Traditional American baby names

Jul 03, 2010 11:03 AM by Monica Beyer

Posted in Parenting / Having a Baby / Baby Names

Classic Girl And Boy Names

When the first settlers arrived in what is now the United States, they brought their own culture and names with them. As the pioneers spread westward through the country, this evolved into a culture all its own, one of hardship and pride, of heavy work and reward and of home and hearth. Many of the names of the early American pilgirms, pioneers and settlers are classic and traditional names still in use today, while others are truly unique. We've gathered the best baby names from early America for you -- check them out!

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In the late part of the century, records were kept for names given in the United States and even though these records aren't complete (many people born before 1937 did not apply for a social security card) it gives us a glimpse into the popularty of names at this time.