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Popular Baby Names from the 1990s

The most popular baby names of the 1990s, ranked by number of births recorded by the Social Security Administration.

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Girl Names of the 1990s

  1. 1.
    Jessica

    Hebrew · God beholds her with grace and favor

    303,136 births
  2. 2.
    Ashley

    Old English · Ash tree meadow, natural grace and peaceful strength

    301,820 births
  3. 3.
    Emily

    Latin · Graceful strength, industrious and eternally striving

    237,262 births
  4. 4.
    Sarah

    Hebrew · Princess, a woman of dignity and grace

    224,423 births
  5. 5.
    Samantha

    Hebrew / Greek · God has heard; a listener and cherished soul

    224,023 births
  6. 6.
    Amanda

    Latin · Worthy of love, beloved and admirable

    191,132 births
  7. 7.
    Brittany

    Latin · From Brittany; spirited and independent strength

    190,826 births
  8. 8.
    Elizabeth

    Hebrew · God's promise of abundance and devoted love

    172,693 births
  9. 9.
    Taylor

    Old English / Old French · Skilled tailor, precision and artful craftsmanship

    169,040 births
  10. 10.
    Megan

    Welsh · Pearl, precious and radiant

    160,375 births
  11. 11.
    Hannah

    Hebrew · Grace and compassion, deeply cherished

    158,818 births
  12. 12.
    Kayla

    Modern American / Irish · Strong and graceful, joyful warrior spirit

    155,893 births
  13. 13.
    Lauren

    Latin · Crowned with laurel, honored and victorious

    153,590 births
  14. 14.
    Stephanie

    Greek · Crown bearer, dignity and honor personified

    149,836 births
  15. 15.
    Rachel

    Hebrew · Ewe of gentleness; innocent and tender grace

    149,167 births
  16. 16.
    Jennifer

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

    148,041 births
  17. 17.
    Nicole

    Greek · Victory of the people, beloved triumph

    136,103 births
  18. 18.
    Alexis

    Greek · Defender and helper of mankind, protective strength

    131,199 births
  19. 19.
    Victoria

    Latin · Victory and triumph, strength through conquest

    117,475 births
  20. 20.
    Amber

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

    115,605 births
  21. 21.
    Alyssa

    Germanic / Old English · Noble spirit with graceful inner light

    115,255 births
  22. 22.
    Courtney

    Old French · Grace and elegance of the royal court

    113,290 births
  23. 23.
    Rebecca

    Hebrew · To bind with compassion, devoted and faithful

    109,721 births
  24. 24.
    Danielle

    Hebrew · God is my judge; strength and divine guidance

    109,597 births
  25. 25.
    Jasmine

    Persian · Fragrant flower of grace and nobility

    105,322 births
  26. 26.
    Brianna

    Irish Gaelic · Strong, noble spirit with gentle grace

    99,108 births
  27. 27.
    Katherine

    Greek · Pure and clear, eternally blessed

    96,885 births
  28. 28.
    Alexandra

    Greek · Defender of humanity with noble strength

    94,806 births
  29. 29.
    Madison

    Modern English (surname-to-given name) · Gift of the good and wise, modern strength

