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Popular Baby Names from the 1890s

The most popular baby names of the 1890s, ranked by number of births recorded by the Social Security Administration.

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Girl Names of the 1890s

  1. 1.
    Mary

    Hebrew · Beloved

    131,138 births
  2. 2.
    Anna

    Hebrew · Graceful favor and cherished blessing

    55,261 births
  3. 3.
    Margaret

    Greek · Pearl of great price, luminous and precious

    37,937 births
  4. 4.
    Helen

    Greek · Bright light

    37,802 births
  5. 5.
    Elizabeth

    Hebrew · My God is a promise

    33,879 births
  6. 6.
    Ruth

    Hebrew · Friend

    32,867 births
  7. 7.
    Florence

    Latin · Blooming and flourishing with timeless grace and beauty

    32,345 births
  8. 8.
    Ethel

    Old English · Noble spirit with gentle, timeless grace

    31,453 births
  9. 9.
    Emma

    Germanic · Whole and universal, complete in spirit

    28,652 births
  10. 10.
    Marie

    Hebrew / Latin · Beloved

    25,853 births
  11. 11.
    Clara

    Latin · Bright and clear, radiant with luminous grace

    25,473 births
  12. 12.
    Bertha

    Germanic / Old German · Bright and glorious, shining strength

    25,125 births
  13. 13.
    Minnie

    Germanic / Hebrew · Resolute protector and beloved little spark

    24,615 births
  14. 14.
    Bessie

    Hebrew (via English nickname tradition) · God's devoted promise and steadfast devotion

