North Carolina

Discover the most beloved baby names in North Carolina, shaped by local culture and community traditions.

As a southeastern Atlantic state, North Carolina has its own distinct naming culture influenced by demographics, heritage, and local traditions.

North Carolina parents have clear favorites when it comes to baby names. The most popular girl names in NC are Olivia, Amelia, Emma, Charlotte, Sophia. For boys, North Carolina parents prefer Liam, Noah, Oliver, William, James.

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

See how North Carolina parents' choices compare to families across the rest of America.

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

Understanding North Carolina-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 North Carolina'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.