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Popular Baby Names from the 1910s

The most popular baby names of the 1910s, ranked by number of births recorded by the Social Security Administration.

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Girl Names of the 1910s

  1. 1.
    Mary

    Hebrew · Beloved; the one who brings love and compassion

    478,636 births
  2. 2.
    Helen

    Greek · Shining light, radiant beauty that illuminates

    248,154 births
  3. 3.
    Dorothy

    Greek · Gift of God, divine blessing bestowed with love

    207,475 births
  4. 4.
    Margaret

    Greek · Pearl of great price, luminous and precious

    189,234 births
  5. 5.
    Ruth

    Hebrew · Compassionate friend, steadfast loyalty and kindness

    173,675 births
  6. 6.
    Mildred

    Old English · Gentle strength and tender mercy

    123,998 births
  7. 7.
    Anna

    Hebrew · Graceful favor and cherished blessing

    118,998 births
  8. 8.
    Elizabeth

    Hebrew · God's promise of abundance and devoted love

    116,811 births
  9. 9.
    Frances

    Latin · Free and graceful, strong-willed spirit

    105,599 births
  10. 10.
    Virginia

    Latin · Pure and virginal, innocent and virtuous

    94,322 births
  11. 11.
    Marie

    Hebrew / Latin · Beloved and cherished, star of the sea

    92,086 births
  12. 12.
    Evelyn

    English · Desired one, light and graceful beauty

    91,492 births
  13. 13.
    Alice

    Germanic · Noble and truthful; bright with integrity

    85,866 births
  14. 14.
    Florence

    Latin · Blooming and flourishing with timeless grace and beauty

    81,465 births
  15. 15.
    Lillian

    Latin · Pure and innocent as a lily

    75,914 births
  16. 16.
    Rose

    Latin · The beloved flower, symbol of love and beauty

    74,690 births
  17. 17.
    Irene

    Greek · Peace and harmony; serene wisdom and calm

    68,968 births
  18. 18.
    Louise

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

    67,973 births
  19. 19.
    Edna

    Hebrew · Rejuvenation and delight in living

    66,897 births
  20. 20.
    Catherine

    Greek · Pure and clear, with timeless grace

    65,823 births
  21. 21.
    Gladys

    Welsh · Small sword of radiant joy and strength

    65,812 births
  22. 22.
    Ethel

    Old English · Noble spirit with gentle, timeless grace

    63,662 births
  23. 23.
    Josephine

    Hebrew · God will increase, brings abundance and blessings

    61,355 births
  24. 24.
    Ruby

    Latin · Precious red jewel, vibrant and deeply treasured

    60,308 births
  25. 25.
    Martha

    Aramaic · Nurturing lady of strength and dedication

    59,508 births
  26. 26.
    Grace

    Latin · Divine blessing, elegance, and merciful kindness

    57,973 births
  27. 27.
    Hazel

    English · Wisdom and grace from the hazel tree

    57,068 births
  28. 28.
    Thelma

    Greek · Will and divine intention, purposeful

    57,011 births
  29. 29.
    Lucille

    Latin · Shining light, radiant bringer of illumination

    56,147 births
  30. 30.
    Edith

    Old English · Blessed gift of prosperous fortune

    56,059 births
  31. 31.
    Eleanor

    Greek / Old French · Shining light and noble compassion, a radiant soul

    54,163 births
  32. 32.
    Doris

    Greek · Gift of the sea, oceanic and serene

    53,249 births
  33. 33.
    Annie

    Hebrew · Grace and favor; beloved and cherished

    52,301 births
  34. 34.
    Pauline

    Latin · Small and humble, graceful strength

    50,075 births
  35. 35.
    Gertrude

    Old German · Spear of strength, noble warrior spirit within

    49,565 births
  36. 36.
    Esther

    Hebrew / Persian · Star of hope and hidden beauty

    49,212 births
  37. 37.
    Betty

    Hebrew · Devoted to God with joyful strength

    44,894 births
  38. 38.
    Beatrice

    Latin · She who brings joy and blessedness

    44,515 births
  39. 39.
    Marjorie

    Greek, French · Pearl of great beauty and precious worth

    44,452 births
  40. 40.
    Clara

