Popular Baby Names 1972

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

200 names2754 girl1307 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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Bitterness; sea of sorrow

Dark-skinned or black.

derived from 'Antonius', meaning 'priceless' or 'of inestimable worth'

胜利者 (Victorious, conqueror)

One who tames, subdues

Happiness, delight

unique, original

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

a combination of María and Teresa

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

Born during the night

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

जीवंतता (Jeevntta)

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

one who is from the moon

Jolene is a combination of the name 'Jo' meaning 'God is gracious' and the suffix '-lene,' commonly associated with beau

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

A name related to the goddess Durga

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'.

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'

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'.

Native American

A name often meaning 'life' or 'spirit'

from the island of Cyprus

light, illuminating

God is my judge

bringer of good fortune

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

From the land of laurel; crowned with laurel

A beloved name with deep roots

Free woman or strong.

she who is loved, one who is cherished

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 modern name, likely of African-American origin; no specific meaning

A form of Latonya, associated with the area or domain

meadow or clearing

to connect, to tie together

a place of abundance or wealth

who is like God

A form of sweetness

Beautiful or lovely

victory of the people

A diminutive form of Samantha, meaning 'listener' or 'one who listens'.

A variation of Tanya, meaning 'fairy princess'

little dawn or little flower

a modern creation, possibly a blend of La- prefix with Teresa

From the heather-covered land

I have found it

One who is intelligent or learned

follower of Christ

a modern invented name without a specific traditional meaning.