1930s Girl Names · 635+ names with meanings

1930s Girl Names From a Beautiful Era

Step back into the Great Depression — resilience, radio dramas, and the soft glamour of black-and-white film stars. Discover 1930s girl names that defined an era — from chart-toppers parents chose for their daughters to hidden gems waiting to be rediscovered. Every name includes its full meaning, origin, and the story behind why it shaped its generation.

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1930s Girl Names

A
15 of 27 names
Adoria
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Joyful, elegant, and beautiful.
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Adriane
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Dark, masculine, noble, descended.
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Alana
Irish / Hawaiian / Germanic · Beautiful, precious, awakening
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Alanna
Irish Gaelic / Celtic · Beautiful darling / rock, harmony
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Aleathia
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Noble, truthful, or faithful.
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Alexie
Greek / Slavic · Defender of mankind; protector.
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Alisia
Germanic / Greek · Noble, of noble character
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Alix
Germanic · Noble kind
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Allana
Irish Gaelic / Celtic · Beautiful darling / rock, harmony
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Alnita
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Unique, graceful, divine, celestial, blessed.
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Alura
English · Godlike adviser
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Alycia
Germanic · Noble, of noble character
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Anamaria
Romanian / Spanish · Grace + drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved
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Andria
Greek / Latin · Feminine form of Andrew.
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Angeles
Spanish · Angels
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15 of 22 names
Babbette
Modern American · Feminine, diminutive form of Barbara.
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Barabara
Modern American · Barabara means "stranger" or "foreigner".
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Barabra
Modern American · Barabra: Name with uncertain etymology.
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Barb
English · Short form of Barbara; stranger
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Barbaraann
Arabic / Persian · Feminine name meaning foreign or strange.
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Barbarajean
Modern American · Blend of Barbara and Jean.
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Barbarann
Modern American · Unsure of name 'Barbarann'.
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Barbie
Greek · Foreign, stranger, exotic one
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Bari
Modern American · Gifted, Exalted, Respected, Selective, Sailing
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Beau
French · Handsome
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Beckey
Modern American · Variant of Becky/Rebecca; to bind or tie.
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Berlinda
Modern American · Variant of the name Belinda.
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Bernardette
Modern American · Feminine form of Bernard.
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Bethann
Modern American · Combination of "Beth" and "Ann."
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Beverely
Modern American · Ancient Stream, dweller by the beaver stream.
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15 of 46 names
Camillia
Modern American · Flowering plant with medicinal properties.
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Caral
Modern American · Strong and timeless feminine name.
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Carilyn
Modern American · Combination of Carol and Marilyn.
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Carin
Greek / Danish · Pure
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Carlen
Modern American · Little champion or little warrior.
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Carlyon
Modern American · No information available.
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Carolann
Modern American · Feminine name; compound of Carol and Ann.
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Carolanne
Modern American · Beloved, gracious woman.
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Caroleann
Modern American · Strong and gracious woman.
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Carolena
Modern American · Feminine name meaning "song" or "joyful".
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Carolie
Modern American · Joyful and gracious woman.
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Caroljean
Modern American · Feminine name meaning "joyful song".
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Carollee
Modern American · Feminine name meaning "joyful melody."
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Carollyn
Modern American · Variant of Caroline; free man.
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Caroly
Modern American · Strong, beloved, radiant woman.
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15 of 64 names
Dallan
Modern American · Valley defender; strong and fearless.
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Daneen
Modern American · God is my judge.
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Danelle
Modern American · God is my judge.
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Danetta
Modern American · Feminine name with unknown meaning.
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Danette
English · Feminine form of Daniel.
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Danice
Modern American · God is my judge.
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Danielle
English / French / Hebrew · God Judges Me
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Danita
English · From Denmark
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Dannette
Modern American · Feminine form of "Daniel."
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Dannielle
Modern American · Feminine name; variation of Danielle.
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Danya
Hebrew / Russian · Gift of God, divine grace.
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Daphney
Modern American · Laurel, victory, victory, bright, flower
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Darian
English · Wealth, kingly
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Darilyn
Modern American · Modern variation of Marilyn.
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Darlen
Modern American · Beloved, tender, dear, cherished, adored.
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8 of 8 names
Elana
Modern American · Bright, shining, beautiful, tree, oak.
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Elanda
Modern American · Strong, noble, powerful, leader, independent
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Elisea
Modern American · Promised by God, God is my oath
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Emalie
Modern American · Feminine name meaning "hardworking" or "industrious."
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Enedelia
Modern American · Delicate, noble, pure, gracious, bright.