    Latin · Bright and clear, radiant with luminous grace

    44,346 births
  41. 41.
    Emma

    Germanic · Whole and universal, complete in spirit

    41,819 births
  42. 42.
    Bernice

    Greek · One who brings victory and good news

    40,346 births
  43. 43.
    Bertha

    Germanic / Old German · Bright and glorious, shining strength

    40,120 births
  44. 44.
    Ann

    Hebrew · Grace and favor, gracious gift

    39,506 births
  45. 45.
    Jean

    Hebrew · God's gracious gift, beloved and cherished

    39,284 births
  46. 46.
    Elsie

    Scottish / English · Noble and graceful, devoted to God's promises

    39,274 births
  47. 47.
    Julia

    Latin · Youthful and eternally young at heart

    39,259 births
  48. 48.
    Agnes

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

    39,255 births
  49. 49.
    Lois

    Greek · Desirable and graceful, deeply wished for

    38,179 births
  50. 50.
    Sarah

    Hebrew · Princess, a woman of dignity and grace

    38,120 births
  51. 51.
    Marion

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

    37,974 births
  52. 52.
    Katherine

    Greek · Pure and clear, eternally blessed

    36,884 births
  53. 53.
    Eva

    Hebrew / Latin · Living and breathing, giver of life

    34,909 births
  54. 54.
    Ida

    Germanic / Old Norse · Industrious spirit, hardworking and purposeful

    34,792 births
  55. 55.
    Bessie

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

    33,859 births
  56. 56.
    Pearl

    Latin · Luminous gem born from the sea, precious always

    33,834 births
  57. 57.
    Anne

    Hebrew · Graceful favor and tender compassion

    33,478 births
  58. 58.
    Viola

    Latin · Violet flower, delicate and dignified

    33,076 births
  59. 59.
    Myrtle

    Greek · Plant of love and virtue, evergreen beauty

    32,432 births
  60. 60.
    Nellie

    Greek / English · Bright as sunshine, radiant and spirited

    30,879 births
  61. 61.
    Mabel

    Latin · Lovable and worthy of affection

    30,783 births
  62. 62.
    Laura

    Latin · Crowned with laurel, honored and evergreen

    30,549 births
  63. 63.
    Kathryn

    Greek · Pure heart and clear spirit

    29,235 births
  64. 64.
    Stella

    Latin · Star—a shining light guiding the way

    28,526 births
  65. 65.
    Vera

    Russian / Latin · Faith and truth, serene and steadfast

    28,289 births
  66. 66.
    Willie

    Germanic · Resolute protector with steadfast will

    28,179 births
  67. 67.
    Jessie

    Hebrew · God's gift and grace with noble strength

    27,834 births
  68. 68.
    Jane

    Hebrew · God's gracious gift to the world

    27,740 births
  69. 69.
    Alma

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

    27,515 births
  70. 70.
    Minnie

    Germanic / Hebrew · Resolute protector and beloved little spark

    27,486 births
  71. 71.
    Sylvia

    Latin · Wildwood spirit of nature and freedom

    25,655 births
  72. 72.
    Ella

    Old English / Old German · Luminous maiden, radiant light and grace

    24,913 births
  73. 73.
    Lillie

    Latin · Pure white lily, grace and innocence blooming

    24,651 births
  74. 74.
    Rita

    Latin · Pearl of great beauty and luminous grace

    23,850 births
  75. 75.
    Leona

    Latin · Brave heart of a lioness

    23,825 births
  76. 76.
    Barbara

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

    23,704 births
  77. 77.
    Vivian

    Latin · Lively spirit, radiantly alive

    23,634 births
  78. 78.
    Lena

    Greek / Latin / Germanic · Radiant light and gentle allure

    23,624 births
  79. 79.
    Violet

    Latin · Delicate flower of modest virtue and quiet beauty

    23,157 births
  80. 80.
    Lucy

    Latin · Radiant light, luminous and pure-hearted

    23,117 births
  81. 81.
    Jennie

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

    23,068 births
  82. 82.
    Genevieve

    French / Latin · Woman of the race; noble protector and grace

    22,830 births
  83. 83.
