1970s Girl Names · 4021+ names with meanings

1970s Girl Names From a Beautiful Era

Step back into the disco era — bell-bottoms, mirror balls, and the rise of brown shag carpet in every living room. Discover 1970s 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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1970s Girl Names

A
15 of 386 names
Aaliyah
Arabic · Exalted, sublime, heavenly
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Aaren
Hebrew · Exalted, mountain of strength
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Aarika
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Noble and precious ruler.
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Aarti
Hindi / Indian / Marathi · Worship; offering of light.
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Aaryn
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Noble, enlightened, ruler, exalted, superior.
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Abeer
Arabic · Fragrance; aroma; scent.
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Abena
African / Akan / Ghanaian / WesternAfrican · Born on Tuesday
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Abeni
African / WesternAfrican / Yoruba · We prayed for her and she arrived
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Abi
Scottish · Father
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Abigal
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · "Joy of the Father"
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Abijah
Biblical / Hebrew · God is My Father
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Abimbola
Yoruba / WestAfrican · Blessed child with abundant wealth.
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Abiola
Yoruba / WestAfrican · Nigerian name meaning "born into wealth."
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Abria
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Joyful, radiant and brave.
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Abygail
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · God's joy, father's rejoicing.
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B
15 of 112 names
Babygirl
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Endearing name for a female.
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Bahar
Kurdish / Persian / Turkish · Spring
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Bahati
African / Yoruba / Swahili · "Bahati" means "luck" or "fortune".
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Baleria
Modern American · Strong, brave, warrior-like girl.
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Banessa
Modern American · Unknown meaning.
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Bao
Chinese · Treasure, jewel
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Baraka
Kiswahili · Blessings
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Batya
Hebrew / Jewish · Daughter of God
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Bear
Old English / Germanic · Bear, bear-like, strong as a bear
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Beena
Modern American · Meaning of the name 'Beena': Clear-sighted; Wise; Perceptive.
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Beila
Modern American · Simple and formal: Blessed, Devoted, Graceful, Noble, Pristine.
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Bekah
Modern American · Short form of Rebecca, Hebrew origin.
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Belicia
Modern American · Serenity and beauty in power.
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Benicia
Spanish · Blessed one
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Benisha
Modern American · Blessed, God's gift, one who is grateful
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15 of 255 names
Cabe
Modern American · Short form of Cable/Caleb.
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Cacey
Modern American · "Cacey" has no significant meaning.
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Cachet
French · Prestigious, desirable
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Cadence
English / Latin · Beat, Rhythm
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Cadi
Welsh · Idyllic place
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Cadie
Modern American · Hopeful, Pure, Graceful, Kind-hearted, Brave.
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Cady
Greek / Irish · Pure; rhythm
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Cailyn
Greek / Irish · Pure
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Cairo
Arabic / English · One Who is Victorious
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Caitrin
Modern American · Pure, innocent, pure beauty.
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Calandria
Modern American · Bird of paradise, songstress
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Calie
Greek · Most beautiful / beautiful voice
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Calina
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Feminine name meaning beautiful soul."
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Calise
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Beautiful and cherished.
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Calisha
Modern American · Delicate, unique, graceful, attractive, elegant.
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15 of 204 names
Daaiyah
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Leader, guide, pioneer, strong, influential.
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Dachelle
Modern American · No information available.
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Dadrian
Modern American · Modern blend of Da- and Adrian; from Hadria.
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Daedra
Modern American · Unknown or uncertain meaning.
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Dafina
Albanian / Macedonian · Hidden treasure or wealth.
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Dafney
Modern American · Greek laurel tree, victory, great.
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Dai
Japanese / Welsh · Greatness, big, leader, shining, shine.
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Daielle
Modern American · No known meaning.
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Dailyn
Modern American · Dailyn means "daily" or "everyday".
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Dainelle
Modern American · Feminine name meaning "God is my judge."
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Daira
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Daira means "knowledgeable" or "educated."
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Daisha
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Beautiful, graceful, prosperous, goddess, divine.
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Daja
Modern American · Symbol of strength and resilience.
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Dakia
Modern American · The name 'Dakia' means "precious" or "valuable".
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Dakisha
Modern American · Cultured, intelligent, ambitious young woman.
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15 of 71 names
Earlisha
Modern American · Unknown name, no meaning.
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Ebelia
