When selecting a baby name, parents have many things to consider. Do they choose a name that’s unique so their child will stand out? Or do they choose a name that has withstood the test of time? In 2016, some classic names have re-emerged, such as Alexander and Amelia. But amongst these ranks were less common names like Wyatt and Scarlett. We dug deeper and discovered that some popular names from the past are sill alive and thriving, while others… not so much.
How popular was your name when you were born?
1945-1954
(Women)
- Carol
- Barbara
- Deborah
- Linda
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sandra
- Susan
(Men)
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Richard
- Robert
- William
1955-1964
(Women)
- Deborah
- Debra
- Donna
- Karen
- Linda
- Lisa
- Mary
- Patricia
- Susan
(Men)
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Robert
1965-1975
(Women)
- Amy
- Angela
- Heather
- Jennifer
- Karen
- Kimberly
- Lisa
- Mary
- Melissa
- Michelle
- Susan
(Men)
- Christopher
- David
- James
- Jason
- John
- Michael
- Robert
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