    Marguerite

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

    22,658 births
  84. 84.
    Charlotte

    French · Free and joyful woman, strong and spirited

    22,548 births
  85. 85.
    Mattie

    Hebrew · Gift of God, strong and steadfast

    22,243 births
  86. 86.
    Marian

    Latin / Hebrew · Of the sea and beloved, graceful protector

    22,158 births
  87. 87.
    Blanche

    French / Latin · Pure white, bright and luminous

    21,977 births
  88. 88.
    Mae

    English / Latin · Beloved springtime, warmth and gentle growth

    21,530 births
  89. 89.
    Ellen

    Greek · Shining bright one, radiant and luminous soul

    21,500 births
  90. 90.
    Wilma

    Old German · Resolute protector with a steadfast will

    21,384 births
  91. 91.
    Juanita

    Spanish / Hebrew · God's gracious gift, beloved by the divine

    20,878 births
  92. 92.
    Opal

    Sanskrit · Precious gem of shifting light

    20,386 births
  93. 93.
    June

    Latin · The Roman goddess—warmth, youth, and renewal

    19,244 births
  94. 94.
    Geraldine

    Germanic / Old German · Spear ruler, strong and powerful leader

    18,990 births
  95. 95.
    Beulah

    Hebrew · The chosen bride, forever beloved

    18,874 births
  96. 96.
    Velma

    Modern American / Germanic · Will and helmet, strong-willed spirit

    18,631 births
  97. 97.
    Theresa

    Greek · A reaper of summer's bounty and warmth

    18,348 births
  98. 98.
    Carrie

    English · Graceful and beloved bearer of love

    18,067 births
  99. 99.
    Phyllis

    Greek · Green leaf and flourishing life, nature's gift

    17,885 births
  100. 100.
    Maxine

    Latin · The greatest and most excellent, supreme strength

    17,800 births

Boy Names of the 1910s

  1. 1.
    John

    Hebrew · God's gracious gift; divine mercy and light

    376,311 births
  2. 2.
    William

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

    303,017 births
  3. 3.
    James

    Hebrew · Supplanter; he who follows with gracious strength

    275,070 births
  4. 4.
    Robert

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

    239,185 births
  5. 5.
    Joseph

    Hebrew · God will increase; blessed with abundance and growth

    179,300 births
  6. 6.
    George

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

    176,609 births
  7. 7.
    Charles

    Germanic (Old German) · Free man; strong and independent spirit

    173,535 births
  8. 8.
    Edward

    Old English · Prosperous guardian, protector of wealth and wellbeing

    125,720 births
  9. 9.
    Frank

    Germanic · Free and honest-hearted soul

    116,017 births
  10. 10.
    Thomas

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

    91,619 births
  11. 11.
    Walter

    Germanic · Powerful leader of the army, strong warrior

    89,145 births
  12. 12.
    Harold

    Old Norse · Powerful warrior with noble and steadfast heart

    79,721 births
  13. 13.
    Henry

    Old Germanic · Estate ruler with noble heritage and strength

    79,667 births
  14. 14.
    Paul

    Latin · Small and humble, carrying quiet inner strength

    78,216 births
  15. 15.
    Richard

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

    74,603 births
  16. 16.
    Raymond

    Germanic · Wise protector and counsel, strong guardian

    71,820 births
  17. 17.
    Albert

    Germanic · Noble brilliance and luminous strength

    68,207 births
  18. 18.
    Arthur

    Welsh / Latin · Noble bear of strength and legendary valor

    67,478 births
  19. 19.
    Harry

    Germanic / English · Master of the household, bold ruler

    65,874 births
  20. 20.
    Donald

    Scottish Gaelic · Proud ruler of the world with great dominion

    57,001 births
  21. 21.
    Ralph

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

    52,522 births
  22. 22.
    Louis

    Germanic · Renowned warrior of light and glory

    50,600 births
  23. 23.
    Jack

    Hebrew / English · God's grace shining through, strong and spirited

