New York

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

As a culturally diverse northeastern state, New York has its own distinct naming culture influenced by demographics, heritage, and local traditions.

New York parents have clear favorites when it comes to baby names. The most popular girl names in NY are Mia, Emma, Sophia, Olivia, Isabella. For boys, New York parents prefer Liam, Noah, Lucas, Ethan, Joseph.

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

Compare New York'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 York may be less common elsewhere, and vice versa.

Understanding New York-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 York'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.