    91,907 births
  30. 30.
    Morgan

    Welsh · Bright and radiant, born of the sea's wisdom

    91,196 births
  31. 31.
    Melissa

    Greek · Sweet as a honeybee, industrious and nurturing

    89,990 births
  32. 32.
    Michelle

    Hebrew · Who is like God, divine strength and grace

    86,532 births
  33. 33.
    Kelsey

    Old English · Island of the fierce warrior, bold and independent spirit

    85,134 births
  34. 34.
    Chelsea

    Old English · Port of ships, harbor of refuge and home

    84,805 births
  35. 35.
    Anna

    Hebrew · Graceful favor and cherished blessing

    78,595 births
  36. 36.
    Kimberly

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

    77,879 births
  37. 37.
    Tiffany

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

    77,534 births
  38. 38.
    Olivia

    Latin · Peaceful olive tree, symbol of wisdom and grace

    75,913 births
  39. 39.
    Mary

    Hebrew · Beloved; the one who brings love and compassion

    75,723 births
  40. 40.
    Christina

    Latin / Greek · Follower of Christ, anointed one

    74,660 births
  41. 41.
    Allison

    English, from Old Germanic · Noble-hearted and bright defender of truth

    74,433 births
  42. 42.
    Abigail

    Hebrew · Father's joy, source of delight and wisdom

    72,779 births
  43. 43.
    Sara

    Hebrew · Princess, noble and dignified

    72,170 births
  44. 44.
    Shelby

    Old English · Willow tree estate, graceful and grounded

    71,995 births
  45. 45.
    Heather

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

    71,626 births
  46. 46.
    Haley

    Old English · Bright meadow full of joy and possibility

    71,197 births
  47. 47.
    Maria

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

    70,911 births
  48. 48.
    Kaitlyn

    Irish Gaelic / Greek · Pure spirit, strong and virtuous heart

    67,567 births
  49. 49.
    Laura

    Latin · Crowned with laurel, honored and evergreen

    67,253 births
  50. 50.
    Erin

    Irish Gaelic · Land of peace and eternal beauty

    65,335 births
  51. 51.
    Andrea

    Greek · Strength and courage, valiant spirit of a warrior

    65,246 births
  52. 52.
    Natalie

    Latin · Born at Christmas, blessed with joy and renewal

    63,382 births
  53. 53.
    Jordan

    Hebrew · The descender, flowing downward like sacred waters

    61,757 births
  54. 54.
    Brooke

    Old English · Small flowing stream, gentle and natural

    60,630 births
  55. 55.
    Julia

    Latin · Youthful and eternally young at heart

    59,954 births
  56. 56.
    Emma

    Germanic · Whole and universal, complete in spirit

    58,252 births
  57. 57.
    Vanessa

    Modern English · Butterflies and beauty in full bloom

    57,920 births
  58. 58.
    Erica

    Old Norse · Eternal ruler, powerful and enduring leader

    55,762 births
  59. 59.
    Sydney

    Old English · Wide meadow by the water, open and expansive

    55,756 births
  60. 60.
    Kelly

    Irish Gaelic · Bright-headed, spirited and lively

    55,724 births
  61. 61.
    Kristen

    Latin · Follower of Christ, believer's faithful heart

    53,075 births
  62. 62.
    Katelyn

    Greek / Irish English · Pure and bright spirited, noble simplicity

    52,811 births
  63. 63.
    Marissa

    Latin · Of the sea, blessed with oceanic grace and strength

    51,214 births
  64. 64.
    Amy

    Latin / French · Deeply beloved, cherished with affection

    51,167 births
  65. 65.
    Crystal

    Latin / Greek · Clarity and brightness, transparent beauty within

