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.
Summer
Girl
[English]
From the name of the season, ultimately from Old English sumor. It has been in use as a given name since the 1970s.
#141
Andrea
Girl
Italy
manly, brave
#173
Aisha
Girl
Arabic
alive, living
#379
Sunny
Unisex
[English]
From the English word meaning "sunny, cheerful".
#406
Melissa
Girl
Greek
Honeybee
#410
Veronica
Girl
Latin
she who brings victory
#411
Holly
Girl
American
The name is derived from the holly tree, symbolizing protection and peace.
#451
Landi
Girl
Italy
Land; territory
#500
Roxsand
Girl
USA
A variant of the name Roxane, meaning 'bright' or 'dawn'.
#500
Shavaun
Girl
Ireland
From the -shawn family of names
#500
Shamiko
Girl
Japan
A name that can mean 'shining child' or 'child of praise', depending on the characters used.
#500
Chasitiy
Girl
American
A variant of the name 'Chastity,' referring to purity and innocence.
#501
Gerardina
Girl
Italian
brave with a spear
#501
Lanetra
Girl
American
derived from the name 'Lana', which signifies light or illumination
#501
Kiffin
Girl
American
A variant of the male name Kiff
#502
Lakeyta
Girl
American
derived from awakening or rebirth
#502
Shataka
Girl
India
lock of hair
#502
Tekeema
Girl
Africa
A name with diverse cultural significance
#502
Sweet
Girl
English-speaking countries
pleasant to the taste or smell; delightful
#503
Mandra
Girl
India
lovely, intelligent
#504
Azizi
Unisex
Swahili-speaking regions
precious, dear
#505
Aba
Unisex
Ghana
Father
#505
Barbi
Girl
English-speaking countries
stranger
#506
Shawndale
Unisex
American
A compound name, combining 'Shawn' with 'dale', meaning 'valley'.
#506
Tarajee
Girl
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#506
Latovia
Girl
African
A beloved name with deep roots
#508
Shantella
Girl
American
A variant of the name Chantelle, meaning 'stone' or 'boulder' in French.
#508
Mandalin
Girl
American
variation of 'mandolin', a stringed musical instrument
#509
Tanyelle
Girl
American
The name Tanyelle is often interpreted as a modern variation of the name Tanya, which is derived from the Russian name Tatyana, meaning ' fairy queen' or 'princess'.
#509
Chiquta
Girl
South America
Little girl or female child
#510
Lachristy
Girl
American
Christian faith
#511
Dawndee
Girl
American
Variant of Dawn
#513
Daaimah
Girl
Arabic
the steady; the unshakable
#513
Nakeysha
Girl
American
A modern name often associated with a sense of beauty, charm, and femininity.
#513
Tonicka
Girl
American
Variation of the name Tonya, meaning 'priceless' or 'valuable'
#513
Kwanza
Unisex
Swahili-speaking countries
First
#514
Kellymarie
Girl
American
warrior
#514
April
Girl
English
to open, to bud
#516
Brandelynn
Girl
American
combination of brand and Lynn
#516
Jaimey
Unisex
American
Derived from James, meaning supplanter
#516
Tommi
Girl
[Finnish]
Finnish diminutive of THOMAS.
#516
Hafeezah
Girl
Arabic
protected, preserved
#517
Lanica
Girl
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#517
Mindy
Girl
American
A shortened form of Melinda, which means 'honey' or 'sweet'
#518
Laterese
Girl
American
derived from Latrice, meaning 'noble' or 'noblewoman'
#519
Nixaliz
Girl
Mexico
Nahuatl
#519
Tieasha
Girl
English
a modern variant of the name Tasha, which can mean 'born on Christmas Day'
#519
Nekisha
Girl
American
to rise, to excel
#520
Ping
Unisex
[Chinese]
From Chinese 平 (píng) meaning "level, even, peaceful". Other characters can also form this name.
#520
Tyaisha
Girl
American
meaning is often interpreted as 'a combination of Tya and Aisha, denoting life or living'
#520
Riena
Girl
Italy
queen; to reign
#521
Shameko
Girl
American
Possibly derived from African American Vernacular English; may combine 'Sham' and 'Meko.'
#521
Shanitra
Girl
American
Derived from combinations of Shan and -ita
#521
Shenetta
Girl
American
peaceful, calm
#521
Tinnelle
Girl
American
a feminine form of Tinnel, possibly meaning 'shining' or 'radiant'
#522
Aqueelah
Girl
American
the one who is righteous
#523
Shalita
Girl
American
calm, peaceful
#523
Asiha
Girl
Middle East
A beloved name with deep roots
#524
Curtrina
Girl
American
A modern variant derived from the name Katrina, meaning 'pure.'
#526
Tremika
Girl
American
A variation of Trimika, which means "beloved"
#526
Zeneida
Girl
Greece
The life of Zeus; Zephyr
#526
Latisha
Girl
American
Combination of the name La and Tisha, often considered to signify 'God is my witness'.
#527
Lasheba
Girl
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#527
Tammika
Girl
American
A modern elaboration of the name Tamika, meaning 'a child of the people' or 'valley'.
