Top 30+ "Old Lady" Baby Names That Are Making a Comeback

2) Lorraine

2) Lorraine, 5) Loretta, 7) Wilma, 9) Dorothy, 11) Ruby, 12) Lucille, 13) Pearl, 15) Susan, 17) Shirley, 21) Florence, 23) Edith, 25) Elaine, 26) Gertrude, 27) Blanche, 29) Cecelia

Lorraine is of French origin meaning "from the province of Lorraine." The name is an oldie but goodie for those parents looking for a soft and sweet option.

5) Loretta

2) Lorraine, 5) Loretta, 7) Wilma, 9) Dorothy, 11) Ruby, 12) Lucille, 13) Pearl, 15) Susan, 17) Shirley, 21) Florence, 23) Edith, 25) Elaine, 26) Gertrude, 27) Blanche, 29) Cecelia

Of English origin, Loretta means "bay laurel." Loretta is sweet, playful and feminine with its 'tt' spelling. PlCountry music fans may be familiar with singer Loretta Lynn who shares the same name.

7) Wilma

2) Lorraine, 5) Loretta, 7) Wilma, 9) Dorothy, 11) Ruby, 12) Lucille, 13) Pearl, 15) Susan, 17) Shirley, 21) Florence, 23) Edith, 25) Elaine, 26) Gertrude, 27) Blanche, 29) Cecelia

Wilma is a whimsical name of Scottish, Swedish and German origin meaning "resolute protection." Flintstone fans may recognize the name as Fred Flintstone's wife shared this name.

9) Dorothy

2) Lorraine, 5) Loretta, 7) Wilma, 9) Dorothy, 11) Ruby, 12) Lucille, 13) Pearl, 15) Susan, 17) Shirley, 21) Florence, 23) Edith, 25) Elaine, 26) Gertrude, 27) Blanche, 29) Cecelia

Fans of The Wizard of Oz will recognize this name from anywhere. Dorothy is of Greek and English origin meaning "gift of God" and has been in the top 1000 baby names in the US since 2011.

11) Ruby

2) Lorraine, 5) Loretta, 7) Wilma, 9) Dorothy, 11) Ruby, 12) Lucille, 13) Pearl, 15) Susan, 17) Shirley, 21) Florence, 23) Edith, 25) Elaine, 26) Gertrude, 27) Blanche, 29) Cecelia

Give your little one the name Ruby that means "deep red precious stone." When she gets old enough, you can put on an episode of Max and Ruby and show off her on screen name twin.

12) Lucille

2) Lorraine, 5) Loretta, 7) Wilma, 9) Dorothy, 11) Ruby, 12) Lucille, 13) Pearl, 15) Susan, 17) Shirley, 21) Florence, 23) Edith, 25) Elaine, 26) Gertrude, 27) Blanche, 29) Cecelia

Fans of Lucille Ball can pay homage to the beloved television character with this baby name. Of French origin, Lucille means "light" and hops on the double l trend that's so popular these days.

13) Pearl

2) Lorraine, 5) Loretta, 7) Wilma, 9) Dorothy, 11) Ruby, 12) Lucille, 13) Pearl, 15) Susan, 17) Shirley, 21) Florence, 23) Edith, 25) Elaine, 26) Gertrude, 27) Blanche, 29) Cecelia

This one-syllable name is a great pick for those parents who want something short and sweet. The name is of Latin origin and means "pearl." It's often used as a middle name but is making rounds as a first name

15) Susan

2) Lorraine, 5) Loretta, 7) Wilma, 9) Dorothy, 11) Ruby, 12) Lucille, 13) Pearl, 15) Susan, 17) Shirley, 21) Florence, 23) Edith, 25) Elaine, 26) Gertrude, 27) Blanche, 29) Cecelia

The name Susan was at its prime during the 1950s and 1960s, however, it's still a solid choice for parents looking for a classic, elegant name. Susan is of Hebrew origin and means "lily."

17) Shirley

2) Lorraine, 5) Loretta, 7) Wilma, 9) Dorothy, 11) Ruby, 12) Lucille, 13) Pearl, 15) Susan, 17) Shirley, 21) Florence, 23) Edith, 25) Elaine, 26) Gertrude, 27) Blanche, 29) Cecelia

Shirley is of English origin and means "bright meadow." Whether you're a fan of the drink or remember watching Shirley Temple on television growing up, you can't go wrong with this name.

21) Florence

2) Lorraine, 5) Loretta, 7) Wilma, 9) Dorothy, 11) Ruby, 12) Lucille, 13) Pearl, 15) Susan, 17) Shirley, 21) Florence, 23) Edith, 25) Elaine, 26) Gertrude, 27) Blanche, 29) Cecelia

Florence is of Latin origin and means "flourishing, prosperous." It's been on the list of the top 1000 girls names since 2017 and continues to thrive today. Plus, you may even recognize it from the band Florence + The Machine.

23) Edith

2) Lorraine, 5) Loretta, 7) Wilma, 9) Dorothy, 11) Ruby, 12) Lucille, 13) Pearl, 15) Susan, 17) Shirley, 21) Florence, 23) Edith, 25) Elaine, 26) Gertrude, 27) Blanche, 29) Cecelia

Edith is the epitome of an old lady name, however, it's making a comeback for baby girls. The name is of English origin meaning "prosperous in war."

25) Elaine

2) Lorraine, 5) Loretta, 7) Wilma, 9) Dorothy, 11) Ruby, 12) Lucille, 13) Pearl, 15) Susan, 17) Shirley, 21) Florence, 23) Edith, 25) Elaine, 26) Gertrude, 27) Blanche, 29) Cecelia

Elaine is of French, Scottish origin meaning "bright, shining light." Seinfeld fans may be familiar with the name as one of the lead characters on the hit TV show.

26) Gertrude

2) Lorraine, 5) Loretta, 7) Wilma, 9) Dorothy, 11) Ruby, 12) Lucille, 13) Pearl, 15) Susan, 17) Shirley, 21) Florence, 23) Edith, 25) Elaine, 26) Gertrude, 27) Blanche, 29) Cecelia

Gertrude is of German origin meaning "strength of a spear." Gertie is often the nickname given to those with this name such as Gertie the dinosaur the at Disney World or Drew Barrymore's character in E.T. The Extra Terrestrial.

27) Blanche

2) Lorraine, 5) Loretta, 7) Wilma, 9) Dorothy, 11) Ruby, 12) Lucille, 13) Pearl, 15) Susan, 17) Shirley, 21) Florence, 23) Edith, 25) Elaine, 26) Gertrude, 27) Blanche, 29) Cecelia

Literary fans will recognize the name Blanche DuBois from "A Streetcar Named Desire." The name is of French origin meaning "white."

29) Cecelia

2) Lorraine, 5) Loretta, 7) Wilma, 9) Dorothy, 11) Ruby, 12) Lucille, 13) Pearl, 15) Susan, 17) Shirley, 21) Florence, 23) Edith, 25) Elaine, 26) Gertrude, 27) Blanche, 29) Cecelia

The name Cecelia is often referenced in pop culture as you may recognize it from The Office or Simon & Garfunkel's "Cecelia." The name Cecelia is of Latin origin meaning "blind."

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