Popular Baby Names 1971

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

200 names2621 girl1179 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.

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Bitterness; sea of sorrow

Dark-skinned or black.

胜利者 (Victorious, conqueror)

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.

happy; fortunate

a combination of María and Teresa

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

Meaning 'little cellar' or 'tavern'.

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

handsome, born of fire

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'

Victory of the people

Born during the night

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

Variant of Denise, meaning 'follower of Dionysius'.

Variant of names like Shavonne, which originates from 'God is gracious'

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

A modern variation of Tiffany.

Messenger; angelic

Heavenly or divine

A derived name, associated with the word 'gift'.

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

Swahili-speaking regions

Sweet, loved, beloved

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

Derived from the word 'charm'.

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

A unique flower

A feminine form of the name 'Shawn', which means 'God is gracious'.

Bounty, generosity

from the forest

From the Welsh place name Trefor, meaning 'large village'

a variant form of Tamika, sometimes interpreted as 'beloved girl'

Shane is the Irish form of the name John, which means 'God is gracious'.

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

Modern variation of the name Valencia, meaning 'brave' and 'strong'.

Native American

A name often meaning 'life' or 'spirit'

light, illuminating

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

the one who is loved

Derived from Lachelle; similar to Rachelle

A beloved name with deep roots

Derived from Trinity, the concept of threefold nature.

Derived from 'contra' meaning against

From the land of laurel; crowned with laurel

Free woman or strong.

she who is loved, one who is cherished

A modern blend of names

The appearance of something that has aged beautifully

little Mary or beloved,

Diminutive of Dorothy, meaning 'gift of God'.

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

a variant of the name 'Doria', meaning 'of the sea' or 'from the sea'

Modern combination name, typically meaning 'fashionable' or 'graceful'.

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

Of Demeter; belonging to the earth.

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

A form of Latonya, associated with the area or domain

meadow or clearing

Goddess; precious.

to connect, to tie together

A beloved name with deep roots

God is gracious

A beloved name with deep roots

A form of sweetness

Beautiful or lovely

victory of the people

A variation of Tanya, meaning 'fairy princess'

Charming or delightful

From the heather-covered land

One who is intelligent or learned

follower of Christ

a modern invented name without a specific traditional meaning.

A variant of the name Dondra

The name Sharrona is often considered a modern invented name, possibly a variation of Sharon, meaning 'a plain' or 'an a

similar to Delilah or a variation of Delena, meaning 'delicate' or 'weakened'

She who brings happiness

Heavenly or a derivative of the name Juana

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

優子 (Yūko) meaning 'gentle' or 'superior' coupled with 'child'

ruler of the people

God is gracious

the one who brings joy

The one who is born