Early 1900s Peak baby names
Names tagged with “Early 1900s Peak” across DNA, style, or vibe in the Namesake database.
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10 names
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- Minna
Germanic
84From Old High German 'Minne' meaning love or memory. A diminutive form suggesting gentle affection and tenderness.
- Emillie
Latin
84Feminine form of Emil, derived from Aemilius meaning 'rival' or 'striving'. The double-L spelling adds a feminine, vintage flourish popular in early 20th-century naming.
- Ethel
English
62From Old English 'æðel' meaning 'noble'. A classic name symbolizing aristocratic virtue and refinement.
- Ebbie
Hebrew
62From Hebrew Abigail meaning 'father's joy.' Ebbie is a playful modern diminutive popularized in early 20th century.
- Amzie
Hebrew
62From Amelia/Amethyst blend or Hebrew 'Amica' meaning friend. Modern American creation popular in early 20th century.
- Maybell
English
62Combination of May (the month or hawthorn flower) and Belle (beautiful), suggesting a beautiful springtime child.
- Milly
Latin
56Diminutive form of Millicent, from Latin 'Amalasuintha' meaning 'strong worker' or 'industrious one'
- Wilber
Germanic
40From Old German elements 'wil' (will, desire) and 'berht' (bright). Means 'resolute and bright' or 'determined brightness'.
- Bessie
Hebrew
40From Elizabeth, meaning 'God's oath' in Hebrew. Bessie became a popular Victorian-era nickname and eventually a standalone name.
- Ettie
Hebrew
40From Hebrew 'Esther', meaning 'star'. Ettie is a diminutive form that became a standalone vintage name.
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Popularity data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024
