Name meanings sources from Behind the Name.
Traditional old english male names. It means one who is strong and manly. M Aldridge alder tree ridge Old Engl. This is an Old English surname.
For example the name James ranked as the most popular male name over the last 100 years has been ranked as low as number 19. This is a fairly old-fashioned traditional name but I really happen to like it. I hope this helps you find the perfect old fashioned name for your son.
Others may consider vintage names that were once popular 50 years ago like Russell or Elvis. Old-fashioned names mean different things to different people. Eli is a Hebrew name that means ascended Everett.
M Alger noble spearman Old Engl. After 1250 names shifted almost completely to Norman names like Robert and William. Adam Means son of the red earth so a good cowboy name.
Top Old-Fashioned Boy Names Charlie. In 2009 there were 60900 names in use in England and. It means the one who defends men and the name has been made more popular by the nobles.
This forename was in use as late as c1500 1 sn. Popular names for births in 1921-2020. M Arley hare or stag M.