In today’s day and age, names have changed drastically. It seems more often than not, people are questioning parent’s choices on baby names that are far from the norm. Although a unique baby name will set your child apart from the rest, an old fashioned name can be a thing of beauty. Ever wonder what names were popular nearly one hundred years ago? If you are expecting a child and are trying to pick a name that will best suit your new baby boy or girl, here is a list of baby names popular during the 1910’s that you might be interested in.
Boys:
James (Hebrew): Form of Jacob, meaning “he who supplants”
Joseph (Hebrew): God will add
Thomas (Aramaic): One of twins
William (German): The determined protector
Girls:
Anna (Latin): A woman graced with God’s favor
Dorothy (Greek): A gift of God
Margaret (Greek/Persian): Resembling a pearl/the child of light –Nickname: Maggie
Virginia (Latin): One who is chaste; virginal; from the state of Virginia
