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Popular Baby Names from the 1970s

The most popular baby names of the 1970s, ranked by number of births recorded by the Social Security Administration.

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Girl Names of the 1970s

  1. 1.
    Jennifer

    Cornish / Welsh · Fair one, a gentle beauty and radiance of spirit

    581,729 births
  2. 2.
    Amy

    Latin / French · Deeply beloved, cherished with affection

    268,994 births
  3. 3.
    Melissa

    Greek · Sweet as a honeybee, industrious and nurturing

    253,267 births
  4. 4.
    Michelle

    Hebrew · Who is like God?

    249,130 births
  5. 5.
    Kimberly

    Old English · Royal fortress meadow

    229,097 births
  6. 6.
    Lisa

    Hebrew · God's sacred oath and devotion

    228,690 births
  7. 7.
    Angela

    Latin / Greek · Messenger angel, heavenly and graceful

    225,262 births
  8. 8.
    Heather

    English · A blooming flowering plant of the moor, resilient and wild

    203,902 births
  9. 9.
    Stephanie

    Greek · Crown bearer, dignity and honor personified

    160,468 births
  10. 10.
    Nicole

    Greek · Victory of the people

    144,667 births
  11. 11.
    Jessica

    Hebrew · God beholds

    143,492 births
  12. 12.
    Elizabeth

    Hebrew · My God is a promise

    142,845 births
  13. 13.
    Rebecca

    Hebrew · Captivating, or joined together

    137,285 births
  14. 14.
    Kelly

    Irish Gaelic · Bright-headed, spirited and lively

    133,545 births
  15. 15.
    Mary

    Hebrew · Beloved

    126,254 births
  16. 16.
    Christina

    Latin / Greek · Follower of Christ, anointed one

    125,747 births
  17. 17.
    Amanda

    Latin · Worthy of love, beloved and admirable

    123,920 births
  18. 18.
    Julie

    Latin · Youthful

    121,919 births
  19. 19.
    Sarah

    Hebrew · Princess, a woman of dignity and grace

    118,823 births
  20. 20.
    Laura

    Latin · Crowned with laurel, honored and evergreen

    118,204 births
  21. 21.
    Shannon

    Irish Gaelic · Wise river, flowing with ancient grace

    113,793 births
  22. 22.
    Christine

    Latin / Greek · Follower of Christ; devoted and graceful

    103,236 births
  23. 23.
    Tammy

    Hebrew / Aramaic · Palm tree of integrity, graceful and upright

    98,830 births
  24. 24.
    Tracy

    Latin · From the path of Thrace, traveler of ancient lands

    95,536 births
  25. 25.
    Karen

    Greek · Pure-hearted and luminously sincere

    95,173 births
  26. 26.
    Dawn

    Old English · First light of hope and new beginnings

    92,446 births
  27. 27.
    Susan

    Hebrew · Graceful lily, blooming with beauty and purity

    88,308 births
  28. 28.
    Andrea

    Greek · Strength and courage, valiant spirit of a warrior

    86,424 births
  29. 29.
    Tina

    English · Small strong one, mighty in spirit

    84,764 births
  30. 30.
    Patricia

    Latin · Noble and of patrician birth, dignified and proud

    81,111 births
  31. 31.
    Cynthia

    Greek · Goddess of the moon, radiant and divine

    80,196 births
  32. 32.
    Lori

    Latin · Crowned with laurel, triumph and enduring honor

