Popular Baby Names 1968

Classic names that peaked in 1968 — now making a comeback.

200 names1953 girl771 boy

These 1968 names are having a revival — vintage names often cycle back into popularity after 80–100 years. Many of these are trending upward right now.

All Names Girl Names (1953)Boy Names (771)

[Greek Mythology]

From the Semitic Adonai, which means "lord". In Greek myth Adonis was a handsome young shepherd killed while hunting a wild boar. The anemone flower is said to have sprung from his blood.

Hebrew-speaking countries

English-speaking countries

from the meadow of the Royal Fortress

Italian form of Angelus (see ANGEL).

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

Latin-speaking countries

Who is like God?

Anglicized form of SEÁN.

Medieval Spanish form of CARMEL influenced by the Latin word carmen "song". This was the name of the main character in George Bizet's opera 'Carmen' (1875).

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

English-speaking countries

Divinely peaceful

Means "Greece" in Hebrew, possibly related to ION (2). In the Old Testament this is the name of a grandson of Noah and the ancestor of the Greek peoples.

A blend of Chris and Sandra, commonly interpreted as 'bearer of Christ' or 'helper of humanity'

Pure or chaste; a variant of the name Kathleen.

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

happy; fortunate

English-speaking countries

a place of the brave

Derived from the name Candace, meaning 'queen mother'

God is my judge; the female version of Daniel

ewe; little lamb

A beloved name with deep roots

From the tall area; The one who is pure

Slavic countries

a variant of the name Lala or a name associated with playfulness

English-speaking countries

Follower of Dionysius

handsome, born of fire

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

A creative blend of the names Jer and Rhonda.

Slavic Countries

English-speaking countries

Hebrew-speaking countries

The name means 'God is my leader'.

A blend of Rani and Vanessa, meaning 'queen' and 'butterfly'

Modern invented name with no traditional meaning

A variant of Tracy, often interpreted as 'fighter' or 'warlike'.

Oak tree; A person who is gentle and nurturing

Strong as a wolf

A form of the name 'Gail', meaning 'joyful' or 'cheerful'.; Variant of 'Galen', meaning 'calm' or 'healer'.

The name 'Tangier' is derived from the name of the city in Morocco, known for its historical significance and cultural blend.

variant of the name Davina, meaning 'beloved'

friend; comrade

English-speaking countries

Variant of Denise, meaning 'follower of Dionysius'.

The season of autumn

Means 'the one who brings joy'.

a variant of Lynette, which means 'lake'

Germanic name composed of the elements Angil, the name of a Germanic tribe known in English as the Angles, and beraht "bright". Saint Engelbert was a 13th-century archbishop of Cologne murdered by assassins.

Possibly an invented name based on 'LaVaughn' or similar sounding names.

a variant of 'Rachael', meaning 'ewe' or 'female sheep'

A modern variation of Tiffany.

Palm tree; one who is strong and victorious.

God makes a way

A beloved name with deep roots

Goddess of the earth

The name is derived from the word 'dín', meaning 'fortress'.

English-speaking countries

Derived from the word 'charm'.

a kind, gracious heart

belonging to the god of the sea

To flourish or grow

derived from the Latin word 'celicia', associated with the meaning 'heavenly'.

the sheaf of grain, a form of the name Raymond

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

A variation of Deanna, meaning 'divine' or 'heavenly'.

possibly derived from 'shell' or as a variation of 'Michelle', meaning 'who is like God?'

Spanish-speaking countries

Derived from the name 'Cabrini', which means 'goat herder'.

light, bright, shining

Peaceful traveler

A variation of the name Michelle, meaning 'who is like God?'

Sweet and pleasant; Dear one

God is my strength); God is my strength

Rounded or a circle

Italian form of HYACINTHUS.

the one who is gracious

Derived from Old Norse 'ulfr,' meaning wolf.

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

Derived from 'Konrad', meaning 'bold advisor'.

Derived from 'contra' meaning against

bringer of good news

a combination of La and Tonjia

Means "sun" in Sanskrit. Ravi is a Hindu god of the sun, sometimes equated with Surya. A famous bearer was the musician Ravi Shankar (1920-2012).

defender of mankind

brown or dark; of Adria

Free woman or strong.

Irish-speaking countries

servant of the king

A modern blend of names

little Mary or beloved,

a variant of the name Arne, meaning 'eagle'

English-speaking nations

who is like God

Bearer of good news; Derived from the name Evangelina, meaning springing up or bringing good news

God is gracious

Variant spelling of Kevin, meaning 'handsome' or 'gentle'

Variation of 'Dawn', symbolizing the beginning of a new day.

A diminutive or variation of the name 'Polly', which originally is derived from 'Molly', meaning 'sea of bitterness' or 'star of the sea'.

God is gracious

From the court or courtyard

a blend of Tina and Antoinette

Derived from the name 'Cameron', meaning 'crooked nose'.

Goddess; precious.

happy or fortunate

to connect, to tie together

a modern feminization of the name James

A beloved name with deep roots

a modern name likely derived from the name Tanis, meaning 'the city of the gods'.

A variation of the name Deirdre.

Combination of La and Sheila

Ruler of the people

God is gracious

A beloved name with deep roots

gift; the one who is a muse

Pacific Islands

Diminutive of Josephine, related to 'God will add'.

Victory of the people; Victory

A derivative of 'Geneva', meaning 'juniper tree'.

English-speaking countries

Charming or delightful

French-speaking countries

A spring flower or a prosperous soul; Brave, fearless

Amiable, horse lover

A variant of the name Dondra

peaceful traveler

A beloved name with deep roots

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

English-speaking countries

a type of fabric

He brings the gift

one who is liberated, the god of the moon

A modern derivative of the name 'Lacy', meaning 'from Lacy's place'

American English

Spanish-speaking countries

combination of Maria and Graciela

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

From Japanese 優 (yu) meaning "gentleness, lithe, superior" and 子 (ko) meaning "child", as well as other combinations of kanji.

female form of the name Daniel

ruler of the people

God is gracious

light, pleasant

Blend of Cher and Rhonda

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

Hebrew-speaking countries

the gift of God

A beloved name with deep roots

quiet, peaceful, or calm

Variant of Christine, meaning 'follower of Christ'

Mary from the land of Lanas