What Were New Jersey's Top Baby Names In 2014?

The official list of the country’s most popular baby names of 2014 is out.

The Social Security Administration released its list of most popular baby names on Friday.

Again in 2014, Noah was the most popular name for boys in the country, but there was a change at the top for girls — Emma moved up from the No. 2 spot in 2013 to claim No. 1 in 2014.

In New Jersey, Michael was the top boys name. Sophia topped the state list for girls.

Lots of organizations release lists of top names, but the Social Security Administration data are basedon ”a 100% sample of our records on Social Security card applications as of the end of February 2015.”

Here is a look at the top 10 names nationally, and statwide:

National list

Boys, Girls:

1. Noah, Emma
2. Liam, Olivia
3. Mason, Sophia
4. Jacob, Isabella
5. William, Ava
6. Ethan, Mia
7. Michael, Emily
8. Alexander, Abigail
9. James, Madison
10. Daniel, Charlotte

New Jersey list

Boys, Girls:

1. Michael, Sophia
2. Matthew, Olivia
3. Joseph, Emma
4. Liam, Isabella
5. Daniel, Mia
6. Alexander, Ava
7. Noah, Emily
8. Jacob, Sofia
9. Anthony, Abigail
10. Ethan, Madison

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