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I'm a fan of most of these. . .

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Archie - I think Archer more complete to say and read, but this is a standard cutesy choice.
Belle - Popular for a reason. I like the unexpectedness of Bell better, but it's a pretty sound and idea.
Bettie - Aw, I kinda like this spelling. I have really only met people who spell it Betty, but this seems more modern. I like it!
Etta - Adorable! One of my favorites. I would likely prefer it as a nickname, but it's still chic.
Goldie - I wonder why more people don't use this now. It seems like such a perfect choice for parents who want to be celeb-y but still maintain a bit of legitimacy. I really think people are missing out on Silver, Sterling, Goldie and Golda.
Grover - A bit too Sesame Street for me still. It's a decent name in itself... but it will remain vintage for a while.
Homer - Would adore this if not for the Simpsons.
Ida - Simple, sweet and saccharinely vintage. I agree.
Lula - I like this better than Lila and Lola right now. It just seems a little daintier.
Mamie - not a fan.
Myrtle - I know one. It's a pretty cute name. I think it works on kids better than adults because it has the adorably clunky factor.
Nellie - HUGE fan of Nell. This seems unnecessary to me, with the cutesy ending, but I dig it as a nickname.
Opal - Cute, gemmy, and in vogue.
Ramona - A very bold and whimsical choice. A very "Matilda" type name.
Roscoe - I like it a lot. It's on my top lists for boys.
Tillie - Prefer the Tilly spelling, and love it as a nickname. Seems a bit unfinished as a full name, but it would be refreshing to meet one.
Wiley - This is such a "dog" name to me. I know too many canines answering to Wiley to take this seriously as a name.
Woodrow - Totally cool! I always forget names like this, but think they would make great flashback choices for parents today. Note: I would never personally use this name though.