Modern American · "Bringing life and vitality."
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Ebone
Modern American · Dark, precious, African origin.
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Ebonee
Modern American · Dark, black, ebony, deep black.
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Eboney
Modern American · Dark, black, deep, ebony wood.
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Eboni
Modern American · Dark beauty, elegant and unique.
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Ebonie
Modern American · Dark as black, black stone.
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Ebonique
Modern American · Ebonique means "dark or ebony beauty."
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Ebonye
Modern American · Dark-skinned or dark beauty.
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Edit
Hungarian / Swedish · Shortened form of Edith/Eduardo
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Efrat
Biblical / Hebrew · "Fruitful, abundance, abundant, productive."
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Egypt
Modern American · Land of the Nile Civilization.
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Eilish
Irish · Pledged to God
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Eiman
Arabic / Persian · Belief, faith, honesty, trust.
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Eira
Welsh · Snow
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15 of 41 names
Fabianna
Modern American · Fabianna means "noble" or "honor".
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Fadia
Arabic · Fadia means "redeemer" or "savior".
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Faiga
Jewish / Yiddish · Faiga - meaning 'wild bird'
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Faiza
Arabic · Victorious, successful, triumphant, winner
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Fajr
Arabic · Dawn or Morning Prayer Time.
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Falana
Modern American · Unknown meaning.
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Falesha
Modern American · Variation of the name Felicia.
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Fallon
English / Irish · Leader
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Fani
Modern American · Free, independent, lively, enthusiastic, passionate.
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Fanta
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Captivating, a woman who abstains
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Fantasia
Greek · Imagination
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Fantasy
Modern American · Imaginative, creative, whimsical, make-believe, dream-like
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Fany
Modern American · Meaning of the name 'Fany': Unknown, no specific meaning.
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Fareeda
Arabic / Persian · Unique and precious gemstone.
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Fareedah
Arabic / Persian · Unique, independent, precious, rare, elegant
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15 of 35 names
Gaberial
Modern American · God is my strength.
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Gabreal
Modern American · God is my strength.
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Gaea
Greek · Mother Earth.
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Galina
Bulgarian / Greek / Russian · Woman of Serenity
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Galit
Hebrew · Wave
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Gauri
Hindi / Hinduism / Indian / Marathi · Fair, pale
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Gavriela
Hebrew / Biblical · Feminine form of Gabriel: God is my strength.
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Gayatri
Hindi / Hinduism / Indian / Marathi · Goddess of divine hymns.
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Gelsey
Persian · Flower
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Genesee
Modern American · "Seneca word for Beautiful Valley."
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Genesia
Modern American · Heaven or paradise on Earth.
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Genessa
Modern American · Feminine name; unknown meaning.
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Genya
Greek / Russian · Well-born, noble
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Geovanna
Modern American · God's gracious gift to mankind.
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Germany
Modern American · Genuine
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15 of 65 names
Ha
Modern American · Breath, exhale, freedom, sun, laughter.
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Habiba
African / Arabic · Beloved, sweetheart
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Hadiya
Arabic · Guide to righteousness
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Hai
Chinese · Coming From The Sea
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Haili
Modern American · Beautiful, radiant, heavenly.
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Hailie
English · Hay's meadow
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Haily
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Derived from the name 'Haley'.
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Halee
Modern American · Halee: Graceful or beautiful meadow.
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Haleema
Arabic / Persian · "Gentle, generous, compassionate, nursing."
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Haleemah
Arabic / Persian · The meaning of 'Haleemah': Gentle, kind-natured, merciful.
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Haleigh
English · Name meaning: "Keeper of the Halls"
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Halima
African / Arabic · Gentle, humane
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Halimah
Arabic · Gentle and patient
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Halona
NativeAmerican · Happy fortune
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Hanah
Modern American · Gracious, merciful; favor, grace.
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15 of 44 names
Iana
Latin · God is gracious
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Iasha
Modern American · 'Life' or 'Alive; Living being'
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Iasia
Modern American · Peaceful, calm, serene, tranquil, relaxed.
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Icela
Modern American · Icela means "glacier" in Icelandic.
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Idaliz
Modern American · Noble, unique feminine name.
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Idania
Modern American · Graceful, noble, pure, serene.
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Idara
Modern American · Present or gift of God.
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Idy
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Beauty, youthful, goddess, nymph, delightful
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Ieasha
Modern American · "Giving life, joyful, lively."
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Ieesha
Modern American · Living, prosperous
