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Top 1910s Baby Names

The top names in the 1910s are back in a big way today, following the Hundred Year Rule. Classic names from over a century ago are featured on this list, sourced from the era of The Great War, from the 1910 to 1920. We are hearing more babies with such 1910s names as Elsie and Edith, Walter and Henry, though Gladys and Herbert still have a way to go before they come back into style.

Along with Elsie and Walter, other 1910s baby names that are currently in the US Top 1000 include Arthur, Evelyn, Florence, George, Harry, Josephine, Raymond, and Ruby. In addition to Gladys and Herbert, the names that are the farthest out from mainstream popularity include Bessie, Thelma, Gertrude, and Pauline.

Sourced from the 1910s Top 100, these popular baby names from the 1910s best represent the decade. If you’re a lover of vintage names, check out these top picks from 100+ years ago.

Catherine

Meaning: pure

Origin:Greek
183
Agnes

Meaning: pure, virginal

Origin:Greek
187
Helen

Meaning: torch; shining light

Origin:Greek
328
Mary

Meaning: drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved

Origin:Hebrew or Egyptian
202
Pearl

Meaning: pearl

Origin:Latin gem name
146
Eva

Meaning: life

Origin:Latin form of Eve, Hebrew
97
Anna

Meaning: grace

Origin:Variation of Hannah, Hebrew
106
Emma

Meaning: universal

Origin:German
102
Grace A name associated with elegance, poise and b...
Origin:English, virtue name
76
Annie

Meaning: grace

Origin:English, diminutive of Ann
216
William

Meaning: resolute protection

Origin:German
128
Thomas

Meaning: twin

Origin:Aramaic
59
Henry

Meaning: estate ruler

Origin:German
40
Jack

Meaning: God is gracious

Origin:English, diminutive of John
93
George

Meaning: farmer

Origin:Greek
191
Louis

Meaning: renowned warrior

Origin:German and French
39
Ralph

Meaning: wolf-counsel

Origin:English from German
147
Paul

Meaning: small

Origin:Latin
265
John

Meaning: God is gracious

Origin:Hebrew
299
Richard

Meaning: dominant ruler

Origin:German
359