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Popular Baby Names from the 1960s

The most popular baby names of the 1960s, ranked by number of births recorded by the Social Security Administration.

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Girl Names of the 1960s

  1. 1.
    Lisa

    Hebrew · God's sacred oath and devotion

    496,987 births
  2. 2.
    Mary

    Hebrew · Beloved; the one who brings love and compassion

    355,240 births
  3. 3.
    Susan

    Hebrew · Graceful lily, blooming with beauty and purity

    287,666 births
  4. 4.
    Karen

    Greek · Pure-hearted and luminously sincere

    286,053 births
  5. 5.
    Kimberly

    Old English · From the wood of the royal fortress, regal and strong

    259,072 births
  6. 6.
    Patricia

    Latin · Noble and of patrician birth, dignified and proud

    231,178 births
  7. 7.
    Linda

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

    225,454 births
  8. 8.
    Donna

    Italian / Latin · Noble woman, dignity and quiet grace

    213,468 births
  9. 9.
    Michelle

    Hebrew · Who is like God, divine strength and grace

    208,293 births
  10. 10.
    Cynthia

    Greek · Goddess of the moon, radiant and divine

    196,597 births
  11. 11.
    Sandra

    Greek · Defender of humanity, strong and protective spirit

    183,846 births
  12. 12.
    Deborah

    Hebrew · A swift and busy bee, strength and purpose

    183,439 births
  13. 13.
    Tammy

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

    182,231 births
  14. 14.
    Pamela

    Greek · Entirely sweetness and honey, gentle nurturer

    181,939 births
  15. 15.
    Lori

    Latin · Crowned with laurel, triumph and enduring honor

    176,560 births
  16. 16.
    Laura

    Latin · Crowned with laurel, honored and evergreen

    174,185 births
  17. 17.
    Elizabeth

    Hebrew · God's promise of abundance and devoted love

    168,920 births
  18. 18.
    Julie

    Latin · Youthful spirit and endless grace

    166,150 births
  19. 19.
    Brenda

    Old Norse · Fiery sword, bold and burning spirit

    164,502 births
  20. 20.
    Jennifer

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

    164,413 births
  21. 21.
    Barbara

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

    159,773 births
  22. 22.
    Angela

    Latin / Greek · Messenger angel, heavenly and graceful

    159,294 births
  23. 23.
    Sharon

    Hebrew · A fertile plain, abundance and graceful presence

    154,905 births
  24. 24.
    Debra

    Hebrew · Graceful bee, industrious and purposeful

    153,771 births
  25. 25.
    Teresa

    Greek · Summer harvest, warmth and abundance

    151,793 births
  26. 26.
    Nancy

    Hebrew · Grace and elegance with a timeless charm

    142,724 births
  27. 27.
    Christine

    Latin / Greek · Follower of Christ; devoted and graceful

    139,343 births
  28. 28.
    Cheryl

    French · Beloved and cherished, dear one

    135,650 births
  29. 29.
    Denise

    Latin / French · Of Dionysus, spirited and joyfully alive

    128,824 births
  30. 30.
    Kelly

    Irish Gaelic · Bright-headed, spirited and lively

    128,053 births
  31. 31.
    Tina

    English · Small strong one, mighty in spirit

    126,401 births
  32. 32.
    Kathleen

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

    120,952 births
  33. 33.
    Melissa

    Greek · Sweet as a honeybee, industrious and nurturing

    119,202 births
  34. 34.
    Robin

    English · Bright fame, like a cheerful songbird

    118,327 births
  35. 35.
    Amy

    Latin / French · Deeply beloved, cherished with affection

    116,775 births
  36. 36.
    Diane

    Latin · Divine light and protector, goddess of the hunt

    114,453 births
