Old-Fashioned, Vintage, Retro, Classic, Eclectic, Unusual and Uncommon Names for Girls

Tallie is a seldom-heard nickname name that, with the ascendance of Hallie and Callie, we might just be hearing more of.

A not particularly happy marriage of Thelma and Alma.

Made famous in fifties movies as a wholesome backwoods gal, Tammy was a Top 10 choice from the mid-60s to early-70s, but is now given to fewer than 100 babies per year in the US.

This intriguing name of an ancient Etruscan queen renowned for her prophetic powers was long associated with the prima ballerina Tanaquil LeClerq.

Tansy is a flower name rarer than Rose, livelier than Lily and a lot less teasable than Pansy.

Tatiana was derived from Tatius, a Sabine-Latin family name of unknown origin. Titus Tatius was the name of an ancient king who ruled over the Sabines, an ancient Italic tribe who lived near Rome. The Romans used the name Tatius even after the Sabines died out and created the derivative forms Tatianus and Tatiana. The names were eventually disseminated throughout the Orthodox Christian world, including Russia.

Sometimes used in the Hispanic community, along with the male TELMO. Has been associated with Telma Hopkins, singer with Tony Orlando & Dawn and onetime TV sitcom star.

Not too long ago, Temperance was found only on lists of Puritan baby names.

Teofila is a feminine name with Greek origins, derived from the elements 'theos' meaning 'god' and 'philos' meaning 'friend' or 'lover.' It is the female form of Teofil or Theophilus, essentially meaning 'friend of God' or 'beloved by God.' The name has historic usage particularly in Spanish, Portuguese, and Eastern European cultures, especially in Poland and Lithuania. Teofila carries strong religious connotations within Christian traditions, referencing a person's spiritual devotion. While relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, the name maintains cultural significance in Catholic and Orthodox communities. Teofila has a melodic quality with its flowing syllables and combines ancient heritage with spiritual meaning, offering a distinctive option for parents seeking a name with deep religious significance.

How do you spell Teresa? Teresa, the simpler phonetic form of this name, was the most popular variation for its early life, when it was used exclusively in Spain and Portugal. Other spellings of Teresa include Theresa, the usual English form, and the French Therese.

See TERRY.

Terry hit the Top 30 in the fifties when it was seeen as a cool, sleek gender neutral name, but it's long since lost that edge. Today's Terry would probably be Tess or Tessa.

With its solid Thomas Hardy background, Tess has a lot more substance, strength, and style than most single-syllable names, with an efficient yet relaxed image.