Popular Baby Names 1971

Classic names that peaked in 1971 — now making a comeback.

200 names2476 girl1051 boy
These 1971 names are having a revival — vintage names often cycle back into popularity after 80–100 years. Many of these are trending upward right now.
Christopher
Boy
USA
From the Late Greek name Χριστοφορος (Christophoros) meaning "bearing CHRIST", derived from Χριστος (Christos) combined with φερω (phero) "to bear, to carry".
#55
Maria
Girl
Hebrew
Bitterness; sea of sorrow
#82
Melanie
Girl
Greece
Dark-skinned or black.
#130
Amy
Girl
French
beloved
#200
Eric
Boy
Scandinavian countries
eternal ruler
#227
Nico
Boy
Italy
Short form of NICHOLAS (or sometimes NICODEMUS).
#240
Erick
Boy
Germanic
Ever ruler
#302
Rebecca
Girl
Hebrew
to bind
#315
Brian
Boy
Ireland
noble, strong
#317
Niko
Boy
Japan
Finnish form of NICHOLAS, and a Croatian and Slovene short form of NIKOLA (1).
#320
Joaquin
Boy
Spanish
established by God; Yahweh has established
#335
Laura
Girl
Latin-speaking countries
laurel
#362
Mario
Boy
Italy
male, manly
#406
Donovan
Boy
Ireland
dark warrior
#468
Kelita
Girl
American
God's promise
#500
Vondale
Boy
American
From the valley
#500
Ladedra
Girl
American
unique, original
#501
Chrissandra
Girl
American
A blend of Chris and Sandra, commonly interpreted as 'bearer of Christ' or 'helper of humanity'
#502
Kathlena
Girl
American
Pure or chaste; a variant of the name Kathleen.
#502
Rochan
Girl
India
Light; brightness
#502
Felisia
Girl
Italy
happy; fortunate
#503
Karrianne
Girl
American
Pure.
#504
Schon
Boy
Germanic
Beautiful
#504
Urhonda
Girl
Unknown
unknown
#504
Bretta
Girl
English-speaking countries
a place of the brave
#505
Maritess
Girl
Philippines
a combination of María and Teresa
#505
Seeta
Girl
India
the furrow
#505
Tilena
Girl
American
Possibly a variation of Talina, meaning 'dew from heaven'
#505
Letica
Girl
Croatia
little lady
#506
Catinna
Girl
Italy
Italian
#507
Vanisa
Girl
American
From the tall area; The one who is pure
#507
Lalainia
Girl
American
a variant of the name Lala or a name associated with playfulness
#510
Cantina
Girl
Spanish-speaking countries
Meaning 'little cellar' or 'tavern'.
#511
Ehud
Boy
Israel
he is united
#511
Lesean
Boy
American
a modern variant of Leshan, possibly relating to 'gifted' or 'talented'
#511
Indria
Girl
Indonesian
Possessing qualities of a goddess; a name associated with wealth and prosperity.
#512
Kennith
Boy
USA
handsome, born of fire
#512
Keshea
Girl
American
Variation of Keshia, possibly meaning 'pure'.
#512
Taura
Girl
Latin
earth
#512
Elron
Boy
Hebrew
God is my light
#514
Stephennie
Girl
American
crown, garland
#515
Chelene
Girl
American
A blend of the names Chela and Lena
#516
Jennefer
Girl
American
white phantom; fair one
#516
Jerhonda
Girl
English
A creative blend of the names Jer and Rhonda.
#517
Lasalle
Boy
French
From the hall
#518
Latrisa
Girl
American
Cheerful
#518
Omaida
Girl
Arabic
warmth, affection
#518
Yolanda
Girl
Spain
Violet flower.
#518
Dandria
Girl
American
A derivative form of the name Andrea, meaning 'manly' or 'brave'
#519
Nickol
Girl
English-speaking countries
Victory of the people
#519
Tish
Girl
English
joyful
#520
Jennifer
Girl
English-speaking countries
Fair one
#521
Catina
Girl
[Romanian]
Contracted form of CĂTĂLINA.
#522
Shauntrell
Girl
American
Shauntrell is considered a modern American name, likely derived from a blend of elements of names such as 'Shauna' and 'Michelle.'
#522
Doel
Boy
Hebrew-speaking countries
The name means 'God is my leader'.
#524
Tobian
Boy
Hebrew
God is good
#524
Lameeka
Girl
Arabic
Born during the night
#525
Ranessa
Girl
USA
A blend of Rani and Vanessa, meaning 'queen' and 'butterfly'
#525
Tondra
Girl
American
Thunder
#525
Orlondo
Boy
Spanish
necesidad
#526
Tracine
Girl
American
A variant of Tracy, often interpreted as 'fighter' or 'warlike'.
#526
Chelette
Girl
French
A diminutive form adapted from Chelette, meaning 'little one' or 'young girl'.
#528
Tangier
Girl
Morocco
The name 'Tangier' is derived from the name of the city in Morocco, known for its historical significance and cultural blend.
