New hampshire's most popular baby names in 1973

In 1973, the state of New Hampshire saw a surge in popular baby names for both boys and girls. Jennifer, Michelle, and Amy were the top baby girl names, while Jason, Michael, and Christopher were the most popular baby boy names.

Jennifer, meaning "white wave," held the top spot for baby girl names for the third year in a row. Michelle, meaning "who is like God," came in at a close second, followed by the timeless name Amy, meaning "beloved." For baby boys, Jason, meaning "healer," took the lead, followed by Michael, meaning "who is like God," and Christopher, meaning "bearer of Christ." These names continue to be classics and are still popular choices for parents today.

Most popular baby girl names in New hampshire in 1973

In 1973, the most popular baby girl name in New Hampshire was Jennifer, with 324 babies being given that name. The next most popular names were Michelle with 122 babies, Amy with 121 babies, Heather with 107 babies, and Melissa with 87 babies. These were the top 5 baby girl names in New Hampshire in 1973.

Jennifer

324 baby girls born in New hampshire (1973) named Jennifer
The name Jennifer is of Welsh origin and means "fair and smooth". It was first used as a given name in the United States in the 20th century and became very popular in the 1970s and 1980s.
Michelle

122 baby girls born in New hampshire (1973) named Michelle
Michelle is a feminine given name of French origin. The name means "who is like God" or "gift from God." It is a variation of the name Michael, which comes from Hebrew and means "who is like God." The name Michelle has been used in English-speaking countries since the mid-20th century and has gained popularity over time.
Amy

121 baby girls born in New hampshire (1973) named Amy
The name Amy means "beloved" or "dearly loved" in French and Latin. It is a popular name for girls and has been used since the Middle Ages.
Heather

107 baby girls born in New hampshire (1973) named Heather
The name Heather is of English origin and is derived from the name of a flowering plant that grows in Scotland. The name is often associated with the color purple and is said to symbolize admiration, good luck, and protection.
Melissa

87 baby girls born in New hampshire (1973) named Melissa
The name Melissa is derived from the Greek word "melissa," which means "honey bee." It was a popular name in ancient Greece and is often associated with sweetness and industriousness.
Rebecca
84 baby girls born in New hampshire (1973) named Rebecca
Rebecca means "captivating" or "knotted cord" in Hebrew. It is a biblical name, borne by the wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau in the Old Testament.
Lisa
81 baby girls born in New hampshire (1973) named Lisa
The name Lisa is a short form of the name Elizabeth and means "God is my oath" or "pledged to God".
Kimberly
81 baby girls born in New hampshire (1973) named Kimberly
The name Kimberly means "from the wood of the royal forest" or "royal fortress meadow". It is of Old English origin and was first used as a given name in the 1940s.
Jessica
71 baby girls born in New hampshire (1973) named Jessica
The name Jessica is of Hebrew origin and means "God beholds" or "God sees". It is derived from the name Yiskah in the Old Testament, which was the name of a daughter of Haran and sister of Milcah and Iscah. The name Jessica has been in use since the 16th century and became popular in the 20th century.
Christine
71 baby girls born in New hampshire (1973) named Christine
The name Christine is of Greek origin and means "follower of Christ".
Stephanie
70 baby girls born in New hampshire (1973) named Stephanie
The name Stephanie is of Greek origin and means "crown" or "garland". It is a feminine name that has been popular in English-speaking countries since the 20th century.
Julie
67 baby girls born in New hampshire (1973) named Julie
The name Julie is a French name that means "youthful" or "full of energy". It is derived from the Latin name Julia, which means "soft-haired" or "youthful".
Sarah
65 baby girls born in New hampshire (1973) named Sarah
The name Sarah means "princess" in Hebrew. It is a popular name in many cultures and is often associated with grace, beauty, and kindness.
Heidi
63 baby girls born in New hampshire (1973) named Heidi
The name Heidi is of German origin and means "of noble birth" or "noble and serene". It is a diminutive form of the name Adelheid.
Angela
61 baby girls born in New hampshire (1973) named Angela
The name Angela is derived from the Greek word "angelos" which means "messenger of God". It is a feminine name that has been used in various cultures and languages, including English, Italian, Spanish, and German. Angela is often associated with qualities such as kindness, compassion, and grace.
Kelly
58 baby girls born in New hampshire (1973) named Kelly
The name Kelly is of Irish origin and means "bright-headed" or "warrior". It is a unisex name, meaning it can be given to both boys and girls. The name has been popularized by its use as a surname and has been used as a given name since the 20th century.
Nicole
51 baby girls born in New hampshire (1973) named Nicole
Nicole is a feminine given name of Greek origin, meaning "victory of the people". It is a popular name in English-speaking countries and has been in use since the 1930s.
Karen
49 baby girls born in New hampshire (1973) named Karen
Karen is a Danish name that means "pure" or "clear".
Kristen
48 baby girls born in New hampshire (1973) named Kristen
The name Kristen is of Scandinavian origin and is a variation of the name Christine. It means "follower of Christ" or "anointed one".
Tammy
46 baby girls born in New hampshire (1973) named Tammy
The name Tammy is a diminutive form of the name Tamara, which has Hebrew origins and means "palm tree" or "date tree". The exact meaning of Tammy is unclear, but it is generally considered to be a modern English name that is derived from Tamara.

