What are some old-timey names that you think should make a comeback?
What are some old-timey names that you think should make a comeback?
By old-timey names, I mean ones that you don't typically associate with anyone alive or younger than like 70.
Examples being:
- Burl
- Mildred
- Herbert
- Agnes
- Evelyn (not as rare at the others, but getting there)
I've always liked the name "Opal" but I've only ever known two in my life. I was like 10-12 at the time, and they were both pushing 90.
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I’m fond of “Gwendolyn” but I’ve never met or even known of one, to my knowledge.
20 0 ReplyI've seen it once, although more recently met a Genevieve which feels even rarer and just as pretty.
9 0 ReplyI knew a Genevieve in college, and then my son’s best friend in preschool was a Genevieve who went by Jenny (or Geny?) and now my daughter has one in her class, so they’re making a comeback maybe?
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Oh! I thought of one, Gwendolyn Christie.
9 0 ReplyI knew a Gwen in college, but it wasn't short for Gwendolyn. Just "Gwen".
7 0 ReplyMy best friends kid is named Guinevere, is that archaic enough to fit?
3 0 ReplyI've heard a Welsh musician called Gwennifer.
I think Jennifer, Guinevere are all probably similar just different languages.1 0 Reply