Popular Baby Names 1988

Baby names that were most popular around 1988.

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English form of the Greek name Ανδρεας (Andreas), which was derived from ανδρειος (andreios) "manly, masculine", a derivative of ανηρ (aner) "man".

From the west town

From an Irish surname which was derived from Ó Riain meaning "descendant of Rían". The given name Rían probably means "little king" (from Irish rí "king" combined with a diminutive suffix).

From the Late Latin name Dominicus meaning "of the Lord". This name was traditionally given to a child born on Sunday.

Spanish form of LOUIS.

ash tree town; ash town

the Lord has remembered

Hebrew-speaking Countries

God is with us.

From the Latin name Iustinus, which was derived from JUSTUS. This was the name of several early saints including Justin Martyr, a Christian philosopher of the 2nd century who was beheaded in Rome.

Lord; A modern variation used as a feminine form of the male name Kyrie

From the Gaelic surname Ó Cuidighthigh, which means "descendant of CUIDIGHTHEACH". A famous bearer of the surname was the American frontiersman and showman Buffalo Bill Cody (1846-1917).

Invented by author Jonathan Swift for his poem 'Cadenus and Vanessa' (1726). He arrived at it by rearranging the initial syllables of the first name and surname of Esther Vanhomrigh, his close friend.

Brave in battle

Italian and Spanish form of SERGIUS.

Noël is derived from the word for 'Christmas'.

A variation of 'Casey' meaning brave in battle

English-speaking countries

From a surname which has several different origins. It could be from the Old English given names Cyneric "royal power" or Cenric "bold power", or from the Welsh name Cynwrig "chief hero".

French feminine form of DANIEL. It has been commonly used in the English-speaking world only since the 20th century.

Spanish, Portuguese and Italian form of RODERICK. A notable bearer was Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, also known as El Cid, an 11th-century Spanish military commander.

Hebrew-speaking Countries

He will be gracious

a modern blend of Jessica, which means 'to behold' or 'wealthy'.

African American Vernacular English

God is gracious

Derived from the name ‘Nikita,’ meaning ‘unconquered’ or ‘victorious’.

From a fictional perspective, possibly inspired by tendencies or nurturing qualities.

Derived from the name Charlie, meaning 'free man'.

Short form of 'Courtney', meaning 'from the court.'

Une forme de Michel

goddess of learning

English-speaking countries

foresight, to behold

A blend of 'Rose' and 'Alexandra'.

a flower or plant

A variant of the name 'Satarah', often interpreted as a form of 'star'.

variation of the name Dena

Persian-speaking countries

meaning 'possessor', 'wealthy' or 'kingly'.

Yiddish-speaking communities

Derived from Keia, meaning 'your' or 'yours' in Hawaiian.

Star or star-like

A blend of Charles (meaning 'free man') and Lisa (a diminutive of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath')

beautiful, delicate

A modern variant of the name Theresa, meaning 'harvest' or 'to harvest'

Slavic countries

A beloved name with deep roots

exalted one, elevated

A variant of Kate, meaning 'pure'.

A beloved name with deep roots

A variant of the name Stephan, meaning 'crown'.

Loving and beloved

A modern invented name.

a derivative of 'Sherry', meaning beloved or darling

the name of a type of fish

A modern variation of the name Jessica, expressing elegance and charm.

A beloved name with deep roots

A combination name primarily consisting of 'Tiffany', meaning 'epiphany' or 'manifestation', and 'Marie', a common French name meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved'.

A blend of 'Glenn' which means valley and the suffix '-isha' generally meaning feminine.

a combination of Lauren and Ashley, often symbolizing honor and ash tree

Derived from a surname, possibly meaning 'island or riverside land'

noble strength and rose

A beloved name with deep roots

from the valley by the meadow

A beloved name with deep roots

A modern creation, possibly derived from 'Kelvee' and 'isha'

A variant of the name Misha, often interpreted as 'gift from God'

one who is a fighter

having a good temper; someone who is smart and wise.

