Discover the most popular baby girl names in Iowa for 2023! From timeless classics to modern favorites, see which names are topping the charts and capturing hearts across the state.
The name Charlotte has taken the top spot this year with 162 babies named Charlotte, reflecting its enduring appeal. Olivia, although slightly less popular than last year, remains a favorite at rank 2 with 130 babies. Amelia continues to rise in popularity, securing the third position with 127 babies. Harper and Evelyn also make strong showings in the top five. Further down the list, you'll find names like Sophia and Eleanor maintaining their charm, while newcomers such as Lainey and Eliana have made significant leaps in popularity. Notably, Mia has climbed an impressive 18 spots to rank 13 with 82 babies named Mia this year. Names like Scarlett and Ellie have seen a decline but still hold a place in many parents' hearts. Meanwhile, unique names such as Brynlee and Lyla are gaining traction quickly. Whether you're looking for inspiration or just curious about naming trends in Iowa, this list offers a comprehensive look at what’s popular among baby girls born in the state this year.
| Popularity Rank* | Change | Name | Babies in 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Charlotte | 162 |
| 2 | -1 | Olivia | 130 |
| 3 | 1 | Amelia | 127 |
| 4 | 3 | Harper | 124 |
| 5 | 1 | Evelyn | 123 |
| 6 | -2 | Emma | 116 |
| 7 | 6 | Sophia | 111 |
| 8 | - | Eleanor | 108 |
| 9 | -6 | Ava | 104 |
| 10 | - | Hazel | 92 |
| 11 | 4 | Violet | 88 |
| 12 | -3 | Nora | 84 |
| 13 | 18 | Mia | 82 |
| 14 | 5 | Willow | 77 |
| 14 | 1 | Ivy | 77 |
| 16 | 1 | Isabella | 76 |
| 17 | 75 | Lainey | 73 |
| 18 | 5 | Isla | 72 |
| 19 | 5 | Nova | 70 |
| 20 | -9 | Scarlett | 67 |
| 20 | -8 | Ellie | 67 |
| 22 | -4 | Grace | 66 |
| 23 | 15 | Ruby | 65 |
| 23 | -2 | Aurora | 65 |
| 25 | 8 | Luna | 64 |
| 26 | 6 | Vivian | 63 |
| 27 | -6 | Ella | 61 |
| 27 | 25 | Chloe | 61 |
| 29 | 7 | Lily | 59 |
| 29 | 5 | Layla | 59 |
| 29 | -15 | Avery | 59 |
| 32 | 4 | Stella | 56 |
| 33 | -7 | Paisley | 55 |
| 33 | -3 | Addison | 55 |
| 35 | -9 | Everly | 53 |
| 35 | -15 | Elizabeth | 53 |
| 37 | 4 | Kinsley | 51 |
| 37 | 36 | Eliana | 51 |
| 39 | 2 | Lydia | 50 |
| 40 | -6 | Quinn | 49 |
| 40 | 30 | Josie | 49 |
| 40 | -2 | Cora | 49 |
| 43 | -19 | Penelope | 48 |
| 43 | 4 | Mila | 48 |
| 43 | -15 | Hadley | 48 |
| 46 | 27 | Clara | 47 |
| 46 | -8 | Claire | 47 |
| 48 | 44 | Naomi | 46 |
| 49 | -4 | Lillian | 45 |
| 50 | 29 | Sophie | 44 |
| 50 | 8 | Millie | 44 |
| 50 | 42 | Blakely | 44 |
| 53 | -24 | Lucy | 43 |
| 53 | 13 | Iris | 43 |
| 53 | 66 | Brynlee | 43 |
| 56 | 17 | Sofia | 42 |
| 56 | 10 | Emily | 42 |
| 56 | 17 | Aria | 42 |
| 59 | -14 | Parker | 41 |
| 59 | 42 | Lyla | 41 |
| 61 | -9 | Piper | 40 |
| 61 | -18 | Maeve | 40 |
| 61 | 80 | Anna | 40 |
| 64 | -4 | Madison | 39 |
| 64 | 18 | Freya | 39 |
| 64 | 24 | Elsie | 39 |
| 67 | -4 | Wrenley | 38 |
| 67 | -1 | Riley | 38 |
| 67 | -11 | Natalie | 38 |
| 70 | -10 | Oaklynn | 37 |
| 70 | 71 | Myla | 37 |
| 70 | -21 | Emersyn | 37 |
| 70 | -21 | Delilah | 37 |
| 70 | 3 | Camila | 37 |
| 70 | -23 | Abigail | 37 |
| 76 | -6 | Wren | 36 |
| 76 | -10 | Hannah | 36 |
| 76 | -21 | Gianna | 36 |
| 76 | 6 | Eden | 36 |
| 76 | 6 | Athena | 36 |
| 81 | 43 | Margaret | 35 |
| 81 | -23 | Madelyn | 35 |
| 81 | 7 | Elena | 35 |
| 81 | 29 | Adeline | 35 |
| 85 | -25 | Raelynn | 34 |
| 85 | -6 | Leah | 34 |
| 85 | 47 | Charlie | 34 |
| 85 | 98 | Autumn | 34 |
| 89 | 3 | Thea | 33 |
| 89 | 16 | Ada | 33 |
| 91 | -9 | Emery | 32 |
| 91 | 216 | Annie | 32 |
| 93 | 12 | Rylee | 31 |
| 93 | 22 | Josephine | 31 |
| 93 | -23 | Ember | 31 |
| 93 | -1 | Alice | 31 |
| 97 | -5 | Saylor | 30 |
| 97 | -9 | Sawyer | 30 |
| 97 | -34 | Juniper | 30 |
| 97 | 13 | Georgia | 30 |