    51,098 births
  66. 66.
    Paige

    Old French · Young attendant, graceful and helpful

    50,552 births
  67. 67.
    Cassandra

    Greek · Shines with brilliance, truth and prophetic insight

    50,364 births
  68. 68.
    Gabrielle

    Hebrew · God is my strength and my refuge

    49,818 births
  69. 69.
    Katie

    Greek · Pure-hearted and divinely graceful

    49,468 births
  70. 70.
    Caitlin

    Irish Gaelic · Pure light and innocent grace

    49,033 births
  71. 71.
    Lindsey

    Old English · Linden tree island, graceful and grounded strength

    48,975 births
  72. 72.
    Destiny

    Latin · Fate and purpose written in stars

    48,238 births
  73. 73.
    Kathryn

    Greek · Pure heart and clear spirit

    47,179 births
  74. 74.
    Jacqueline

    French · God's gracious gift of strength and determination

    45,948 births
  75. 75.
    Shannon

    Irish Gaelic · Wise river, flowing with ancient grace

    45,912 births
  76. 76.
    Jenna

    Arabic / Hebrew · Fair and gracious, heaven's blessing

    45,856 births
  77. 77.
    Angela

    Latin / Greek · Messenger angel, heavenly and graceful

    45,171 births
  78. 78.
    Savannah

    Spanish / Native American · Open grassland of beauty and freedom

    44,716 births
  79. 79.
    Mariah

    Hebrew / Latin · Star of the sea, beloved and eternally graceful

    44,603 births
  80. 80.
    Alexandria

    Greek · Defender of mankind, noble and protective

    44,095 births
  81. 81.
    Sierra

    Spanish · Majestic mountain peaks, wild and free

    43,638 births
  82. 82.
    Alicia

    Old Germanic · Noble and of exalted spirit

    43,488 births
  83. 83.
    Briana

    Irish Gaelic · Strong, noble, and gracefully powerful

    42,801 births
  84. 84.
    Miranda

    Latin · Admired and worthy of wonder, remarkable spirit

    42,225 births
  85. 85.
    Jamie

    Hebrew · Beloved supplanter with a spirited heart

    41,441 births
  86. 86.
    Catherine

    Greek · Pure and clear, with timeless grace

    40,763 births
  87. 87.
    Brittney

    Latin · From Brittany, a land of strength and timeless beauty

    40,030 births
  88. 88.
    Breanna

    Irish / Gaelic · Strong and noble, with the breath of Irish hills

    40,026 births
  89. 89.
    Grace

    Latin · Divine blessing, elegance, and merciful kindness

    39,872 births
  90. 90.
    Monica

    Latin · Wise advisor and noble guide

    38,895 births
  91. 91.
    Sabrina

    Latin / Celtic · From the sacred river, boundary keeper of grace

    38,664 births
  92. 92.
    Madeline

    Hebrew / French · Of Magdala—noble, elevated, and worthy of honor

    36,967 births
  93. 93.
    Caroline

    Latin · Strong and beautiful, free spirited woman

    36,827 births
  94. 94.
    Molly

    Hebrew (via English nickname tradition) · Beloved and cherished one with spirited grace

    36,567 births
  95. 95.
    Erika

    Old Norse / Scandinavian · Eternal ruler, forever brave and powerful

    35,076 births
  96. 96.
    Mackenzie

    Scottish Gaelic · Child of the wise leader and fair one

    34,778 births
  97. 97.
    Leah

    Hebrew · Weary and graceful, tender strength

    34,099 births
  98. 98.
    Diana

    Latin · Divine huntress; light, illumination, and independence

    33,784 births
  99. 99.
    Whitney

    Old English · White island, pure and independent spirit

    32,886 births
  100. 100.
    Cheyenne

    Native American (Cheyenne people) · Speakers of a native language, wild and free-spirited

