Most Popular Names of the 1980s

Most Popular Names of the 1980s — browse our complete collection of 100+ names with meanings, origins and pronunciations. Find inspiration for your baby from this carefully curated list.

Showing 49–96 of 100 names

49.Joshua

♂ Male

Hebrew

The Lord is salvation

Just, righteous

Pure

Pure, clear, or innocent

53.Katie

♀ Female

English diminutive of Katherine

pure

54.Kelly

⚥ Unisex

Irish Gaelic

Warrior, bright-headed, or descendant of Ceallach

55.Kenneth

♂ Male

Gaelic

Born of fire; handsome

Handsome birth

From the royal fortress meadow

58.Kristen

♀ Female

English, Scandinavian

follower of Christ

follower of Christ

narrow strait, channel, or wood

Laurel tree, victory

From the laurel tree; crowned with laurels

63.Lindsay

⚥ Unisex

Old English, Scottish Gaelic

From the island of the lime trees, or 'Lincoln's island'

64.Lindsey

⚥ Unisex

Old English

from the island of linden trees; from Lincoln

65.Lisa

♀ Female

Hebrew, German

God is my oath; consecrated to God

Beloved, bitter

Warlike

bitter, beloved, rebellion, wished-for child

Gift of God

pearl

Bee, honeybee

Who is like God?

Who is like God?

He gave, God has given

75.Nicholas

♂ Male

Greek

Victory of the people

76.Nicole

♀ Female

Greek

Victory of the people

nobleman, patrician

small, humble

ewe

to tie, to bind, to ensnare

81.Richard

♂ Male

Germanic

Brave ruler. A strong and authoritative name.

bright fame

Little king

Heard by God; listener

princess, lady

Princess, noblewoman

Scottish, Old English

from Scotland, a Scot, or a wanderer

God is gracious

old river

Crown, garland

Crown, garland

Crown, garland, honor

Twin

Manifestation of God

Honoring God

English (Norman French)

toll collector, crossroads

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