Popular Baby Names 1980

manly, brave

princess

Estonian form of ANDREW.

From the Hebrew name יִשַׁי (Yishay) which possibly means "gift". In the Old Testament Jesse is the father of King David. It began to be used as an English given name after the Protestant Reformation.

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".

new house

A narrow road or pathway

the people's ruler

farmer

Free man

Victory of the people

To tame

From the Hebrew name יָרֶד (Yared) or יֶרֶד (Yered) meaning "descent". This is the name of a close descendant of Adam in the Old Testament.

Adventurous traveler.

Derived from Marcus, meaning 'warlike'.

God is my oath

ancient, enduring; king

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' (ruler).

Hebrew form of MOSES.

reborn

In Chinese, it can mean 'to conquer' (博), 'wave' (波), or 'precious' (宝) depending on the characters used.; Derived from Scandinavian roots meaning 'to live' or 'to dwell'.

Worthy of love

One who is charming and pleasant; A combination name representing 'A' and 'Misha'

God's strength.

A variant of the name Roxane, meaning 'bright' or 'dawn'.

A variant of Sherry, derived from the Spanish word 'jerez', referring to sherry wine.

From the -shawn family of names

from the meadow

young warrior

manifestation of God

A variant of the male name Kiff

A form of Christina, meaning ‘follower of Christ’.

lock of hair

A name with diverse cultural significance

pleasant to the taste or smell; delightful

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

lovely, intelligent

Rebirth

Father

A variant of Cherise, meaning 'darling' or 'beloved'

Light of the lake

singer, song

Eighth

to love

A variation of Antoine

guardian

Polish feminine form of YVON.

A beloved name with deep roots

Italian, Spanish and Portuguese form of RUDOLF. This is the name of the hero in Puccini's opera 'La Bohème' (1896).

From the Welsh name Maredudd or Meredydd, possibly meaning "great lord" or "sea lord".

variation of 'mandolin', a stringed musical instrument

a variant of Dustin, derived from Old Norse 'Dúfr', meaning 'brave warrior' or 'valiant fighter'

Meaning 'good fortune' or 'blessing'.

Cahterine is often interpreted as 'pure' or 'clear'.

friendship

Good intention or well-meaning.

Variant of Dawn

the steady; the unshakable

peace

Christ-like; A variant of the name Krishna

A modern name often associated with a sense of beauty, charm, and femininity.

Means 'God hears' or 'God answers'.

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

First

warrior

Meaning 'wise' or 'sensible'

joyful

From Chinese 银 (yín) meaning "silver, money", 音 (yīn) meaning "sound, tone" or 荫 (yīn) meaning "shade, shelter, protect", as well as other Chinese characters pronounced similarly.

to open, to bud

combination of brand and Lynn

Reborn

God's gift

light or brightness

Yahweh is salvation

A beloved name with deep roots

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

a form of the name Kristen or Christin, symbolizing a follower of Christ.

victory of the people

to rise, to excel

Intended to symbolize the melodic aspects of music.

Born on Sunday

Variance of Geronda

pure; clarity

peaceful, calm

A common surname; also means 'rain' when used as a word.

beautiful

little saint

darling, dear one

Variant transcription of DIPTI.

A beloved name with deep roots

A variation of Lindsay.

A combination of Mary and Emma

A modern variant derived from the name Katrina, meaning 'pure.'

appointed; compensation

A modern name with no specific traditional meaning, possibly derived from a combination of other names.

To be strong or to influence

Combination of the name La and Tisha, often considered to signify 'God is my witness'.

American English

A name of Polynesian origin meaning 'the one who brings peace'

the one who brings joy

sword

Mister, sir, or ownership, often used for descendants of the Prophet Muhammad.

Brave

Son of William

A beloved name with deep roots

Knowledge or wisdom.

Oath, promise

A modern combination of 'Bree' and 'Anne', conveying meanings of exaltation and grace.

Derived from various fruitful meanings depending on kanji used

A beloved name with deep roots

a term of endearment or 'sweet girl'

A variant of Natalie, derived from the Latin 'Natalis', meaning 'born on Christmas Day'.

Victory

a variation of Sarah, meaning 'princess' or 'noblewoman'

one who is strong

the one who is bold or brave

God of the heavens, divine

From Chinese 雪 (xuě) meaning "snow" or 学 (xué) meaning "study, learning, school", besides other characters pronounced similarly.

A beloved name with deep roots

(French) A variant of 'Jacques' meaning 'supplanter', derived from the Hebrew name 'Yaakov'.

of Mars

Gift of God

the one who is an innovative force

to bring joy or happiness

Heart; brave

a blend of names with uncertain origins

Noble

Drawn out of water

a combination of 'Shar' from Sharlene or Sharon with 'Ronda'

a combination of charm and beauty

Hawaiian

January

seeker of knowledge

Nothing is more beautiful than a child.

Modern English

A combination of key and Shonda, symbolizing uniqueness.

to shine brightly

graceful, poetic

a variant of Tanya, meaning 'fairy queen'

shine; allow; consent

Cēat - A personal name, possibly meaning 'warrior'

Combination of the names La and Shondria; possibly influenced by the name Sandra, meaning 'defender'

a variant of the name Laquanda

gift of God

to do; to act

origin or beginning

a variant of the name 'Cameo', implying a distinctive or impressive character

A modern creation, potentially derived from names like 'Damon' and 'Mario'.

The name Shemika is often associated with an interpretation meaning 'a gift from God' or 'the one who is loved'.

of the goddess

follower of Christ

True believer

a modern twist on the name Regina, meaning 'queen'

a song of joy

Chiquia often means 'little' or 'small', derived from 'chico'.

Unique, singular.

angel

A loving or tender person.

A beloved name with deep roots

possibly a modern invention derived from various cultural influences.

A beloved name with deep roots

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

A beloved name with deep roots

pure

of Magdala; tower

a variant of the name Shante

Christianus, meaning 'follower of Christ'.; Variant of Christian.

A beloved name with deep roots

The Princess

rich

from the rice

One who is strong

A beloved name with deep roots

Amber, a fossilized tree resin, often used in jewelry and associated with warmth and protection.; Amber, also signifies the color amber or the resin itself.

Of unknown meaning; possibly derived from 'Antonius'.

a variant of the name Cardis, meaning 'brave' or 'strong'

Healthy and strong

Variant of Timothy, meaning 'honoring God'

A modern coined name

Messenger; Angel

A joy or delight, often signifying happiness or cheerfulness.

brother, or from Germany

Beautiful Companion

A beloved name with deep roots

Fùquán) - Rich and complete; abundance and wholeness.

A diminutive form of Jacques, meaning 'supplanter'

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

God is gracious.

An invented name, possibly derived from 'Kawana' or 'Kawana'.

The protector, the keeper; someone who preserves or guards

Diminutive of the name Stanisława, meaning 'glory' combined with the status or people's peace.

gift from God

A beloved name with deep roots

Derived from a blend of names

A modern compound name

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

Noble

Princess or noblewoman

A modern name, potentially a variation of 'Tanika', which may derive from the name 'Tanya' or 'Tana'.