Even the best middle name is easily lost when it’s sandwiched between a first and last name.

Check out these popular middle names that are totally deserving of some first name fame!

However, according toBaby Center, the name has dipped 66 points in popularity since 2017.

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According toNameberry, the name May was born as a shortened version of longer names Mary and Margaret.

There’s no doubt your daughter will be proud to be named after a total lady legend.

Just see to it it’sAnne with an ‘E’!

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According toBaby Center, Anne is a name with Hebrew origins and means “full of grace.”

Louise

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the name Louise?

If you answeredThelma & Louise, you’re not alone.

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In fact,Ancestrylists Louise as number one on its top ten list of popular middle names for girls.

According toBaby Center, Louise is a name of German descent which means “famous warrior.”

Perhaps that can be attributed to its resurgence in popularity as a first name!

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And speaking ofVogue, might we suggest Claire as an appropriate middle name?

Rose

“A woman’s heart is a deep ocean of secrets.”

According toNameberry, Rose quite literally refers to the flower we all know and love.

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it’s possible for you to’t get much more straightforward than that, folks.

Joy

Joy to the world!

Christmas lovers, this one is for you.

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You’ll feel inspired in more ways than one.

Grace

“She is beauty.

And if you haven’t seen it, then go watch it like, now.

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According toShe Knows, Grace is one of the most popular “old fashioned” middle names for girls.

Grace is a sweet name with Latin origins, meaning goodness and generosity.

According toBaby Center, Greek mythology ties the name to blossoming and joy (another great name).

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And, hey, who wouldn’t want to share a name with Grace Kelly?

Leigh

According toBaby Center, the name Leigh has Hebrew origins and means “weary.”

But we think this sweet and simple name should be considered astrongcontender for your little one’s first name.

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According toNameberry, this popularmiddle namehas English origins and could also mean “pasture” or “meadow.”

However, you’d be surprised at the sheer number of celebritieswho share Reneeas a middle name!

According toBaby Center, the name Renee means “reborn.”

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