Top 1930s Baby Names

Check out the most popular baby names from the 1930s. Discover timeless classics like “John” and “Mary” or unique gems such as “Eleanor” and “Howard.” Perfect for parents seeking vintage inspiration. Learn more about these nostalgic names below. #BabyNames #1930sNames

Dorothy

The name Dorothy is a girl's name of English, Greek origin, meaning "gift of God".

Henry

The name Henry is both a boy's name and a girl's name of German origin, meaning "estate ruler".

Elaine

The name Elaine is a girl's name of French, Scottish origin, meaning "bright, shining light".

Norman

The name Norman is a boy's name of English origin, meaning "northerner, Norseman".

Lawrence

The name Lawrence is both a boy's name and a girl's name of Latin origin, meaning "from Laurentium".

Mary

The name Mary is a girl's name of Hebrew origin, meaning "drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved".

Joan

The name Joan is both a boy's name and a girl's name of English origin, meaning "God is gracious".

Betty

The name Betty is a girl's name of Hebrew origin, meaning "pledged to God".

Francis

The name Francis is both a boy's name and a girl's name of Latin origin, meaning "Frenchman or free man".

Thomas

The name Thomas is a boy's name of Aramaic origin, meaning "twin".

Marjorie

The name Marjorie is a girl's name of Scottish origin, meaning "pearl".

Peggy

The name Peggy is a girl's name of English, Greek origin, meaning "pearl".

Harold

The name Harold is a boy's name of Scandinavian origin, meaning "army ruler".

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