Popular Baby Names 1970

Classic names that peaked in 1970 — now making a comeback.

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These 1970 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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Dark-skinned or black.

Latin-speaking countries

Who is like God?

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).

unique, original

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.

Light; brightness

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

Spanish-speaking countries

Meaning 'little cellar' or 'tavern'.

Possessing qualities of a goddess; a name associated with wealth and prosperity.

Variation of Keshia, possibly meaning 'pure'.

A blend of the names Chela and Lena

white phantom; fair one

A creative blend of the names Jer and Rhonda.

warmth, affection

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

English-speaking countries

Victory of the people

Slavic Countries

English-speaking countries

Contracted form of CĂTĂLINA.

Shauntrell is considered a modern American name, likely derived from a blend of elements of names such as 'Shauna' and 'Michelle.'

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'.

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.'

Spanish-speaking countries

A variant of 'Martha', which signifies 'Lady' or 'Mistress of the House'.

English-speaking countries

Variant of Denise, meaning 'follower of Dionysius'.

Means 'the one who brings joy'.

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

A modern variation of Tiffany.

Palm tree; one who is strong and victorious.

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

Goddess of the earth

Defender of mankind.; Protector.

Swahili-speaking regions

Sweet, loved, beloved

A name derived from the French word 'charme' meaning 'charm'.

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

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

light, illuminating

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

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

Sweet and pleasant; Dear one

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

A fruit name derived from the tangerine orange.

little rose; derived from the name Rochelle

Derived from Trinity, the concept of threefold nature.

Derived from 'contra' meaning against

bringer of good news

a combination of La and Tonjia

From the land of laurel; crowned with laurel

French-speaking countries

god is gracious

Free woman or strong.

A combination of De- and Sandra, which could mean defender of mankind

she who is loved, one who is cherished

A modern blend of names

gift; famous, outstanding

little Mary or beloved,

Short form of TRENDAFILKA.

God is gracious

English-speaking countries

Buffey is a diminutive or affectionate form of the name 'Buffy,' relating to a friendly or cheerful demeanor.

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

Combination of Ty and Lina, suggesting a delicate or lovely aspect

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

Dew, or the beginning of something fresh.

A variation of the name Deirdre.

Combination of La and Sheila

God is gracious

A beloved name with deep roots

Can mean 'three' in a diminutive form (from 'tres').; Invented name, possibly a variation of 'Trina'.

gift; the one who is a muse

Pacific Islands

Beautiful or lovely

a variant of the name 'Theodora', meaning 'gift of God'

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

victory of the people

A variation of Tanya, meaning 'fairy princess'

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'.

pure; a variation of Katherine, meaning 'pure'.

a modern invented name without a specific traditional meaning.

A variant of the name Dondra

A beloved name with deep roots

Latin countries

She who brings happiness

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'.

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

Lily; שׁוּשַׁנָּה (Shushanah): Lily

light, pleasant

Blend of Cher and Rhonda

follower of Demeter

to be fair; beautiful

A derivative of Stacy, meaning 'resurrection'.

Tiān) - heaven, sky

female traveler

Modern invented name

Derived from James; supplanter

The light of dawn

Variant of Véronique, meaning 'true image'

one who brings joy

The name Marilia has been associated with the sea and means 'of the sea.'

A modern name possibly derived from the combination of 'La' and 'Sharn', suggesting nobility and grace.

A variant of the name Jeanine, meaning 'God is gracious'.

A sacred song or a song of devotion; often associated with the Bhagavad Gita.

Goddess of Prosperity

gracious, merciful

Possibly a modern combining of 'Shu-' (a prefix in many African American names) and 'Wanda,' meaning 'wanderer'.

a blend of 'Heather', a flowering plant, and 'Lyn', meaning 'lake'

a modern alteration of the name 'Keisha'

One who is memorable; a cherished person.

a derivative of 'atelia', meaning 'completion' or 'perfection'

Variant of Kimberly, meaning 'from the meadow of the royal fortress.'