Christian follower

Persian-speaking countries

English-speaking countries

English-speaking countries

a modern invented name, possibly a variant of Teresa, meaning 'harvester'.

Colorful, joyous

English-speaking countries

from the ash tree meadow

angel or messenger

Native American

Native American

A variant of 'Kassandra', meaning 'shining upon man'

Unique variation of Keisha or similar names.

Arabic countries

A woman of great beauty and virtue

Pure and beloved

Hebrew-speaking regions

held by the heel

Michaelchristop

who is like God; Christ bearer

a unique created name with no definitive meaning, often interpreted as 'shaky' with a feminine twist

A modern invented name, possibly a variant of Tiara.

A beloved name with deep roots

Hebrew-speaking countries

fragrance, scent

Diminutive of KATE.

Singer; to sing

a variation of Kendra, meaning 'knowledge' or 'understanding'

a modern feminine form of Kenneth

Mariadelosangel

Mary of the Angels

A beloved name with deep roots

A blend of the name Demetra and the suffix -sha

A variation of Jasmine, which refers to the flower known for its fragrant and beautiful flowers.; Derived from 'Yasmin' (ياسمين), which also means 'jasmine flower.'

Derived from 'Rashaun' or 'Rashawn', associated with meaning 'brave' or 'courageous'.

enduring, steadfast

Spanish-speaking countries

A modern variation of the name Kanisha, typically used in African American communities.

A modern name derived from the combination of 'Sha' and 'Naya', often thought to mean 'God is gracious' or 'beautiful'.

believed to be a combination of names or a creative variant.

Derived from 'Julianus', meaning 'youthful'

A modern variant of the name Kearney or Karrie.

A modern blend of names such as 'Kea' or 'Andrea'.

The name Kendar may be related to 'ken', which in Turkish can refer to a 'knowledge' or 'understanding' domain.

A blend of names; no specific historical meaning

young man or prince

English-speaking countries

Delicacy or subtlety; Refinement

Hebrew-speaking regions

delicate; tender

Spanish-speaking countries

Of Britain or the British Islands

A beloved name with deep roots

to be steadfast

English-speaking countries

Keeper of the keys; pure

a combination of the names 'Sherry' and 'Monica'

A feminine variation of the name Jiles, modernly associated with joyful or cheerful.

a blend of names often indicating 'the one who is supreme'

A modern invention, possibly a combination of Rae and Nesha

Radiance; brilliance.

Derived from the combination of names Tania and Asha, meaning 'fairy queen' and 'hope' respectively.

The one who is bold

a name meaning 'a girl who is hailed'

A unique name possibly derived from 'shatter' and 'terra'.

A modern variation of the name 'Juan', which means 'God is gracious'.

A variant of Danielle, which is the feminine form of Daniel, meaning 'God is my judge.'

born on Christmas day

Derived form of Brittany or Brittain.

Hebrew; Variant of Elisha

Variant of Jesse; Gift

A modern American name that combines elements of names like Jaleesa and Alicia.

light or illumination; light

A woke from sleep.

A unique variation, possibly inspired by 'Tantum', meaning 'as much' or 'only'

Hebrew-speaking countries

Supplanter, holder of the heel

From Chinese 成 (chéng) meaning "completed, finished, succeeded" or 诚 (chéng) meaning "sincere, honest, true", as well as other characters which are pronounced similarly.

shining, clear; a crystal-like beauty

Talfryn's settlement

Possibly derived from a combination of names like Lane and Nacia.

God is gracious

Derived from 'Jacobi', meaning 'supplanter'

From the pear tree

A unique blend of sounds, often conveying beauty and strength.

Chessica is a modern invented name inspired by the name Jessica, referring loosely to themes of chess or strategy.

variant of Tisha, meaning 'she who has good fortune'

Derived from 'Brittany', which relates to a region in France or signifies 'from Britain'.

Enchanting or charmed

a variant of Alicia, meaning 'noble'

One who comes from a valley