Names that Peaked in 1991

  1. Ivette
    • Origin:

      French variation of Yvette
    • Description:

      Feels more modern than the Y version but also less authentic.
  2. Dijon
    • Origin:

      French place-name
    • Description:

      Dijon is the capital city of the Burgundy region of eastern France, famed for its wine and yes, its mustard. As a first name, it's been brought to wider attention by a few prominent musicians and could grow in use.
  3. Kacey
    • Description:

      Variation of CASEY or combination of initials K. and C. From the time when initial names seemed really neat. K. C.
  4. Martez
    • Origin:

      Spanish, variation of Martin
    • Description:

      Adds some spunk and Latin rhythm to mundane Martin.
  5. Kadeem
    • Origin:

      Arabic
    • Meaning:

      "servant"
    • Description:

      Kadeem is a name made familiar by TV actor Kadeem Hardison, a fresher alternative to the better known Kareem.
  6. Ashleigh
    • Anjelica
      • Origin:

        Latin
      • Meaning:

        "angelic"
      • Description:

        This spelling variation of Angelica was popularized by actress Anjelica Huston.
    • Breanne
      • Kirstie
        • Origin:

          Anglicization of Ciorstag, the Gaelic nickname for Christine, or short form of Kirsten
        • Description:

          Actress Kirstie Alley popularized this short form that's been off the popularity register for a decade.
      • Keenen
        • Origin:

          Variation of Keenan
        • Meaning:

          "ancient"
        • Description:

          Energetic name that's keen to please.
      • Iesha
        • Desean
          • Chanelle
            • Kelsi
              • Symone
                • Cayla
                  • Rayshawn
                    • Shaniqua
                      • Origin:

                        Modern invented name
                      • Description:

                        Unfortunate name that's become a caricature, like Muffy, say, or Bruce.
                    • Codie
                      • Miriah