North Dakota

Baby naming in North Dakota reflects the unique character and heritage of this distinctive region.

As a northern plains state, North Dakota has its own distinct naming culture influenced by demographics, heritage, and local traditions.

North Dakota parents have clear favorites when it comes to baby names. The most popular girl names in ND are Evelyn, Amelia, Lainey, Aurora, Nora. For boys, North Dakota parents prefer Oliver, Henry, Theodore, Brooks, Liam.

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

North Dakota's naming trends often diverge from national patterns, reflecting regional identity.

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

Understanding North Dakota-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 Dakota'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.