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Enrica
Germanic / Italian · Ruler of The House
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Evanjelina
Modern American · Derived from 'Evangelion' (Greek); "Good news" or "gospel"
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Evonna
Modern American · "God is gracious, full of mercy."
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5 of 5 names
Farida
Arabic / Urdu · Unique, precious pearl
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Felicity
English / Latin · Filled With Happiness
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Frannie
English · Free, adventurous, brave, joyful, playful.
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Frayda
Yiddish · Joy
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Freya
Old Norse · Lady, noble woman
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15 of 26 names
Garlene
Modern American · Feminine name meaning "spear protector".
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Gayanne
Modern American · Joyful, graceful, serene, feminine, lovely.
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Gaylee
Modern American · Lively, cheerful, joyful, spirited.
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Gaylene
Modern American · Feminine name meaning joyful, bright.
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Gayna
Modern American · "Joyful" or "Rejoicer"
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Gaytha
Modern American · Female name meaning "bright, joyful."
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Gearlene
Modern American · Feminine name with unknown origin.
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Genean
Modern American · Variant of the name 'Jeanne'.
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Genee
Modern American · "God is gracious, noble."
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Geniece
Modern American · Formal and simple meaning: "Product of noble origins"
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Genna
Hebrew / Greek · White wave, fair phantom
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Gennell
Modern American · Variant of the name 'Janelle'.
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Gerardine
French · Strong, brave, industrious, noble, thoughtful.
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Gerlean
Modern American · Guided by noble spear.
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Glendia
Modern American · Feminine name with unknown meaning.
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4 of 4 names
Harla
Modern American · No information available on 'Harla'.
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Harlean
Modern American · Joyful, graceful, shining, noble beauty.
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Harleen
Modern American · Joyful, harmonious, serene fairy.
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Harolyn
Modern American · Noble ruler; distinguished leader.
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2 of 2 names
Inna
Russian / Ukrainian · Strong and powerful woman.
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Izel
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Delicate; unique
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15 of 98 names
Jacalyn
Modern American · Beloved, pure, gracious, feminine.
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Jaci
English · Beautiful, cherished, radiant, moon, hyacinth
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Jackeline
Modern American · Supplanter, gracious, and noble.
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Jacki
Hebrew · Supplanter
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Jackline
Modern American · "Feminine form of Jack."
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Jacklynn
Hebrew / French · Supplanter
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Jacolyn
Modern American · Feminine variant of Jacob.
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Jacquita
Modern American · Feminine form of Jacques.
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Jalaine
Modern American · Feminine name with French origin.
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Jalene
Modern American · Belonging to Jal.
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Janae
Hebrew / American · God is gracious, graceful gift
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Janalee
Modern American · God is gracious.
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Janan
Arabic · Life, soul, beloved, heart, fountain.
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Janeal
Modern American · "God is gracious; gift."
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Janean
Modern American · God is gracious gift.
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15 of 29 names
Kaaren
Modern American · Pure, clear, innocent, chaste.
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Karey
Modern American · Pure, beloved, beloved friend.
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Kari
Norse / Scandinavian · Pure
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Karilyn
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Combination of names Carolyn and Karen.
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Karis
Modern American · Grace
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Karmen
Croatian / Slovene · Carmen: Song, garden, or vineyard.
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Karole
Modern American · Strong, feminine, noble, graceful, divine.
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Karolee
Modern American · Joyful, Strong, Beloved, Graceful, Tender.
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Karon
English / Greek · Chaste, Pure
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Karrie
English · Pure, beloved, graceful, strong.
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Karrol
Modern American · Strong, brave, valiant, free-spirited, unique.
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Karyn
English · Pure, beloved, or little pure.
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Kateri
Greek / Mohawk · Pure, clear, each of the two
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Katerine
Modern American · Pure, innocent, blessed, chaste, clear.
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Kathey
Modern American · "Pure" or "Pure one"
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15 of 47 names
Lacretia
Modern American · Ancient Roman name meaning "fortunate".
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Ladawn
Modern American · Morning's beauty emerges gracefully
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Ladon
Modern American · Serene and mighty serpent guardian.
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Lafreda
Modern American · No known meaning.
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Lagretta
Modern American · Feminine name derived from 'Margaret'.
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Laine
English · Path, narrow road
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Lajuanda
Spanish / Portuguese · Gracious, divine gift, renowned.
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Lanae
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Feminine name meaning "attractive, pleasant."
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Landa
Modern American · Simple, formal meaning of 'Landa': "Open land or territory."
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Laqueta
Modern American · "Laqueta" is a modern feminine name with no specific meaning.
