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A- This name belongs to composer Lloyd Webber; and the third-born child of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip. Which name is it?

Andrew. Andrew was ranked #7 on the list... Andrew Lloyd Webber is world famous for his many musicals, incluing: "Cats", "Phantom Of The Opera" and "Jesus Christ Superstar"... Prince Andrew is fourth in line for the crown, just behind "the heir and the spare". "A" was tied with "C" as the second most popular initial for boys names. There were twelve names for each. In addition to Andrew; Anthony ranked #11, followed by: Alexander #20, Austin #25, Aaron #42, Adam #53, Angel #54, Alex #61, Adrian #75, Alejandro #85, Antonio #86, and Aidan #88.

B- This was the name of Brenda Walsh's twin brother (played by Jason Priestly) on "Beverly Hills 90210". Can you identify the most popular of the "B" names?

Brandon. Brandon was the #18 entry on the 2002 list of most popular boys names. The "B" list includes five additional names. They are: Benjamin #27, Brian #46, Bryan #66, Blake #77, and Bryce #93. Brian/Bryan presents the only showing of the same name appearing in separate spellings on this popularity chart. The list of most popular girl's names, however, includes many such examples.

C- The most popular "C" name is the first name of movie actor Reeve, and prosecuting attorney, Dardon. Can you identify this name?

Christopher. Christopher was rated #5. Additional "C" names include: Christian at #24, Cameron #35, Caleb #38, Connor #50, Carlos #55, Charles #58, Cody #65, Cole #74, Chase #80, Carson #97, and Colby #99.

D- What name belongs to actor, J. Travanti; and was the name of American pioneer, Boone?

Daniel. Daniel was the ninth most popular name. Daniel J. Travanti starred, and appeared on many TV series, including his role as Captain Frank Furillo in "Hill Street Blues"... The "D" list also includes: David #12, Dylan #21, Devin #71, Dakota #96, and Dalton #98.

E- What was the first name of American patriot, Allen, who led "The Green Mountain Boys" in their capture of Fort Ticonderoga from the British in 1775?

Ethan. Ethan is listed in the #17 position. The additional names included on the "E" list are: Eric #43, Elijah #47, and Evan #59. There were no listings for the initials: "F", "O", "Q", "U", or "Y".

G- What name belongs to singer Peter; movie star Byrne; and TV star Kaplan (of "Welcome Back Kotter")?

Gabriel. Gabriel was the #37 name. Two more "G" names made the list. They are Gavin #79, and Garrett #81.

H- What is the surname of actor Tab; as well as the first name of author/journalist, S. Thompson, and actress, Tylo?

Hunter. Hunter, which ranked just below Gabriel on the popularity charts, at #36, is the only "H" name on the list. Though it is sometimes used for baby girls, it is far more popular for boys.

I- What was the name of Victor French's character on "Little House On The Prairie"; as well as the name of basketball star, Thomas?

Isaiah. Isaiah, with its #45 rating is closely followed by the similar sounding Isaac #48. Ian #69 completes the "I" list.

J- What was the middle name of John Astor, the wealthy New York real estate heir, who died in the sinking of the Titanic?

Jacob. Jacob was the #1 name for 2002. Also "J" was, by far, the most popular initial for boys that year. The list includes twenty names. Besides Jacob, they are: Joshua #4, Joseph #8, John #14, James #19, Justin #22, Jonathan #23, Jose #30, Jordan #39, Jason #41, Jack #49, Juan #52, Jackson #60, Jesus #63, Jared #67, Julian #82, Jeremy #89, Jesse #90, Jeremiah #91, and Jake #100. Jordan was the only name that appeared on the list of most popular girl's names as well. It ranked #48 for girls.

K- What name belongs to movie actors Costner and Kline; and to actor James of "King Of Queens"?

Kevin. Kevin earned the #29 position. Kyle #40, and Kenneth #94, follow Kevin to complete the "K" list.

L- What is the name of Jimmy and Christine's younger son on "Yes Dear", and the surname of Pulitzer Prize winning playwright, director, and producer, Joshua?