    77,777 births
  33. 33.
    Rachel

    Hebrew · Ewe of gentleness; innocent and tender grace

    77,749 births
  34. 34.
    April

    Latin · Blooming renewal and springtime awakening

    76,946 births
  35. 35.
    Maria

    Hebrew / Latin · Beloved

    76,373 births
  36. 36.
    Wendy

    Modern English · Fair, friendly wanderer of imagination

    74,185 births
  37. 37.
    Crystal

    Latin / Greek · Clarity and brightness, transparent beauty within

    73,757 births
  38. 38.
    Stacy

    Greek · Resurrection and new beginning's promise

    69,901 births
  39. 39.
    Erin

    Irish Gaelic · Ireland

    67,888 births
  40. 40.
    Jamie

    Hebrew · Supplanter, or may God protect

    67,845 births
  41. 41.
    Carrie

    English · Graceful and beloved bearer of love

    66,825 births
  42. 42.
    Tiffany

    Greek / Old French · Divine revelation and radiant manifestation of God

    65,158 births
  43. 43.
    Tara

    Irish Gaelic / Sanskrit · Star of the sea, and sacred hill of ancient wisdom

    65,072 births
  44. 44.
    Sandra

    Greek · Defender of humanity, strong and protective spirit

    64,340 births
  45. 45.
    Monica

    Latin · Advisor

    61,680 births
  46. 46.
    Danielle

    Hebrew · God is my judge

    60,918 births
  47. 47.
    Stacey

    Greek · Resurrection and new beginnings, renewed spirit

    59,210 births
  48. 48.
    Pamela

    Greek · Entirely sweetness and honey, gentle nurturer

    58,039 births
  49. 49.
    Tonya

    Russian / Slavic · Priceless treasure of inestimable worth

    57,789 births
  50. 50.
    Sara

    Hebrew · Princess, noble and dignified

    56,958 births
  51. 51.
    Michele

    Hebrew · Who is like God, graceful strength

    56,560 births
  52. 52.
    Teresa

    Greek · Summer harvest, warmth and abundance

    56,037 births
  53. 53.
    Denise

    Latin / French · Of Dionysus, spirited and joyfully alive

    55,868 births
  54. 54.
    Jill

    Latin / English · Youthful and joyful, playful spirit

    55,070 births
  55. 55.
    Katherine

    Greek · Pure

    54,048 births
  56. 56.
    Melanie

    Greek · Dark

    53,323 births
  57. 57.
    Dana

    Hebrew / Persian / Irish Gaelic · Wise judge, divine gift, bright beauty

    51,358 births
  58. 58.
    Holly

    English · The holly plant—symbol of protection and cheer

    50,464 births
  59. 59.
    Erica

    Old Norse · Eternal ruler, powerful and enduring leader

    49,595 births
  60. 60.
    Brenda

    Old Norse · Fiery sword, bold and burning spirit

    48,591 births
  61. 61.
    Deborah

    Hebrew · A swift and busy bee, strength and purpose

    47,855 births
  62. 62.
    Tanya

    Russian · Priceless and worthy of endless gratitude

    47,830 births
  63. 63.
    Sharon

    Hebrew · A fertile plain, abundance and graceful presence

    47,768 births
  64. 64.
    Donna

    Italian / Latin · Noble woman, dignity and quiet grace

    47,342 births
  65. 65.
    Amber

    Arabic / English · Warm golden resin, glowing with light and warmth

    47,063 births
  66. 66.
    Emily

    Latin · Striving to excel

    46,839 births
  67. 67.
