There's nothing like the excitement — or pressure — of deciding on a name for a new baby.

The Social Security Administration keeps track of the most popular baby names and you can look up those names back to 1960, not only for the entire United States, but also by state.

How does the Social Security Administration know the most popular names? For parents to be able to claim that new bundle of joy as a dependent, the baby needs to have a Social Security number, and parents apply for that number and card on their behalf. You did remember to do that, right?

The list of the most popular baby names in 2024 is out. See the most popular names in the U.S. and how they compare to the most popular names in Florida.

What were the most popular baby names in the US in 2024?



It's the eighth consecutive year Liam and Noah were ranked No. 1 and No. 2. In 2016, Noah ranked No. 1 and Liam ranked No. 2.

It's the sixth consecutive year Olivia and Emma ranked No. 1 and No. 2. In 2018, Emma was No. 1 and Olivia was No. 2.

What were the top 10 boys' names in Florida in 2024?



What were the top 10 girls' names in Florida in 2024?



President Trump welcomes 11th grandchild: Alexander. Name ranks No. 20 in Florida



Alexander is the 11th grandchild of Donald Trump and the first for Maples, a former model and second ex-wife to President Trump.

According to the Social Security Administration, Alexander ranked No. 20 for boy names in Florida in 2024. A total of 531 babies received the name in 2024.

Across the U.S., Alexander ranked No. 27.

What were the most popular baby names in 1960 in Florida?



Compare the top 10 boy names in Florida between 2024 and 1960. Also take note of the difference in numbers between the two years.

Compare the top 10 girl names in Florida between 2024 and 1960. Also take note of the difference in numbers between the two years.

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