    49,526 births
  24. 24.
    Clarence

    Latin · Bright and shining, clear and illustrious

    49,196 births
  25. 25.
    Carl

    Germanic · Free man and strong warrior of the people

    48,454 births
  26. 26.
    Willie

    Germanic · Resolute protector with unwavering will

    47,690 births
  27. 27.
    Howard

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

    46,596 births
  28. 28.
    Fred

    Old German · Peaceful ruler with a gentle, steady strength

    44,345 births
  29. 29.
    David

    Hebrew · Beloved one; cherished with tenderness and grace

    43,853 births
  30. 30.
    Kenneth

    Scottish Gaelic · Handsome and beloved, born of wisdom and grace

    43,248 births
  31. 31.
    Francis

    Latin · Free and independent spirit of the French people

    41,053 births
  32. 32.
    Roy

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

    40,340 births
  33. 33.
    Earl

    Old English · Noble warrior of distinguished rank and honor

    40,273 births
  34. 34.
    Joe

    Hebrew · God will increase and multiply blessings

    38,250 births
  35. 35.
    Ernest

    Germanic · Serious and determined, genuine strength of spirit

    37,134 births
  36. 36.
    Lawrence

    Latin · From the laurel crown, symbol of victory and honor

    36,354 births
  37. 37.
    Stanley

    Old English · From the stony clearing, steadfast and grounded

    35,908 births
  38. 38.
    Anthony

    Latin · Priceless and beyond measure, a treasure of character

    35,627 births
  39. 39.
    Eugene

    Greek · Nobly born, of distinguished and worthy character

    35,161 births
  40. 40.
    Samuel

    Hebrew · God has heard, divinely answered prayer

    34,166 births
  41. 41.
    Herbert

    Old Germanic · Bright warrior, shining with strength

    33,860 births
  42. 42.
    Alfred

    Old English · Wise counselor from the enchanted forest

    32,635 births
  43. 43.
    Leonard

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

    31,878 births
  44. 44.
    Michael

    Hebrew · Who is like God; divine protector and strength

    30,858 births
  45. 45.
    Elmer

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

    28,600 births
  46. 46.
    Andrew

    Greek · Strong and courageous, a true warrior spirit

    28,152 births
  47. 47.
    Leo

    Latin · Brave lion, courageous and strong

    26,656 births
  48. 48.
    Bernard

    Germanic · Strong as a bear, brave and powerful

    25,628 births
  49. 49.
    Norman

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

    25,033 births
  50. 50.
    Peter

    Greek · Rock and foundation; steadfast and solid

    24,935 births
  51. 51.
    Russell

    Norman French / Latin · Red-haired; rooted strength and warmth

    24,842 births
  52. 52.
    Daniel

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

    23,978 births
  53. 53.
    Edwin

    Old English · Prosperous friend and noble protector

    23,697 births
  54. 54.
    Frederick

    Germanic · Peaceful ruler of great power and wisdom

    23,542 births
  55. 55.
    Chester

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

    23,500 births
  56. 56.
    Herman

    Old German · Warrior of the army, steadfast defender

    22,598 births
  57. 57.
    Lloyd

    Welsh · Gray waters, calm and contemplative spirit

    21,743 births
  58. 58.
    Melvin

    Old English · Gentle mill worker and friend of gentleness

    21,739 births
  59. 59.
    Lester

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

    21,509 births
  60. 60.
    Floyd

    English · Gray-haired and wise, dignified with age

    21,472 births
  61. 61.
    Leroy

    Old French · The king, regal and noble

    21,275 births
  62. 62.
    Theodore

    Greek · Gift of God, divine blessing and strength

    21,106 births
  63. 63.
    Clifford

    Old English · From the cliff ford, steady and enduring

    20,886 births
  64. 64.
    Clyde

    Scottish / River name (Clyde River, Scotland) · From the gentle flowing river, keeper of passage

