Popular Baby Names 1977

Classic names that peaked in 1977 — now making a comeback.

200 names3356 girl1525 boy
These 1977 names are having a revival — vintage names often cycle back into popularity after 80–100 years. Many of these are trending upward right now.
Wesley
Boy
English-speaking countries
Western meadow
#70
Carlos
Boy
[Spanish
Spanish, Portuguese and Catalan form of CHARLES.
#139
Juan
Boy
Spain
God is gracious.
#140
Nathaniel
Boy
Hebrew
Gift of God
#143
Abraham
Boy
[English
This name may be viewed either as meaning "father of many" in Hebrew or else as a contraction of ABRAM (1) and הָמוֹן (hamon) "many, multitude".
#218
Rafael
Boy
[Spanish
Form of RAPHAEL.
#231
Jeremy
Boy
English
God will uplift
#245
Omar
Boy
Arabic
flourishing, long-lived
#263
Jorge
Boy
Spanish
farmer
#276
Francisco
Boy
Spain
Free man
#297
Dante
Boy
Italian
enduring
#313
Damien
Boy
Greece
To tame
#330
Titus
Boy
Roman
Roman praenomen, or given name, which is of unknown meaning, possibly related to Latin titulus "title of honour". It is more likely of Oscan origin, since it was borne by the legendary Sabine king Titus Tatius.... [more]
#374
Marco
Boy
Italy
Derived from Marcus, meaning 'warlike'.
#382
Tyson
Boy
English-speaking countries
Derived from the surname meaning 'firebrand' or 'son of Ty,' from Old French 'dis' meaning 'smoky’.
#394
Sunny
Unisex
[English]
From the English word meaning "sunny, cheerful".
#406
Solomon
Boy
Hebrew
Peace
#438
Abiodun
Boy
Nigeria
Yoruba
#501
Demel
Boy
Scottish
from the meadow
#501
Simeon
Boy
Hebrew
he has heard
#504
Azizi
Unisex
Swahili-speaking regions
precious, dear
#505
Aba
Unisex
Ghana
Father
#505
Jermale
Boy
American
modern coinage
#505
Nicolino
Boy
Italy
victorious, people of victory
#505
Birche
Boy
Germanic
Deriving from 'Birke', meaning 'birch tree'
#506
Ehron
Boy
Hebrew-speaking countries
singer, song
#506
Shawndale
Unisex
American
A compound name, combining 'Shawn' with 'dale', meaning 'valley'.
#506
Thalmus
Boy
Hebrew-speaking countries
There is a purpose
#506
Antwan
Boy
American
A variation of Antoine
#507
Laquane
Boy
American
A unique name with no specific historical meaning, often associated with individuality and modernity.
#509
Demond
Boy
American
Variant of Damon, meaning 'to tame' or 'subdue'.
#514
Jarvas
Boy
Estonia
a variant of the name Jaan, which means 'God is gracious'
#514
Kwanza
Unisex
Swahili-speaking countries
First
#514
Rahsan
Boy
Turkey
Meaning 'wise' or 'sensible'
#514
Jaimey
Unisex
American
Derived from James, meaning supplanter
#516
Daimeon
Boy
Greece
To tame or subdue.
#519
Nicholes
Boy
American
victory of the people
#520
Ping
Unisex
[Chinese]
From Chinese 平 (píng) meaning "level, even, peaceful". Other characters can also form this name.
#520
Demeko
Boy
African
African American
#521
Kentwan
Boy
American
from the land of Kent
#521
Woo
Boy
Korea
A common surname; also means 'rain' when used as a word.
#523
Delbreco
Boy
Italy
Of unclear origin, possibly a combination of 'Del' meaning 'of' and 'Brec' or 'Breco'.
#524
Santini
Boy
Italy
little saint
#524
Kindu
Boy
Africa
To be strong or to influence
#527
Brishen
Boy
Welsh
the one who brings joy
#529
Jamiyl
Boy
Arabic
handsome, beautiful
#532
Turon
Boy
Uzbekistan
Turkic
#532
Jonas
Boy
Greece
Dove.; To be a dove or pigeon.
#534
Theus
Boy
Greece
God of the heavens, divine
#534
Demion
Boy
English-speaking countries
A beloved name with deep roots
#535
Shenandoah
Unisex
Native American
believed to mean 'daughter of the stars' or 'environment where water flows'.
#535
Hameen
Boy
Middle East
The one who is grateful
#536
Tarl
Boy
American
to bring joy or happiness
#538
Nyerere
Boy
Tanzania
One who loves or shows appreciation
#539
Janvier
Unisex
French-speaking countries
January
#541
Lavar
Boy
American
to shine brightly
#543
Antrone
Boy
American
strong, warrior
#545
Demorrio
Boy
American
A modern creation, potentially derived from names like 'Damon' and 'Mario'.
#546
Tobius
Boy
American
God is good
#546
Waheed
Boy
Arabic
Unique, singular.
