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Timeless old money baby names for your little one

Try these classic baby names that never go out of style

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Finding that perfect name for your baby can take ages. Inspiration comes from many places, and of course, everyone from the soon-to-be grandparents to your neighbor has a suggestion. It can definitely be overwhelming. You want your little one’s name to be original, but not too off the beaten path. Parents also don’t want their baby’s name to be too common that the playground will be full of kiddos with the same one.

So, why not choose a name that has stood the test of time? Old money baby names conjure up images of afternoons at the country club, society brunches, and cottages in the English countryside. The wonderful thing about classic names is that they may not always top the list of baby name trends, but are always in style. They also come with a built-in history. Now, you don’t have to binge-watch Downton Abbey or Pride and Prejudice to find the ideal one. We’ve got your go-to list of old money baby names that are rich in more ways than one.

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Unisex old money baby names

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If you’re looking for a traditional name that’s not common, why not try a gender-neutral name? A unisex baby name that’s rich in sophistication is always a dignified choice. It’s also one your kiddo won’t grow up to despise. Try these gender-neutral baby names that go back generations.

English unisex baby names

Nothing says old money like a gender-neutral name with its origin in England. You just might find the perfect baby name with this list of classic monikers.

  • Ashton
  • Avery
  • Beckett
  • Birdie
  • Briar
  • Darby
  • Ellis
  • Henley
  • Kendall
  • Merrick
  • Peyton
  • Radley
  • Ramsey
  • Remington
  • Sawyer
  • Spencer
  • Sterling
  • Sutton

Irish unisex baby names

There’s a lot of inspiration for classic baby names across the pond, especially from Ireland.

  • Kennedy
  • Quinn
  • Rory
  • Rowan

Scottish unisex baby names

We’d be remiss if we didn’t put these old money names with Scottish origins on the list.

  • Berkley
  • Bryce
  • Camden

Old money baby names for little guys

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Now, if you’re searching for a strong name that eludes the confidence of prep schools, boardrooms, and beyond, we’ve got timeless baby boy names.

  • Alistair
  • Ansel
  • Asher
  • Beauregard
  • Bensen
  • Conrad
  • Conway
  • Dean
  • Declan
  • Forrest
  • Giles
  • Holden
  • Irving
  • Marshall
  • Sinclair
  • Sumner
  • Tristan
  • Warren
  • Wellington

Old money baby names for little gals

Take a walk back in time with these picture-perfect baby girl names that are full of style and grace.

  • Adeline
  • Augusta
  • Blythe
  • Calista
  • Corinne
  • Cressida
  • Delilah
  • Elizabeth
  • Emeline
  • Grace
  • Gwendoline
  • Josephine
  • Lindley
  • Louise
  • Madeleine
  • Millicent
  • Olympia
  • Pandora
  • Piper
  • Prudence
  • Rosamund
  • Rosemary
  • Schuyler
  • Tamsin
  • Victoria

Old money surnames

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It certainly is all in the name when it comes to old money. So, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that last names from those ultra-rich and powerful families were often used as a middle name or even a first name. It was a way to keep the family name passed down from generation to generation.

So, these classic surnames that have shown up on quite a few birth certificates throughout history may actually make for a cool name for your baby, especially if you are searching for a unique gender-neutral name. Try these old money surnames on for size to see if one makes an ideal name for your little one.

  • Abbott
  • Ames
  • Astor
  • Carlisle
  • Dupont
  • Ewing
  • Giles
  • Hall
  • Lowell
  • Parrish
  • Peabody
  • Pendleton
  • Prentice
  • Randolph
  • Rockefeller
  • Vanderbilt
  • Wharton
  • Winthrop

More old money baby names

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Just in case you need a little more inspiration, here are some names that come from European aristocratic families. These old names have history and are off the beaten path without being too out there.

  • Ailsa (girl)
  • Amory (boy)
  • Elenora (girl)
  • Elsa (girl)
  • Evander (boy)
  • Gisella (girl)
  • Ives (boy)
  • Laurent (boy)
  • Luc (boy)
  • Mareike (girl)
  • Mathilde (girl)
  • Tatiana (girl)
  • Wilhelmine (girl)

When you think of old money baby names, your mind may instantly think of Gilmore Girls. The Gilmore’s were indeed old money from Connecticut. Richard and Emily are classic names that are always in style, especially around the country club. This beloved show also had characters with names on this list, like Rory and Tristan.

So, if you’re looking for the ideal name for your baby, you just might find the perfect one right here. This go-to list of old money baby names gives you plenty to choose from, including a varied selection of gender-neutral names. You might even like taking a classic family surname and turning it into a sophisticated first name. The great thing about old money baby names is that they have certainly stood the test of time.

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