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Most Popular Baby Names in Washington D.C.

The top 10 girl and boy names registered in Washington D.C. in 2023, based on Social Security Administration birth records.

Top Girl Names in Washington D.C.

  1. 1Olivia
  2. 2Emma
  3. 3Sophia
  4. 4Charlotte
  5. 5Amelia
  6. 6AriaSTATE PICK
  7. 7AaliyahSTATE PICK
  8. 8Isabella
  9. 9NoraSTATE PICK
  10. 10Ava

Top Boy Names in Washington D.C.

  1. 1Liam
  2. 2Noah
  3. 3Oliver
  4. 4James
  5. 5Elijah
  6. 6EthanSTATE PICK
  7. 7Mateo
  8. 8Henry
  9. 9AidenSTATE PICK
  10. 10Lucas

Names Unique to Washington D.C.

These names appear in Washington D.C.'s top 10 but not in the national top 10 — making them distinctly popular in the Northeast.

AriaAaliyahNoraEthanAiden

Rising Names in the Northeast

Names gaining popularity across Northeast states.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most popular baby girl name in Washington D.C.?

Olivia is the most popular girl name in Washington D.C. according to 2023 Social Security Administration data.

What is the most popular baby boy name in Washington D.C.?

Liam is the #1 boy name in Washington D.C. for 2023. It's also highly ranked nationally.

How do Washington D.C. baby names compare to national trends?

Washington D.C. follows many national trends but has regional flavor too. Names like Aria and Ethan appear in the state top 10 but not the national top 10.

Where does this data come from?

This data comes from the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA), which publishes annual state-level baby name statistics based on Social Security card applications. The data reflects names given to at least 5 babies in Washington D.C. in 2023.

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Data Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) 2023 annual baby names by state. Names are ranked by frequency of Social Security card applications in each state. Data is in the public domain.