    24,417 births
  15. 15.
    Alice

    Germanic · Noble

    24,415 births
  16. 16.
    Lillian

    Latin · Pure and innocent as a lily

    24,106 births
  17. 17.
    Edna

    Hebrew · Rejuvenation and delight in living

    24,068 births
  18. 18.
    Grace

    Latin · Divine blessing, elegance, and merciful kindness

    23,804 births
  19. 19.
    Annie

    Hebrew · Grace and favor; beloved and cherished

    23,122 births
  20. 20.
    Mabel

    Latin · Lovable and worthy of affection

    21,991 births
  21. 21.
    Ida

    Germanic / Old Norse · Industrious spirit, hardworking and purposeful

    21,212 births
  22. 22.
    Rose

    Latin · The beloved flower, symbol of love and beauty

    21,134 births
  23. 23.
    Hazel

    English · Wisdom and grace from the hazel tree

    20,154 births
  24. 24.
    Gertrude

    Old German · Spear of strength, noble warrior spirit within

    19,898 births
  25. 25.
    Martha

    Aramaic · The lady

    19,415 births
  26. 26.
    Pearl

    Latin · Luminous gem born from the sea, precious always

    19,054 births
  27. 27.
    Frances

    Latin · Free one

    18,090 births
  28. 28.
    Myrtle

    Greek · Plant of love and virtue, evergreen beauty

    17,717 births
  29. 29.
    Edith

    Old English · Prosperous in war

    17,650 births
  30. 30.
    Nellie

    Greek / English · Bright light

    17,285 births
  31. 31.
    Sarah

    Hebrew · Princess, a woman of dignity and grace

    17,154 births
  32. 32.
    Ella

    Old English / Old German · All, or other

    17,072 births
  33. 33.
    Eva

    Hebrew / Latin · Living and breathing, giver of life

    16,460 births
  34. 34.
    Laura

    Latin · Crowned with laurel, honored and evergreen

    16,433 births
  35. 35.
    Elsie

    Scottish / English · My God is a promise

    16,375 births
  36. 36.
    Louise

    French / Germanic · Renowned warrior woman, celebrated strength and glory

    15,174 births
  37. 37.
    Esther

    Hebrew / Persian · Star

    14,737 births
  38. 38.
    Catherine

    Greek · Pure

    14,502 births
  39. 39.
    Agnes

    Greek / Latin · Pure in heart, radiant with gentle strength

    14,429 births
  40. 40.
    Carrie

    English · Graceful and beloved bearer of love

    14,276 births
  41. 41.
    Lillie

    Latin · Pure white lily, grace and innocence blooming

    14,093 births
  42. 42.
    Mildred

    Old English · Gentle strength and tender mercy

    13,792 births
  43. 43.
    Gladys

    Welsh · Small sword of radiant joy and strength

    13,622 births
  44. 44.
    Irene

    Greek · Peace

    13,621 births
  45. 45.
    Julia

    Latin · Youthful

    13,448 births
  46. 46.
    Hattie

    English · Ruler of the home

    12,909 births
  47. 47.
    Cora

    Greek · Maiden of pure beauty and innocence

    12,880 births
  48. 48.
    Lena

    Greek / Latin / Germanic · Bright light

    12,491 births
  49. 49.
    Josephine

    Hebrew · God will increase, brings abundance and blessings

    12,463 births
  50. 50.
    Mattie

    Hebrew · Gift of God, strong and steadfast

    12,449 births
  51. 51.
    Jennie

    Hebrew / Scottish English · God's gracious gift, fair and pure

    11,876 births
  52. 52.
    Jessie

    Hebrew · God's gift and grace with noble strength

    11,870 births
  53. 53.
    Maude

    Germanic · Mighty strength and powerful grace

    11,304 births
  54. 54.
    Alma

    Latin / Spanish · Nourishing soul, generous and life-giving

    11,184 births
  55. 55.
    Mae

    English / Latin · Beloved, or pearl

    10,918 births
  56. 56.
    Blanche

    French / Latin · Pure white, bright and luminous

    10,860 births
  57. 57.
    Dorothy

    Greek · Gift of God, divine blessing bestowed with love

    10,846 births
  58. 58.
    Ada

    Hebrew / Germanic · Noble and precious beyond measure

    10,379 births
  59. 59.
    Lucy

    Latin · Light

    10,323 births
  60. 60.
    Lula

    Arabic / Germanic · Pearl of wisdom, precious and luminous

    10,238 births
  61. 61.
    Mamie

    Hebrew · Beloved treasure, cherished and adored

    10,085 births