  37. 37.
    Dawn

    Old English · First light of hope and new beginnings

    114,293 births
  38. 38.
    Carol

    Latin · Joy and song in feminine form, cheerful spirit

    112,333 births
  39. 39.
    Tracy

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

    103,780 births
  40. 40.
    Kathy

    Greek · Pure-hearted, noble and innocent spirit

    101,127 births
  41. 41.
    Rebecca

    Hebrew · To bind with compassion, devoted and faithful

    99,462 births
  42. 42.
    Theresa

    Greek · A reaper of summer's bounty and warmth

    97,118 births
  43. 43.
    Kim

    Old English / Korean · Regal ruler, noble one with grace

    94,388 births
  44. 44.
    Rhonda

    Welsh · Fair and graceful, mighty spear-wielder

    93,607 births
  45. 45.
    Stephanie

    Greek · Crown bearer, dignity and honor personified

    92,821 births
  46. 46.
    Cindy

    Greek · Light and luminous beauty, shining brightly

    91,595 births
  47. 47.
    Janet

    Hebrew · God's gracious gift of grace and mercy

    89,315 births
  48. 48.
    Wendy

    Modern English · Fair, friendly wanderer of imagination

    88,963 births
  49. 49.
    Maria

    Hebrew / Latin · Star of the sea; beloved and nurturing

    88,850 births
  50. 50.
    Michele

    Hebrew · Who is like God, graceful strength

    86,993 births
  51. 51.
    Jacqueline

    French · God's gracious gift of strength and determination

    84,398 births
  52. 52.
    Debbie

    Hebrew · Gentle grace, beloved as a bee

    84,213 births
  53. 53.
    Margaret

    Greek · Pearl of great price, luminous and precious

    81,870 births
  54. 54.
    Paula

    Latin · Small and mighty, strength in quiet dignity

    80,512 births
  55. 55.
    Sherry

    Old French / English · Beloved one, cherished and warm

    77,527 births
  56. 56.
    Catherine

    Greek · Pure and clear, with timeless grace

    76,788 births
  57. 57.
    Carolyn

    Latin · Joyful strength of a free and noble woman

    75,266 births
  58. 58.
    Laurie

    Latin · Honored with the laurel crown of victory

    74,451 births
  59. 59.
    Sheila

    Irish Gaelic · Graceful and luminous, blind to all but beauty

    74,078 births
  60. 60.
    Ann

    Hebrew · Grace and favor, gracious gift

    72,083 births
  61. 61.
    Jill

    Latin / English · Youthful and joyful, playful spirit

    69,144 births
  62. 62.
    Connie

    Latin · Steadfast and determined, a constant presence

    65,289 births
  63. 63.
    Diana

    Latin · Divine huntress; light, illumination, and independence

    65,037 births
  64. 64.
    Terri

    Latin · Smooth and graceful like polished earth

    63,741 births
  65. 65.
    Suzanne

    Hebrew · Graceful as a lily, white flower of purity

    59,761 births
  66. 66.
    Andrea

    Greek · Strength and courage, valiant spirit of a warrior

    58,406 births
  67. 67.
    Beth

    Hebrew · House, home, and sanctuary of belonging

    58,384 births
  68. 68.
    Janice

    Latin · God's gracious gift of passage and new beginnings

    57,966 births
  69. 69.
    Valerie

    Latin · Strong, valiant, and full of vigor

    56,588 births
  70. 70.
    Renee

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

    55,815 births
  71. 71.
    Leslie

    Scottish Gaelic · From the gray fortress, steadfast and noble

    54,453 births
  72. 72.
    Christina

    Latin / Greek · Follower of Christ, anointed one

    52,790 births
  73. 73.
    Gina

    Italian · Noble grace and elegant femininity

    52,371 births
  74. 74.
    Lynn

    Old English / Welsh · Soft beauty of a serene lake or pool

    51,931 births
  75. 75.
    Annette

    Hebrew (via French diminutive) · Graceful favor and gentle kindness in small measure