    Robin

    English · Bright fame, like a cheerful songbird

    45,943 births
  68. 68.
    Linda

    Spanish / Latin · Beautiful and lovely, a simple grace and charm

    45,900 births
  69. 69.
    Kathleen

    Irish / Greek · Pure and clear, with strength of spirit

    44,847 births
  70. 70.
    Leslie

    Scottish Gaelic · Holly garden

    44,839 births
  71. 71.
    Christy

    Greek · Follower of Christ, anointed one with grace

    44,592 births
  72. 72.
    Kristen

    Latin · Follower of Christ, believer's faithful heart

    44,206 births
  73. 73.
    Catherine

    Greek · Pure

    43,864 births
  74. 74.
    Kristin

    Latin / Scandinavian · Follower of Christ, steadfast in faith and grace

    42,384 births
  75. 75.
    Misty

    Modern English · Ethereal and softly mysterious

    42,375 births
  76. 76.
    Barbara

    Greek · Uncommon and distinctive, like a stranger or traveler from afar

    42,237 births
  77. 77.
    Heidi

    German · Noble, graceful, of high birth and dignity

    42,219 births
  78. 78.
    Nancy

    Hebrew · Grace and elegance with a timeless charm

    41,850 births
  79. 79.
    Cheryl

    French · Beloved and cherished, dear one

    40,393 births
  80. 80.
    Theresa

    Greek · A reaper of summer's bounty and warmth

    40,076 births
  81. 81.
    Brandy

    Dutch / Modern American · Spirited and warm, a name distilled from nature

    40,070 births
  82. 82.
    Alicia

    Old Germanic · Noble

    39,253 births
  83. 83.
    Veronica

    Latin · True image, or bringer of victory

    38,787 births
  84. 84.
    Gina

    Italian · Noble grace and elegant femininity

    38,120 births
  85. 85.
    Jacqueline

    French · Supplanter, or may God protect

    37,962 births
  86. 86.
    Rhonda

    Welsh · Fair and graceful, mighty spear-wielder

    37,946 births
  87. 87.
    Anna

    Hebrew · Graceful favor and cherished blessing

    37,813 births
  88. 88.
    Renee

    French / Latin · Born anew, reborn with grace and hope

    37,591 births
  89. 89.
    Megan

    Welsh · Pearl, precious and radiant

    37,355 births
  90. 90.
    Tamara

    Hebrew / Russian · Palm tree of grace, strong yet graceful

    37,076 births
  91. 91.
    Melinda

    Greek / Latin · Sweet as honey and gentle grace

    36,438 births
  92. 92.
    Kathryn

    Greek · Pure

    36,434 births
  93. 93.
    Debra

    Hebrew · Graceful bee, industrious and purposeful

    34,605 births
  94. 94.
    Sherry

    Old French / English · Beloved one, cherished and warm

    34,204 births
  95. 95.
    Allison

    English, from Old Germanic · Noble

    34,158 births
  96. 96.
    Valerie

    Latin · Strong, valiant, and full of vigor

    33,810 births
  97. 97.
    Diana

    Latin · Divine huntress; light, illumination, and independence

    33,348 births
  98. 98.
    Paula

    Latin · Small and mighty, strength in quiet dignity

    32,724 births
  99. 99.
    Kristina

    Greek · Follower of Christ, anointed one

    32,650 births
  100. 100.
    Ann

    Hebrew · Grace and favor, gracious gift

    32,030 births

Boy Names of the 1970s

  1. 1.
    Michael

    Hebrew · Who is like God?

