Liam and Olivia once again dominate top baby names list
WASHINGTON (AP) — Olivia and Liam are once again America’s most common baby names.
And Theodore joins the top 10 baby names list for the first time.
The Social Security Administration annually tracks the names given to girls and boys in each state, with names dating back to 1880.
The data is based on applications for Social Security cards.
Based on cultural and demographic trends, the list shows how names can rise and fall in popularity.
Top 10 Baby Names of 2021
| Rank | Male name | Female name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Liam | Olivia |
| 2 | Noah | Emma |
| 3 | Oliver | Charlotte |
| 4 | Elijah | Amelia |
| 5 | James | Ava |
| 6 | William | Sophia |
| 7 | Benjamin | Isabella |
| 8 | Lucas | Mia |
| 9 | Henry | Evelyn |
| 10 | Theodore | Harper |
Source: Social Security Administration
