From Nicole to Adam: See the 20 Most Popular Baby Names in the 80s

If you're old school, you'll love finding out what the most popular names of the 80s were. You can even use it as inspiration to name your baby!

In the 1980s, parents preferred classic, biblical names for their children. After 1985, different standards emerged, soon there were flower names of other things being used. If you are looking for something special to name your child and that will give you a little nostalgia, review the list of 80s names for your baby.

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Most Popular Baby Names of the 80's

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boys

1. Adam: of Hebrew origin, this is a generic term for “man”;
2. Alexander: being characterized as powerful, Alexander means “defender of mankind”;
3. Derek: is a shorthand way of referring to Theodoric. Derek means “ruler”;
4. Edward: several English kings were called that way, so the name gained a lot of prominence at the time. Edward means “protective and prosperous”;
5. John: this is a classic that never leaves the most popular list, no matter the era. It means “God is gracious”;
6. Lucas: being characterized as short and sweet, it means “giving birth”;
7. Mateus: inspired by the Bible, Matthew means “gift of God”;
8. Pedro: it's a classic superhero name and means "rock";
9. Samuel: linked to religion, Samuel means “God has heard”;
10. Simon: of Hebrew origin, means "to listen".

Girls

1. Alexandra: being the female version of Alexandre, it means “to protect”;
2. Amanda: of Latin origin, it means “much loved”;
3. Crystal: this name is strongly linked to the 80s and means “shiny glass”;
4. Emma: being one of the most popular of the decade, Emma means “universe”;
5. Joana: of Greek and English origin, meaning “God is gracious”;
6. Kate: being characterized by its delicacy, Kate means “pure”;
7. Lisa: being one of nicknames more commonly used for Elizabeth, it means “God is my oath”;
8. Maria: this was one of the most chosen in the 80s and means “bitter”;
9. Nicole: of Latin origin, meaning “victorious people”;
10. Raquel: Biblical name that became quite popular in the decade is linked to “sheep”.

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