Name trends seem to be evolving faster than ever – one thing we see over and over again, though: what was once old often becomes new again. With that in mind, I always love to examine the vintage name lists to try to predict which names parents will gravitate towards, and which will be lost to time. In an time where unique and meaningful names are highly sought after, it’s fascinating to witness the resurgence of names that once graced generations past. These names carry with them the weight of history, the resonance of a bygone era, and a sense…

Over the years, the world of baby names has seen its fair share of trends and transformations, from classic monikers that have stood the test of time to contemporary choices that echo the spirit of the age. When we hear the name Betsy most of us will imagine a grandmother type, whereas the name Everleigh might evoke imagery of a spunky pre-teen. When looking to the popular names of 1880, many of their top names endured through the ages, and we are almost as likely to meet a baby Grace today as we were 143 years ago. Others have slipped…