Popular Baby Names 1969

Classic names that peaked in 1969 — now making a comeback.

200 names2110 girl823 boy

These 1969 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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Short form of NICHOLAS (or sometimes NICODEMUS).

Italian form of Angelus (see ANGEL).

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).

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.

happy; fortunate

English-speaking countries

a place of the brave

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

handsome, born of fire

Variation of Keshia, possibly meaning 'pure'.

A creative blend of the names Jer and Rhonda.

warmth, affection

A derivative form of the name Andrea, meaning 'manly' or 'brave'

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'

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

A diminutive form adapted from Chelette, meaning 'little one' or 'young girl'.

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.

A variant of the name Camille, meaning 'a servant of the temple' or 'helper.'

friend; comrade

English-speaking countries

Variant of Denise, meaning 'follower of Dionysius'.

The season of autumn

Means 'the one who brings joy'.

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

the one who rules

a variant of Jodie, meaning 'praised' or 'God will increase'

Goddess of the earth

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

English-speaking countries

Derived from the word 'charm'.

Dark-haired or the one who comes from the dark.

A unique flower

a kind, gracious heart

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'.

Latin countries

A beloved name with deep roots

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

Spanish-speaking countries

light, illuminating

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

Peaceful traveler

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

Sweet and pleasant; Dear one

Bounty or generous

God is my strength); God is my strength

In Japanese, Temeko (てめこ) can imply 'talented child' or 'great growth'.

Rounded or a circle

Italian form of HYACINTHUS.

the one who is gracious

little rose; derived from the name Rochelle

Derived from Old Norse 'ulfr,' meaning wolf.

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).

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,

Short form of TRENDAFILKA.

a variant of the name Arne, meaning 'eagle'

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'.

The name can be associated with the Hebrew word for 'to sparkle'.

God is gracious

a blend of Tina and Antoinette

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

Goddess; precious.

happy or fortunate

to connect, to tie together

the Scotsman or from Scotland

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

Beautiful or lovely

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

Victory of the people; Victory

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

a form of LaShawn, meaning 'God is gracious'

English-speaking countries

Charming or delightful

French-speaking countries

English-speaking countries

Derived from 'Patrīcius', meaning 'noble' or 'noble birth'.

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

Latin countries

She who brings happiness

He brings the gift

Oneness (of God)

one who is liberated, the god of the moon

Heavenly or a derivative of the name Juana

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

A diminutive form of the name Twana, which can imply 'twin sister'.

American English

Derived from the Latin 'Laetitia', meaning 'joy' or 'happiness'.

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