Logan. The newly popular Logan is listed #31 for the year. Three more "L" names are included. They are: Luis #44, Luke #51, and Lucas #83.

M- What name belongs to actor Richards, and actress, Learned?

Michael. Michael was the second most popular boys name 1n 2002. Michael Richards played Kramer on "Seinfeld". Michael Learned was Olivia Walton of "The Waltons". Michael is still high on the popularity charts. It was consistanly in first place from the 1950s through the 1990s. The "M" list also includes: Matthew #3, Mason #56, Miguel #84, and Mark #87.

N- What is the name of the saint who is identified with Christmas (particularly in parts of Europe); and also the name of Adam Rich's character on "Eight Is Enough?

Nicholas. Saint Nicholas was a Christian Bishop who died in approximately 300AD. According to legend, he brings toys and cookies to children on December fifth, (the eve of his feast day). Saint Nicholas is the Santa Claus equivalent for children in Germany, The Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg... Nicholas is the #6 name for 2002... Three more "N" names are included. Noah was rated #28, Nathan, #33, and Nathaniel, #64.

P- Can you name actor Swayze; singer, Cassidy, and the patron saint of Ireland?

Patrick. Patrick, #73, was the only "P" name to rank in the top 100 names for boys.

R- What is the first name of actor, O'Neal; and the last name of the actress who played Granny on the "Beverly Hillbillies"?

Ryan. Irene Ryan played Granny from 1960 to 1971. Ryan #15 is joined by Robert #32, and Richard #72 in the "R" initial category.

S- What was the name of the nineteeth century inventor of the "Morse Code"; and twentieth century labor leader, Gompers; as well as actor, L. Jackson?

Samuel. Samuel was ranked #26. There were four additional "S" names. Sean is #57, Steven is #62, Seth #70, and Sebastian is rated #78.

T- What was the surname of the tenth American President, that has become a popular first name?

Tyler. Tyler was #13. John Tyler served one term as president, from 1841 to 1845... Thomas #34, Timothy #68, and Trevor #76 join Tyler to complete the "T" list.

V and W- The most popular names for initials "V" and "W" in 2002 are ranked number 92 and number 10, respectively. can you identify the most popular names for these two initials?

Victor and William. Victor is the only "V" name, and William is the only "W" name to appear on the list... Victor, as in "RCA Victor Records", and the famous nineteenth century writer, Victor Hugo appears to be a relative newcomer on the popularity charts... William, however, is still going strong in the #10 position. Way back in 1875, it was ranked #1. It remained among the top 10 throughout most of the twentieth century, and continues its popularity in the early twenty-first century as well.

X- What name belongs to band leader, Cugat, and to the creator of the "Cabbage Patch Kids" collection of dolls?

Xavier. Xavier, which appears in the #95 position, stands alone in the "X" category... Xavier Roberts' given name was indirectly responsible for his success. As a child, his (then) unusual name provoked ridicule among his classmates in the Appalachian Mountain region of North Georgia, causing him to become a loner, who spent long hours with his mother, a local crafter and quilter. He discovered a "soft sculpture" technique in a nineteenth century German crafts book, which inspired him to experiment with folk art, which led to the birth of his famous "Cabbage Patch Kids". The originals eventually led to an explosive mass marketing of his darling little adoptable "babies" that were so popular in the early 1980s, and are still being manufactured today.

Z- What is the name of the late actor/award winning author with the surname of Scott; and the twelfth American president?

Zachary. Zachary was given the #16 rating... Zachary Scott lived from 1914 to 1965. President Zachary Taylor died in 1850, after serving just sixteen months as president... Zachary is the sole representative of the "Z" initial... I found several trends in the popular choices of names for baby boys. For instance, many of the traditional names are still going strong. These include Joseph, William, John, and Robert, to name a few. The use of surnames as first names; such as Blake, Tyler and Jackson (among many others) is also prominent. Several biblical names like Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Noah have also emerged; as well as many ethnic names... If you enjoyed this quiz, you might want to try my Part 1 quiz, consisting of girl's names from the same survey.