Popular Names in Alabama

Alabama’s most popular baby names of 2024 are here: Charlotte and William lead the lists. Explore the full top 10 for girls and boys.

On the girls’ side, Charlotte (#1, 234) edges past Olivia (#2, 224) and Amelia (#3, 214). Classic choices rise—Elizabeth (#4) and Emma (#5) both tick up, and Mary jumps three spots to #6. Sophia surges eight places to #10, while Ava slips four to #8 and Evelyn eases to #9. Harper nudges up to #7.

For boys, Alabama’s timeless trio—William (314), John (303), and James (297)—remain the top three. Liam climbs two spots to #4, with Noah (#5) and Elijah (#6) just behind. Subtle shifts round out the list: Henry edges up to #7, Oliver dips to #8, Samuel nudges up to #9, and Asher eases to #10.

Whether you’re drawn to enduring classics or rising favorites, use these Alabama top 10s to spark ideas, compare options, and find a name that fits.

*Popularity rankings and birth counts reflect Alabama data. Sourced and compiled from the Social Security Administration records by Name.Baby.