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Yahoo
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
These '90s Girl Names Are All That and a Bag of Chips
While we're still not over the fact that the 1990s are considered vintage, we can adore the fact that the 2020s have been filled with '90s revival. Everyone wants to wear the clothes, rock the lipstick from the times, and dance to the same music. But let's take it a step further: for expectant mamas, why not give your baby girl a name that screams 1990s nostalgia! Whether you're looking for a baby girl name that was super popular back then, or a name that was linked to a popular character, actor, or singer, we got you. The '90s were filled with fun names from pop culture, and we think they're due for a comeback. Chances are, when you think of the '90s, you think about the shows that remain classics like Friends, Frasier, Charmed, and more. And with those shows come some cool names like Phoebe, Daphne, Monica … you get it, we're still obsessed. (And with the help of BabyNames, we can figure out how beautiful each name really is with their meanings.) So if you're obsessed with the '90s like us, then why not take a nostalgia trip and see which '90s names are making a comeback. Below, see which '90s baby girl names we're obsessed with today. More from SheKnows Japan Just Banned 'Sparkly' Baby Names in a Wild New Law Best of SheKnows 26 Stunning, Unique Jewelry Brands & Pieces for Teens 19 Celebrity Parents With Trans & Nonbinary Kids 20 of Serena Williams' Most Adorable Motherhood Moments In the '90s, everyone wanted to be the 'Queen of Urban Pop' Aaliyah. The name is not only super recognizable, and a nostalgia trip for anyone in the '90s; but it has a beautiful meaning. Fun fact: it's Arabic for 'sublime!' While the name Alexis was made popular on Dynasty, which was popular in the 1980s, so many people named their kids Alexis in the '90s because of it. The name is not only chic, but it's also Greek for 'Defender of the people.' Let's face it: Alicia Silverstone was the '90s 'It Girl,' and everyone wanted to be her. So if you're thinking of emulating Ms. Silverstone in her golden era, you can't go wrong with the name Alicia, which is English for nobility! Along with Alicia Silverstone, there was Alyssa Milano, who was the TV princess for her leading roles in Who's the Boss and Charmed. It's another reconizable name, this time being a gorgeous moniker meaning 'rational.' Remember how we all wanted to be Angela Chase, also known as the main character of My So Called Life, played by Claire Danes?! Well, you can still snag the name Angela, which is English for 'messenger of God.' Even in the 2020s, we're still obsessed with '90s pop icon Brandy. It's a sharp, powerful name that ultimately comes from the Dutch word brandewijn, meaning 'burnt wine.' Fun fact: the name Chloe was one of the most popular girl names in the UK throughout the '90s. It's fun, it's cute, and it's Greek for 'blooming,' so it's the perfect nostalgic name. If you were a big fan of the Nickelodeon show Clarissa Explains It All, then chances are that the name was one of your all-time faves. '90s kids everywhere remember this show, and adored Clarissa, but did you know that it's Latin for 'illustrious?' Can you hear it still: 'Call me now for your free reading?' That's right, we can't talk about the '90s without mentioning the iconic Miss Cleo, the telephone psychic in all of those commercials. We loved to praise her then, and we love to praise her now — which works, since her name means 'to praise.' The '90s were full of cool Courtneys. There was obviously Courtney Love, the iconic singer from Hole, and the actress, Courteney Cox from Friends. But what does the name mean? Well, it's a name from French nobility, derived from the House of Courtenay. If you're from the '90s, chances are you remember the absolutely stunning Daisy Fuentes, who was MTV's first Latina VJ. It may have been for edgy gals in that decade, but the great thing about the name Daisy is that these days it fits with any aesthetic, not just for a flower child. Remember Daphne Moon from Frasier? We loved her kooky antics, and of course, her stunning name. It's a Greek name meaning 'laurel tree,' so it totally fits the boho vibes from the 2020s. When you think about the '90s, chances are you think about MTV's hit animated show Daria, which followed the overtly pessimistic high schooler. This is especially ironic since the name Daria is Greek and means 'upholder of the good!' Every '90s girl spent hours flipping through the Delia*s catalog pages, fantasizing about wearing all the cool clothes in it. And this name has quite