    707,327 births
  2. 2.
    Christopher

    Greek · Bearer of Christ, a protector and guide with divine purpose

    475,423 births
  3. 3.
    Jason

    Greek · Healer

    462,709 births
  4. 4.
    David

    Hebrew · Beloved one; cherished with tenderness and grace

    445,704 births
  5. 5.
    James

    Hebrew · Supplanter, or may God protect

    444,713 births
  6. 6.
    John

    Hebrew · God is gracious

    402,612 births
  7. 7.
    Robert

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

    397,225 births
  8. 8.
    Brian

    Irish Gaelic · High and noble

    322,660 births
  9. 9.
    William

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

    283,401 births
  10. 10.
    Matthew

    Hebrew · Gift of God, a blessing bestowed with grace

    277,727 births
  11. 11.
    Joseph

    Hebrew · God will increase; blessed with abundance and growth

    244,825 births
  12. 12.
    Daniel

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

    244,454 births
  13. 13.
    Kevin

    Irish Gaelic · Gentle and kind-hearted, noble of spirit

    212,231 births
  14. 14.
    Eric

    Old Norse · Eternal ruler, strength and honorable leadership

    211,481 births
  15. 15.
    Jeffrey

    Germanic / Hebrew · God's peace

    202,850 births
  16. 16.
    Richard

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

    202,804 births
  17. 17.
    Scott

    Old English · From Scotland

    194,520 births
  18. 18.
    Mark

    Latin · Devoted to Mars, bearing the strength of a warrior

    194,260 births
  19. 19.
    Steven

    Greek · Crown-bearer, victor adorned with laurels

    188,078 births
  20. 20.
    Thomas

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

    186,739 births
  21. 21.
    Timothy

    Greek · One who honors God with reverent devotion

    181,260 births
  22. 22.
    Anthony

    Latin · Highly praiseworthy, or priceless

    174,873 births
  23. 23.
    Charles

    Germanic (Old German) · Free man

    163,021 births
  24. 24.
    Joshua

    Hebrew · God is salvation, a deliverer and guide

    140,318 births
  25. 25.
    Ryan

    Irish Gaelic · Little king

    139,635 births
  26. 26.
    Jeremy

    Hebrew · God will uplift and exalt

    139,307 births
  27. 27.
    Paul

    Latin · Small, or humble

    136,390 births
  28. 28.
    Andrew

    Greek · Strong and courageous, a true warrior spirit

    132,929 births
  29. 29.
    Gregory

    Greek · Watchful protector, vigilant and wise

    115,563 births
  30. 30.
    Chad

    Old English · Defender of warriors, strong fighter of the land

    113,534 births
  31. 31.
    Kenneth

    Scottish Gaelic · Handsome, or born of fire

    111,489 births
  32. 32.
    Jonathan

    Hebrew · God has given

    107,926 births
  33. 33.
    Stephen

    Greek · Crown

    107,804 births
  34. 34.
    Shawn

    Irish Gaelic · God's gracious gift, full of divine favor

    105,790 births
  35. 35.
    Aaron

    Hebrew · Exalted, or high mountain

    101,487 births
  36. 36.
    Adam

    Hebrew · Man of the red earth

    91,739 births
  37. 37.
    Patrick

    Latin · Nobleman

    91,240 births
  38. 38.
    Justin

    Latin · Just and righteous, fair and true

    86,539 births
  39. 39.
    Sean

    Irish Gaelic · God is gracious

    83,819 births
  40. 40.
    Edward

    Old English · Prosperous guardian, protector of wealth and wellbeing

    83,425 births
  41. 41.
    Todd

    English, Scottish · Fox-like cunning and swift wilderness intelligence

    83,319 births
  42. 42.
    Donald

    Scottish Gaelic · Proud ruler of the world with great dominion

    82,435 births
  43. 43.
    Ronald

    Old Norse · Ruler's counselor

    81,730 births
  44. 44.
    Benjamin

    Hebrew · Son of the right hand, favored and strong

    81,332 births
  45. 45.
    Keith

    Scottish Gaelic · Woodland

    76,689 births
  46. 46.
    Bryan

    Irish Gaelic / Old English · High and noble

    71,338 births
  47. 47.
    Gary

    Old English · Spear warrior, steadfast and noble protector

    68,261 births
  48. 48.
    Jose

    Hebrew · God will increase; blessed and abundant

    66,390 births
  49. 49.
    Nathan

    Hebrew · God gave; a blessing bestowed with purpose

    65,857 births
  50. 50.
    Douglas

    Scottish Gaelic · From the dark water; strong and mysterious

    65,155 births
  51. 51.
    Nicholas

    Greek · People's victory and noble triumph

    65,068 births
  52. 52.