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Laquetta
Modern American · French feminine form of Jacques.
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Laquita
Modern American · Term of endearment; little woman.
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Laquitta
Modern American · Derived from the name Jakita.
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Laramie
French · Canopy of leafy boughs
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Larell
Modern American · Uncertain, inspired, determined. | Formal: Uncertain future, inspired aspirations.
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15 of 53 names
Malin
Hebrew / Swedish · Woman of Magdala, tower of God
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Mardean
Modern American · "Valley of the Sea."
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Mardee
Modern American · Variant of the name Mardi
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Margi
Modern American · 'Pearl' or 'child of light'.
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Mariaelena
Spanish / Portuguese · Combination of Maria and Elena.
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Maridee
Modern American · Strong and graceful woman.
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Maridel
Modern American · Sea and divine beauty.
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Marieann
Modern American · Feminine name with double origins.
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Mariene
Modern American · 'The one who is pure.'
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Marily
Modern American · Drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + meadow
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Marisa
Hebrew / Italian · Beloved and renowned
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Marissa
English / Italian / Latin / Portuguese / Spanish · Of The Sea
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Marisue
Modern American · Combination of Mary and Sue.
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Maritta
Finnish · Drop of the sea; bitter; beloved
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Marlaine
Modern American · Variant of the name Marlene.
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15 of 17 names
Nadina
Modern American · "Hopeful, graceful, delicate, nurturing."
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Nadra
Arabic · Precious, rare, one of a kind.
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Nancyann
Modern American · Nancyann: Graceful, beloved, gracious woman.
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Nancyjo
Modern American · Combination of Nancy and Jo.
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Narda
Modern American · Fragrant
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Natasha
Latin / Russian · Born at Christmas, natal day
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Navarro
Spanish · From Navarre
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Nea
Finnish / Swedish · Like A Twinflower
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Neena
Modern American · Graceful, lovely, beautiful girl.
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Nelida
Modern American · "Lily of the Valley."
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Nereida
Greek / Spanish · Nymph of The Sea
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Nessa
Scandinavian / Cornish · Headlands, promontory
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Nevia
Modern American · "Snowy, pure memory or image."
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Nicole
Greek / French · Victory of the people
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Niki
Greek · Victory of the people
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12 of 12 names
Paquita
Spanish · From France; free man
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Pati
Modern American · Noble; respectful; leader; guardian.
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Paticia
Modern American · Feminine name meaning "noble woman."
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Patrcia
Modern American · Noble, noblewoman, of noble birth.
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Patriciaann
Modern American · Noble, gracious, and cultured woman.
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Patriciann
Modern American · Noble woman or noble birth.
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Peggi
Modern American · Feminine, diminutive form of Margaret.
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Pegi
Modern American · Unknown meaning. Lacks significant historical data.
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Penni
Modern American · "Female version of Penny."
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Pepper
Modern American · Berry
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Peri
Greek / Hebrew / Persian · Mountain dweller; fruit; fairy
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Pualani
Hawaiian · Heavenly flower
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1 of 1 name
Quita
Modern American · Quiet, peaceful forest dweller.
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15 of 43 names
Raeann
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Graceful, beloved, and kind.
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Ramonita
Spanish / Portuguese · Little advice: There are many explanations for the name 'Ramonita', but a simpler and more formal explanation would be "little protector".
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Ranae
Indian / Sanskrit / Punjabi · Feminine name meaning "rebirth" or "queen."
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Randi
English / Latin · Admirable
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Ravenna
English · "Blackbird" or "Dark-haired woman."
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Rayna
Hebrew · Song of the Lord
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Raynelle
Modern American · Graceful and radiant woman.
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Reata
Modern American · Network, relationship or bond.
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Reena
English / Hindi / Indian / Marathi / Nepali · Joyful, beautiful, compassionate, peaceful, kind.
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Renay
Modern American · Rebirth, born again, to renew.
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Renea
Modern American · Rebirth, Joy, Peace, Serenity.
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Renella
Modern American · No information is available.
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Renette
Modern American · Charming, feminine, and elegant name.
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Retia
Modern American · Multilayered, intricate, adaptable, strong, intelligent.
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Revonda
Modern American · "Revonda" has no commonly accepted meaning.
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15 of 90 names
Salli
Finnish · Pure and innocent.
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Sallyanne
Modern American · Combination of "Sally" and "Anne".
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Sandee
Modern American · Short form of Sandra, Alessandra.
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Sandie
Greek · Defender of men
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Sandralee
Modern American · Sandralee has no specific meaning.
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Sandrea
Modern American · Unknown origin, meaning not found.
