New name joins the top 10 most popular baby names in the US

Family & Parenting
9 May 2026 • 3:06 AM MYT
The Independent
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New name joins the top 10 most popular baby names in the US

  • Olivia and Liam remained the most popular baby names in America for the seventh consecutive year in 2025, according to the U.S. Social Security Administration.
  • For girls, Charlotte climbed to second place, ending Emma's six-year run as the runner-up.
  • The name Ava dropped out of the top 10 girls' names, replaced by Eliana, which debuted in tenth place.
  • The top 10 boys' names saw no new entries, with Liam, Noah, Oliver and Theodore holding their top four positions.
  • The Social Security Administration annually releases this data, compiled from Social Security card applications submitted at birth.

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