Vintage Americana baby names

From the English place name meaning 'settlement of Benna', a town in Vermont historically known for its textile mills.

Compound of Florida (the Spanish state name meaning 'flowered' or 'blooming') and Alma (Spanish for 'soul'). A distinctly American creation blending geography and spiritual meaning.

From Old English 'foul stream' or 'muddy stream', referring to geographical features. Associated with Folsom, California and historical places.

From Old English elements meaning 'hollow' and 'brook,' referring to a stream running through a valley or hollow.

A sweet drink or syrup, from Arabic 'julab' meaning rose water or flavored drink, popularized in American South as an iced bourbon cocktail.

From Scottish surname origin, likely derived from a place name or patronymic. Associated with the Gunnison River in Colorado, named after explorer John W. Gunnison.

A colloquial American nickname meaning 'boss' or 'chief', used as a term of familiarity and respect for a man or boy.

A modern American name, likely a feminization of 'Wanly' or a blend formation. May also relate to 'wan' (pale) combined with the feminine suffix '-ita'.

From Old English 'stān' (stone) and 'tūn' (settlement). Literally 'stone settlement' or 'rocky homestead'.