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Sandria
Modern American · Feminine name with elegant sound.
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Saraann
Modern American · Floral princess or noble princess.
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Sarann
Indian / Sanskrit / Punjabi · Simple and formal meaning: "Dedicated and radiant leader."
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Saranne
Indian / Sanskrit / Punjabi · Princess, noble maiden, elegant woman.
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Sarha
Modern American · Princess, noble, or lady
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Scarlet
English · Scarlet, red
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Scarlett
Old English · Red, vibrant, scarlet cloth
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Scherry
Modern American · Cherry-like; resembling a cherry.
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Serita
Indian / Sanskrit / Punjabi · 'Cherished' or 'beloved'
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15 of 16 names
Tal
Hebrew / Jewish · Dewy
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Tammy
Hebrew · Palm tree, upright and graceful
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Tamra
English · Palm tree, spice, date.
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Tara
Irish / Serbian / Slovenian / Croatian · Rocky hill
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Tawana
Modern American · Tawana means "God's gift"
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Tay
English · Tailor
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Tedra
Modern American · Feminine name meaning "God's gift."
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Tema
Modern American · Word, concept, or subject matter.
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Tish
Modern American · Joy, gladness
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Tonette
Modern American · "Tiny victorious one, gracious."
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Tove
Danish / Norwegian / Scandinavian / Swedish / Faroese · Beautiful
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Toya
American / Latin · Woman of Victory
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Treasure
English / Latin · Highly valued possession
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Tricia
English · Noble
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Trisha
Latin · Noble, patrician, of noble birth
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10 of 10 names
Valeen
Modern American · Strong, resilient, valiant, courageous, determined
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Vanette
Modern American · Graceful gift from God.
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Vasilia
Greek · Royal, kingly
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Veanna
Modern American · Feminine name meaning "blessed woman."
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Verita
Indian / Sanskrit / Punjabi · "Truth" or "true"
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Vernestine
Modern American · Feminine name meaning "spring-like"
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Vianne
English / French · Meaning: God's gracious gift or graciousness.
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Viki
Indian / Sanskrit / Punjabi · Victorious and full of life.
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Vikki
English · Victorious, conqueror, successful, leader.
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Vonne
Modern American · God is gracious and merciful.
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7 of 7 names
Waynette
Modern American · Variant of "Wayne"; little wagon driver.
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Wenda
English · Germanic: Wanderer, seeker, explorer.
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Wendie
Modern American · Welsh name meaning "white wave"
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Williette
Modern American · Variant of William, strong-willed woman.
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Willistine
Modern American · Simple and formal meaning of the name 'Willistine': Strong-willed and determined woman.
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Wyonia
Modern American · Feminine name with unknown meaning.
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Wyvonia
Modern American · No available information.
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4 of 4 names
Ysela
Modern American · Noble and graceful young woman.
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Yvonda
Modern American · "Yvonda" doesn't have a clear meaning as it is not a commonly used name.
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Yvone
Modern American · "Yvone" means "young archer."
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Yvonnie
Modern American · Feminine name; meaning unknown.
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4 of 4 names
Zandra
English / Greek · Protector of Humanity
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Zee
Latin · Grain
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Zondra
Modern American · Gracious and brave female warrior.
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Zorina
Slavic · Golden dawn
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1930s Girl Names — Questions & answers

Everything you need to choose the perfect name for your daughter.

The top picks of the era included Mary, Betty, Barbara, Shirley, and Patricia — names parents reached for again and again during an era of hardship met with grace and grit.
They captured the spirit of the time. Names like Doris, Joan, and Phyllis carry the personality of their era — instantly recognizable as belonging to that moment in history.
Many of them are. Beverly, Joyce, and Joan have all climbed back into modern favor as parents rediscover the charm of the era.
Short names had their moment too. Anne, Jean, Joan, and Ruth were all common — small names with timeless appeal.
Yes — biblical and traditional names like Mary, Ruth, and Sarah stayed in favor across the decade, anchoring trends in tradition.
Joyce, Joy, and Grace all carry meanings as lovely as the era they came from — grace, light, joy, and love woven into their origins.
For something less common, try Wanda, Eileen, or Marlene — authentic to the era but uncommon today, perfect for parents who love hidden gems.
Not necessarily — many feel beautifully timeless. Names like Mary and Beverly have stayed lovely across generations and feel fresh on a modern child.
Try saying the name aloud and pairing it with your last name. If a name like Doris or Barbara still feels right after that, it probably is — vintage names work beautifully when they fit.
NameHub has a full collection of 1930s girl names organized by popularity, meaning, and origin — every name comes with its full story and pronunciation.