From charming old man names like Bernard and Raymond to cute-as-a-button old-fashioned girl names like Darlene and Harriet these older generation names are totally on trend.
Old fashioned virtue names. These are one of my favorite types of names. This female-given name is derived from Germanic roots meaning spear or strength A cute nickname for this is Trudy. Along with Heavenly and Creed other virtue names in the US Top 1000 include Ace Felicity Grace Haven Journey Justice Legend and Serenity.
The popularity data is a few years old and from the UK but its a fascinating read. Its a word for peace. You can also check our list of our favorite vintage names.
Arrow An arrow is a weapon but its picked up a different sense thanks. Imogene was first recorded in Shakespeares play Cymbeline. More on truly unusual Colonial baby names with a virtue vibe.
Old Fashioned Names for Girls Related to Strength and Bravery. Variant of Eve derived from Hebrew meaning to breathe or to live. My fathers family tree has several ladies given virtue names including.
Mabel is a saucy Victorian favorite searching for its place in modern life. Imogene is a beautiful old fashioned English girls name that is still not that common. A super-long list from NameNerds.
The Baby Name Wizard mentions Constant Sincere Reason Truth and Wisdom. The name Hope is another virtue name used first by the Puritans. We know in our bones the height of.