Most Popular Baby Names of 1966: Top Boy and Girl Names
The 3 most popular baby names in 1966 were Michael, David and James for boys and Lisa, Kimberly and Mary for girls according to the US Census Bureau historical records.
Top #10 male names given to baby boys born in 1966
- Michael
- David
- James
- John
- Robert
- William
- Mark
- Richard
- Jeffrey
- Thomas
Top #10 female names given to baby girls born in 1966
- Lisa
- Kimberly
- Mary
- Michelle
- Karen
- Susan
- Patricia
- Tammy
- Angela
- Jennifer
Baby names Trends and Insights in 1966
The most popular baby names in 1966 for boys were Michael, David, and James, while for girls they were Lisa, Kimberly, and Mary. These names reflect several cultural influences and naming trends of the time: - Michael, David, and James were long-standing traditional names that remained popular throughout the 1960s. They were influenced by Judeo-Christian naming traditions and had widespread appeal across different regions and demographics. - Lisa and Kimberly were newer, more modern-sounding names that gained popularity in the 1960s, likely influenced by the rise of pop culture and media. Kimberly in particular was a regional favorite, especially in the Southern United States. - Mary remained a classic, enduring name for girls, reflecting the continued influence of Catholic and Christian naming conventions. However, its popularity began to wane slightly in the 1960s as newer, trendier names gained ground.