Most popular baby boy names in New hampshire in 1973

According to the records of baby boy names in New Hampshire in 1973, the most popular names were Jason, Michael, Christopher, David, and Robert. Jason was the most popular name with 228 babies given that name, followed closely by Michael with 226 babies. Christopher came in third with 211 babies named, followed by David with 157 babies, and Robert with 151 babies. These names were the most popular choices for parents in New Hampshire for their baby boys in 1973.

Jason

228 baby boys born in New hampshire (1973) named Jason
The name Jason is of Greek origin and means "healer" or "to heal".
Michael

226 baby boys born in New hampshire (1973) named Michael
The name Michael means "Who is like God?" in Hebrew. It is a biblical name that is often associated with the archangel Michael, who is considered to be a protector and warrior in many religious traditions. The name has been popular throughout history and is still commonly used today.
Christopher

211 baby boys born in New hampshire (1973) named Christopher
The name Christopher means "bearer of Christ" or "Christ-bearer."
David

157 baby boys born in New hampshire (1973) named David
The name David is of Hebrew origin and means "beloved" or "friend". It is a popular name in many cultures and religions, including Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. In the Bible, David was the second king of Israel and is known for his bravery, leadership, and devotion to God. People with the name David are often described as confident, charismatic, and loyal.
Robert

151 baby boys born in New hampshire (1973) named Robert
The name Robert means "bright fame" or "famous brilliance". It is of Old German origin and was a popular name among medieval kings and nobility.
Matthew
144 baby boys born in New hampshire (1973) named Matthew
Matthew is a name of Hebrew origin that means "gift of God".
James
142 baby boys born in New hampshire (1973) named James
The name James is of Hebrew origin and means "supplanter" or "one who follows".
Scott
137 baby boys born in New hampshire (1973) named Scott
The name Scott is of Scottish origin and means "from Scotland" or "wanderer". It is a common surname that has been used as a first name since the 19th century.
John
129 baby boys born in New hampshire (1973) named John
The name John is of Hebrew origin and means "God is gracious". It is a very common name and has been used for centuries. People with this name are often known for their kindness and generosity.
Jeffrey
126 baby boys born in New hampshire (1973) named Jeffrey
The name Jeffrey is of Germanic origin and means "peaceful pledge". It is a variant of the name Geoffrey.
Brian
122 baby boys born in New hampshire (1973) named Brian
The name Brian is of Irish origin and means "strong, virtuous, and honorable". It is a popular name for boys in Ireland and has been used in English-speaking countries since the Middle Ages.
Daniel
108 baby boys born in New hampshire (1973) named Daniel
The name Daniel means "God is my judge".
Eric
87 baby boys born in New hampshire (1973) named Eric
The name Eric is of Scandinavian origin and means "eternal ruler" or "ruler of all". It is a popular name in many countries and cultures.
Kevin
83 baby boys born in New hampshire (1973) named Kevin
The name Kevin is of Irish origin and means "handsome" or "gentle birth". It is derived from the Irish name Caoimhín, which is composed of the Gaelic words "caomh" meaning "kind" or "gentle" and "gin" meaning "birth".
William
79 baby boys born in New hampshire (1973) named William
The name William means "resolute protector" or "strong-willed warrior". It is of Germanic origin and has been a popular name throughout history.
Richard
78 baby boys born in New hampshire (1973) named Richard
The name Richard means "brave ruler" or "powerful leader".
Timothy
76 baby boys born in New hampshire (1973) named Timothy
The name Timothy is of Greek origin and means "honoring God" or "one who honors God". It is derived from the Greek name Timotheos, which is a combination of the words "timao" meaning to honor and "theos" meaning God.
Shawn
73 baby boys born in New hampshire (1973) named Shawn
The name Shawn is of Irish origin and is a variant of the name John, which means "God is gracious". The name has been popularized in the United States since the mid-20th century.
Mark
73 baby boys born in New hampshire (1973) named Mark
The name Mark is derived from the Latin name "Marcus" which means "dedicated to Mars", the Roman god of war. It is a popular name among Christians as it is the name of one of the four Gospel writers in the New Testament. The name Mark is also associated with qualities such as courage, strength, and leadership.
Steven
71 baby boys born in New hampshire (1973) named Steven
The name Steven is of Greek origin and means "crown" or "garland". It is a variation of the name Stephen.