Report 0 Reply. In America this name has flown under the radar for the most part, only peaking a bit in the 1960's. Your baby to be might be destined for greatness like some of the Virginias that went before them. Leslie can be both a female and male name, but often times we hear it used in reference to ladies. Vintage baby names are back in fashion, so browse through our list of the best vintage baby names and take inspiration. What's in a name you ask? Kim Kardashian, Kim Basinger, Kim Catrall, Kim Fields, and Kim Richards are a few celebrities that come to mind when we think of the name "Kim." If you decide to go with this oldie but goodie, your daughter will be in good company. They are not likely to ever be embarrassed because of those fine old names. Have any old timer names that you don't hear now days? What's in a name you ask? She named one of her five little darlings Hattie! Annie 7. Due to the story the name means "judgement" and "vindication." We often see James as a middle name for a boy and even noticed Jameson starting to grab parents attention over the last few years, but the name Jaime has yet to make a certified name comeback for males and females alike. We think this name has what it takes to come back around. So even though the name Brooklyn has become popular in recent years, Brooke itself hasn't gotten as much attention. Perhaps some of these will add a sense of nostalgia or historic accuracy to a story or poem you’re writing! A little known fact for you all: Kimberly was actually a male name long before it became the popular female name that we commonly know today. Choosing your newborn’s name is one of the biggest decisions you’ll have to make, so spend some time making a shortlist and finding your favourites. It's silly, but I feel like it gives the little one a leg up on the competition in life. No matter how the trends change over time, this name is one that you will never regret giving your precious kiddo. Even so, a lot of people don't like the trend. During that year it was the tenth most used baby girl name. I like Laura. After the nineteen hundreds the name lost it's charm with the public. You would think that more expecting parents would snag this name up especially since the nicknames derived from Virginia are too cute. You want to set them up for success and you don’t want to give them anything too weird, no matter which celebrity name is trending. 2. I'm looking for suggestions on names you don't often hear, but are easy to spell/ pronounce. It pairs perfectly with common middle names like Lou, Jane, Lynne, and Marie. The name Renee stems from France and can be both male and female. This name means “the spring”. What are some boy and girl names from years past that you don't hear anymore? Although we haven't seen this name gather any traction since its heyday, if you love a feminine, vintage name with flair, then this might be a great pick for you and your little one. The good news is because it is a gender neutral name, like Jaime and Lou, if you truly love it and want to wait until the big day to see what you are having, you can settle on Lindsay and start monogramming everything in sight now! Neither are my style, but they are certainly names you don't hear often! This is another name that had a ton of mom fans in the 1980's. We are rooting for this one. http://mommynoire.com/18095/10-vintage-girls-names-unique-names-you-dont-hear-anymore/7 WILLOW: A very popular name for women in the early 1900's dropped to off in the late 1960's as the name slowly transitioned to it's shorter form. Unlike many of the friends I grew up with, I always kind of liked my name. Well, then this list of vintage girls names is for you! The name was fairly steadily used from the 1940's until the 1980's with its peak years being in the 1950's and 1960s. But there might just be more than meets the eye to these vintage "old lady" names. Willa. It's a fab choice of name it you plan on giving birth to the world's next mega star. Names become trendy and popular, then tend to fall off the face of the earth only to resurface in later decades. This name's versatility comes in the form of spelling. [I think Ruthie needs to figure out the difference between Janet and Joyce] --- Prettiest name of those 10: Pamela (second: Janet, third: Madeline) Worst name of those 10: Leona (close second: Hattie, third: Willow). The name was most often hear back in the 1960's, but even then it wan't exactly overused. Just saying the name out loud kind of makes me smile. If you are looking for a cute name that feels vintage yet also has family roots, take a look at your family tree. 21 Clementine. I wouldn't mind a little Ginny or Ginger running around the house. Back then you were bound to have at least three "Lauras" living on your street alone. Fast forward a few years later and Lindsay sits way down around number five hundred and seventy. Might as well snag a name up that reflects how you feel about your tiny ray of sunshine right? Ideas? Website for moms seeking advice, community, and entertainment. Despite their booming popularity in the early 1900's, these favorites quickly became vintage … Since then, the name has slowly been forgotten. In Latin the word means glory, which is a pretty straight and narrow translation for those who are looking for a feminine name with little fuss and muss. When our country was founded, Virginia was a