What are the top baby names in Georgia? Here are the 10 most popular boy, girl names

Chelsea Madden

February 22, 2024 at 6:00 a.m.·1 min read

James, Richard, Donna and Pamela.

These were some of the most popular names for people born in Georgia during the 60’s.

But what about now?

Naming a baby can be stressful, but Madison Maxwell, a blogger with Moms Who Think, might have made it a little easier for you.

Maxwell found the top 10 boy and girl names in the state of Georgia that were used in 2023. Take a look:

Top 10 boy names in Georgia

Liam
Noah
Elijah
William
James
Oliver
Asher
John
Henry
Levi

Top 10 girl names in Georgia

Olivia
Ava
Amelia
Charlotte
Emma
Nova
Sophia
Evelyn
Luna
Harper

What are the most popular baby names nationwide?

Compared to the rest of the U.S., Georgia isn’t far from the majority when it comes to naming babies.

In 2023, the top girl names in the U.S. were Olivia, Emma and Amelia. And the top boys names nationwide were Noah, Liam and Oliver.

On the other hand, Isabella and Mia were high on the list for girls in the U.S., as well as Mateo and Lucas for boys, but the names didn’t show up in Georgia’s top 10.

What is your favorite modern baby name? Comment below or email me at cmadden@mcclatchy.com

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