Discover the most popular baby names in New Jersey for 2023! Whether you're expecting a little boy or girl, our comprehensive list showcases the top names that parents across the Garden State are choosing this year.
For girls, Olivia has taken the lead with 480 babies named, followed closely by Emma and Mia. Other favorites include Sophia, Isabella, and Charlotte. Notably, Madison has climbed five spots to secure a place in the top ten.
On the boys' side, Liam and Noah continue to dominate as the most popular names with over 700 babies each. Lucas, Joseph, and Michael round out the top five. James and Jack have seen significant increases in popularity this year.
Explore these beloved names to find inspiration for your own bundle of joy!
| Popularity Rank* | Change | Name | Babies in 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | Liam | 715 |
| 2 | - | Noah | 705 |
| 3 | - | Lucas | 430 |
| 4 | - | Joseph | 410 |
| 5 | - | Michael | 356 |
| 6 | 2 | James | 341 |
| 7 | 3 | Jack | 334 |
| 8 | -2 | Jacob | 326 |
| 9 | -1 | Luca | 324 |
| 10 | -3 | Ethan | 322 |
| Popularity Rank* | Change | Name | Babies in 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | Olivia | 480 |
| 2 | -1 | Emma | 466 |
| 3 | - | Mia | 447 |
| 4 | -2 | Sophia | 413 |
| 5 | - | Isabella | 396 |
| 6 | - | Charlotte | 370 |
| 7 | 1 | Ava | 310 |
| 8 | -1 | Amelia | 294 |
| 9 | 5 | Madison | 273 |
| 10 | 2 | Leah | 259 |