Popular Baby Names 1978

Classic names that peaked in 1978 — now making a comeback.

200 names3573 girl1724 boy

These 1978 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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derived from 'Antonius', meaning 'priceless' or 'of inestimable worth'

God will uplift

the people's ruler

she who brings victory

One who tames, subdues

The name is derived from the holly tree, symbolizing protection and peace.

Means 'eternal ruler' or 'ever-ruler' from the elements 'ei' (ever) and 'rikr' (

God's strength.

from the meadow

A young woman, a maiden; derived from the Spanish 'chalan,' which denotes a youn

victorious, people of victory

There is a purpose

A variation of Antoine

a variant of the name Jaan, which means 'God is gracious'

Swahili-speaking countries

Meaning 'wise' or 'sensible'

to open, to bud

Derived from James, meaning supplanter

Yahweh is salvation

A shortened form of Melinda, which means 'honey' or 'sweet'

To tame or subdue.

victory of the people

from the land of Kent

A beloved name with deep roots

A beloved name with deep roots

To be strong or to influence

A beloved name with deep roots

the one who is bold or brave

A beloved name with deep roots

(French) A variant of 'Jacques' meaning 'supplanter', derived from the Hebrew na

to bring joy or happiness

One who loves or shows appreciation

strong, warrior

Unique, singular.

A modern variation of the name Courtney, meaning 'from Courtenay'.

Νεκτάριος

A diminutive form or variation of 'Teodoro', meaning 'gift of God'

a form of the name Davon, meaning 'Greek origin'

Town with a fort

brother, or from Germany

related to the Old English word for 'beloved' or 'dear'

富全 (Fùquán) - Rich and complete; abundance and wholeness.

a name that could mean 'the place where the moons converge'

Variation of Devine or Devan, associated with 'poet' or 'bard'.

Princess or noblewoman

one who earns; one who is successful

from the village

A beloved name with deep roots

descended from the 'Dark' or 'Black'.

victory of the people

Derived from Tawny; meaning 'golden brown'

brave power, hard power

one who is brave

אֵי בַּי - 'There is a house'

Strong; powerful

תַּבְּיִתָא, meaning 'gazelle'

old, wise ruler

The one who is considered wonderful or who brings joy.

one who is a protector or guardian

To pluck or gather

A beloved name with deep roots

A beloved name with deep roots

I have found it

appointed by God

One who is cheerful and joyful.

one who is knowledgeable

A beloved name with deep roots

A beloved name with deep roots

Who is like God.

victory of the people

the name can be interpreted as referring to the number eight or things associate

to have a specific character

Victory or protector

Strong, powerful

from the hollow

The name Mondre is often associated with modernity and uniqueness.

A beloved name with deep roots

God has done this for me.

A variant of the name Rasa, meaning 'talented' or 'skilled'

from the name 'Donnan', meaning 'little brown one'

from the marsh or swamp

Estate of the fifth son; fourth son.

Native American

The name means 'valley'.

One who honors God

A variant of Jaime, meaning 'supplanter' or 'one who follows'.

Supplanter, one who follows

victorious people

Variant of Rashad, meaning 'good fortune' or 'success'

Little sea; playful; maritime.

Defender, protector, helper

Courageous or Brave

to be a protector of the city

God is gracious

A variant of Mark, often used as a modern or unique twist.

a variation of Lazarus, meaning 'God has helped'

A variation of 'Shawn', meaning 'God is gracious'.

Middle Eastern countries

One who brings good news

God is gracious

Χαρίλαος; (Charilaos) - Joyful grace.

from the island of Java