Discover the most popular baby boy names in New Hampshire for 2023! From timeless classics to modern favorites, see which names are capturing the hearts of parents across the state.
New Hampshire's top baby boy names reflect a blend of tradition and contemporary trends. Leading the list is Oliver, maintaining its stronghold at number one with 88 babies named this year. Close behind is Theodore, despite a slight drop in rank, followed by Jack, who has climbed four spots to secure third place. Names like Henry and William continue to be favorites, while newcomers such as Levi and Maverick show significant upward movement. The list also highlights some dramatic shifts; Hudson has surged 43 places to tie for 21st, and Arlo makes an impressive debut at rank 88 with a jump of 99 spots.
This year's data showcases a variety of influences on naming choices. Traditional names like James, Thomas, and Charles remain popular, while more modern selections such as Luca, Logan, and Parker are gaining traction. Additionally, unique names like Maverick and Walker are making their mark alongside enduring classics like Michael and Joseph.
Whether you're looking for inspiration or curious about current naming trends in New Hampshire, this comprehensive list offers valuable insights into the state's most beloved baby boy names for 2023.
| Popularity Rank* | Change | Name | Babies in 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Oliver | 88 |
| 2 | -1 | Theodore | 85 |
| 3 | 4 | Jack | 77 |
| 4 | -2 | Henry | 69 |
| 5 | - | William | 67 |
| 6 | 3 | James | 63 |
| 7 | -3 | Owen | 62 |
| 8 | 5 | Lucas | 60 |
| 9 | 3 | Noah | 58 |
| 10 | 12 | Levi | 55 |
| 11 | 5 | Thomas | 50 |
| 11 | -3 | Liam | 50 |
| 13 | -8 | Benjamin | 46 |
| 14 | 3 | Mason | 45 |
| 15 | 13 | Maverick | 43 |
| 15 | -5 | Jackson | 43 |
| 17 | 14 | Carter | 42 |
| 18 | 6 | Luca | 40 |
| 18 | 4 | Logan | 40 |
| 20 | 6 | Parker | 38 |
| 21 | -7 | Lincoln | 37 |
| 21 | 43 | Hudson | 37 |
| 23 | -9 | Leo | 36 |
| 23 | 3 | Elijah | 36 |
| 23 | -3 | Charles | 36 |
| 26 | -6 | Michael | 35 |
| 26 | 3 | Colton | 35 |
| 28 | -17 | Wyatt | 34 |
| 29 | 17 | Joseph | 33 |
| 30 | -12 | Nolan | 32 |
| 30 | 10 | Luke | 32 |
| 32 | 2 | Cameron | 31 |
| 33 | -14 | Wesley | 30 |
| 33 | 7 | Matthew | 30 |
| 33 | 66 | Gabriel | 30 |
| 33 | 17 | Alexander | 30 |
| 37 | -8 | Samuel | 29 |
| 37 | 9 | Grayson | 29 |
| 39 | -15 | John | 28 |
| 39 | 43 | Isaac | 28 |
| 41 | 41 | Landon | 27 |
| 41 | -8 | Asher | 27 |
| 43 | -3 | Sawyer | 26 |
| 43 | 3 | Julian | 26 |
| 43 | 7 | Bennett | 26 |
| 46 | -12 | Emmett | 25 |
| 47 | 27 | Walker | 24 |
| 47 | -13 | Cooper | 24 |
| 49 | 3 | Weston | 23 |
| 49 | 25 | Theo | 23 |
| 49 | 33 | Robert | 23 |
| 49 | 3 | Ethan | 23 |
| 49 | -9 | Daniel | 23 |
| 49 | 8 | Connor | 23 |
| 49 | 36 | Brooks | 23 |
| 49 | 50 | Beau | 23 |
| 57 | -23 | Rowan | 22 |
| 57 | -17 | Miles | 22 |
| 57 | -17 | Declan | 22 |
| 57 | -23 | Caleb | 22 |
| 57 | 17 | Arthur | 22 |
| 57 | 8 | Andrew | 22 |
| 63 | -6 | David | 21 |
| 63 | 2 | Calvin | 21 |
| 63 | 36 | August | 21 |
| 66 | 33 | Waylon | 20 |
| 66 | -9 | Ryder | 20 |
| 66 | 19 | Maxwell | 20 |
| 66 | -1 | Elliot | 20 |
| 66 | 33 | Dylan | 20 |
| 71 | 21 | Zachary | 19 |
| 71 | 70 | Mateo | 19 |
| 71 | -37 | Jacob | 19 |
| 71 | 47 | Eli | 19 |
| 71 | -6 | Carson | 19 |
| 71 | -6 | Anthony | 19 |
| 71 | -6 | Aiden | 19 |
| 78 | -13 | Ryan | 18 |
| 78 | -47 | Jameson | 18 |
| 78 | -26 | Everett | 18 |
| 78 | -15 | Cole | 18 |
| 78 | 7 | Callum | 18 |
| 83 | -9 | Vincent | 17 |
| 83 | 16 | Nathan | 17 |
| 83 | -26 | Myles | 17 |
| 83 | 2 | Harrison | 17 |
| 83 | -9 | Finn | 17 |
| 88 | 30 | Kai | 16 |
| 88 | -36 | Hunter | 16 |
| 88 | 30 | Griffin | 16 |
| 88 | 30 | Graham | 16 |
| 88 | -36 | Elias | 16 |
| 88 | -3 | Beckett | 16 |
| 88 | 99 | Arlo | 16 |
| 95 | 46 | Tucker | 15 |
| 95 | 12 | Malcolm | 15 |
| 95 | 57 | Luka | 15 |
| 95 | -49 | Ezra | 15 |
| 95 | 12 | Ashton | 15 |
| 100 | -8 | Rory | 14 |