These 1940s Baby Names Have Plenty of Vintage Charm
These classic names feel plenty unique in today's day and age.
If you're getting ready to welcome a baby, congratulations! One of the more daunting tasks you may have on your plate is choosing a name for your new arrival. Narrowing it down from the wide world of names can feel overwhelming, so many people narrow in on a category that appeals to them, such as a decade or country of origin. If you love vintage-inspired names, we have plenty of 1940s baby names here you'll love. While some of these names are still common today, there are plenty that have maintained that retro charm.
For boys, some of the popular 1940s names include options like Michael and James. For girls, some popular names of the decade were Mary and Sandra. We've looked at the names that were popular in the 1940s, according to the Social Security Administration. If you're looking for even more name inspiration, don't miss our collection of 1950s baby names, Spanish baby girl names, and baby girl names that start with A.
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