    19,864 births
  65. 65.
    Charlie

    Old Germanic / Old French · A strong, free soul of noble character

    19,834 births
  66. 66.
    Sam

    Hebrew · God has heard, listened with compassion

    18,544 births
  67. 67.
    Woodrow

    English · Strength and steadiness from nature's ancient grove

    18,355 births
  68. 68.
    Vincent

    Latin · Conquering; strength and triumphant determination

    18,285 births
  69. 69.
    Philip

    Greek · Lover of horses, devoted friend with noble heart

    18,166 births
  70. 70.
    Marvin

    Old English / Old Welsh · Beloved friend of the sea

    17,821 births
  71. 71.
    Ray

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

    17,792 births
  72. 72.
    Lewis

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

    17,787 births
  73. 73.
    Milton

    Old English · From the mill town, honesty and grounded strength

    17,522 births
  74. 74.
    Benjamin

    Hebrew · Son of the right hand, favored and strong

    17,310 births
  75. 75.
    Victor

    Latin · Triumphant conqueror, strength in victory

    17,157 births
  76. 76.
    Vernon

    Latin · Green and flourishing springtime

    16,967 births
  77. 77.
    Gerald

    Germanic · Mighty spear wielder, strong and commanding

    16,522 births
  78. 78.
    Jesse

    Hebrew · Gift of God, blessed presence

    16,293 births
  79. 79.
    Martin

    Latin · Warrior devoted to Mars, strong and fierce

    16,097 births
  80. 80.
    Cecil

    Latin · Blind to distraction, devoted and visionary

    15,987 births
  81. 81.
    Alvin

    Old English · Noble friend, wise counsel and loyal companionship

    15,499 births
  82. 82.
    Lee

    Old English · Of the meadow, peaceful and serene

    15,380 births
  83. 83.
    Willard

    Germanic · Resolute with determined will and purpose

    15,364 births
  84. 84.
    Leon

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

    15,280 births
  85. 85.
    Oscar

    Old Norse / Irish Gaelic · Divine spear, warrior kissed by the gods

    14,869 births
  86. 86.
    Glenn

    Irish Gaelic · From the sacred valley, peaceful and serene

    14,304 births
  87. 87.
    Edgar

    Old English · Prosperous spear, wealthy protector and guardian

    14,080 births
  88. 88.
    Gordon

    Old English / Scots · Great fortress, steadfast strength and protection

    13,641 births
  89. 89.
    Stephen

    Greek · Crown of victory, honored and steadfast warrior

    13,502 births
  90. 90.
    Harvey

    Breton / Old English · Warrior of the blazing fire, strength and courage

    13,304 births
  91. 91.
    Sidney

    Old English / French · Wide meadow of peaceful abundance

    12,793 births
  92. 92.
    Claude

    Latin · Gracefully distinguished, calm and clear-minded

    12,792 births
  93. 93.
    Everett

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

    12,748 births
  94. 94.
    Arnold

    Germanic · Eagle power, soaring strength and vision

    12,586 births
  95. 95.
    Morris

    Latin · Dark-skinned, strength rooted in ancient wisdom and heritage

    12,484 births
  96. 96.
    Wilbur

    Old English · Resolute protector with brilliant will and desire

    12,411 births
  97. 97.
    Warren

    Old English / Old French · A guardian of vast lands and wild places

    12,012 births
  98. 98.
    Wayne

    Old English · Skilled wagon maker, builder of strong roads

    11,572 births
  99. 99.
    Allen

    Irish Gaelic, Scottish · Bright and noble one, radiant as sunlight

    11,493 births
  100. 100.
    Homer

    Greek · Pledge and security, faithful guardian and protector

    11,471 births

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