Names that Peaked in 1999

  1. Lauryn
    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Lauren
    • Description:

      Given a new shot of style by singer Lauryn Hill, this spelling of the name has fallen quite a bit in popularity since its peak of 167 in 1996.
  2. Nautica
    • Origin:

      American from Latin
    • Meaning:

      "pertaining to ships or sailors"
    • Description:

      Nautica is derived from the English word "nautical," which itself comes from the Latin nauticus. It was first recorded as a baby name in 1992 when the American clothing brand had become a national sensation. It ultimately peaked in 1999 when 246 baby girls were given the name.
  3. Tyreese
    • Origin:

      Literary creation from Walking Dead
    • Description:

      Tyreese Williams, the Walking Dead character, has brought this name to some attention.
  4. Maximillian
    • Origin:

      Variant of Maximilian
    • Description:

      We see no reason to add an extra "L" to Maximilian -- it's long enough as is.
  5. Jaren
    • Sydnie
      • Lizeth
        • Origin:

          Short form of Elizabeth
        • Description:

          For parents who are trying to cut down on their vowels, consonants, and syllables.
      • Tyreke
        • Brennon
          • Brenden
            • Origin:

              Spelling variation of Brendan
            • Description:

              Go with the traditional Irish Brendan. Several professional hockey players use this spelling for their given name: Morrow, Dillon, and Kichton.
          • Kayley
            • Nikhil
              • Donavan
                • Chyna
                  • Tatianna
                    • Jailene
                      • Kaylah
                        • Alexys
                          • Jaquan
                            • Kayli