a bit of a story behind it. Delia means 'from Delos' and refers to the Greek island where the gods Artemis and Apollo were born. Princess Diana will forever be iconic to us, but in the '90s, she was all anyone could talk about. And like the late princess, the name is 'divine.' No, really, that's what the name means! The show Felicity gave us '90s kids so much joy, which totally makes sense when you remember that the name is literally Latin for 'happiness.' We all wanted to be Gwen Stefani in the '90s, with the bold red lip, killer vocals, and wardrobe that seemed never-ending (not to mention her relationship with the equally-cool Gavin Rossdale of Bush). '90s kids and teens had no doubt that Gwen was such a cool girl name, and it still is. Gwen is Welsh for 'blessed ring,' which is so moody! Heather was that name in the '90s thanks to beloved actresses like Heather Locklear and Heather Graham, but also for the iconic movie, Heathers. But what does it mean? Well, it's a plant name which symbolizes good luck, protection, and admiration. Jane is just one of those classic names that fit any aesthetic. But let's talk about why '90s kids love it so much. Obviously, there's Jane Seymour, who was the star of the beloved show Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman. But there's also Daria's bestie Jane Lane, and of course, '90s TV star Jane Leeves. Jane is everywhere, and it's also got a simple meaning: 'God is gracious.' Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Lopez, Jennifer Love Hewitt … the list goes on, but the name Jennifer is a '90s favorite for a reason. It's simple, cool, and it means 'soft,' so it's just a romantic name all around. Even today, 30 years after the '90s, we still wanna be Kelly Kapowski from Saved by the Bell. She had that all-American look, that cheerleader pep, and that iconic brunette hair — which makes sense since the name Kelly is Irish for 'bright-headed.' Calling all '90s soap opera fans: you gotta remember Krista Allen, one of the actresses in Days of Our Lives, and how everyone was obsessed with the unique moniker. In case you were wondering, it's a unique name with a simple meaning: 'anointed or Christian.' Melinda was a name beloved by those who watched Charmed and Ghost Whisperer, especially since there were characters named that. But the meaning behind the name makes it even better: it means 'Black and beautiful.' Obviously, there's Monica from Friends and the R&B singer. So either way, '90s kids were exposed to that stunning name, and that's the 'truth!' (It means 'truth' — see what we did there?) Naomi Campbell was, and still is, an It Girl, and her name is still so cool. Back in the '90s, everyone thought it was such a beautiful name, which fits perfectly since the name literally means 'beautiful' in Hebrew. There's Nicole, and there's Nicolette; both of which were such cool names in the '90s. Now, there were two popular figures: Nicolette, a UK-based electronic musician, and Nicollette Sheridan, a beloved actress who did a lot of projects in the '90s. It may seem like a sign of the times, but this name is quite timeless, especially since it's a French name meaning 'Victory Of The People.' We know, you thought the same thing: Pamela Anderson at the height of her Baywatch popularity. All '90s kids know about her, and love her, and who wouldn't love a name that means 'sweetness?' The name Phoebe became a staple from '90s hit shows like Friends and Charmed, with people loving the bright, fun characters with that name. They were fun on screen — and off screen, the name Phoebe works the same since it means 'bright, shining.' Sabrina the Teenage Witch was our favorite show back in the day, and fast forward to 2025: we're still obsessed. But did you know that the name Sabrina has a bit of a long meaning behind it? It means 'From the River Severn,' which is a lake associated with Hafren, a Welsh princess who was drowned in the river. Dark, we know, but it's a unique meaning! Go back to the '90s and think of Princess Stéphanie of Monaco and supermodel Stephanie Seymour, and how we couldn't wait to see all the updates about them. An IRL princess, and the princess of models; which totally adds up when you remember Stephanie means 'crown.' Honestly, we don't know why Veronica was so popular, but we weren't complaining. And that's the 'truth!' (See, we did it again!) We all think about the '90s actress who forever has our hearts, Winona Ryder, but it's actually a Native American — specifically Lakota — name meaning firstborn!
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Breaking down each major club's Champions League need + LAFC clinch spot in Club World Cup!
