Popular Names

The Social Security Administration just released their much-anticipated top 100 baby boy names of 2011. There were some expected results, as Jacob remained as the most popular boy name of the year; however a new name has entered the top 5. Find out which baby boy names made the list of the top 100 baby boy names of 2011.

We love Irish baby names because they are unique and lovely, with a wonderful melodic sound to them. These baby names would be perfect for your born around St. Patrick’s Day or to honor your native Irish culture. 

Each year the Social Security Administration releases their list of the top baby names, based on birth certificates from the entire United States. Taking a look at the entire US, the most popular girl names were (in order) Isabella, Sophia, Emma, Olivia and Ava. The most popular boy names were Jacob, Ethan, Michael, Jayden and William.

Check out the top 100 baby names here

How do these names rank by region? Check them out below!

How much does pop culture influence baby name trends? The most recent list of the top baby names from the Social Security Administration  proves that names from movies and TV shoes have a huge influence, as names from The Twilight Saga (Isabella andJacob) are at the top of the charts. Reality TV also has a huge influence, as we are seeing a rise in “K” baby names (thanks to the Kardashians) and even names from Teen Mom are becoming more popular.

When looking for a baby name for your second, third or even your tenth child, finding a name that is harmonious with your first child's name is easy when you give him or her a name that starts with the same letter as a sibling. Also known as same letter sibset names, this popular baby name trend has grown in the light of Kim, Kourtney and Khloe Kardashian, as well as the 19 Duggar kids all sharing the letter J. Ready to jump on the baby name bandwagon and choose same letter sibset names? Here's a few ideas on how.

Baby names in the gorgeous southern state of Alabama in 2010 were similar to the rest of the US but a few trends stuck out, with many Alabama parents opting for traditional or classic names. What made the top 50 in Alabama? Read on to find out.

Aerobics, glam bands, leg warmers, MTV and Michael Jackson -- what do these have in common? The 80s, of course! While pop culture was forging a new path towards hair metal and sequins, parents in the 80s were naming their babies classic, traditional names. More baby boys in 1980 were named Michael than any other name, and Robert and Joseph were very popular as well. Girls in the 80s were named Jennifer, Tiffany and Erin. Do these names sound familiar? Read on to see what other names made the top of the charts in the 1980s!

The recipe for finding the perfect baby name for your bundle of joy starts with the right ingredients. Whether you love the way they sound or just want to have your baby's first name flow with your last name, discover nearly 400 top baby names that end in a vowel, like Joshua and Luke, as well as Isabella and Sophia.