A vintage name steeped in the old German tradition, the name Greta possesses a strong and stylish vibe while still giving a nod to retro glamour, reminding everyone of the iconic movie star Greta Garbo. We’re seeing it rise in the ranks, and the name has not been this popular since the 1970s.
Famous for this name are Greta Gerwig and Greta Thunberg. The origin of the name Greta is German, meaning a pearl, whereas the biblical definition of the name is a child of light. When we think of it, pear and child of light are very much related.
Dorothy
In the 1930s, Dorothy may have left Kansas for the Land of Oz, but by the '80s, she arrived in Miami as a Golden Girl. While today some parents are seeking a more classic alternative, Dorothea is also favoring the more flowing, romantic variant.
This name is likely to make a comeback in the next couple of years, and we can't wait to see the new nicknames it will produce. Faye Dunaway was named Dorothy at birth, and surprisingly, we found a male named Dorothy. D. C. Fontana lived through the wild 50s and 60s and was an honorable screenwriter with a few big successes to his (Dorothy) name.
Rebecca
‘Tis the season for a renewed look at the name Rebecca. The name goes all the way back to the Biblical account that reached the peak of revived popularity in the 1970s. The name sounds modern without caring too much about what's popular. Becca's shortened form is more trendy nowadays than the folksy-sounding Becky.
Rebecca is still a staple for girls' names that start with 'R.' On the list of the fine and famous named Rebecca, we can find Rebecca West, who needs no introduction, Rebecca St. James, the Australian singer-songwriter, and, of course, actress and former model Rebecca Romijn.
Cynthia
It wasn’t too long ago that the world was first introduced to the name in classical mythology. Eventually, Cynthia was so widespread in the middle of the twentieth century, along with its nickname Cindy, that it fell into a period of plain neglect, but nowadays, it seems ripe and ready for another round.
Cindy Crawford is a famous Cynthia we've all looked up to (who knew Cindy wasn't her real name). Cynthia Nixon is another famous Hollywood star who carried the name with her, and she is not the last on the Cynthia list, with Cynthia McKinney and Cynthia Lummis following.
Martha
Martha is a classic American choice. You might also associate the name with Martha Stewart, the American businesswoman who's as crafty as she is clever. But there were so many Martha that are worth mentioning; with our first ever First Lady, the name still has something of a tasteful and traditional image.
There was also the New Testament Martha; in Scandinavia, the name is linked to many in the royal family. Let's not forget all the various name versions like Marta, Martine, and Martina. Martha Graham is another legendary icon we must mention, being one of the most influential dancers in the industry.