    31,849 births

Boy Names of the 1990s

  1. 1.
    Michael

    Hebrew · Who is like God; divine protector and strength

    462,466 births
  2. 2.
    Christopher

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

    360,287 births
  3. 3.
    Matthew

    Hebrew · Gift of God, a blessing bestowed with grace

    351,682 births
  4. 4.
    Joshua

    Hebrew · God is salvation, a deliverer and guide

    329,192 births
  5. 5.
    Jacob

    Hebrew · Held by God with quiet determination

    298,415 births
  6. 6.
    Nicholas

    Greek · People's victory and noble triumph

    275,329 births
  7. 7.
    Andrew

    Greek · Strong and courageous, a true warrior spirit

    272,941 births
  8. 8.
    Daniel

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

    272,360 births
  9. 9.
    Tyler

    English · Builder of roofs, skilled and constructive maker

    262,320 births
  10. 10.
    Joseph

    Hebrew · God will increase; blessed with abundance and growth

    260,751 births
  11. 11.
    Brandon

    Old English · Sword-like and fiery, a proud warrior's strength

    259,420 births
  12. 12.
    David

    Hebrew · Beloved one; cherished with tenderness and grace

    253,711 births
  13. 13.
    James

    Hebrew · Supplanter; he who follows with gracious strength

    244,980 births
  14. 14.
    Ryan

    Irish Gaelic · Royalty and strength of the regal kind

    241,248 births
  15. 15.
    John

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

    240,151 births
  16. 16.
    Zachary

    Hebrew · God remembers with infinite love and care

    225,290 births
  17. 17.
    Justin

    Latin · Just and righteous, fair and true

    220,135 births
  18. 18.
    William

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

    217,822 births
  19. 19.
    Anthony

    Latin · Priceless and beyond measure, a treasure of character

    216,231 births
  20. 20.
    Robert

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

    205,459 births
  21. 21.
    Jonathan

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

    197,503 births
  22. 22.
    Austin

    Latin · Majestic and dignified, great and worthy

    190,140 births
  23. 23.
    Alexander

    Greek · Defender of humanity, strength with noble purpose

    183,952 births
  24. 24.
    Kyle

    Scottish Gaelic · Narrow strait, where waters meet and connect

    180,218 births
  25. 25.
    Kevin

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

    165,232 births
  26. 26.
    Thomas

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

    146,638 births
  27. 27.
    Cody

    Irish Gaelic · Helpful and kind, a true companion

    146,486 births
  28. 28.
    Jordan

    Hebrew · One who flows downward with grace and clarity

    144,756 births
  29. 29.
    Eric

    Old Norse · Eternal ruler, strength and honorable leadership

    135,244 births
  30. 30.
    Benjamin

    Hebrew · Son of the right hand, favored and strong

    133,939 births
  31. 31.
    Aaron

    Hebrew · Mountain of strength, exalted and enlightened

    128,377 births
  32. 32.
    Christian

    Latin · Follower of Christ, anointed and beloved

    126,065 births
  33. 33.
    Samuel

    Hebrew · God has heard, divinely answered prayer

    125,597 births
  34. 34.
    Dylan

    Welsh · Great tide, strength and sea's mystery

    122,074 births
  35. 35.
    Steven

    Greek · Crown-bearer, victor adorned with laurels

    121,110 births
  36. 36.
    Brian

    Irish Gaelic · Strong and noble, man of great strength

    119,309 births
  37. 37.
    Jose

    Hebrew · God will increase; blessed and abundant

    119,042 births
  38. 38.
    Timothy

    Greek · One who honors God with reverent devotion

    107,772 births
  39. 39.
    Nathan

    Hebrew · God gave; a blessing bestowed with purpose

    107,332 births
  40. 40.
    Adam

    Hebrew · Of the earth; humanity's first and beloved

    106,909 births
  41. 41.
    Richard

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

    94,876 births
  42. 42.
    Patrick

    Latin · Noble and patrician, dignified strength

    92,931 births
  43. 43.
    Charles

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

    92,434 births
  44. 44.
    Sean

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

    92,003 births
  45. 45.
    Jason

    Greek · Healer and protector, one who mends all wounds

    91,731 births
  46. 46.
    Cameron

    Scottish Gaelic · Crooked stream that bends with courage

    81,131 births
  47. 47.
    Jeremy

    Hebrew · God will uplift and exalt

    77,794 births
  48. 48.
    Mark

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

    75,816 births
  49. 49.
    Stephen

    Greek · Crown of victory, honored and steadfast warrior

    75,160 births
  50. 50.
    Jesse

    Hebrew · Gift of God, blessed presence

    73,791 births
  51. 51.
    Juan

    Hebrew · God's gracious gift; favor and divine blessing

