Explore our list of 100 common baby names from 1985, complete with their meanings. From traditional favourites to unique gems, these names are timeless. Parents still love them. Whether you’re naming your baby or just curious, dive into the timeless appeal of these names!
1. Jessica
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: God Beholds
2. Michael
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Who is Like God?
3. Ashley
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Ash Tree Meadow
4. Matthew
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Gift of God
5. Jennifer
- Origin: Cornish
- Meaning: Fair One
6. Joshua
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: God is Salvation
7. Amanda
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Worthy of Love
8. Daniel
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: God is My Judge
9. Sarah
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Princess
10. David
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Beloved
11. Emily
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Rival, Industrious
12. Andrew
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Manly, Brave
13. Elizabeth
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: My God is an Oath
14. Christopher
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Christ Bearer
15. Stephanie
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Crown, Garland
16. Joseph
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: He Will Add
17. Heather
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Flowering Plant
18. Ryan
- Origin: Irish
- Meaning: Little King
19. Nicole
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Victory of the People
20. Jason
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Healer
21. Megan
- Origin: Welsh
- Meaning: Pearl
22. Justin
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Just, Fair
23. Laura
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Laurel, Bay
24. James
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Supplanter
25. Amy
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Beloved
26. Brian
- Origin: Irish
- Meaning: Strong, Noble
27. Kimberly
- Origin: English
- Meaning: From the Meadow of the Royal Fortress
28. Anthony
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Priceless One
29. Melissa
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Honeybee
30. Kevin
- Origin: Irish
- Meaning: Handsome, Kind
31. Rebecca
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: To Bind, Ensnare
32. Joshua
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: God is Salvation
33. Michelle
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Who is Like God?
34. Mark
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Warlike
35. Angela
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Messenger of God
36. Eric
- Origin: Norse
- Meaning: Ever Ruler
37. Kelly
- Origin: Irish
- Meaning: Bright-Headed
38. Scott
- Origin: English
- Meaning: From Scotland
39. Laura
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Laurel, Victory
40. Tracy
- Origin: Irish
- Meaning: Warlike
41. Paul
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Small, Humble
42. Jenna
- Origin: Welsh
- Meaning: Fair Phantom
43. Gary
- Origin: German
- Meaning: Spear Carrier
44. Tiffany
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Manifestation of God
45. Gregory
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Watchful, Alert
46. Shannon
- Origin: Irish
- Meaning: Old, Wise
47. Stephen
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Crown
48. Patricia
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Noble
49. Kenneth
- Origin: Scottish
- Meaning: Handsome
50. Christina
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Follower of Christ