#527
Agila
Girl
Spanish-speaking countries
A beloved name with deep roots
#528
Lakishia
Girl
African
a derived form of 'Lakeisha', meaning 'the greatest one'
#528
Libra
Girl
Latin
the scales
#529
Kinna
Girl
Scotland
Knowledge or wisdom.
#530
Toyah
Girl
United Kingdom
A beloved name with deep roots
#530
Altovise
Girl
American
a name that could be interpreted as 'high view' or related to elevation
#531
Breane
Girl
American
A modern combination of 'Bree' and 'Anne', conveying meanings of exaltation and grace.
#531
Cherita
Girl
English-speaking countries
dear or beloved
#531
Takesia
Girl
American
A form of the name Tasia, which is derived from Anastasia, meaning 'resurrection'
#531
Lashuna
Girl
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#532
Nekea
Girl
American
The essence of life
#532
Nykita
Girl
American
Victory
#532
Tomieka
Girl
American
The one who is rich or abundant.
#532
Angala
Girl
India
One who brings happiness or joy
#534
Dareth
Girl
American
the one who is bold or brave
#534
Mandilyn
Girl
American
Combination of Amanda and Marilyn
#534
Carilynn
Girl
American
Combination of Carol and Lynn, often associated with meanings of 'free man' and 'lake'.
#535
Shenandoah
Unisex
Native American
believed to mean 'daughter of the stars' or 'environment where water flows'.
#535
Laketha
Girl
American
A modern invented name
#538
Corrinda
Girl
American
Heart; brave
#539
Kimaada
Girl
Africa
Mwezi tuu
#539
Kiki
Girl
French
light, pure
#540
Sharronda
Girl
American
a combination of 'Shar' from Sharlene or Sharon with 'Ronda'
#540
Shermica
Girl
American
a combination of charm and beauty
#540
Tifphanie
Girl
English
God's manifestation
#540
Arasele
Girl
Hawaii
Hawaiian
#541
Janvier
Unisex
French-speaking countries
January
#541
Yolanta
Girl
Poland
violet flower
#542
Nakesia
Girl
American
Messy hair or tangled hair
#543
Lashondria
Girl
American
Combination of the names La and Shondria; possibly influenced by the name Sandra, meaning 'defender'
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Laquana
Girl
American
a variant of the name Laquanda
#544
Sbrina
Girl
American
Variation of Sabrina
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Tremica
Girl
American
The name Tremica does not have a defined meaning in traditional sources, but it is considered a modern American name formation.
#544
Trinket
Girl
English-speaking countries
A small ornament or decorative item
#544
Asisha
Girl
India
To be blessed
#545
Khalema
Girl
Arabic
means 'tolerant' or 'patient'
#545
Camika
Girl
American
a variant of the name 'Cameo', implying a distinctive or impressive character
#546
Haneefa
Girl
Arabic
True believer
#548
Raygina
Girl
American
a modern twist on the name Regina, meaning 'queen'
#548
Sherona
Girl
American
a song of joy
#548
Chiquia
Girl
Spanish-speaking countries
Chiquia often means 'little' or 'small', derived from 'chico'.
#549
Ageliki
Girl
Greece
angel
#550
Ajeenah
Girl
Nigerian
Noble
#550
Cyrelle
Girl
American
Heavenly
#550
Kenitra
Girl
Arabic
a region or a modern city in Morocco
#550
Marish
Girl
Hebrew
Bitterness.
#550
Raneka
Girl
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#550
Ishna
Girl
Sanskrit
light
#552
Magalena
Girl
Spanish
of Magdala; tower
#552
Shontina
Girl
American
a variant of the name Shante
#552
Baisha
Girl
Chinese
white sand
#553
Tamka
Girl
Indian
language: Means 'to be radiant' or 'to shine' in Sanskrit.
#553
Rizza
Girl
Italian
from the rice
#554
Sanetra
Girl
American
African American Vernacular English
#554
Tarsheka
Girl
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#554
Tameika
Girl
American
African-American
#554
Najeebah
Girl
Arabic
noble, generous
#555
Shashona
Girl
American
Derived from Shoshana, meaning 'lily' or 'rose'
#555
Chonda
Girl
USA
Xhosa
#556
Jaquaya
Girl
American
A modern coined name
#556
Keywana
Girl
American
A modern invented name, possibly inspired by names like Kiara or De'Kiana.
#556
Angalena
Girl
English-speaking countries
Messenger; Angel
#557
Buffi
Girl
American
Diminutive form of 'Buff', meaning stout and strong
#557
Efrat
Girl
Israel
fruitful
#557
Teffany
Girl
American
Epiphany
#559
Siohban
Girl
Ireland
God is gracious.
#560
Tiniki
Girl
Uncertain
There is no clear origin or widely recognized meaning for the name.
#560
Hafeeza
Girl
Arabic
The protector, the keeper; someone who preserves or guards
#561
Jovania
Girl
English-speaking countries
A beloved name with deep roots
#562
Herika
Girl
English-speaking countries
A mix of peace and a broader context.