#528
Urina
Girl
Latin
of the sea
#530
Carmille
Girl
France
A variant of the name Camille, meaning 'a servant of the temple' or 'helper.'
#531
Ketih
Boy
American
forest, wood
#531
Mirtha
Girl
Spanish-speaking countries
A variant of 'Martha', which signifies 'Lady' or 'Mistress of the House'.
#531
Lejuan
Boy
American
the young one
#532
Densie
Girl
American
Variant of Denise, meaning 'follower of Dionysius'.
#533
Anderea
Girl
American
A variant of the name Andrea, which means 'manly' or 'brave'.
#534
Hilberto
Boy
Spanish
Bright pledge
#534
Annjanette
Girl
American
Grace
#535
Sharad
Boy
India
The season of autumn
#535
Torya
Girl
American
victorious one
#535
Carlous
Boy
Latin countries
Karl - free man
#537
Shavella
Girl
American
Variant of names like Shavonne, which originates from 'God is gracious'
#537
Sherice
Girl
American
A modern variation of Sherry, often associated with sweetness or beloved.
#537
Engelbert
Boy
Germanic
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.
#539
Richael
Girl
English
a variant of 'Rachael', meaning 'ewe' or 'female sheep'
#539
Tiffni
Girl
American
A modern variation of Tiffany.
#539
Dartanyan
Boy
France
One who is adventurous or daring.
#540
Dianthe
Girl
Greece
divine flower
#541
Yatisha
Girl
India
Rich, Wealthy
#541
Aggeliki
Girl
Greece
Messenger; angelic
#542
Ginney
Girl
English
Pure
#542
Sheronne
Girl
English
de la vallée
#542
Teleshia
Girl
USA
Heavenly or divine
#542
Desa
Girl
Indonesia
village, home
#543
Tahna
Girl
American
A derived name, associated with the word 'gift'.
#545
Tamalia
Girl
Latin
Palm tree; one who is strong and victorious.
#545
Asela
Girl
Sri Lanka
Sinhalese
#546
Erubey
Boy
Mexico
bright sky
#546
Olu
Boy
Nigeria
God makes a way
#546
Christphor
Boy
Greek
bearer of Christ
#547
Jerrit
Boy
USA
the one who rules
#548
Joddie
Unisex
American
a variant of Jodie, meaning 'praised' or 'God will increase'
#548
Lolitha
Girl
India
Goddess of the earth
#548
Lasandra
Girl
American
Defender of mankind.; Protector.
#548
Tamu
Girl
Swahili-speaking regions
Sweet, loved, beloved
#548
Charmin
Girl
USA
A name derived from the French word 'charme' meaning 'charm'.
#549
Sharmyn
Girl
English-speaking countries
Derived from the word 'charm'.
#549
Darchell
Girl
American
Dark-haired or the one who comes from the dark.
#550
Shelitha
Girl
American
A unique flower
#550
Shawndel
Unisex
American
A feminine form of the name 'Shawn', which means 'God is gracious'.
#551
Cedrick
Boy
English-speaking countries
Bounty, generosity
#552
Sylvonia
Girl
Latin
from the forest
#552
Sanjiv
Boy
India
Long-lived
#552
Trevor
Boy
United Kingdom
From the Welsh place name Trefor, meaning 'large village'
#552
Timica
Girl
American
a variant form of Tamika, sometimes interpreted as 'beloved girl'
#554
Shane
Boy
Irish
Shane is the Irish form of the name John, which means 'God is gracious'.
#555
Tonija
Girl
Latvia
a form of Antonia, meaning 'priceless' or 'invaluable'
#555
Valeshia
Girl
USA
Modern variation of the name Valencia, meaning 'brave' and 'strong'.
#555
Lasaundra
Girl
American
an elaboration of the name 'Sandra', often associated with the meaning 'defender of mankind'
#556
Marisia
Girl
Slavic regions
of the sea
#556
Arlandus
Boy
Latin countries
A beloved name with deep roots
#557
Sacheen
Girl
Native American
A name often meaning 'life' or 'spirit'
#557
Deshell
Girl
American
possibly derived from 'shell' or as a variation of 'Michelle', meaning 'who is like God?'
#558
Joselito
Boy
Spain
Little Joseph
#558
Mariliz
Girl
Spanish-speaking countries
Little Mary
#558
Tandra
Girl
India
light, illuminating
#558
Voncia
Girl
American
of the vine
#558
Trenise
Girl
American
Unknown
#559
Jennifere
Girl
American
White Phantom
#562
Cederic
Boy
English
Bounty or generous
#563
Rosaida
Girl
Spain
rose
#563
Garbiel
Boy
Hebrew
God is my strength); God is my strength
#564
Temeko
Girl
Japanese
In Japanese, Temeko (てめこ) can imply 'talented child' or 'great growth'.
#564
Yakini
Girl
African
the one who is loved
#565
Giacinto
Boy
Italy
Italian form of HYACINTHUS.
#566
Tangerine
Girl
American
A fruit name derived from the tangerine orange.