  62. 62.
    Fannie

    Hebrew · Free one

    9,898 births
  63. 63.
    Stella

    Latin · Star—a shining light guiding the way

    9,807 births
  64. 64.
    Katherine

    Greek · Pure

    9,408 births
  65. 65.
    Viola

    Latin · Violet flower, delicate and dignified

    9,386 births
  66. 66.
    Ruby

    Latin · Precious red jewel, vibrant and deeply treasured

    8,699 births
  67. 67.
    Dora

    Greek · Gift of wisdom and precious generosity

    8,684 births
  68. 68.
    Maggie

    Greek · Pearl, precious gem; luminous and cherished

    8,607 births
  69. 69.
    Nora

    Irish Gaelic / Latin · Honor, or bright light

    8,293 births
  70. 70.
    Rosa

    Latin · A blooming flower of gentle beauty and love

    7,881 births
  71. 71.
    Beatrice

    Latin · She who brings joy and blessedness

    7,500 births
  72. 72.
    Ellen

    Greek · Shining bright one, radiant and luminous soul

    7,435 births
  73. 73.
    Sadie

    Hebrew · Princess with grace and dignity

    7,398 births
  74. 74.
    Marion

    Latin / Hebrew · Of the sea and the stars, graceful

    7,310 births
  75. 75.
    Effie

    Greek · Well-spoken and radiant, eloquence and light

    6,961 births
  76. 76.
    May

    Latin / English · Radiant springtime month, fresh new beginnings

    6,880 births
  77. 77.
    Beulah

    Hebrew · The chosen bride, forever beloved

    6,785 births
  78. 78.
    Pauline

    Latin · Small, or humble

    6,635 births
  79. 79.
    Nettie

    Greek / Hebrew · Pure spark of light and strength

    6,538 births
  80. 80.
    Susie

    Hebrew · Graceful lily, pure and beautiful

    6,530 births
  81. 81.
    Della

    Latin / German · Noble

    6,410 births
  82. 82.
    Vera

    Russian / Latin · Faith

    6,377 births
  83. 83.
    Marguerite

    Greek / Latin · Pearl of purity, precious beauty that endures

    6,376 births
  84. 84.
    Daisy

    Old English · Day's eye, bright cheerful flower of innocence

    6,249 births
  85. 85.
    Lydia

    Greek · Beautiful, noble one

    5,942 births
  86. 86.
    Virginia

    Latin · Maiden

    5,864 births
  87. 87.
    Olive

    Latin · Symbol of peace and timeless wisdom

    5,713 births
  88. 88.
    Kathryn

    Greek · Pure

    5,653 births
  89. 89.
    Evelyn

    English · Wished for

    5,648 births
  90. 90.
    Sallie

    Hebrew · Wished for and cherished, pure-hearted and beloved

    5,580 births
  91. 91.
    Lizzie

    Hebrew · God's promise of wholeness and joy

    5,556 births
  92. 92.
    Lottie

    German · Free-spirited woman, strong and noble

    5,499 births
  93. 93.
    Emily

    Latin · Striving to excel

    5,476 births
  94. 94.
    Georgia

    Greek · Worker of the earth, cultivator of growth

    5,445 births
  95. 95.
    Flora

    Latin · Flowering beauty, goddess of blooms and spring

    5,442 births
  96. 96.
    Nancy

    Hebrew · Grace and elegance with a timeless charm

    5,346 births
  97. 97.
    Katie

    Greek · Pure

    5,178 births
  98. 98.
    Lucille

    Latin · Shining light, radiant bringer of illumination

    5,105 births
  99. 99.
    Leona

    Latin · Brave heart of a lioness

    5,083 births
  100. 100.
    Charlotte

    French · Free woman

    4,771 births

Boy Names of the 1890s

  1. 1.
    John

    Hebrew · God is gracious

    80,664 births
  2. 2.
    William

    Germanic (Old German) · Resolute protector; steadfast guardian with iron will

    72,244 births
  3. 3.
    James

    Hebrew · Supplanter, or may God protect

    50,723 births
  4. 4.
    George

    Greek · Farmer of the earth, connected to growth and stewardship

    43,358 births
  5. 5.
    Charles

    Germanic (Old German) · Free man

    36,848 births
  6. 6.
    Joseph

    Hebrew · God will increase; blessed with abundance and growth

    29,000 births
  7. 7.
    Frank

    Germanic · Free and honest-hearted soul

    28,718 births
  8. 8.
    Robert

    Germanic (Old German) · Bright fame; shining with renown and honor

    26,147 births
  9. 9.
    Edward

    Old English · Prosperous guardian, protector of wealth and wellbeing

