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