Switcheroo! We give the most popular 80s baby girl names a modern twist

The top ten names for girls of the 80s are often-used and well-loved, but for some they might seem a little dated. Enter the switcheroo!

Take a little bit of 80s name and sprinkle it with some modern magic. The results are some contemporary new suggestions that hat tip the old faves. So you can nearly name your daughter after your aunt Kelly. Everyone wins! You’re welcome.

Michelle

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The ubiquitous Michelle is not as popular as in ye olden days - but you might want to honour it with something similar? Update Michelle with a fresh twist by trying the related Shelby, Mireille, Mikki or Micah. Or shrink things down and go with the short and sweet Elle. Or Belle, even?