Popular Baby Names 1972

Classic names that peaked in 1972 — now making a comeback.

200 names2785 girl1326 boy

These 1972 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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Χριστόφορος, meaning 'bearer of Christ'.

Dark-skinned or black.

Scandinavian countries

From the broad meadow

Happiness, delight

From the valley

unique, original

A modern coinage, possibly a variation of 'Tracy'.

a combination of María and Teresa

Derived from the Germanic name Theodoric, meaning 'ruler of the people'

the road is good

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

warmth, affection

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

Victory of the people

darling, dear one

Born during the night

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

Singer; to sing

जीवंतता (Jeevntta)

Karl - free man

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.

Noble, kind, or of noble birth

One who is adventurous or daring.

Messenger; angelic

Heavenly or divine

one who is from the moon

Jolene is a combination of the name 'Jo' meaning 'God is gracious' and the suffi

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

God makes a way

A name related to the goddess Durga

bearer of Christ

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'.

a child that is loved by all

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

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

God is my judge

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'.

Light, illumination

A beloved name with deep roots

Native American

A name often meaning 'life' or 'spirit'

from the island of Cyprus

light, illuminating

God is my judge

Bounty or generous

bringer of good fortune

אִיּוֹב (God is my strength)

The life, the brightness, the glimmer

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

the one who is loved

Derived from Lachelle; similar to Rachelle

Next to the door

A beloved name with deep roots

Derived from Trinity, the concept of threefold nature.

a variant of the name Tamika; a construction of the name Tamara

Daughter of the powerful

to be tender or soft

A beloved name with deep roots

Free woman or strong.

Of the sea, or one who is the son of Marcus.

she who is loved, one who is cherished

The appearance of something that has aged beautifully

A beloved name with deep roots

little Mary or beloved,

Glorious beauty

Buffey is a diminutive or affectionate form of the name 'Buffy,' relating to a f

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

God is gracious