#549
Marcellius
Boy
Ancient Rome
little warrior
#550
Nectarios
Boy
Greece
Of nectar; relating to the gods.
#551
Teco
Boy
Spanish
A diminutive form or variation of 'Teodoro', meaning 'gift of God'
#551
Davone
Boy
American
a form of the name Davon, meaning 'Greek origin'
#552
Kenjuan
Boy
American
Healthy and strong
#555
Dunstan
Boy
English
Town with a fort
#556
Rushun
Boy
China
As smooth; As it should be
#557
Tysen
Boy
American
A modern variant of the Irish name Tadhg, meaning 'poet' or 'philosopher'.
#559
Dewyne
Boy
USA
related to the Old English word for 'beloved' or 'dear'
#560
Fuquan
Boy
China
Fùquán) - Rich and complete; abundance and wholeness.
#560
Nacoma
Boy
American
a name that could mean 'the place where the moons converge'
#560
Deavin
Boy
American
Variation of Devine or Devan, associated with 'poet' or 'bard'.
#563
Shah
Boy
Persian-speaking countries
Princess or noblewoman
#563
Kasib
Boy
Arabic
one who earns; one who is successful
#564
Keithrick
Boy
American
A blend of the names Keith and Rick, with Keith meaning 'wood' and Rick meaning 'brave ruler'.
#566
Ramee
Unisex
Arabic-speaking regions
receiver
#566
Lutalo
Boy
Luganda
The name means 'the one who causes the people to rise'.
#574
Dayon
Boy
English
Daybreak, Dawn; From the day, light
#575
Kerick
Boy
USA
descended from the 'Dark' or 'Black'.
#575
Myrone
Boy
American
myrtle
#575
Karim
Boy
Arab countries
generous
#578
Fabain
Boy
France
French
#580
Nichalaus
Boy
Greece
victory of the people
#581
Tawon
Boy
American
Derived from Tawny; meaning 'golden brown'
#581
Jaime
Unisex
Spanish-speaking countries
supplanter
#583
Rechard
Boy
English-speaking countries
brave power, hard power
#583
Quaashie
Boy
Ghana
Born on Sunday
#585
Ebay
Boy
Israel
There is a house'
#586
Jerud
Boy
Arabic
Strong; powerful
#586
Tchalla
Boy
Africa
Xhosa/Zulu
#587
Durville
Boy
French
from the town of Durville
#590
Jayson
Boy
[English]
Variant of JASON.
#591
Eldrin
Boy
English-speaking countries
old, wise ruler
#594
Demille
Boy
French
Of the mill
#597
Arvelle
Boy
American
The one who is considered wonderful or who brings joy.
#598
Jamie
Unisex
English-speaking countries
Supplanter
#599
Javas
Boy
American
Possibly derived from Java, either representing the Indonesian island or inspired by the programming language.
#601
Keshaun
Boy
American
Pure, chief
#605
Kamien
Boy
Poland
Stone
#605
Adarryl
Boy
American
A unique blend of names like 'Darryl' and 'A.'
#606
Toron
Boy
Hebrew
Strong; bull
#608
Kelvis
Boy
American
noble and kind
#610
Cornellius
Boy
Latin
Latin
#611
Lavarr
Boy
American
Variant of the name Lavare which means 'to wash' in Latin.
#611
Lemarco
Boy
American
from the sea
#612
Kawaski
Boy
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#613
Jevon
Boy
American
A modern variant of the name Jevan derived from the Welsh name Iefan.
#614
Duron
Boy
Spanish-speaking countries
It may derive from 'durable' or 'hard', implying strength and resilience.
#615
Yancey
Boy
American
Englishman’s estate
#617
Jerimie
Boy
Hebrew-speaking countries
appointed by God
#624
Starbuck
Boy
English-speaking countries
Starlit stream or brook.
#625
Afrim
Boy
Albania
One who is cheerful and joyful.
#626
Ronzell
Boy
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#627
Travus
Boy
American
Crossing
#627
Chinua
Boy
Nigeria
God's own
#629
Gregorios
Boy
Greece
Watchful
#630
Tavare
Boy
Brazil
A beloved name with deep roots
#630
Aalon
Boy
USA
A beloved name with deep roots
#631
Chadwick
Boy
United Kingdom
Old English
#631
Mikhail
Boy
Russia
Who is like God.
#631
Rashann
Boy
USA
derived from a combination of names, possibly a variant of Rashaan
#631
Delando
Boy
American
one who is friendly and lives in a vale
#634
Gustavo
Boy
Spain
royal staff, staff of the Goths
#636
Chamel
Unisex
Arabic
to have a specific character
#637
Romone
Boy
American
Strong, powerful
#638
Dniel
Boy
Hebrew-speaking countries
God is my judge
#639
Mondre
Boy
American
The name Mondre is often associated with modernity and uniqueness.
#643
Lawarren
Boy
American
A modern blend or variation of 'Lawrence' or 'Warren'.