fairly common name. Today is ranks #937. http://mommynoire.com/18095/10-vintage-girls-names-unique-names-you-dont-hear-anymore/6 MADELINE: rose to popularity in the early 90's and quickly but quickly lost it's momentum at the turn of the 21st century. If you are looking for baby names that can't be shortened, then here is the list for you. There are a lot of vintage baby girl names which you can choose for your nice daughter. This name comes with the bonus of ready-made nicknames like Carol or Carrie. The nice thing about this name is it is unique, having seen a decline in its use over the last few decades, but it isn't so out there as to have people wonder what you were on when you named your kid. The only place to satisfy all of your guilty pleasures. Another option for parents looking for girl names that were once the jam, but no longer widely used is to name your darling Elizabeth and call her Liza for short. It saw a serious spike in the 1980s and has since been on the decline. m. maggie_may22. The name, like so many names, stems from the name Elizabeth. Oh baby, picking a name can seem like an impossible task. Serving up the hottest food trends and the inside scoop on restaurants worldwide. Choosing Elizabeth basically gives you twenty options in one! This charming Jewish name that you rarely hear any longer has biblical roots, making it very, very old. It's a great choice for both boys and girls, making it perfect for parents who want to settle on a name for their child but don't necessarily want to know what they are having until their baby's birth date. Included are biblical ones, famous people, fictional characters, and the most popular ones from 2017, in addition to a list of almost every name you can think of. If you’re looking for vintage girl names, you’ve come to the right place. These days it is pretty much never used unless it was your Grannie's name and you are a huge believer in naming kids after family. A lot of these names were very popular when I was in school. The first baby ever born in the new world was even named Virginia. That is the great thing about the name Elizabeth- there are dozens of shortened, changed up versions of the name to choose from. We have to make Sylvia or Sylvie happen guys. It is feminine, sweet, has tons of personality and is definitely a bit of a vintage charmer. Remember me. Following the play the name Gloria gained some notoriety and then died back down again. It just so happened to make the short list of contenders for my second daughter. Its classy, feminine and deserves a second shot at sitting on the Popular Baby names charts. But the name has stayed in the top 100 most popular names since 2010. Then there are names like Matthew, Luke, Michael, Adam, David, Robert that are still used but nowhere near as much as they were so not statistically popular anymore. The male version of this moniker is Ebbe or Eberhard. Why not? The name became popular as did variations of Clement such as Clementia, Clemence, and Clemency. I don't know about you, but I'm ready for this name to start coming back. Is there a better example of the pendulum of life swinging to and fro than what is currently trendy? In fact the name wasn't a name at all until play write George Bernard Shaw used it in his 20th century play, You can Never Tell. Here are some names from way back that no one uses anymore, but they are beautiful. It's kind of mysterious and fancy don't you think? While it peaked a few hundred years ago, it has been steadily slipping down the ranks every since then. http://mommynoire.com/18095/10-vintage-girls-names-unique-names-you-dont-hear-anymore January 25, 2013 3:34pm By Ruthie Hawkins [what about *her* name?] These are beautiful old fashioned girl names that avoid the trends, since those cycle through so quickly. This lovely name most definitely had its day in the sun... about four hundred years ago. I bet you anything there are a few Bettys on those lower branches somewhere. Known for being a multi-gendered name, Lindsay was the cat's meow back when I was growing up. In the Old Testament Dinah was the seventh child of Leah and Jacob. In the 40's, Joyve held a strong position in the top 20 girls name category. Now ranked #996, Ann originally held a spot in the top 100 names from 1899-1973. http://mommynoire.com/18095/10-vintage-girls-names-unique-names-you-dont-hear-anymore/10 LEONA: meaning "lioness" ranked in the top 100 from 1896-1921. The name Ebba is uber popular in the country of Sweden and I personally love this name choice for a lovely, little girl. In other parts of the world the name Gloria has remained a consistent, strong choice for naming a girl, but not so much here in the States. Now since my baby making days are long gone it will be up to you good parents-to-be to bring this name back into rotation and make it popular again. Collapse. In the 40's, Joyve held a strong position in the top 20 girls name category. http://mommynoire.com/18095/10-vintage-girls-names-unique-names-you-dont-hear-anymore/3 ROSEANNE: meaning 'gracious rose,' currently ranked at #14265 had a big boom in 1999. The hipster name belongs to some very famous ladies as well including author Virginia Woolf and Ginger Rodgers. Currently, it seems that vintage names are back in fashion … I personally love this name and think it's high time to put it back on the popularity charts. It's a perfect choice for someone looking for something both unique and biblical all at the same time. Therefore, if you want your little baby girl to be beautiful like spring, this name will be a good choice. And one of them is Cerelia. 