse 'ulfr,' meaning wolf.

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

defender of mankind

a variant of Michelle

A modern form of Desiree, meaning 'desired'.

lord of the gods, ruler of the heaven

Fair, alive or lake

servant of the king

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

American English

defender, warrior

Ruler of the people

A beloved name with deep roots

A variant form of Yolanda, meaning 'violet flower'

who is like God

Slavic countries

Harvester, Reaper

American English

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

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

peaceful traveler

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'.

one who is liberated, the god of the moon

Wonder / miracle

combination of Maria and Graciela

A variant of Phyllis, meaning 'foliage' or 'greenery'

House of council

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 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.

Variant of Christine, meaning 'follower of Christ'

A combination of 'Jill' and 'Ann', often associated with youthful and cheerful qualities.

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

a theatrical exhibition

God is gracious (Jane) + grace (Ann)

Laura, meaning laurel or bay tree

little will, resolute protector

the French woman

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

Derived from the name Phoebe, meaning 'radiant' or 'bright'

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

Derived from 'laurel' implying 'sweet bay tree'

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

girl, young woman

Advisor, counsel

A beloved name with deep roots