    22,033 births
  10. 10.
    Henry

    Old Germanic · Ruler of the home

    21,664 births
  11. 11.
    Harry

    Germanic / English · Master of the household, bold ruler

    21,330 births
  12. 12.
    Thomas

    Aramaic · Twin, a name of deep connection and spiritual resonance

    21,115 births
  13. 13.
    Walter

    Germanic · Powerful leader of the army, strong warrior

    19,495 births
  14. 14.
    Arthur

    Welsh / Latin · Bear

    16,349 births
  15. 15.
    Fred

    Old German · Peaceful ruler with a gentle, steady strength

    14,270 births
  16. 16.
    Albert

    Germanic · Noble and bright

    13,753 births
  17. 17.
    Clarence

    Latin · Bright and shining, clear and illustrious

    11,901 births
  18. 18.
    Willie

    Germanic · Resolute protector with unwavering will

    9,849 births
  19. 19.
    Roy

    Old French / Latin · A king's noble grace and regal dignity

    9,779 births
  20. 20.
    Louis

    Germanic · Famous warrior

    8,442 births
  21. 21.
    Earl

    Old English · Noble warrior of distinguished rank and honor

    8,297 births
  22. 22.
    Paul

    Latin · Small, or humble

    8,181 births
  23. 23.
    Carl

    Germanic · Free man and strong warrior of the people

    8,047 births
  24. 24.
    Ernest

    Germanic · Serious and determined, genuine strength of spirit

    7,877 births
  25. 25.
    Samuel

    Hebrew · God has heard

    7,857 births
  26. 26.
    Raymond

    Germanic · Wise protector and counsel, strong guardian

    7,572 births
  27. 27.
    Richard

    Germanic (Old German) · Powerful ruler; brave heart with courageous strength

    7,572 births
  28. 28.
    Joe

    Hebrew · God will increase and multiply blessings

    7,482 births
  29. 29.
    David

    Hebrew · Beloved one; cherished with tenderness and grace

    7,333 births
  30. 30.
    Charlie

    Old Germanic / Old French · Free man

    7,261 births
  31. 31.
    Harold

    Old Norse · Powerful warrior with noble and steadfast heart

    7,018 births
  32. 32.
    Ralph

    Old Norse / Germanic · Wise wolf, swift counsel and protection

    6,951 births
  33. 33.
    Howard

    Old English / Old Norse · Noble guardian with a watchful, protective heart

    5,949 births
  34. 34.
    Andrew

    Greek · Strong and courageous, a true warrior spirit

    5,719 births
  35. 35.
    Herbert

    Old Germanic · Bright warrior, shining with strength

    5,660 births
  36. 36.
    Elmer

    Old English / Germanic · Noble and renowned, renowned for righteousness

    5,647 births
  37. 37.
    Oscar

    Old Norse / Irish Gaelic · Friend of the deer, or spear of the gods

    5,612 births
  38. 38.
    Jesse

    Hebrew · Gift

    5,396 births
  39. 39.
    Alfred

    Old English · Wise counselor from the enchanted forest

    5,373 births
  40. 40.
    Will

    Germanic · Strong-willed protector and resolute guardian

    5,210 births
  41. 41.
    Daniel

    Hebrew · God is my judge, a name of faith and divine wisdom

    5,185 births
  42. 42.
    Sam

    Hebrew · God has heard, listened with compassion

    4,941 births
  43. 43.
    Leo

    Latin · Brave lion, courageous and strong

    4,691 births
  44. 44.
    Jack

    Hebrew / English · God is gracious

    4,635 births
  45. 45.
    Lawrence

    Latin · Laurel

    4,597 births
  46. 46.
    Francis

    Latin · Free and independent spirit of the French people

    4,535 births
  47. 47.
    Benjamin

    Hebrew · Son of the right hand, favored and strong

    4,460 births
  48. 48.
    Lee

    Old English · Of the meadow, peaceful and serene

    4,384 births
  49. 49.
    Eugene

    Greek · Nobly born, of distinguished and worthy character

    4,303 births
  50. 50.
    Herman

    Old German · Warrior of the army, steadfast defender

    4,232 births
  51. 51.
    Peter

    Greek · Rock and foundation; steadfast and solid

    4,028 births
  52. 52.
    Frederick

    Germanic · Peaceful ruler

    3,994 births
  53. 53.
    Floyd

    English · Gray-haired and wise, dignified with age

    3,957 births
  54. 54.
    Michael

    Hebrew · Who is like God?