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros look ahead after Saturday's Champions League final and give us every top Champions League club's major need going into next season. How can Real Madrid, Barcelona or Liverpool find their way back at the top? What do Arsenal, Man City and Bayern Munich need to challenge again? Can PSG win back-to-back titles? Advertisement Christian and Alexis then recap a weekend around MLS including LAFC's comeback win against Club America to clinch their spot in the Club World Cup. As Inter Miami continue their hot streak, is Messi gaining form at the right time? LA Galaxy finally win their first game of the season but is it too late? Later, Christian and Alexis bring back Rápido Reactions and recap the latest news in the summer transfer window including Cristiano Ronaldo's next landing spot, Kevin De Bruyne's move to Italy and more! (9:00) - Champions League perspectives: PSG, Real Madrid, Liverpool & more (32:10) - LAFC clinch Club World Cup spot Advertisement (41:00) - Inter Miami continue hot streak & LA Galaxy win a game! (49:10) - Rápido Reactions: Florian Wirtz, Cristiano Ronaldo & more UCL Needs 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts
Pink Villa
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
General Hospital June 2 Episode Recap: Brook Lynn Vents Her Anger at Gloria; Alexis Finds Herself in Trouble Over the Trust Fund
The new episode of General Hospital has got the audience seated for high intensity of drama. Brook Lynn has learned that Gio is the son she gave up for adoption years ago. While she is filled with anger, she doesn't know whom to vent it out on. As Lynn is about to unleash her fury on Lois, Gloria enters and tells her to shout at her instead. As her anger is out of her system, Brook Lynn tries to come to terms with the fact that Gio grew up in front of her, and yet she had no idea about him being her child. Gloria reveals that she was the one who suggested Lois place Gio with Camilla. On the other hand, Sonny provides counseling to Gio. The latter, along with Emma, decides on returning to Port Charles. Gio claims that he needs answers to his questions, and after learning the truth, he will do it for himself. Meanwhile, Alexis finds herself in trouble over the trust fund. Mayor Laura Collins reaches out to her to ask about the missing 10 million USD from the fund. Considering that Alexis was in charge of the money, she is in the hot seat. As seen in the previous episodes, Alexis transferred the money to Ric and Ava. As for Lucky, he has his own confessions to make. He goes straight to Elizabeth and reveals that he knows a lot more about the accident than he should know. Lucky might have just blurted out that Kristina was behind getting Ric almost killed. For the sweet moments, Kristina finally reunites with her brother, Michael. Both the siblings are in confused places in their lives. While Kristina tried to kill Ric and Ava, Michael is soon to begin his custody battle against Willow.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
General Hospital spoilers: Will Brook Lynn's rage break her family & what's Alexis hiding about missing millions?
Brook Lynn is still reeling from the recent revelations about Gio. On Monday's episode, her emotions reach a breaking point as she vents to Gloria, who had once pushed Lois to give Gio to Camilla. This explosion stems from Brook Lynn's sense of betrayal—she grew up unaware that Gio was her child, a truth hidden by her own family. Gloria, stepping in to absorb her granddaughter's fury, becomes the recipient of Brook Lynn's pain. But once the storm passes, can this family find a way to heal? Or will the long-held lies drive a wedge between them for good? Sonny offers a steady hand As Brook Lynn deals with family turmoil, Sonny takes on the role of advisor. In a quiet but significant moment, he sits down with Gio, who has returned to Port Charles in search of answers. Gio is ready to uncover the truth about his past, no matter how complicated or emotional those conversations may be. Sonny, who has navigated countless family struggles of his own, appears to be the person Gio turns to. Can Sonny's guidance help Gio cope with his discoveries and the new family dynamics? Rocco has tough questions for Lulu and Dante. Click to watch a sneak peek of tomorrow's dramatic, new #GH - RIGHT NOW! ⤵️ #GeneralHospital Alexis faces questions over missing millions Elsewhere, Alexis finds herself cornered when Mayor Laura Collins uncovers a major discrepancy in Ace's trust fund—$10 million has gone missing. As the legal guardian of the Cassadine trust, Alexis is now under scrutiny. Laura believes Alexis will know what happened, but the bigger question is: will Alexis admit to any wrongdoing? Did she funnel funds to Ric and Ava, or does she have a solid explanation for the vanishing money? Other twists ahead In another corner of Port Charles, Lucky starts to open up to Elizabeth about the accident. He hints that Kristina may have been responsible, and Elizabeth seems poised to discover this for herself. Meanwhile, Michael and Kristina reconnect, both weighed down by personal crises. Michael is about to enter a custody battle while Kristina is still grappling with the aftermath of nearly killing Ric and Ava. And with Nina learning about Michael and Sasha's night together—and a baby possibly on the way—the week ahead looks anything but General Hospital is packed with tense confrontations, emotional reckonings, and secrets threatening to unravel everything.
