Once again, the most popular names for babies born in the United States are Liam and Olivia. According to Social Security Administration (SSA) data, 3,580,350 new babies were recorded, with slightly more male births than female births. This reflects a decrease in overall births in the U.S. since 2007. The top 10 names for boys include Liam, Noah, Oliver, James, and Elijah, while the top 10 names for girls include Olivia, Emma, Charlotte, Amelia, and Sophia. The top five names in both lists remained the same as the previous year, with only one new name, Mateo, making it into the top 10.
Names that changed the most in popularity for boys include Izael, Chozen, Eiden, Cassian, and Kyren, while for girls, the names were Kaeli, Alitzel, Emryn, