15 Baby Names from the Early 1900s No One Uses Anymore

By Meena

Derived from Old English, meaning "gentle strength," Mildred was a sensation but lost its touch by 1984.

Mildred

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With origins in Old English, meaning "noble," Ethel was cherished but receded in popularity by 1975.

Ethel

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From the Welsh "Gwladus," possibly meaning "royalty," this regal name held sway until 1999.

Gladys

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Rooted in the Latin "Clarus," signifying "bright," Clarence shone in the top names until 2010.

Clarence

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A diminutive of Elizabeth, meaning "pledged to God," Bessie's divine aura faded by 1975.

Bessie

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From Old German, meaning "bright one," Bertha beamed brightly in name charts until 1985.

Bertha

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A title denoting nobility in the UK, Earl lost its regal appeal in baby names by 2006.

Earl

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Originating from German, signifying "spear of strength," Gertrude's vigor waned post-1965.

Gertrude

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From Old German, meaning "bright army," Herbert commanded a spot until 2002.

Herbert

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Derived from Old English, suggesting "noble" and "famous." Elmer's fame dimmed after 2009.

Elmer

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From Greek "Hagnē," meaning "pure," Agnes' pristine appeal was preferred even in 1972.

Agnes

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A pet form of Minerva or Wilhelmina, Minnie's charm dwindled after 1971.

Minnie

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With Old English roots, meaning "fortified place," Lester stood strong till 1999.

Lester

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From French, denoting "white" or "fair," Blanche's pure appeal lost favor post-1964.

Blanche

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Possibly derived from Greek "will," Thelma's resolute spirit took a backseat in 1982.

Thelma

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