Old Money Names for Boys and Girls Dripping in Classic Elegance

During my friend’s baby shower, we asked her what she would name her precious bundle. She told us she was thinking about old-money baby names. She continued that yes, there’s something undeniably charming about contemporary names, but why settle for the ordinary when she can infuse her little one’s identity with a dash of aristocratic flair? Fair point, indeed.

If you’re wondering about this new naming trend, read on to enter the world of monikers that screams “legacy.”

What are Old Money Names?

Old money names aren’t just names; they’re pedigrees, heirlooms passed down through generations. They capture a rich heritage of wealth and status. There’s also a sense of timeless quality that makes them stand out among trendy, celebrity names. Also, don’t be surprised if you see them on the birth certificates of aristocrats, socialites, and captains of industry.

So, does it mean you must be born into a blue-blooded lineage to give your baby an old money name? Not at all! In fact, part of its charm is its universality. So no matter your background, you can give your little one a sophisticated and charming moniker.

Why are Old Money Names Making a Comeback?

Imagine you’re at the playground and you call out “Seraphina” or “Thaddeus” – heads are sure to turn! There’s something comforting about honoring tradition, especially when the world feels like it’s constantly changing. That’s precisely why old money names are coming back. They’re like anchors tethering us to a bygone era.

These elegant names can also whisk us away in a Bridgertonesque time of horse-drawn carriages and sprawling estates. Oh, the grace and romance! For parents like us who value authenticity, these names are a gentle nod to our heritage while allowing us to keep our identities.

Old Money Names for Girls, Their Origins, and Meanings

These names have a unique charm that can add old-world elegance to your little lady’s aura. 

1. Adeline: German; noble or nobility
2. Agnes: Greek; pure or holy 
3. Alice: German; noble or of noble birth
4. Amelia: German; means work 
5. Anneliese: German; grace or favor
6. Arabella: Latin; yielding to prayer
7. Aurelia: Latin; golden or the golden one
8. Beatrice: Latin; blessed
9. Camilla: Latin; young ceremonial attendant
10. Caroline: French and German; free woman or strong
11. Cecily: Latin; blind or dim-sighted
12. Celeste: Latin; heavenly
13. Charlotte: French; free man
14. Constance: Latin; steadfast or constant.
15. Cordelia: Celtic; heart
16. Cressida: Greek; gold
17. Dorothea: Greek; gift of God
18. Eleanor: Hebrew; light
19. Eloisa: German; famous warrior or healthy
20. Estelle: Latin; star
21. Eugenia: Greek; well-born or noble
22. Evangeline: Greek; positivity and joy
23. Felicity: Latin; Felicity
24. Francine: Latin; free one or French
25. Gabriella: Hebrew; God is my strength
26. Georgina: Greek; farmer
27. Helena: Greek; bright or shining light
28. Henrietta: German; home ruler
29. Isabella: Hebrew; God is my oath
30. Josephine: Hebrew; God will increase
31. Katherine: Greek; pure
32. Lavinia: Latin; to wash
33. Louisa: German; renowned warrior or famous in battle
34. Madeleine: Hebrew and Greek; tower
35. Margaret: Greek; pearl
36. Matilda: German; mighty in battle
37. Octavia: Latin; eighth
38. Odette: French; wealthy
39. Penelope: Greek; weaver
40. Regina: Latin; queen or ruler
41. Rosalind: German; gentle horse
42. Sabrina: Celtic; fair river
43. Seraphina: Hebrew; ardent
44. Sophronia: Greek; self-controlled or prudent
45. Sylvia: Latin; forest
46. Tatiana: Latin; of the Sabine people
47. Veronica: Latin; true image
48. Victoria: Latin; victory
49. Wilhelmina: German; willful protector
50. Winifred: Welsh; fair one

Old Money Names for Boys, Their Origins, and Meanings

Your little gentleman will get a boost of confidence with these names fit for a future world leader or a CEO.

1. Albert: German; noble and bright
2. Ambrose: Greek; immortal or divine
3. Archibald: German; genuine, bold, and precious
4. Augustus: Latin; majestic or venerable
5. Barnaby: Aramaic; son of consolation or son of prophecy
6. Benedict: Latin; blessed or fortunate
7. Cecil: Latin; blind or dim-sighted
8. Clarence: Latin; bright or clear
9. Clement: Latin; mild or merciful.
10. Cornelius: Latin; horn or horn-shaped
11. Duncan: Gaelic; brown warrior
12. Edgar: Old English; wealthy spear or fortunate and powerful
13. Edmund: Old English; wealthy protector
14. Eugene: Greek; well-born or noble
15. Fitzgerald: Old French; son of Gerald, rule of the spear.
16. Frederick: German; peaceful ruler
17. Gideon: Hebrew; hewer or feller
18. Gilbert: German; bright or shining pledge.
19. Harrison: English; son of Harry
20. Humphrey: German; peaceful warrior.
21. Ignatius: Latin; fiery or ardent
22. Jasper: Persian; treasurer
23. Julius: Latin; youthful or downy-bearded
24. Lancelot: Old French; servant
25. Leopold: German; bold people
26. Lysander: Greek; liberator or freer
27. Maximilian: Latin; the greatest
28. Nathaniel: Hebrew; gift of God
29. Oscar: Old English and Old Norse; divine spear
30. Percival: Old French; pierce the valley
31.  Percy: French; pierce the valley
32. Quentin: Latin; fifth
33. Reginald: Latin; counsel power
34. Roderick: Old German; famous ruler
35. Rupert: German; bright fame
36. Seymour:  Norman French; marshy land near the sea
37. Stanley: Old English; stone clearing or stony meadow
38. Thaddeus: Aramaic; heart or courageous heart
39. Thelonious: Greek; lordly or masterful
40. Theodore: Greek; gift of God
41. Ulrich: Old High German; prosperity and power 
42. Valentine: Latin; strong or healthy
43. Vincent: Latin; conquering
44. Walden: Welsh; forest valley
45. Winston: Old English; joy stone or joyful town
46. Xander: Greek; defender of the people
47. Xavier: Basque; new house or bright
48. Yves: Old German; yew or archer
49. Zachary: Hebrew; remembered by God
50. Zephyr: Greek; west wind or gentle breeze

Choose an Old Money Name for Your Little Aristocrat

Beyond their linguistic appeal, old money names connect to the past and link one generation’s heritage to the present. They’re a beautiful legacy that can remind children of where they come from and the values their family holds dear.

It can be tiresome to live in a world of trends and fads. So why not shake things up? As my friend told us, there’s something extraordinary about honoring tradition and celebrating a timeless name that’s strong and elegant.

We’d love to know your favorites. Comment on the box below and let’s see what old money name comes on top.

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