#566
Dejon
Boy
American
French
#567
Lachell
Girl
American
Derived from Lachelle; similar to Rachelle
#567
Sangita
Girl
India
music; song
#569
Roshell
Girl
American
little rose; derived from the name Rochelle
#570
Latonga
Girl
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#571
Trenicia
Girl
American
Derived from Trinity, the concept of threefold nature.
#571
Kurtus
Boy
Germanic
Derived from 'Konrad', meaning 'bold advisor'.
#572
Cotrina
Girl
Spain
Spanish
#573
Contrena
Girl
American
Derived from 'contra' meaning against
#573
Fritzgerald
Boy
Irish
Son of Gerald
#573
Loranda
Girl
English
From the land of laurel; crowned with laurel
#575
Shennon
Girl
American
Old, ancient
#575
Chalette
Girl
French-speaking countries
little chalice
#576
Jacqualyne
Girl
English
supplanter
#576
Antion
Boy
Latin
A form associated with 'Antonius', meaning 'priceless' or 'of inestimable worth'.
#577
Heathe
Unisex
English
a heathland or a land of heather.
#579
Marchant
Boy
English-speaking countries
Merchant
#579
Efran
Boy
Hebrew-speaking countries
Fruitful
#580
Shannette
Girl
American
god is gracious
#581
Carlitta
Girl
Italy
Free woman or strong.
#582
Lamarc
Boy
France
Of the sea, or one who is the son of Marcus.
#582
Desandra
Girl
American
A combination of De- and Sandra, which could mean defender of mankind
#583
Durand
Boy
French
From 'durandus,' meaning 'enduring' or 'steadfast.'
#583
Makeba
Girl
South Africa
she who is loved, one who is cherished
#583
Necol
Girl
American
A modern blend of names
#583
Patina
Girl
Latin
The appearance of something that has aged beautifully
#583
Sharlisa
Girl
American
Free Man
#583
Tomatra
Boy
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#583
Dita
Girl
Czech Republic
gift; famous, outstanding
#584
Mariola
Girl
Spain
little Mary or beloved,
#584
Trena
Girl
[Macedonian]
Short form of TRENDAFILKA.
#584
Ashok
Boy
India
Without sorrow
#585
Doddie
Girl
UK
Diminutive of Dorothy, meaning 'gift of God'.
#585
Marcellus
Boy
Italian
Little warrior
#586
Rotonda
Girl
Spanish
round
#587
Kivin
Boy
American
Variant spelling of Kevin, meaning 'handsome' or 'gentle'
#588
Kwan
Boy
China
spring
#588
Buffey
Girl
English-speaking countries
Buffey is a diminutive or affectionate form of the name 'Buffy,' relating to a friendly or cheerful demeanor.
#589
Dorcia
Girl
Italy
a variant of the name 'Doria', meaning 'of the sea' or 'from the sea'
#589
Tashawn
Unisex
American
Modern combination name, typically meaning 'fashionable' or 'graceful'.
#589
Dawnya
Girl
American
Variation of 'Dawn', symbolizing the beginning of a new day.
#591
Marid
Boy
Arabic
A name meaning 'one who is wild or rebellious'; in folkloric contexts, Marid refers to powerful spirits.
#591
Polli
Girl
American
A diminutive or variation of the name 'Polly', which originally is derived from 'Molly', meaning 'sea of bitterness' or 'star of the sea'.
#591
Tarshia
Girl
USA
The name can be associated with the Hebrew word for 'to sparkle'.
#591
Wileen
Girl
Ireland
delicate
#591
Demetrias
Unisex
Greece
Of Demeter; belonging to the earth.
#592
Tylina
Girl
American
Combination of Ty and Lina, suggesting a delicate or lovely aspect
#593
Urica
Girl
Arabic
growing
#593
Audreya
Girl
USA
Noble strength
#594
Channon
Unisex
Ireland
little wolf
#595
Sherrese
Girl
American
Beloved
#595
Atiim
Boy
African
A beloved name with deep roots
#596
Katonya
Girl
Slavic
Pure; Chaste
#596
Lotonya
Girl
American
A form of Latonya, associated with the area or domain
#596
Shelee
Girl
American
meadow or clearing
#596
Banita
Girl
India
Goddess; precious.
#597
Nekki
Girl
Japan
to connect, to tie together
#599
Chantil
Girl
English
Singer
#600
Yulonda
Girl
American
Unknown
#600
Regie
Boy
English-speaking countries
counsel, advisor
#601
Scott
Boy
United Kingdom
the Scotsman or from Scotland
#601
Trinia
Girl
Latin America
delicate
#601
Jamene
Girl
American
a modern feminization of the name James
#602
Trinisa
Girl
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#602
Zeporia
Girl
American
Dew, or the beginning of something fresh.
#602
Shermain
Unisex
American
Sea maiden
#603
Jawana
Girl
American
God is gracious
#605
Shellisa
Girl
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#605
Treina
Girl
American
Can mean 'three' in a diminutive form (from 'tres').; Invented name, possibly a variation of 'Trina'.
#605
Yero
Boy
African
Subtitle or one who shows
#605