Most Popular Names
Top boys name: Charles, Top girls name: Dorothy
Pre-WWII naming trends; traditional biblical and classic names dominate
by E.M. Forster
Pre-modern bestseller lists; recognized as culturally significant or influential
Garrett Morgan’s electric traffic light patent
Early 20th century innovations and household tech
by Cecil B. DeMille
Pre-World War II film landmark or cultural milestone
Republican Party
Pro-business, Roaring Twenties prosperity
by Billy Jones
Pre-Billboard era; hit based on sheet music, radio, or performance popularity
Year-End Close
-3% from previous year
Great Depression era begins (1929 crash within range)
Stuffed bear continued its early 1900s popularity surge