#644
Jimal
Boy
Arabic
handsome or good-looking
#651
Donta
Boy
American
Likely a variant of the name 'Donte', often interpreted as a form of 'Don', meaning 'lord' or 'master'.
#652
Jonanthan
Boy
Hebrew
God has given
#652
Antar
Boy
Arabic
Male lion
#653
Andrae
Boy
American
Courageous, manly
#654
Ato
Boy
Japan
After, in the future; father
#654
Oved
Boy
Hebrew
servant
#655
Torian
Boy
American
believer in the God of Thunder
#656
Deshannon
Unisex
American
A combination of the prefix 'De-' meaning 'of' and the name 'Shannon', which means 'old river'.
#660
Dandy
Boy
USA
A term used to describe someone who is exceptionally fashionable or stylish.
#662
Un
Unisex
Korean
grace
#662
Nikitas
Boy
Greece
Victorious.
#663
Smauel
Boy
Hebrew
God has heard.
#663
Leshaun
Boy
American
A modern name variant, potentially derived from the name Shawn, signifying God is gracious.
#664
Oluseyi
Boy
Nigeria
God has done this for me.
#664
Alain
Boy
France
French form of ALAN.
#665
Broch
Boy
Scotland
Scottish Gaelic
#666
Tarrus
Boy
American
Bull
#667
Zebulah
Boy
Hebrew
gift from God
#667
Aeron
Boy
Welsh
berry, fruit
#668
Datril
Unisex
American
Darling
#669
Rahsaan
Boy
American
A variant of the name Rasa, meaning 'talented' or 'skilled'
#670
Alpesh
Boy
India
Gujarati
#671
Danan
Boy
Irish
from the name 'Donnan', meaning 'little brown one'
#671
Niclas
Boy
Sweden
Victory of the people
#672
Jolon
Boy
Native American
The name means 'valley'.
#673
Theofilos
Boy
Greece
Lover of God
#673
Jorje
Boy
Spain
farmer, earthworker
#674
Dialo
Boy
African
To speak
#678
Fotis
Boy
Greece
Light; shining
#678
Roudy
Boy
American
variant of Rudi, meaning 'famous wolf'
#679
Trance
Boy
American
a state of being in shock or dazed
#680
Jenner
Boy
United Kingdom
juniper tree
#684
Tornell
Boy
Sweden
thunder
#684
Ahmad
Boy
Arabic
highly praised
#685
Jame
Boy
English-speaking countries
Supplanter, one who follows
#685
Taurice
Boy
American
Derived from the name 'Taurus', symbolizing strength and reliability.
#685
Vahram
Boy
Armenia
Armenian
#686
Hassan
Boy
[Arabic
Means "beautifier, improver" in Arabic. Hassan ibn Thabit was a 7th-century poet who was a companion of the Prophet Muhammad.
#688
Nicklus
Boy
American
victorious people
#688
Rashawd
Boy
American
Variant of Rashad, meaning 'good fortune' or 'success'
#688
Taurus
Boy
Latin
Latin
#688
Marell
Boy
American
Little sea; playful; maritime.
#689
Aashish
Boy
India
Blessing.
#692
Tyron
Boy
Ireland
from the land of Eógan, a given name.
#696
Aquarius
Unisex
Latin
water bearer
#698
Dumaka
Boy
African
Courageous or Brave
#700
Haralabos
Boy
Greece
to be a protector of the city
#700
Jonthomas
Boy
American
God is gracious
#701
Markiee
Boy
American
A variant of Mark, often used as a modern or unique twist.
#701
Hillery
Unisex
American
From the hill
#702
Lazerick
Boy
American
a variation of Lazarus, meaning 'God has helped'
#703
Arnab
Boy
India
rabbits, water
#706
Kendricks
Boy
American
Son of Ken and derives from the name 'Kendrick,' meaning royal ruler or champion.
#707
Reimundo
Boy
Spanish
wise protector
#708
Rashem
Boy
Middle Eastern countries
One who brings good news
#708
Devang
Boy
India
god-like
#712
Teon
Boy
Greek
Teon (Θεόν) means 'god' or 'divine'.
#712
Gered
Boy
Welsh
brave with a spear
#713
Harilaos
Boy
Greece
Charilaos) - Joyful grace.
#716
Java
Unisex
Indonesia
from the island of Java
#718
Jemon
Boy
India
Hindi
#719
Philson
Boy
American
Son of Philip
#721
Jeriod
Boy
American
Spear ruler
#722
Ibin
Boy
Arabic
son of
#723
Jasun
Boy
English
based on the name Jason, meaning 'healer'
#723
Colley
Boy
United Kingdom
victorious people
#729
Manuell
Boy
Spain
God is with us
#733
Emmanouel
Boy
Greece
God is with us
#736
Ramie
Unisex
English-speaking countries
Noble protector
#737
Aron
Boy
Hebrew
Exalted, high mountain, or bearer of Light
#740
Learon
Boy
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#741