The Newest List of Most Popular Baby Names Was Just Released — See What's Topping the Charts Now
The U.S. Social Security Administration has just released its eagerly anticipated update to the list of the most popular baby names! This annual update provides fascinating insights into the most popular names across the United States, offering a fun glimpse into the cultural shifts and trends that influence naming choices. Whether you're expecting a baby or just think naming trends are fascinating (*raises hand*), this list is sure to intrigue.
The Social Security Administration has been tracking baby names since 1880, compiling its data from applications for Social Security cards. The database has grown to become one of the most comprehensive resources for understanding naming trends in the U.S. Over the years, the SSA's baby name list has reflected changing cultural influences — from historical figures to pop culture trends. Each year, millions of parents submit their baby name choices, and the SSA compiles this data to create a snapshot of what's trending in baby names.
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If you're familiar with last year's most popular baby names and were hoping for a big shakeup, then this year's list is probably feeling pretty 'womp-womp.' There's only one new name between both boy and girl lists — and it's Sofia, which is just an alternate spelling to the #6 most popular girl name, Sophia (which fell one spot from last year). Sofia replaced Luna, last year's 10th most popular, which dropped out of the top 10 entirely.
Below are the names from the most current list, along with how many spots they rose or fell (or just a dash, if they stayed the same rank) since last year's list.
Boys:
Liam (-)
Noah (-)
Oliver (-)
Theodore (+3)
James (-1)
Henry (+2)
Mateo (-1)
Elijah (-3)
Lucas (-)
William (-)
Girls:
Olivia (-)
Emma (-)
Amelia (+1)
Charlotte (-1)
Mia (+1)
Sophia (-1)
Isabella
Evelyn (+1)
Ava (-1)
Sofia (new)
While there isn't much to report in terms of big changes — only one new name made it onto the top rankings, and overall, the shifts are minimal — it's interesting to see that the most popular names continue to dominate the list. The lack of dramatic change speaks to the enduring appeal of tradition and familiarity. While trends definitely influence naming choices, this list proves that many parents continue to gravitate toward timeless names that have proven staying power.
That being said, there are still 990 more names in the each top 1000 — boys and girls — where the variety is much more noticeable. From quirky choices to emerging trends, the lower rankings reveal a whole new world of naming possibilities that show just how diverse and creative parents are getting (despite the traditional choices and lack of movement in the top 10). Stay tuned to discover the names that are slowly rising through the ranks!Best of SheKnows
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