Meet Theodore, Quentin and Dorothy: ‘New and Old’ Baby Names Returning to Fashion
- Old fashioned baby names are back in fashion, experts say
- Naming consultant Michelle has compiled a huge list of new and popular ‘old names’
- The girls are Esther, Aurelia, and Dorothy, and the boys are Theodore, Glover, and Quentin.
Videos revealing trendy vintage baby names have gone viral, proving that old-time nicknames are all the rage.
Michelle, a baby naming consultant who posts on Instagram under the business name “Grow Little Wildflower,” is thrilled to see an old name become a new one again.
She shared videos with some of the top “new and old” names of the New Year, including Posey for girl and Walter for boy.
Baby naming consultant Michelle, who posts on Instagram under the business name “Grow Little Wildflower,” is thrilled to see an old name become a new one again.
With over 170,000 likes, the video lists Aurelia, Effie, and Esther as the best choices for girls.
Ted, Winston and August were some of the highlights for her boys.
And if the names on her list don’t resonate, Michelle has other tips for finding the perfect past name for your baby.
“Look back at your family history…a name from generations ago might fit your little family today,” she said.
She also asked people to share their vintage names in hopes of inspiring parents looking for “the one.”
One woman said, “We are expecting another baby girl in May. We will name her Emmeline.”
“My girls are Daisy and Hattie,” said another.
She shared videos with some of New Year’s top ‘new and old’ names, including girl Posey and boy Walter
“Do you have any suggestions for a name for Camille?” I’m trying to find an old name that’s not too common, but not obscure. I love Daphne, but I already know one.
“We have 10 children. Their names and nicknames are Clyde, Annabelle, Willamena (Mena) George, Henry (Hank), Birdy, Ebenezer (Eb), Dorothy (Dot) and Frances (Frankie). , I’m Walter.”
Some of the people whose names made the list even commented.
“I’m Esther. It’s very rare these days, but I’m grateful my parents thought of it,” said another.
“I’m Aurelia. Proud to have this name. It’s so special and beautiful. Never meet someone with the same name.”
And while many people seemed excited about the revival, some were very vocal about their hatred of the name.
“These are sad beige names for sad beige kids,” said one woman.
“Excuse me, are you Archibald?” said another.
“Don’t name your child Dixie,” scolded another.
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