Long Vintage Names for Girls

If you're looking for a long old-fashioned girl's name, here are 100+ options that fill the bill. Take your pick!

1. Alberta. A solid choice for a daughter in the 1920s and 30s, Alberta doesn't seem to make the fashion grade in the modern world.
2. Alfreda. This frilly retro name has a touch of magic to it, courtesy of the "alf" prefix which has its roots in the Old English word ælf and the Old Norse word alfr, both meaning "elf".
3. Augusta. An old-lady name through-and-through. The numerous fictional old ladies (Oscar Wilde's Augusta Bracknell, J.K. Rowling's Augusta Longbottom, Graham Greene's Aunt Augusta) may be to blame—or thank.
4. Aurelia. This lovely throwback has a beautiful sound and a dazzling meaning: 'golden', derived the Latin word 'aureus'.
5. Barbara. For some, Barbara brings to mind the famous Christian martyr Saint Barbara; for others, it summons the legendary singer, actress, and filmmaker Barbara "Barbra" Streisand.
6. Beatrice. This appealing appellation has a lot to offer: religious cred via Saint Beatrice of Silva, royal glam via Princess Beatrice of York, and a raft of possible nicknames.
7. Bernadine. Poor Bernadine has been has been on recess from the playground for decades and, as of 2024, is not showing any signs of a comeback.
8. Bernice. A biblical name that hasn't been popular for decades.
9. Berniece. A spelling variation of Bernice.
10. Carmela. An Italian retro choice.
11. Carmella. Another way to spell Carmela.
12. Carolyn. This version of Caroline was once huge, but times changed, and Caroline took over. So, if you like the sound of Caroline but find it a bit too popular, the mid-century Carolyn could be just the ticket.
13. Celestine. Celeste meets Christine.
14. Charline. Another French belle with vintage flair.
15. Clarice. Clarice isn't the coolest name out there by 21st-century standards, but it does offer that element of surprise so many parents are aiming for.
16. Claudette. Cut from the same moth-eaten cloth as Bernadette.
17. Clementine. Clementine has returned triumphantly, with hundreds of parents falling in love with its vintage charm.
18. Concetta. Somewhat popular at the beginning of the 20th century, this Italian-infused appellation has been collecting cobwebs in the attic for decades now.
19. Constance. No one seems to be interested in using this long and elaborate girl's name anymore. A pity, really, as Constance has substance and history to spare.
20. Cordelia. Cordelia has an elegant sound, Shakespearean clout and a powerful meaning ("heart").
21. Cornelia. Once winning hearts across the country, Cornelia has been largely ignored by today's parents.
22. Cynthia. Huge back in the 1950s and 60s.
23. Darleen. A variation of Darlene (see below).
24. Darlene. A mid-century darling that hasn't been able to reclaim her glory days.
25. Deborah. Sure, Deborah seems a bit time-stamped. But if you manage to shake off the dust and look at Deborah with fresh eyes, you might see beautiful name with a biblical backstory and plenty of cultural cred.
26. Delores. A variation of Dolores.
27. Deloris. Yet another variation of Dolores.
28. Delphine. A delicate French name that hasn't seen much action since the 1930s.
29. Dolores. An old-fashioned name of Spanish origin linked to the Virgin Mary.
30. Doretha. A lesser-known variation of Dorothy.
31. Dorothea. Saintly and frilly, yet friendly and personable thanks to the cute nickname Thea, Dorothea seems like a win!
32. Dorothy. A neglected vintage gem to some ears, a clunky, old-fashioned name to others.
33. Earlene. Out to pasture with other Earl- names.
34. Earline. A variation of Earlene.
35. Earnestine. It would definitely take some courage to pick this antique appellation.
36. Eleanor. An Old Hollywood darling, shared by Golden Age stars Parker, Powell, Boardman and Audley. Add in first lady Eleanor Roosevelt and some medieval queens and princesses, and you've got a beautiful old-school name with plenty of distinguished namesake cred.
37. Eleanora. Nicknames abound with this one, but it wears well in full, too.
38. Eleanore. A variation of Eleanor.
39. Ernestine. With its heavy and clumsy feel, we expect Ernestine to remain on the endangered names' list.
40. Estella. An adaptable appellation with a wealth of nickname options to choose from: Estie, Stella, Ella, Elle...
41. Estelle. A variation of Estella with royal cred (Estelle is the eldest child of Princess Victoria of Sweden).
42. Eugenia. Rooted in history, but rarely heard on today's playgrounds.
43. Eugenie. A variation of Eugenia with modern royal flair via Princess Eugenie.
44. Eulalia. This lilting appellation borrowed from a Catholic saint might strike a chord with parents with a religious or historic bent.
45. Euphemia. A Catholic saint's name with a very antiquated image.
46. Filomena. As so many other names and words with the Filo- (or Philo-) prefix, there's the association with the ancient Greek word "Philo", meaning "loving". How beautiful is that!
47. Florence. Borrowed from the capital of Italy's Tuscany region.
48. Florine. Despite its floral connection, French roots, and vintage vibe, Florine hasn't managed to gain fans in 21st-century America.
49. Genevieve. This stunner marries a French vibe with Catholic gravitas (thanks, Saint Genevieve).
50. Georgiana. If Georgia isn't long enough...
51. Georgianna. A variation of Georgiana.
52. Geraldine. Yet another French-flavored relic.
53. Gertrude. A severely dated name that few of us have the guts to use. Take that as a challenge!
54. Gwendolyn. Deemed impossibly dated not too long ago, Gwendolyn has entered the realm of possibility.
55. Harriet. People used to think that Harriet was reserved for old ladies, but that's beginning to change.
56. Harriett. A variation of Harriet.
57. Harriette. Another variation of Harriet.
58. Henrietta. Once considered a stylish choice for a daughter, Henrietta has since fallen off the radar. But is Henrietta gone for good? Probably not. After all, this name has centuries of usage under its belt.
