New York - September 28, 2000

Naming Names

Popular Children's Names

So you’ve found the mate (finally!)

You’ve decided it’s time.

You’ve done due diligence: You’re propagating.

Now, what to name the darn thing?

Some fun facts: The most popular names of 1999? For boys?Jacob (the first time since the 1970s that it wasn’t Michael). For girls?Emily.

Interestingly, the name Kato has more than doubled in popularity in America since the O.J. trial. Diana has tripled since the tragic death of Di Spencer.

The hottest name of 1999? Chelsea, at No.94. (We’re a sentimental country, folks!)

The mere fact that Monica was No.85 seems to be more than a coincidence.

So…long gone are the 1940s staples of Eugene and Herbert. Now we have Jake (Melrose Place) at No.1, Brandon (90210) at No.9, Dylan (90210) at No.16, David (90210) No.17, Bailey (Party of Five) No.66, and Luke at No.69.

Other notables on the list were Madison, Makayla, Chloe, and Kaylee.

Tell that to the class of 2020 packed full of Giseles, Gwyneths, and Leonardos.