    51,925 births
  76. 76.
    Cathy

    Greek (via English nickname tradition) · Pure of heart and radiant with grace

    51,624 births
  77. 77.
    Katherine

    Greek · Pure and clear, eternally blessed

    50,619 births
  78. 78.
    Judy

    Hebrew · Praised woman of grace and strength

    50,325 births
  79. 79.
    Carla

    Germanic · Strong woman of free and noble spirit

    47,905 births
  80. 80.
    Anne

    Hebrew · Graceful favor and tender compassion

    47,774 births
  81. 81.
    Wanda

    Germanic, Polish · Wanderer with grace and spirited independence

    47,771 births
  82. 82.
    Dana

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

    47,701 births
  83. 83.
    Joyce

    Latin · Joyful heart, bringer of happiness and light

    46,125 births
  84. 84.
    Regina

    Latin · Royal majesty, a sovereign queen in her own right

    45,827 births
  85. 85.
    Beverly

    Old English · From the beaver stream, naturally resourceful and flowing

    45,238 births
  86. 86.
    Monica

    Latin · Wise advisor and noble guide

    45,192 births
  87. 87.
    Bonnie

    Scottish · Beautiful, fair-faced, and full of cheerful joy

    45,088 births
  88. 88.
    Kathryn

    Greek · Pure heart and clear spirit

    44,864 births
  89. 89.
    Anita

    Spanish / Hebrew · Graceful and merciful, grace refined and elegant

    44,416 births
  90. 90.
    Sarah

    Hebrew · Princess, a woman of dignity and grace

    43,913 births
  91. 91.
    Darlene

    English · Beloved and darling—tenderness personified

    43,527 births
  92. 92.
    Jane

    Hebrew · God's gracious gift to the world

    43,340 births
  93. 93.
    Sherri

    English · Beloved treasure, bright and cherished

    41,633 births
  94. 94.
    Martha

    Aramaic · Nurturing lady of strength and dedication

    41,040 births
  95. 95.
    Anna

    Hebrew · Graceful favor and cherished blessing

    40,935 births
  96. 96.
    Colleen

    Irish Gaelic · Maiden of grace and gentle charm

    40,673 births
  97. 97.
    Vicki

    Latin · Victorious spirit, triumphant and strong

    40,508 births
  98. 98.
    Tracey

    Latin / Irish · Courageous and resolute, path-finder

    40,287 births
  99. 99.
    Judith

    Hebrew · A woman of praise and strength

    39,780 births
  100. 100.
    Tamara

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

    39,006 births

Boy Names of the 1960s

  1. 1.
    Michael

    Hebrew · Who is like God; divine protector and strength

    833,092 births
  2. 2.
    David

    Hebrew · Beloved one; cherished with tenderness and grace

    733,953 births
  3. 3.
    John

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

    713,394 births
  4. 4.
    James

    Hebrew · Supplanter; he who follows with gracious strength

    684,722 births
  5. 5.
    Robert

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

    650,786 births
  6. 6.
    Mark

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

    441,390 births
  7. 7.
    William

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

    421,433 births
  8. 8.
    Richard

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

    373,907 births
  9. 9.
    Thomas

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

    327,055 births
  10. 10.
    Jeffrey

    Germanic / Hebrew · Divine peace and protection combined

    302,029 births
  11. 11.
    Steven

    Greek · Crown-bearer, victor adorned with laurels

    290,607 births
  12. 12.
    Joseph

    Hebrew · God will increase; blessed with abundance and growth

    283,048 births
  13. 13.
    Timothy

    Greek · One who honors God with reverent devotion

    276,837 births
  14. 14.
    Kevin

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

    271,412 births
  15. 15.
    Scott

    Old English · From Scotland, wanderer and explorer

    266,828 births
  16. 16.
    Brian

    Irish Gaelic · Strong and noble, man of great strength

    258,129 births
  17. 17.
    Charles

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

    249,398 births
  18. 18.