    3,926 births
  55. 55.
    Ray

    English / Latin · A beam of light—illuminating the way forward

    3,763 births
  56. 56.
    Lewis

    Old Germanic / Old French · Famed warrior, celebrated strength and nobility

    3,699 births
  57. 57.
    Claude

    Latin · Gracefully distinguished, calm and clear-minded

    3,636 births
  58. 58.
    Clyde

    Scottish / River name (Clyde River, Scotland) · The cleansing one

    3,625 births
  59. 59.
    Edwin

    Old English · Prosperous friend

    3,505 births
  60. 60.
    Tom

    Aramaic / Hebrew · Twin soul bringing warmth and truth

    3,335 births
  61. 61.
    Martin

    Latin · Warrior devoted to Mars, strong and fierce

    3,254 births
  62. 62.
    Leonard

    Latin / Old Germanic · Brave as a lion, courageous heart

    3,166 births
  63. 63.
    Ben

    Hebrew · Son of strength, steadfast and loyal

    3,156 births
  64. 64.
    Chester

    Old English / Latin · Fortress by the Roman camp, stronghold of protection

    3,021 births
  65. 65.
    Edgar

    Old English · Prosperous spear, wealthy protector and guardian

    2,982 births
  66. 66.
    Jim

    Hebrew · Supplanter with strength and determination

    2,841 births
  67. 67.
    Harvey

    Breton / Old English · Worthy in battle

    2,822 births
  68. 68.
    Russell

    Norman French / Latin · Little red one

    2,780 births
  69. 69.
    Lester

    English / Latin · From the Roman settlement, rooted in history

    2,702 births
  70. 70.
    Clifford

    Old English · From the cliff ford, steady and enduring

    2,701 births
  71. 71.
    Luther

    Old German · Warrior of the people, bold protector

    2,668 births
  72. 72.
    Homer

    Greek · Pledge and security, faithful guardian and protector

    2,637 births
  73. 73.
    Jacob

    Hebrew · Supplanter, or may God protect

    2,551 births
  74. 74.
    Leroy

    Old French · The king, regal and noble

    2,544 births
  75. 75.
    Otto

    Germanic · Wealth

    2,543 births
  76. 76.
    Guy

    French / Old Germanic · Forest

    2,487 births
  77. 77.
    Lloyd

    Welsh · Gray waters, calm and contemplative spirit

    2,480 births
  78. 78.
    Anthony

    Latin · Highly praiseworthy, or priceless

    2,453 births
  79. 79.
    Jessie

    Hebrew · God's gracious gift and blessing

    2,424 births
  80. 80.
    Hugh

    Germanic / Old French · Heart and spirit, luminous soul

    2,405 births
  81. 81.
    Ed

    Old English · Prosperous guardian and protector of riches

    2,346 births
  82. 82.
    Bernard

    Germanic · Strong as a bear, brave and powerful

    2,315 births
  83. 83.
    Theodore

    Greek · Gift of God

    2,300 births
  84. 84.
    Stanley

    Old English · From the stony clearing, steadfast and grounded

    2,297 births
  85. 85.
    Eddie

    Old English / Germanic · Prosperous guardian, blessed protector of wealth

    2,284 births
  86. 86.
    Patrick

    Latin · Nobleman

    2,233 births
  87. 87.
    Philip

    Greek · Lover of horses

    2,147 births
  88. 88.
    Leon

    Latin / Greek · Brave-hearted lion, symbol of courage

    2,103 births
  89. 89.
    Archie

    Greek · Genuine and bold

    2,068 births
  90. 90.
    Oliver

    Latin · Olive tree

    2,035 births
  91. 91.
    Allen

    Irish Gaelic, Scottish · Handsome, or little rock

    2,002 births
  92. 92.
    Alexander

    Greek · Defender of the people

    1,954 births
  93. 93.
    Dewey

    Welsh / Modern American · Beloved and precious as morning dew's fresh light

    1,921 births
  94. 94.
    Ira

    Hebrew · Watchful and alert, vigilant protector

    1,916 births
  95. 95.
    Everett

    English / Germanic · Strong as a wild boar, steadfast and brave

    1,902 births
  96. 96.
    Norman

    Old Norse / Old French · Strength and honor of the northmen

    1,891 births
  97. 97.
    Horace

    Latin · Timekeeping guardian of sacred moments and hours

    1,814 births
  98. 98.
    Victor

    Latin · Triumphant conqueror, strength in victory

    1,811 births
  99. 99.
    Cecil

    Latin · Blind to distraction, devoted and visionary

    1,808 births
  100. 100.
    Donald

    Scottish Gaelic · Proud ruler of the world with great dominion

    1,786 births

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