Modern (1980s 2000s) Names

Discover over 107 modern baby names popular from the 1980s through the 2000s, perfect for parents seeking a nostalgic yet contemporary feel. Explore our curated list for unique and timeless options for your newborn.

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Latin, through English

of the sea

American (likely a variant of Marina)

of the sea

French, English

nobleman, border lord

American (diminutive of Marque)

little Mark, dedicated to Mars

of Mars, warlike

Latin (via English)

warlike, dedicated to Mars

English (combination of Mary and Jean)

bitter, beloved, and God is gracious

Hebrew and Latin

Bitter, beloved, or star of the sea and grace

Combination of Mary (bitter, beloved, or drop of the sea) and Elizabeth (God is my oath)

Welsh, via Irish and English

pearl

English, Scottish, Irish (diminutive of Margaret)

pearl

American (from Greek)

song, music

American, derived from Melanie or French melon

dark, black, or melon

sea, ocean

French diminutive of Michelle

who is like God

English, Hebrew

Who is like God?

Honey; sweet

English (diminutive of Melinda)

honey; sweet

American (from English word)

mist, haze

who is like God?

English, from Norman French

from the pointed hill

merciful, beloved

American English (likely modern coinage)

unknown, possibly a modern American coinage or variant of other names

American (from Latin)

of the sea; relating to ships or navigation

new, young

American, from Greek

new

from the new town

Greek (via English)

victory of the people

English diminutive of Nicola or Nicole

victory of the people

Finnish, Slavic

Diminutive of names ending in -niina, such as Katariina (pure) or Anniina (grace).

American (likely a modern coinage or variant of Greek names)

victory of the people

English, from Old French

man from the North, Norseman

Light of the rose, rose light

American (from Maori)

of the river

that day

English (diminutive of Oswald or Oscar)

divine spear, bear god, or god's power

from Pannonia

Finnish, from Greek

Passover; to pass by

English diminutive of Patrick or Patricia

noble, patrician

Pœga's town, warrior's town, or royal estate

Latin, Old French

fruit, peach tree

English, American

weaver, or a coin

pepper plant, spice

Finnish, from Germanic

bright ruler, famous ruler (diminutive)

English, from Latin

petunia flower

382.Pierre-Julien

rock, stone (Pierre) and youthful, downy-bearded (Julien)

Finnish, from Germanic

wise protector, counsel protection

American (African American)

righteous, good

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