Discover the most popular baby boy names in South Carolina for 2023! From timeless classics to modern favorites, see which names are topping the charts and capturing hearts across the state.
In South Carolina, Noah continues to hold the top spot as the most popular name for boys, with 288 babies named Noah in 2023. Close behind are William and Liam, showing a slight shift in rankings from last year. Traditional names like James and John remain strong contenders, while newer favorites such as Hudson and Lucas are climbing up the list. Notably, names like Luke and Jack have seen significant jumps in popularity this year. Whether you're looking for inspiration or just curious about naming trends, this list offers a fascinating glimpse into the current preferences of parents in South Carolina.
Names like Maverick, Ezra, and Mateo have also gained traction, reflecting a blend of classic and contemporary choices. Meanwhile, enduring names such as Benjamin and Charles have experienced some declines but still maintain their charm among many families. The diversity of names on this list showcases a rich tapestry of cultural influences and personal tastes that make each name unique.
As you explore these popular baby boy names in South Carolina, you'll find a mix of traditional stalwarts and rising stars that highlight both heritage and modernity. Whether you prefer timeless elegance or trendy flair, there's something here for every parent-to-be considering the perfect name for their little one.
| Popularity Rank* | Change | Name | Babies in 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | Noah | 288 |
| 2 | 1 | William | 263 |
| 3 | -1 | Liam | 253 |
| 4 | - | James | 250 |
| 5 | - | John | 222 |
| 6 | - | Elijah | 220 |
| 7 | - | Oliver | 202 |
| 8 | - | Henry | 180 |
| 9 | 14 | Hudson | 153 |
| 10 | 2 | Lucas | 150 |
| 11 | -1 | Jackson | 137 |
| 12 | 2 | Levi | 134 |
| 13 | 6 | Thomas | 133 |
| 13 | - | Samuel | 133 |
| 13 | 8 | Michael | 133 |
| 16 | 9 | Daniel | 132 |
| 17 | -2 | Mason | 128 |
| 18 | -3 | Joseph | 127 |
| 19 | 8 | Waylon | 123 |
| 20 | 17 | Luke | 121 |
| 21 | 1 | Grayson | 120 |
| 21 | -4 | Benjamin | 120 |
| 23 | 5 | Theodore | 119 |
| 23 | -13 | Asher | 119 |
| 25 | -16 | Charles | 118 |
| 26 | 25 | Jack | 112 |
| 27 | -10 | Wyatt | 110 |
| 28 | 14 | Owen | 109 |
| 29 | 2 | Maverick | 108 |
| 30 | 9 | Colton | 106 |
| 31 | -2 | Carter | 103 |
| 32 | -1 | Gabriel | 101 |
| 33 | -7 | Kingston | 100 |
| 33 | -3 | Christopher | 100 |
| 35 | 12 | Ezra | 97 |
| 36 | 21 | Mateo | 95 |
| 37 | 22 | Ethan | 93 |
| 38 | -4 | Logan | 91 |
| 38 | 6 | Josiah | 91 |
| 38 | 12 | Alexander | 91 |
| 41 | - | Walker | 90 |
| 41 | 32 | Amir | 90 |
| 43 | 2 | Easton | 88 |
| 44 | -6 | Matthew | 87 |
| 44 | 15 | Cameron | 87 |
| 46 | 40 | Miles | 86 |
| 46 | -10 | Cooper | 86 |
| 48 | 11 | Robert | 84 |
| 48 | -28 | David | 84 |
| 50 | -19 | Jacob | 83 |
| 51 | -27 | Aiden | 82 |
| 52 | 2 | Micah | 79 |
| 52 | 22 | Brooks | 79 |
| 54 | -12 | Nolan | 78 |
| 55 | 45 | Christian | 77 |
| 56 | 13 | Elias | 75 |
| 57 | 17 | Sebastian | 74 |
| 58 | 45 | Isaac | 73 |
| 59 | 15 | Dylan | 72 |
| 59 | 35 | Bennett | 72 |
| 59 | -10 | Andrew | 72 |
| 62 | 19 | Luca | 71 |
| 62 | 2 | Kai | 71 |
| 62 | 2 | Caleb | 71 |
| 65 | -18 | Joshua | 70 |
| 65 | 16 | Jonathan | 70 |
| 67 | 5 | Anthony | 69 |
| 68 | -10 | Leo | 68 |
| 68 | -15 | Legend | 68 |
| 70 | -3 | Weston | 67 |
| 71 | -37 | Silas | 66 |
| 71 | 8 | Parker | 66 |
| 71 | -15 | Kayden | 66 |
| 74 | 7 | Wesley | 64 |
| 74 | 20 | Landon | 64 |
| 74 | - | Jayden | 64 |
| 77 | 64 | Thiago | 63 |
| 78 | -33 | Jaxon | 61 |
| 78 | -26 | Jameson | 61 |
| 80 | 7 | Jeremiah | 60 |
| 80 | -21 | Isaiah | 60 |
| 82 | -18 | Messiah | 59 |
| 82 | -8 | Hunter | 59 |
| 82 | 18 | Atlas | 59 |
| 85 | -46 | Lincoln | 57 |
| 85 | 7 | Kaiden | 57 |
| 85 | 15 | Everett | 57 |
| 85 | 50 | Dawson | 57 |
| 89 | 38 | Ian | 56 |
| 89 | 38 | Harrison | 56 |
| 89 | 67 | George | 56 |
| 92 | -23 | Karter | 55 |
| 92 | 19 | Julian | 55 |
| 94 | -27 | River | 54 |
| 95 | 75 | Timothy | 53 |
| 95 | 12 | Jaxson | 53 |
| 97 | -7 | Beau | 52 |
| 98 | 17 | Ryan | 51 |
| 98 | 12 | Nathan | 51 |
| 98 | 35 | Malachi | 51 |