Girls:
* Top 10: Jennifer, Jessica, Ashley, Amanda, Sarah, Stephanie, Melissa, Nicole, Elizabeth, Christina
* Other Popular Names: Amy, Angela, Brittany, Crystal, Danielle, Heather, Holly, Jennifer, Kelly, Kimberly, Lauren, Michelle, Tiffany, Tracy
* Trendy & Unique: Amber, Brandy, Courtney, Dawn, Jamie, Jessica, Kelly, Kimberly, Lacey, Melanie, Misty, Shannon, Tammy
Boys:
* Top 10: Michael, Jason, Christopher, Matthew, Joshua, David, Daniel, James, Robert, John
* Other Popular Names: Andrew, Brandon, Brian, Chad, Christopher, Eric, Jeffrey, Kevin, Ryan, Steven, Thomas
* Trendy & Unique: Aaron, Adam, Austin, Blake, Cody, Dustin, Jeremy, Justin, Kyle, Nathan, Ryan, Tyler
Important Notes:
* Regional Variations: Popularity can vary greatly depending on the region of the US, or even the world, you're considering.
* Cultural Influence: The 80s were a time of significant cultural change. Names with strong, unique, or even "rebellious" connotations were often favored.
* The "New Age" Trend: Some parents opted for names with spiritual or "nature" themes, like Skye, River, or Willow.
Fun Fact: The popularity of certain names often reflects trends of the time. For instance, the rise of "Jennifer" in the 70s and 80s can be linked to the success of the TV show "Laverne & Shirley," where one of the main characters was named Jennifer.
If you're interested in a deeper dive into specific names or want to explore more details about their popularity, I recommend checking out resources like:
* The Social Security Administration's Baby Names Database: [https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/](https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/)
* Nameberry: [https://nameberry.com/](https://nameberry.com/)
* Behind the Name: [https://www.behindthename.com/](https://www.behindthename.com/)