Among the 98,389 babies born in New York City last year, some baby names were clear favorites.
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene reviewed records from 2023 and revealed that Emma and Liam were the most popular names once again.
Liam has been the top name for boys since 2016, while Emma has been the favorite for girls since 2017.
In 2023, records show that 743 baby boys were named Liam, and 382 baby girls were named Emma.
Dr. Michelle Morse, the Acting Health Commissioner, shared her thoughts: “Our youngest New Yorkers are what makes our city so special.
We welcome Emma, Liam, Mia, Noah, and all the other newborns to New York. Your presence makes the city and the world better, now and in the future.”
For girls, the names following Emma in popularity were:
- Mia
- Sophia
- Olivia
- Isabella
- Amelia
- Leah
- Chloe
- Luna
- Sofia
For boys, the top names after Liam were:
- Noah
- David
- Lucas
- Jacob
- Ethan
- Joseph
- Dylan
- Michael
- Muhammad
These names show how trends keep changing, yet some classics always remain loved.
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