    Paul

    Latin · Small and humble, carrying quiet inner strength

    242,503 births
  19. 19.
    Daniel

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

    242,020 births
  20. 20.
    Christopher

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

    237,144 births
  21. 21.
    Kenneth

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

    227,531 births
  22. 22.
    Anthony

    Latin · Priceless and beyond measure, a treasure of character

    203,159 births
  23. 23.
    Gregory

    Greek · Watchful protector, vigilant and wise

    187,495 births
  24. 24.
    Ronald

    Old Norse · Ruler with wisdom and compassionate strength

    182,190 births
  25. 25.
    Donald

    Scottish Gaelic · Proud ruler of the world with great dominion

    172,628 births
  26. 26.
    Gary

    Old English · Spear warrior, steadfast and noble protector

    166,031 births
  27. 27.
    Stephen

    Greek · Crown of victory, honored and steadfast warrior

    152,240 births
  28. 28.
    Eric

    Old Norse · Eternal ruler, strength and honorable leadership

    152,222 births
  29. 29.
    Edward

    Old English · Prosperous guardian, protector of wealth and wellbeing

    143,984 births
  30. 30.
    Douglas

    Scottish Gaelic · From the dark water; strong and mysterious

    134,989 births
  31. 31.
    Todd

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

    128,741 births
  32. 32.
    Patrick

    Latin · Noble and patrician, dignified strength

    122,717 births
  33. 33.
    George

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

    113,023 births
  34. 34.
    Keith

    Scottish Gaelic · Dwelling of grace, blessed home

    112,575 births
  35. 35.
    Larry

    Latin · Crowned with laurel, victorious and honored

    108,582 births
  36. 36.
    Matthew

    Hebrew · Gift of God, a blessing bestowed with grace

    105,938 births
  37. 37.
    Terry

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

    101,489 births
  38. 38.
    Andrew

    Greek · Strong and courageous, a true warrior spirit

    97,109 births
  39. 39.
    Dennis

    Greek · Devoted to Dionysus, festive and joyful spirit

    94,984 births
  40. 40.
    Randy

    Old English · Spirited and vigorous, bold enthusiastic energy

    93,878 births
  41. 41.
    Jerry

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

    93,544 births
  42. 42.
    Peter

    Greek · Rock and foundation; steadfast and solid

    92,418 births
  43. 43.
    Frank

    Germanic · Free and honest-hearted soul

    87,155 births
  44. 44.
    Craig

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

    84,712 births
  45. 45.
    Raymond

    Germanic · Wise protector and counsel, strong guardian

    81,793 births
  46. 46.
    Jeffery

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

    79,534 births
  47. 47.
    Bruce

    Old English / Old French · One from the brushwood, sturdy and steadfast

    74,642 births
  48. 48.
    Rodney

    Old English · From the famous island, renowned strength

    72,194 births
  49. 49.
    Mike

    Hebrew · Who is like God—a question of humility and wonder

    71,456 births
  50. 50.
    Roger

    Old Germanic · Renowned spear wielder, famous warrior

    71,440 births
  51. 51.
    Tony

    Latin · Priceless and worthy of honor

    70,577 births
  52. 52.
    Ricky

    Old Germanic · Brave ruler, powerful and strong

    66,402 births
  53. 53.
    Steve

    Greek · Crowned with honor and victorious strength

    65,619 births
  54. 54.
    Jeff

    Hebrew · God's peaceful gift and divine promise

    62,072 births
  55. 55.
    Troy

    Irish Gaelic / Latin · Curly-haired warrior, soldier of steadfast courage

    61,410 births
  56. 56.
    Alan

    Irish Gaelic · Bright and fair; noble harmony and grace

    61,392 births
  57. 57.
    Carl

    Germanic · Free man and strong warrior of the people

    60,787 births
  58. 58.
    Danny

    Hebrew · God is my judge, a source of wisdom

    60,731 births
  59. 59.
    Russell

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

