The 10 most popular Victorian girls names were.

Most popular victorian names. Add to my list Related names. Josephine - The meaning of Josephine is God increases. Parents still like to choose these names for their babies because these names speak of culture roots and heritage.

Kezzy Kezzie Kizzy Kizzie may be a nickname for Keziah Kezia Kizia Kiziaha which are all Victorian era womans name. Some of the most popular choices for girl names include Emily Amelia Elizabeth and Nora among many others. Kate - This diminutive of Katherine means pure.

1Ada Germanic Origin meaning noble happy. Some of these names are still in the most popular lists today such as William and Elizabeth whereas some names have almost dissapeared into oblivion like Bessie Clarence and Myrtle. Add to my list Related names.

2Adelaide Germanic Origin meaning of noble kin. Garnet meaning dark red Harriet implying home Ruler Helene reed or basket Ida signifying work Ivy a vine Jemima little Dove Lucinda implying light Lenora shining light Lyda implying noble kind Lucretia intending wealth success Myrtle joy or myrtle tree Mildred gentle strength Millicent strong work. Gertrude meaning strength is German in origin and was a popular Victorian name.

The most popular boys names according to the 1885 Social Security Administration data were John William James George Charles Frank Joseph Henry Robert and Thomas. Men had fairly common first names such as John George and Henry. Nickname names for girls were also popular with Victorian parents including sweet choices like Annie Betsy Elsie Kitty Polly and Minnie.

More unusual choices among the Victorian royal baby names include Alberta Augusta and Maud. Isabella - This popular Victorian name means devoted to God. Lord Alfred Tennyson and British Prince Alfred.