Nameberry of the Day: Stanley
March 7
Filmmaker and photographer Stanley Kubrick passed away on March 7, 1999 at the age of 70.
Widely considered one of the most talented filmmakers of all time, Stanley’s work spanned many genres, and was known for beautiful cinematography and impeccable attention to detail.
Some of Kubrick’s most celebrated films include The Shining, Full Metal Jacket, 2001: A Space Odyssey, A Clockwork Orange, and Eyes Wide Shut.
The name Stanley has been on a steady decline since the 50s, gaining a reputation as a quintessential dad (or grandpa) name. However, today Stanley is ready to brush off the dust, fitting the bill of one of 2024’s top baby name trends: Baby Men and Women.
Some other old man names with that adorable geek chic charm include Franklin, Howard, Sidney, Walter, and Ernest.
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