    60,447 births
  60. 60.
    Chris

    Greek · Bearer of Christ, follower of light

    56,338 births
  61. 61.
    Gerald

    Germanic · Mighty spear wielder, strong and commanding

    55,305 births
  62. 62.
    Bryan

    Irish Gaelic / Old English · Noble strength of a high-born warrior

    55,304 births
  63. 63.
    Wayne

    Old English · Skilled wagon maker, builder of strong roads

    54,762 births
  64. 64.
    Joe

    Hebrew · God will increase and multiply blessings

    53,386 births
  65. 65.
    Randall

    Old English / Germanic · Shield wolf, fierce protector

    52,055 births
  66. 66.
    Lawrence

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

    51,342 births
  67. 67.
    Dale

    Old English · Valley dweller, quiet strength and peaceful ease

    50,423 births
  68. 68.
    Phillip

    Greek · Lover of horses and timeless nobility

    50,396 births
  69. 69.
    Johnny

    Hebrew · God's gracious gift, beloved and cherished

    49,843 births
  70. 70.
    Vincent

    Latin · Conquering; strength and triumphant determination

    49,478 births
  71. 71.
    Martin

    Latin · Warrior devoted to Mars, strong and fierce

    49,116 births
  72. 72.
    Bradley

    Old English · Broad meadow of strength and freedom

    48,730 births
  73. 73.
    Billy

    Germanic / English · A resolute protector with unwavering determination

    48,472 births
  74. 74.
    Glenn

    Irish Gaelic · From the sacred valley, peaceful and serene

    48,095 births
  75. 75.
    Shawn

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

    47,795 births
  76. 76.
    Jimmy

    Hebrew · Beloved by God, held with divine grace

    47,399 births
  77. 77.
    Jonathan

    Hebrew · God's gracious gift, beloved and divinely blessed

    47,389 births
  78. 78.
    Sean

    Irish Gaelic · God's gracious gift, blessed and beloved

    47,282 births
  79. 79.
    Curtis

    Latin / French · Courteous heart of noble bearing

    47,244 births
  80. 80.
    Barry

    Irish Gaelic · Fair-haired spear carrier, noble protector

    47,221 births
  81. 81.
    Bobby

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

    46,390 births
  82. 82.
    Walter

    Germanic · Powerful leader of the army, strong warrior

    45,929 births
  83. 83.
    Jon

    Hebrew · God's gracious gift of strength and wisdom

    44,879 births
  84. 84.
    Philip

    Greek · Lover of horses, devoted friend with noble heart

    44,780 births
  85. 85.
    Samuel

    Hebrew · God has heard, divinely answered prayer

    44,247 births
  86. 86.
    Jay

    Old French / Latin · Cheerful and bright, like the graceful bird

    42,712 births
  87. 87.
    Dean

    English · Leader of a valley, grounded and wise

    42,527 births
  88. 88.
    Jason

    Greek · Healer and protector, one who mends all wounds

    42,527 births
  89. 89.
    Jose

    Hebrew · God will increase; blessed and abundant

    42,043 births
  90. 90.
    Tim

    Greek · Honoring the divine, respectful spirit

    41,572 births
  91. 91.
    Roy

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

    40,047 births
  92. 92.
    Willie

    Germanic · Resolute protector with unwavering will

    39,812 births
  93. 93.
    Arthur

    Welsh / Latin · Noble bear of strength and legendary valor

    39,622 births
  94. 94.
    Darryl

    Old French · Beloved and worthy of dearest affection

    39,200 births
  95. 95.
    Henry

    Old Germanic · Estate ruler with noble heritage and strength

    39,134 births
  96. 96.
    Darrell

    Old French · Beloved and cherished one with open heart

    38,025 births
  97. 97.
    Allen

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

    37,694 births
  98. 98.
    Victor

    Latin · Triumphant conqueror, strength in victory

    36,821 births
  99. 99.
    Harold

    Old Norse · Powerful warrior with noble and steadfast heart

    36,744 births
  100. 100.
    Greg

    Greek · Alert and vigilant, forever watchful

    36,438 births

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