New Jersey

Baby naming in New Jersey reflects the unique character and heritage of this distinctive region.

As a densely populated northeastern state, New Jersey has its own distinct naming culture influenced by demographics, heritage, and local traditions.

New Jersey parents have clear favorites when it comes to baby names. The most popular girl names in NJ are Mia, Sophia, Emma, Olivia, Charlotte. For boys, New Jersey parents prefer Liam, Noah, Lucas, Joseph, Michael.

These rankings reflect naming data specific to New Jersey, which may differ significantly from national trends.

Compare New Jersey's top names with national rankings to see how local preferences differ.

Regional variations in baby names often reflect local culture, ethnic composition, and community values. What's popular in New Jersey may be less common elsewhere, and vice versa.

Understanding New Jersey-specific naming trends helps parents gauge how common or unique their chosen name will be in their local community. A name that's rare nationally might be quite popular in your state, or vice versa.

Our state-level data provides the local context that national rankings can't capture.

Compare New Jersey's naming preferences with other states to discover regional patterns across America. Our database covers all 50 states plus territories, with detailed rankings and trend analysis for each region.