    70,919 births
  52. 52.
    Alex

    Greek · Defender of people, noble protector

    70,830 births
  53. 53.
    Travis

    Old French · Journeyer of crossroads with wandering spirit

    68,208 births
  54. 54.
    Jeffrey

    Germanic / Hebrew · Divine peace and protection combined

    66,987 births
  55. 55.
    Ethan

    Hebrew · Strong and firm, solid as a rock

    66,930 births
  56. 56.
    Caleb

    Hebrew · Devotion and whole heart, wholehearted faith

    66,298 births
  57. 57.
    Luis

    Spanish / Latin · Renowned warrior, famous in battle

    64,761 births
  58. 58.
    Jared

    Hebrew · He who descends—suggesting flow and grace

    63,792 births
  59. 59.
    Logan

    Scottish Gaelic · Small hollow in the landscape, serene and grounded

    63,577 births
  60. 60.
    Hunter

    Old English · Courageous seeker with keen perception

    60,524 births
  61. 61.
    Trevor

    Welsh · Great settlement, ambitious and rooted strength

    59,943 births
  62. 62.
    Bryan

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

    59,751 births
  63. 63.
    Evan

    Welsh · Young warrior filled with strength and courage

    59,396 births
  64. 64.
    Paul

    Latin · Small and humble, carrying quiet inner strength

    58,931 births
  65. 65.
    Taylor

    Old English · Skillful craftsman, one who shapes their own path

    58,408 births
  66. 66.
    Kenneth

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

    58,254 births
  67. 67.
    Connor

    Irish Gaelic · Lover of hounds, noble companion of strength

    57,391 births
  68. 68.
    Dustin

    Norse / Old English · Valiant fighter, brave and strong warrior

    56,768 births
  69. 69.
    Noah

    Hebrew · Rest, comfort, and new beginnings after the storm

    56,269 births
  70. 70.
    Carlos

    Spanish / Latin · Strong and manly, a leader of character

    55,185 births
  71. 71.
    Devin

    Irish Gaelic / Old English · Divine poet, bringer of creativity and inspiration

    55,072 births
  72. 72.
    Gabriel

    Hebrew · God's messenger of strength and divine power

    54,819 births
  73. 73.
    Ian

    Scottish Gaelic · Gracious gift from God's favor

    54,007 births
  74. 74.
    Nathaniel

    Hebrew · Gift of God, blessed with divine favor

    52,577 births
  75. 75.
    Gregory

    Greek · Watchful protector, vigilant and wise

    52,090 births
  76. 76.
    Derek

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

    50,756 births
  77. 77.
    Corey

    Irish Gaelic / Old Norse · From the rounded hill, steadfast and grounded

    50,223 births
  78. 78.
    Jesus

    Hebrew / Greek · God is salvation and divine grace

    49,129 births
  79. 79.
    Scott

    Old English · From Scotland, wanderer and explorer

    49,019 births
  80. 80.
    Bradley

    Old English · Broad meadow of strength and freedom

    48,086 births
  81. 81.
    Dakota

    Native American (Sioux/Dakota) · Friendly and noble allies of the land

    46,649 births
  82. 82.
    Antonio

    Latin · Priceless and worthy of admiration

    46,546 births
  83. 83.
    Marcus

    Latin · Devoted to Mars, warrior with strength and courage

    46,497 births
  84. 84.
    Blake

    Old English · Dark and mysterious, strength in contrast

    45,873 births
  85. 85.
    Garrett

    Germanic / Old English · Mighty spear-bearer, strong warrior's heritage

    45,326 births
  86. 86.
    Edward

    Old English · Prosperous guardian, protector of wealth and wellbeing

    45,164 births
  87. 87.
    Luke

    Latin / Greek · Light-bringer with clarity and warmth

    44,434 births
  88. 88.
    Shawn

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

    42,483 births
  89. 89.
    Peter

    Greek · Rock and foundation; steadfast and solid

    42,394 births
  90. 90.
    Seth

    Hebrew · Appointed one, blessed foundation of family

    42,213 births
  91. 91.
    Mitchell

    Hebrew / English · Gift from God with noble strength

    42,015 births
  92. 92.
    Adrian

    Latin · From the Adriatic, rich with ancient grace

    41,982 births
  93. 93.
    Victor

    Latin · Triumphant conqueror, strength in victory

    41,072 births
  94. 94.
    Miguel

    Hebrew · Who is like God, strong and steadfast

    41,009 births
  95. 95.
    Shane

    Irish Gaelic · God's gracious gift, borne with strength

    40,598 births
  96. 96.
    Chase

    Old French · To pursue with purpose and spirited determination

    40,311 births
  97. 97.
    Isaac

    Hebrew · Laughter and joy, a child of promise

    40,271 births
  98. 98.
    Spencer

    English · Keeper of provisions; capable steward and protector

    38,182 births
  99. 99.
    Lucas

    Latin · Light-bringer from Lucania, illuminating the way

    38,178 births
  100. 100.
    Jack

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

    37,501 births

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