Classic names have been in the top 100 for at least 50 years. They're not boring — they're durable. Elizabeth, James, Margaret, William. The safety of a classic is underrated: it works at every age and in every decade.
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beloved, wished-for child
born of, son of (Egyptian)
created from red earth
lovable, deserving of love
God is with us
divine messenger
star
to open (spring)
behold, a son
devoted to God
dark warrior
grace, favor
son, born of
God is my judge
defender, helper
from Laurentum, laurel-crowned
pure, maiden
lion of God
hope
noble
from Magdala (high tower)
poet
born again
gift of Yahweh
shining light
pledge of peace
the largest, supreme
God is my strength
lover of horses
distinguished, bright
drawn out of the water
saved, rescued
faith
lion
noble, freeborn youth
prosperous in war
settlement near the coal
goddess of spring
foot soldier
bride
great brightness, sea circle
crown, garland
pure, clear
heard, obedient
strong, noble, high
God is gracious
watchful, vigilant, alert
renowned in battle
from Brix (place name)
ambergris, waxy substance
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