Discover the most popular baby boy names in the District of Columbia for 2023! From timeless classics to modern favorites, these names are topping the charts and capturing hearts.
The list is led by Liam, with 61 babies named this year, followed closely by Noah and Theodore. Newcomers like Leo and Sebastian have made significant jumps in popularity, while traditional names such as James and Henry continue to hold strong positions. Whether you're looking for inspiration or just curious about current trends, this comprehensive list provides a fascinating snapshot of naming preferences in the nation's capital.
Names like Amir and Graham have seen remarkable rises, indicating a shift towards more unique choices. Meanwhile, enduring favorites like William, Samuel, and Charles remain beloved picks among parents. The diversity in naming trends reflects the rich cultural tapestry of Washington D.C., offering plenty of options for every taste.
Explore further to see how other names like Elijah, Mateo, and Maxwell are faring this year. With detailed rankings and year-over-year changes, you'll get an insightful look into what's shaping the naming landscape in D.C. Happy name hunting!
| Popularity Rank* | Change | Name | Babies in 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | Liam | 61 |
| 2 | 5 | Noah | 56 |
| 3 | -1 | Theodore | 54 |
| 3 | 12 | Leo | 54 |
| 5 | -1 | James | 53 |
| 6 | -5 | Henry | 49 |
| 7 | 4 | Oliver | 48 |
| 8 | 5 | Benjamin | 47 |
| 9 | -5 | William | 44 |
| 10 | 1 | Samuel | 37 |
| 10 | -6 | Charles | 37 |
| 12 | 20 | Sebastian | 36 |
| 13 | 13 | Ethan | 35 |
| 14 | -5 | John | 34 |
| 15 | 1 | Lucas | 33 |
| 16 | 10 | Owen | 32 |
| 17 | 26 | Amir | 31 |
| 18 | -8 | Jack | 30 |
| 19 | -3 | Thomas | 29 |
| 19 | -3 | Michael | 29 |
| 19 | 5 | Julian | 29 |
| 22 | 8 | George | 27 |
| 23 | 9 | Daniel | 26 |
| 23 | -15 | Alexander | 26 |
| 25 | 18 | Elijah | 25 |
| 26 | -10 | Luca | 24 |
| 26 | - | Joseph | 24 |
| 28 | 19 | Matthew | 23 |
| 28 | 11 | Mateo | 23 |
| 28 | 2 | Isaac | 23 |
| 28 | -6 | Dylan | 23 |
| 32 | 20 | Josiah | 22 |
| 32 | 2 | David | 22 |
| 34 | 24 | Robert | 21 |
| 35 | -22 | Miles | 20 |
| 35 | -1 | Logan | 20 |
| 35 | -19 | Kai | 20 |
| 35 | 17 | Jacob | 20 |
| 39 | 24 | Micah | 19 |
| 39 | -3 | Ezra | 19 |
| 41 | 118 | Graham | 18 |
| 41 | 22 | Asher | 18 |
| 41 | 6 | Arthur | 18 |
| 44 | -5 | Wesley | 17 |
| 45 | -9 | Nathan | 16 |
| 45 | 51 | Maxwell | 16 |
| 45 | 31 | Felix | 16 |
| 45 | 31 | Eli | 16 |
| 45 | 26 | Christopher | 16 |
| 45 | 2 | Caleb | 16 |
| 51 | 32 | Nathaniel | 15 |
| 51 | 20 | Kairo | 15 |
| 51 | 7 | Cameron | 15 |
| 51 | 45 | Anthony | 15 |
| 51 | 12 | Andrew | 15 |
| 51 | -15 | Aiden | 15 |
| 57 | 19 | Xavier | 14 |
| 57 | 19 | Levi | 14 |
| 57 | 63 | Calvin | 14 |
| 60 | 11 | Nasir | 13 |
| 60 | - | Milo | 13 |
| 60 | 48 | Louis | 13 |
| 60 | 23 | Diego | 13 |
| 60 | -8 | Amari | 13 |
| 60 | -21 | Adam | 13 |
| 66 | 24 | Zion | 12 |
| 66 | 30 | Thiago | 12 |
| 66 | -3 | Theo | 12 |
| 66 | -8 | Santiago | 12 |
| 66 | -14 | Ryan | 12 |
| 66 | 54 | Rowan | 12 |
| 66 | 65 | Oscar | 12 |
| 66 | -14 | Messiah | 12 |
| 66 | -23 | Max | 12 |
| 66 | -40 | Mason | 12 |
| 66 | -8 | Jayden | 12 |
| 66 | 30 | Jackson | 12 |
| 66 | -44 | Gabriel | 12 |
| 79 | 52 | Zayden | 11 |
| 79 | -21 | Simon | 11 |
| 79 | 17 | Rafael | 11 |
| 79 | -27 | Patrick | 11 |
| 79 | 52 | Leonardo | 11 |
| 79 | -16 | Joshua | 11 |
| 79 | 29 | Gael | 11 |
| 79 | 11 | Elias | 11 |
| 79 | 80 | Edward | 11 |
| 79 | 17 | Connor | 11 |
| 79 | -8 | Carter | 11 |
| 79 | -16 | Axel | 11 |
| 79 | -55 | August | 11 |
| 79 | -63 | Adrian | 11 |
| 93 | - | Zayn | 10 |
| 93 | 38 | Sincere | 10 |
| 93 | 66 | Rory | 10 |
| 93 | -50 | Luke | 10 |
| 93 | -46 | Kayden | 10 |
| 93 | - | Jude | 10 |
| 93 | -30 | Jonathan | 10 |
| 93 | -3 | Finn | 10 |