#563
Rajeeni
Girl
India
Noble
#563
Twanika
Girl
American
A modern name, potentially a variation of 'Tanika', which may derive from the name 'Tanya' or 'Tana'.
#563
Lakessha
Girl
American
A variant of Laquesha, often associated with lakes or water.
#564
Lashona
Girl
American
Created name, possibly based on variation of LaShawn
#564
Carlisa
Girl
American
free man, strong
#565
Neesha
Girl
India
pure, clean
#565
Aderonke
Girl
Nigeria
Yoruba
#566
Cowanda
Girl
American
Combination of artistic elements, possibly 'cow' and 'wanda' as a blend.
#566
Ramee
Unisex
Arabic-speaking regions
receiver
#566
Tenile
Girl
South Africa
Unknown
#567
Teneille
Girl
American
Modern variation of 'Tenille' or 'Tanelle'
#568
Kamika
Girl
Japan
kami meaning 'god' or 'spirit'; 花, ka meaning 'flower'
#569
Hariklia
Girl
Greek
Gift of the earth.
#570
Formeka
Girl
American
A unique or modern feminine name with no specific definition.
#571
Lanese
Girl
English
graciousness
#571
Lashada
Girl
American
the one who is loved
#572
Amenia
Girl
American
beloved, worthy of love
#573
Jennille
Girl
American
soft, gentle
#573
Mekia
Girl
American
A variant of the name Micaiah; who is like God.
#573
Shaghayegh
Girl
Iran
Anemone flower
#573
Kamra
Girl
American
moonlight; an ornament or jewelry
#575
Kibibi
Girl
Swahili-speaking regions
Little lady
#575
Olivera
Girl
Spain
olive tree
#575
Urana
Girl
Latin
heavenly; from heaven
#575
Annitra
Girl
USA
A variant of the name Anitra, which is a form of Annetta meaning 'grace, favor'. It has gained popularity in the 20th century.
#577
Taiwana
Girl
Taiwan
a form of 'Taiwan'
#578
Fawnia
Girl
American
young deer
#580
Taquanda
Girl
American
A modern invented name, possibly influenced by African American culture
#580
Irisha
Girl
India
एक देवी का नाम
#581
Shrhonda
Girl
American
A contemporary variation likely derived from 'Rhonda', meaning 'good spear'.
#581
Takima
Girl
Native American
She who brings moonlight.
#582
Alodie
Girl
France
A beloved name with deep roots
#583
Jaime
Unisex
Spanish-speaking countries
supplanter
#583
Kashanda
Girl
American
African
#583
Melitta
Girl
Greece
Honeybee
#583
Quenita
Girl
Spanish-speaking countries
queen,
#586
Cleste
Girl
American
heavenly or celestial
#588
Rakesha
Girl
India
A name derived from the word 'raka', meaning 'moon'.
#588
Sholanda
Girl
American
a modern compound name possibly derived from 'Sharon' and 'Alondra', meaning 'a plain' and 'lark' respectively.
#588
Tanyetta
Girl
American
A diminutive form of Tanya, meaning 'fairy queen'
#588
Tahara
Girl
Egypt
purity, cleanliness
#588
Lachina
Girl
American
Scottish Gaelic
#589
Scherrie
Girl
American
derived from Sherri, meaning dear one or darling
#589
Tomicka
Girl
USA
Modern elaboration of Tamika or Tomi
#589
Tante
Girl
French-speaking countries
French
#589
Kela
Girl
American
Pure, clear
#590
Saleema
Girl
Arabic
Safe; Whole
#590
Jillanna
Girl
American
A blend of Jill and Anna
#591
Nerrissa
Girl
English
sea nymph
#591
Tabitha
Girl
[English
Means "gazelle" in Aramaic. Tabitha in the New Testament was a woman restored to life by Saint Peter. Her name is translated into Greek as Dorcas (see Acts 9:36).
#591
Sooner
Girl
American
earliest
#592
Martinique
Girl
France
Derived from the name 'Martin', meaning 'of Mars', and also signifies a connection to the island.
#593
Rashauna
Girl
American
a variant of the name Rashawn, typically interpreted as 'a combination of Rashawn and Shauna'
#593
Latsha
Girl
India
Glimmering light; shining beauty.
#594
Sommers
Girl
English-speaking countries
summer
#594
Shurie
Girl
American
Derived from the Hebrew name Shira, which means 'song' or 'poetry'.
#594
Markisha
Girl
American
Variant of Mark
#595
Adrieanne
Girl
American
Dark one / rich
#597
Tarrah
Girl
American
Derived from 'Terra', meaning earth
#597
Torra
Girl
Swedish
Catalan
#597
Dywanna
Girl
English-speaking countries
divine, heavenly
#599
Jamie
Unisex
English-speaking countries
Supplanter
#599
Kennitha
Girl
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#599
Kashona
Girl
American
African American Vernacular English
#599
Renitia
Girl
American
Combination of the names Ren and Nita.
#599
Bethzaida
Girl
Spain
battle
#600