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You can't really go wrong with this lovely Gaelic name as it truly rolls right off of the tongue. The name Lucile most likely came from it's Latin form of Lucia, meaning light. Today it stands at #993. http://mommynoire.com/18095/10-vintage-girls-names-unique-names-you-dont-hear-anymore/5 DOROTHY: was a very popular name in the first half of the 20th century. Nothing. Well, for the following names, in today's world, apparently not so much. Clementine is a name you don't hear all that often, although a few hipsters here and there are beginning to catch onto its awesomeness. What is there not to lie about this beautiful Hebrew name with tons of meaning? There are several ways to go when spelling this lovely name like Carry, Carrie and Kari. Tori Spelling knew what was up. These days Harriet and Hattie aren't ranking high on any trendy name charts, but perhaps both or either will see a bit of a resurgence in years to come. In France the name means "reborn" so its not a bad choice for a mother who is about to pop out a tiny mini me! Lol. Despite their booming popularity in the early 1900's, these favorites quickly became vintage finds among a host of trendy popular names. When Christianity became the be all-end all in Europe hundreds of years ago several church leaders decided on adopting the name Clement. I already shared my top 50 classic boy names, and now I’m sharing the girl counterpart. See active discussions on Baby Names Favorite old girl's name you don't hear anymore? Although we rarely hear this name any longer, you have to admit "Little Liza" has a certain ring to it! Like other awesome cultural aspects that are no more, the name Laura bowed out gracefully to make room for the Madisons and Hannahs and Bellas of the world. That was one of the names I pleaded a case for when I was preggers with my first daughter. If you are in the midst of the great name hunt and are expecting a little lady, you'll want to check these twenty-five names out that once ruled the charts, but you just rarely hear anymore. That’s all about the article “Top 14 vintage baby girl names … Over the years Kimberly has decreased in popularity and you rarely head children with this name these days. Its a great choice for anyone who wants a lovely throwback name, but doesn't want to go all the way back to the stone age. There is a reason you don't hear Anita too often anymore. Who is with me? P. Cafe Mom lists a number of rules for baby names and Bentley breaks two of them. It's sweet, has vintage flair and is easy on the ears. Hit the flipper. Watching Judge Judy recently, saw a case where the plantiff was gay with a=. If you trace this name back to it's early roots, it means strong. If you’re like me, you’re likely not a fan of the new, trendy names making their rounds. Log in with Facebook Sign-in with Twitter Sign-in with Google; Forums; Features; ... 10 Vintage Girls Names You Dont Hear Anymore. These names are also timeless and have been around for years. The name Leslie hit its high point in popularity in 1981, and is fairly rare these days. I see no reason why Hattie and Harriet shouldn't be short lists, especially if vintage charm is something that you are looking for in a name. This fun name of yester-year stems from an old favorite, Harriet, and can be traced back to it's Germanic roots meaning "home" and "ruler" or "power." Clearly something was in the water during the late sixties and seventies that made mamas go gaga for the name Kimberly. In the year 2016 Carolyn had slid down the ranks all the way to a dismal number 810! Just as there are a whole whack of middle-aged women named Jennifer and Allison, one day there will be a crop of middle-aged women answering to the likes of Mikayla, Taylor, and Madison. Despite their booming popularity in the early 1900's, these favorites quickly became vintage finds among a host of trendy popular names. A name you really don't hear much of these days is the Old Testament title Lemuel, a Hebrew name which means "devoted to God." During the Reformation years all varieties of Clement fell from grace and the name didn't come back into trend until the nineteenth century with the female version, Clementine. http://mommynoire.com/18095/10-vintage-girls-names-unique-names-you-dont-hear-anymore/2 JOYCE: despite it's happy Latin meaning "merry or joyous," this name currently ranks at #969. When you think of "Bentley" you're more likely to think of the car rather than a cute little kid. Today it is ranked at #929. http://mommynoire.com/18095/10-vintage-girls-names-unique-names-you-dont-hear-anymore/11 JANET: another uncommon girls name, Joyce comes in at #951 despite it's popularity in the 1930's. This name has Australian roots meaning "home by the sea" which makes me think of peace and serenity- both great hopes for your darling daughter. The name has Latin roots and mean mild or gentle, perfect for a sweet baby girl. m. mblazeee. Take a look at this list of beautiful yet uncommon vintage names you don’t hear anymore. The name Brooke had its moment of glory back in the 1990's when it peaked in popularity. What's in a name you ask? This name was made popular by famous American actress Lucile Ball, but its trend upwards didn't last for very long. This is another old fashioned beauty that stems from the timeless name Elizabeth. Well, for the following names, in today's world, apparently not so much. Old-fashioned names are perfect for seasoned baby-name hunters, as they are usually interesting, fashion-forward, stand the test of time, and able provide a new and quirky charm on the school playground. Even though Sara isn't exactly a super trendy name right now, it is well known and sure to come back around at some point. Ladies: 1) The name Ethel peaked around 1900, yet doesn’t even rank in the 1,000 baby names after 1975.. 