Winnipeg Free Press
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
Alexis's beguiling stories feel like a search for home
André Alexis has never let his novels worry too much about reality — witness, for example, the talking dogs in his 2015 masterpiece Fifteen Dogs. In his most recent novel, 2021's Ring, Aphrodite's ring allows the wearer to wish three changes in her beloved. The foremothers of one of the protagonists, Gwen, used the ring to change their men. Should she? Intriguing love relationships and philosophizing about love follow. His new story collection Other Worlds is more puzzling. That the soul of Tam Modeste, an old Trinidadian buyeis (a Carib shaman), enters a dying 11-year-old boy in Petrolia, Ont., seems like the Toronto-based Alexis's attempt to make a gut-level connection with his lost Trinidadian past — a past that recedes the more he tries to grasp it. Almost a novella within the collection, Contrition: An Isekai is the most captivating story of the nine pieces in the collection. Waking up in Paul Williams, Tam hates the sound of English (except for Ogden Nash). Paul's parents, though celebrating their dead son's revival, are troubled by this new, not-so-huggable version, less so the hugging mother than the father, who finds it harder to hide his promiscuity from a buyeis than from an adolescent. In Alexis's hands, the dual soul becomes a way of expressing an estrangement from Canada, although eventually the boy becomes more Paul than Tam. Jamie Hogge photo André Alexis Even stranger is The Bridle Path, in which the lawyer telling the story wants very badly to fit in with an über-wealthy group around his client Edward Bryson. 'It felt,' the lawyer says, 'as if I'd arrived somewhere I belonged.' Thus, when Bryson's wife Miranda explains that the main meat dish at the party is a boy, the lawyer isn't sure whether to take her literally, metaphorically or ironically. Is cannibalism a shibboleth to keep out the unsophisticated? The lawyer doesn't want to commit a faux pas that might nudge him out of the group. Alexis, however, hints that that he isn't quite as tight with Bryson as he imagines: one of the parties at which he feels honoured to be a guest is 'for tradespeople' who have helped Bryson. Despite the humour — the lawyer, for example, feels 'chastised' when, after he shows dismay at the meat dish, Bryson calls him an 'accountant' — the story is too macabre to enjoy, and Alexis's ending never answers the lawyer's confusion. Without the specific critiques in Jonathan Swift's A Modest Proposal (to which Alexis alludes), it's difficult to discern the target of the satire. Is it rich people generally? If so, that seems unfair. Or is Alexis telling a lawyer joke, mocking the narrator for ultimately fitting in so well as a factotum to the wealthy, the equivalent of today's Todd Blanche to Donald Trump? Weekly A weekly look at what's happening in Winnipeg's arts and entertainment scene. Other stories go in a variety of directions; one concerns another buyeis, and one another son who, much like Paul, speculates about his unfaithful Trinidadian father. In the final piece An Elegy (an essay, not a story), Alexis explicitly states that his writing is a 'search for home' which, he soon adds, is 'Trinidad, circa 1957' — in other words, the country and year in which he was born. He concludes that his father wanted to escape his home territory, Belmont in Port of Spain. Other Worlds Alexis also reveals that for a year in his youth, he traded the name he didn't like — André — for a name he did: Paul. Here and elsewhere, Alexis's work has the air of a puzzle. If you can answer the questions posed in Other Worlds — 'What is a rabbit when tied to a sofa?' or 'When is a lake most likely to yield?' — then you're ready for Alexis. (Spoiler alert: the answers are 'Western' and 'midnight.') Reinhold Kramer is a Brandon University English professor. His most recent book is Are We Postmodern Yet? And Were We Ever?.
