ARLINGTON, Va. — Liam and Olivia were among the leading baby names in 2025, according to the Social Security Administration’s annual list of popular names.
The rankings offer a look at naming trends across the country, including which names parents chose most often for girls and boys in Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia.
The Social Security Administration has published its annual popular baby names list since 1997, providing a snapshot of the names that have gained popularity among American families.
Most Popular Girls’ Names in D.C., Maryland and Virginia
The leading girls’ names varied across the three jurisdictions, with Emma, Charlotte and Sophia appearing on multiple lists.
Washington, D.C.
- Emma
- Sophia
- Isabella
- Lucy
- Zoe
Maryland
- Ailany
- Charlotte
- Olivia
- Mia
- Sophia
Virginia
- Charlotte
- Emma
- Sophia
- Olivia
- Amelia
Charlotte led Virginia’s list, while Emma ranked first in Washington, D.C. Maryland’s top five included Ailany, Charlotte and Olivia.
Most Popular Boys’ Names in D.C., Maryland and Virginia
Liam, Noah and Theodore featured prominently among the most popular boys’ names across the region.
Washington, D.C.
- Noah
- Theodore
- Henry
- Liam
- William
Maryland
- Liam
- Noah
- Lucas
- Theodore
- Oliver
Virginia
- Liam
- Noah
- Theodore
- Oliver
- Henry
Noah ranked first in Washington, D.C., while Liam topped the lists in Maryland and Virginia. Theodore also appeared among the five leading boys’ names in all three jurisdictions.
Baby Naming Trends Across the Region
The 2025 rankings show several names appearing across multiple lists. Sophia ranked among the five leading girls’ names in D.C., Maryland and Virginia. For boys, Noah and Theodore appeared in all three jurisdictions, while Liam ranked among the top five throughout the region.
The lists offer parents and families a regional snapshot of baby-naming preferences in 2025, highlighting both familiar favorites and names that stand out in individual areas.
For the complete rankings and official data, readers can consult the Social Security Administration’s Popular Baby Names resources.