2) Roslyn was most popular during the 1920s and 30s, but hasn’t been in the top 1,000 since 1973. D. dispor Every generation has them, and after a few years, they seem to go out of style as quickly as they came into it. Take a look at this list of beautiful yet uncommon vintage names you don’t hear anymore. Hi guys! In 2015 it was ranked number 162 in popularity here in the States, but over in parts of Europe parents can not get enough of this name. We came up with 100 rare names for girls that you may have never heard of before. This name is downright gorgeous and you can pull about one thousand nicknames from it that are equally stunning: Ella, Elaine, Lainey, Anna, Nora, and Elle are ones that immediately come to mind. 1. ReadyForNo2. My girls are the light of my life, I am sure yours will be too! Back then it ranked way up the charts at number thirty-five. Despite their booming popularity in the early 1900's, these favorites quickly became vintage finds among a host of trendy popular names. Reactions: DaisyDuck001. Back in 1942 the United States was crawling with little Carolyns. 11 Words And Phrases That Have Fallen Out Of Use The name Sylvia was really popular back in the eighteen and nineteen hundreds. This old English name is awfully pretty for a little love and is even though it is no longer popular, it can still make a comeback as a trendy name choice. I have a friend who just named her baby girl Nixon and another friend who named her boy Bridger. The name enjoyed more popularity in the 1800's with the American ballad, Oh My darling Clementine, but hasn't been heard of in recent years. I see no reason why it shouldn't be enjoying the same popularity as Hazel, Isabel, Maeve, Emma and Pearl. It popped up again in the 1990's when recording artist Laura Branigan paid it homage. Names such as Chrissy, Tiffany and Steph were go-to names in the eighties and I think everyone has an Aunt Nancy who has born in the sixties. In Italian the name means "shining light" which is equally appropriate in my opinion. I also kind of feel like you are destined for beauty with this name, every Brooke I know is drop dead gorgeous. http://mommynoire.com/18095/10-vintage-girls-names-unique-names-you-dont-hear-anymore/4 HATTIE: from 1880-1913, this name stood strong as one of the top 100 girls names. The nickname Sylvie is downright adorable and I'm a bit surprised that the shortened version hasn't become a trend in itself. The meaning and story behind this name isn't all that flattering, but the actual name is quite lovely. The male version has also ceased in trend since names like Gavin and Porter have caught on like wildfire and filled the United States Kindergarten classrooms. http://mommynoire.com/18095/10-vintage-girls-names-unique-names-you-dont-hear-anymore/2 JOYCE: despite it's happy Latin meaning "merry or joyous," this name currently ranks at #969. We think it is a lovely, non-complicated choice of name for any little girl to call her own. Get Away Today. And if you’re a millennial—you’ve probably never used these terms! I love myself a good versatile name. Hit the flipper. Maybe I'll start a "Bring Back Eleanora" campaign in my spare time. The name exudes sweetness and charm and I feel like it fits especially well in the South. It's meaning translates to princess, what could be better than naming your little girl princess? If this name is too French feeling or maybe you went to middle school with a girl named Renee who was a total you-know-what, consider it for a middle name in the least. Continue reading "VINTAGE GIRLS NAMES: UNIQUE NAMES YOU DON’T HEAR ANYMORE" May 1, 2013 - What’s in a name, you ask? Forgot password or user name? Take a look at this list of beautiful yet uncommon vintage names you don’t hear anymore. 82 Comments. If you are looking for a name that isn't seeing its trendiest years any longer, but will definitely be recognized and appreciated, this one might be a good pick for you. The name fizzled out in the nineties and hasn't peaked back onto the Popular Name Charts since then, but hopefully that is going to change. 