Most Popular Names
Top boys name: Michael, Top girls name: Ashley
Late 20th century trends; Jennifer, Jessica, Ashley, and Michael were cultural staples
by Donna Tartt
Late 20th century novel with cultural resonance
First commercial SMS sent
Late 20th century digital revolution and computing
by Ron Clements, John Musker
Blockbuster or culturally defining film of the late 20th century
Republican Party
Gulf War, fall of Berlin Wall
by Boyz II Men
Billboard Hot 100 year-end #1 hit
Year-End Close
+4% from previous year
Reagan/Clinton bull market
Tie-in to massively popular kids' TV show