59. Imogene. A sepia-toned name with Shakespearean bona fides. Twenty-first-century parents seem to prefer the spelling Imogen, though.
60. Josephine. A beloved vintage name with deep roots, a gorgeous sound, royal flair, and literary associations.
61. Kathleen. Kathleen boasts Irish roots, an appealing sound, and plenty of literary cred. No wonder it was once all the rage.
62. Lauretta. A variation of Loretta.
63. Laverne. A dusty, musty "L" name that, some would argue, can be categorically declared out of style forever.
64. Lavinia. An old, underused name with a ton of literary cred.
65. Lavonne. For now, it's curtains for Lavonne.
66. Leonora. The kind of old-fashioned appellation that could easily make the leap from fusty to fresh.
67. Loraine. With a subtle French vibe and plenty of great nickname options, this vintage name should be a no-brainer. Yet, poor Loraine is struggling to gain fans in the contemporary U.S.
68. Loretta. Traditional, or just flat-out dated? You be the judge.
69. Lorraine. A pretty French name, even if itsn't exactly the name du jour.
70. Lucille. The epitome of "what's old is new again".
71. Magdalene. A lost biblical beauty waiting for new moms and dads to bring it back to prominence.
72. Marcella. An impossibly frumpy name to one person; an underappreciated vintage charmer to another.
73. Margaret. A cultured classic with history galore.
74. Margarette. An elaboration of the classic Margaret.
75. Margery. Today, baby Margerys are in short supply. But turn the clock back 100 years, and it's a different story.
76. Marguerite. Think of it as Margaret with a floral twist.
77. Marianne. Time was, Marianne was a firm fixture on the baby name charts, but trends evolved, and Marianne fell off its pedestal.
78. Marietta. In first half the 20th century, Marietta was considered a solid choice for a baby girl. Fast forward to 2024, and baby Mariettas are few and far between.
79. Marilyn. An old Hollywood darling with plenty of nickname options to choose from.
80. Marilynn. A variation of Marilyn.
81. Marjorie. This name has cycled in and out of fashion since at least medieval times. Its last peak was in the 1920s, which makes us wonder: are we soon going to see a new crop of baby Marjories?
82. Marjory. A variation of Marjorie.
83. Marlene. This one offers vintage charm, an international vibe and the cute nickname Marlie.
84. Maryann. A midcentury-modern compound name that has yet to stage a comeback.
85. Maryanne. A variation of Maryann.
86. Marybeth. A cross between Mary and Elizabeth.
87. Maryellen. Yet another compound name with a distinct midcentury-modern vibe.
88. Marylou. Has Marylou been off the charts long enough to sound fresh and cool again? We'll let you be the one to decide.
89. Mathilda. A variation of Matilda (see below).
90. Matilda. Matilda used to have a definite old lady vibe, but it's found so many new fans that it barely qualifies as "old-fashioned" today.
91. Maureen. A standard-issue mid-century moniker, with the -een ending and all.
92. Maurine. A variation of Maureen.
93. Millicent. Old-fashioned, even a little clunky—but not prohibitively so. Bonus points for the super sweet vintage nickname Millie!
94. Novella. An early twentieth-century wonder with a literary twist.
95. Ophelia. A pretty comeback name with a literary provenance. If you like Ophelia, be sure to also check out our list of Ophelia alternatives.
96. Patricia. From the same roots as the word 'patrician', meaning 'noble', Patricia was huge in the 1940s, 50s and 60s.
97. Paulette. The familiar Paula with the very French -ette ending.
98. Pauline. Destined to bite the dust, or a retro-cool name worth a look? We're not sure.
99. Philomena. Even if you think this name feels too fusty for a modern girl, it may hold special meaning to you as a (soon-to-be) parent: in Catholicism, St. Philomena is the patron saint of babies and youth.
100. Roberta. It would take a very brave person to opt for this relic of a name in today's naming climate.
101. Rosalee. A variation of Rosalie (see below).
102. Rosalie. A lovely blast-from-the-past.
103. Rosanne. A spelling variation of Roseann (see below).
104. Roseann. This combo name was bang on trend in the 1950s and 60s. Is this mid-century darling ever going to find favor again? We'll see...
105. Rosella. Yes, this name sounds a bit dated to contemporary ears—but so did cousin Rosalie not so long ago.
106. Rosemarie. All the vintage charm of Rosemary, with a French twist.
107. Rosemary. Rosemary was at the top of its game in first half of the 20th century, which gives it that distinct vintage feel, but even after that, it never completely lost its luster.
108. Rosetta. This rose-tinted vintage name has never been hugely popular, but is today almost unused.
109. Theodora. A cultured appellation derived the ancient Greek words 'theos', meaning God, and doron, meaning 'gift'&mdash, Theodora also carries saintly associations.
110. Theodosia. A long, ornate name with saintly associations (St. Theodosia of Tyre was a third-century Christian martyr, while St. Theodosia of Constantinople is believed to have lived in the seventh and eight centuries).
111. Vincenza. The name of a Catholic saint, this old-fashioned Italian name might find favor with parents with a religious or historic bent.
112. Violette. The wildly popular Violet with a French flair.
113. Virginia. This vintage find has the stylish V-sound, literary cred via Virginia Woolf, and patriotic overtones to boot. The one problem? The virgin associations may incite teasing down the line.
114. Wilhelmina. A long, traditional name of German origin that might mesh well with a spare and simple last name.
115. Winifred. This W-name strikes a definite retro vibe that may or may not appeal.