    Brandon

    Old English · Hill covered in broom

    65,047 births
  53. 53.
    George

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

    64,757 births
  54. 54.
    Travis

    Old French · Keeper of the crossing

    64,103 births
  55. 55.
    Peter

    Greek · Rock and foundation; steadfast and solid

    62,320 births
  56. 56.
    Craig

    Scottish Gaelic · One who dwells on the rocky crag, strong and bold

    58,787 births
  57. 57.
    Bradley

    Old English · Broad meadow of strength and freedom

    58,678 births
  58. 58.
    Larry

    Latin · Crowned with laurel, victorious and honored

    58,138 births
  59. 59.
    Dennis

    Greek · Devoted to Dionysus, festive and joyful spirit

    50,552 births
  60. 60.
    Shane

    Irish Gaelic · God is gracious

    50,279 births
  61. 61.
    Raymond

    Germanic · Wise protector and counsel, strong guardian

    49,332 births
  62. 62.
    Troy

    Irish Gaelic / Latin · Foot soldier

    48,852 births
  63. 63.
    Jerry

    Hebrew / English · Spear warrior, blessed by God's grace

    48,351 births
  64. 64.
    Samuel

    Hebrew · God has heard

    48,099 births
  65. 65.
    Frank

    Germanic · Free and honest-hearted soul

    46,917 births
  66. 66.
    Jesse

    Hebrew · Gift

    44,886 births
  67. 67.
    Jeffery

    Hebrew / Old Germanic · God's peace and divine protection

    44,565 births
  68. 68.
    Juan

    Hebrew · God is gracious

    43,404 births
  69. 69.
    Terry

    Latin / Old French · Smooth, polished, and enduring like stone

    42,426 births
  70. 70.
    Corey

    Irish Gaelic / Old Norse · From the hollow

    41,000 births
  71. 71.
    Phillip

    Greek · Lover of horses

    39,845 births
  72. 72.
    Marcus

    Latin · Devoted to Mars, warrior with strength and courage

    39,464 births
  73. 73.
    Derek

    Old German · Ruler of the people, true leader with dignity

    38,310 births
  74. 74.
    Rodney

    Old English · From the famous island, renowned strength

    37,446 births
  75. 75.
    Joel

    Hebrew · The Lord is God

    37,228 births
  76. 76.
    Carlos

    Spanish / Latin · Free man

    36,949 births
  77. 77.
    Randy

    Old English · Spirited and vigorous, bold enthusiastic energy

    36,545 births
  78. 78.
    Jacob

    Hebrew · Supplanter, or may God protect

    36,351 births
  79. 79.
    Jamie

    Hebrew / Scottish · Supplanter, or may God protect

    36,296 births
  80. 80.
    Tony

    Latin · Highly praiseworthy, or priceless

    35,676 births
  81. 81.
    Russell

    Norman French / Latin · Little red one

    35,469 births
  82. 82.
    Brent

    Old English · Hilltop dweller, steep and steadfast

    35,380 births
  83. 83.
    Antonio

    Latin · Highly praiseworthy, or priceless

    33,280 births
  84. 84.
    Billy

    Germanic / English · A resolute protector with unwavering determination

    33,217 births
  85. 85.
    Derrick

    Germanic · Ruler of the people

    32,860 births
  86. 86.
    Kyle

    Scottish Gaelic · Narrow strait, where waters meet and connect

    32,645 births
  87. 87.
    Erik

    Old Norse · Eternal ruler, powerful leader with enduring strength

    32,094 births
  88. 88.
    Johnny

    Hebrew · God is gracious

    32,024 births
  89. 89.
    Marc

    Latin / French · Dedicated to Mars, god of strength

    31,837 births
  90. 90.
    Carl

    Germanic · Free man and strong warrior of the people

    31,370 births
  91. 91.
    Philip

    Greek · Lover of horses

    31,367 births
  92. 92.
    Roger

    Old Germanic · Renowned spear wielder, famous warrior

    29,714 births
  93. 93.
    Bobby

    English, from Germanic roots · Bright and shining spirit of home

    29,077 births
  94. 94.
    Brett

    Old French / Celtic · One from Brittany, bearer of Celtic strength

    28,922 births
  95. 95.
    Danny

    Hebrew · God is my judge

    28,863 births
  96. 96.
    Curtis

    Latin / French · Courteous heart of noble bearing

    28,808 births
  97. 97.
    Jon

    Hebrew · God's gracious gift of strength and wisdom

    28,690 births
  98. 98.
    Vincent

    Latin · Conquering; strength and triumphant determination

    27,640 births
  99. 99.
    Cory

    Greek / Old Norse · From the hollow, warrior of the ancient peoples

    27,509 births
  100. 100.
    Jimmy

    Hebrew · Beloved by God, held with divine grace

    27,099 births

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