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Ieisha
Modern American · Variant of Aisha, meaning "life" or "alive".
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Ieshia
Modern American · Feminine name of unknown origin.
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Ife
African / WesternAfrican / Yoruba · Woman of Love
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Ifeoma
Igbo / Nigerian · Good thing; beautiful thing
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Iisha
Modern American · Iisha means "living" or "alive".
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J
15 of 249 names
Jaala
Modern American · Burning sensation, fiery, heat.
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Jaana
Finnish · Finnish feminine name, meaning 'God is gracious'.
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Jacee
English / Germanic · Simple and formal meaning: "God is gracious and beautiful."
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Jacilyn
Modern American · Feminine name with Latin roots.
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Jacobie
Modern American · Supplanter; Heel-catcher; Holder of Heel.
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Jacole
Modern American · Simplistic and formal: No known meaning.
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Jacory
Modern American · Formal, simple meaning of 'Jacori':
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Jacyln
Modern American · Formal and simple meaning of the name 'Jacyln': "Gracious and noble."
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Jadrian
Modern American · No meaning found for 'Jadrian'.
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Jadrien
Modern American · Modern variant of Adrian.
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Jady
Modern American · No significant meaning found Note: While the name "Jady" does not appear to have a specific and widely-accepted meaning, names can vary in origin and may have personal or cultural significance to individuals.
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Jaeda
Modern American · Jade, precious stone
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Jaela
Modern American / Hebrew · Modern coinage; mountain goat
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Jahaira
Modern American · Spanish variant of the name Heather.
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Jahan
Iranian / Persian · Universe, World
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15 of 399 names
Kabrina
Modern American · "Kabrina" has no established meaning according to traditional sources.
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Kachina
Modern American · Spiritual, sacred, Hopi, doll, dancer.
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Kacia
Greek · Thorny
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Kadee
Modern American · Pure, clear, innocent.
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Kadesha
Modern American · Ancient, noble, strong, resilient, admired.
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Kadi
Estonian · Purity, clarity, innocence, pure-heartedness.
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Kadie
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Pure, graceful, pure-hearted, beloved.
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Kadisha
Modern American · Holy, sacred woman.
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Kady
Irish · First
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Kafi
Modern American · Quiet, calm, tranquil, serene.
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Kahealani
Modern American · Heavenly breezes, calm and peaceful.
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Kahlia
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Beauty, elegance, grace, beloved.
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Kaiesha
Hawaiian / Polynesian · Beautiful, charming, unique, spirited, determined.
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Kaile
Hawaiian / Polynesian · Meaning of name 'Kaile': Pure, strong-minded individual.
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Kailee
Celtic / Hebrew · Slender, pure / crown of laurel
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L
15 of 139 names
Labrina
Modern American · Feminine name of Greek origin.
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Labrisha
Modern American · Feminine name with unknown meaning.
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Lachina
Scottish · Land Filled With Lakes
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Lachrisha
Modern American · No information found
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Lachrista
Modern American · Combination of "La" and "Christa".
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Lacole
Modern American · Variant of Nicole, feminine form of Nicholas; Victory of the people.
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Lacora
Modern American · Lacora: Joyful and radiant conqueror.
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Lacoya
Modern American · 'Joyful', 'victorious', 'blessed', 'unique', 'courageous'
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Lacreasha
Modern American · Energetic, dynamic, and feminine.
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Lacreshia
Modern American · Derived from the name 'Lucretia'.
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Lacrystal
Modern American · "Clear jewel or crystal."
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Lacye
Modern American · Graceful and noble.
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Lada
Slavic · Slavic goddess of love.
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Ladan
Modern American · Joyful, exultation, happiness, bliss, merriment.
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Ladasha
Modern American · Modern and unique girl's name.
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1970s Girl Names — Questions & answers

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

The top picks of the era included Jennifer, Amy, Melissa, Michelle, and Kimberly — names parents reached for again and again during an era of disco lights and unmistakable groove.
They captured the spirit of the time. Names like Tina, Stacy, and Kelly carry the personality of their era — instantly recognizable as belonging to that moment in history.
Many of them are. Jennifer, Jessica, and Amanda have all climbed back into modern favor as parents rediscover the charm of the era.
Short names had their moment too. Amy, Beth, Kim, and Lori were all common — small names with timeless appeal.
Yes — biblical and traditional names like Sarah, Rebecca, and Rachel stayed in favor across the decade, anchoring trends in tradition.
Jennifer, Stephanie, and Crystal 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 Trina, Dawn, or Robyn — authentic to the era but uncommon today, perfect for parents who love hidden gems.
Not necessarily — many feel beautifully timeless. Names like Jennifer and Jennifer 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 Tina or Melissa still feels right after that, it probably is — vintage names work beautifully when they fit.
NameHub has a full collection of 1970s girl names organized by popularity, meaning, and origin — every name comes with its full story and pronunciation.