4) While the popularity of Velma as a name peaked in the early 1900s, there was a slight comeback around 1973. This once common name is going to sneak up the charts soon, I can just sense it! This cute little name hit a high point in 1983 and 1984 when every third kid in you class was called Lindsay. After all it has the same simplicity and vintage charm that other comeback names have. Andrea was a pretty kicking name back in the eighties, I think there were at least three of them in my third grade class. The names Ella and even Eleanor have seen a massive jump in popularity and we think that Eleanora is lovely and feminine and deserves a chance to be considered. We ended up with four stunning daughters...but no Lucys in our home. 10 Vintage Girls' Names You Don't Hear Anymore, http://mommynoire.com/18095/10-vintage-girls-names-unique-names-you-dont-hear-anymore January 25, 2013 3:34pm By Ruthie Hawkins [what about *her* name?] July 2010. Please and thank you Actually had one grandma call a couch a chesterfield and the other call it a davenport, for a long time I thought the grandmas didn't know what a couch was. Not big on names you can't pronounce? You'll find over 275 boy and girl names. Literally speaking Brooke means "tiny stream," but it can also mean "God's promise" and "purity." Complete strangers will want to weigh in on what to call your bundle of joy: name her after your dead grandma, find something that no one has ever heard of before, combine your two favorite name choices and create your own unique moniker. Any help is … Oldest First. or Sign Up. I love me some Lindsay! The name Kimberly was all the rage back in the 1970's and we have a plethora of famous faces to prove its power. We had at least four Debbies, several Carols and Barbaras, a few Lindas, and at l 31 Girls' Names You Don't Hear Anymore - The Catbird Seat I don't want the same thing for my daughter! I love the concept of choosing a name with a meaning such as strength. My mom begged me to name one of my girls Lucy, but my husband has this thing against naming the kids shortened versions of originals and I wasn't warming up to Lucile like he had hoped I would. Share. I also really like this name's cousin, Laurel. In its purest form Carrie means strong and "free man" and was derived from Caroline, which is another name you don't often hear these days but I am kind of obsessed with. They were literally everywhere, entire elementary schools were full of Lauras, Heathers and Stephanies. Bessie, Bertha, Agnes --they don't sound like a hip 2000s baby. While not entirely unique (you’ve probably heard them all before), they also aren’t names you hear over and over. I don't want anything that sounds ugly or "too unique", but an old fashioned name that isn't used much anymore … Not big on names you can't pronounce? If you choose this for your daughter you can pretty much guarantee that she will be the only Dinah in her class. Elsie 4. Ruby Lee 2. The name is neither too masculine nor too feminine, making it a great middle of the road name for anyone hoping to bring up a well rounded lad or lady. Well, for the following names, in today's world, apparently not so much. Instead, I’m a fan of old fashioned names that stand the test of time. Log in. SJ Strum. This is another name that was really common a few decades ago, but really has tapered off in recent years. So even though Ebba is a raging success overseas, the Germanic Saint's name has been on the down-low here in America for years and years. I want to find a good girls name that has a long history but doesn't sound too "old lady"-ish. I personally love the name Liza. Not big on names you can't pronounce? What are some old fashioned names that aren't used much anymore? The main character in the classic novel, War and Peace, was named Vera. Considering androgyny is trending in the fashion and pop cultural world, Jaime makes a current and hip choice to call your kid. If you decide this name is for you, then there is a good chance your tiny wonder will be the only Vera on their tee ball team or in their preschool class. It's a girl thing. When it comes to baby naming everyone and their mother has an opinion about which direction you should head. And I really like Hulen, or Buford for a boy. What other words are old-fashioned sounding that you just don't hear much anymore, or at all? Evelyn 6. Pair it with a single syllable middle name like Jean, Sue, or Ann and you have a winner! This name has stayed under-wraps to this day and is patiently awaiting its comeback. We’ve compiled a list of 100 girl names you haven’t heard of because we know finding unique baby name can be overwhelming. Well, for the following names, in today's world, apparently not so much. She was kidnapped and mistreated causing her band of brothers to avenge her. I love that you can shorten this name up and use Ande or even Drea as fun pet names. Well, then this list of vintage girls names is for you! Gloria is far more new-age compared to other contenders on this list that date back hundreds of years. Unique names don't have to be new and invented: They can also be vintage names revived from either the near or distant past. It's for a story. Try it on for size, I have yet to meet anyone who wants to disown their parents for naming them any version of Kristen so chances are if you choose this you will not ruin your bond with your child over it. When you are expecting a baby, name hunting is one of the funnest activities you get to do, the search can also be slightly overwhelming. Vintage baby names are all the rage, and some have really shot up in popularity over the last decade or so. My daughter is named Lucy. Harriet was very popular in eighteenth century England and its popularity trickled on over into other English speaking countries. The name has Latin roots and mean mild or gentle, perfect for a sweet baby girl. Unique vintage girl names on their way back into style include Sybil, Isadora, Cordelia, and Olympia. 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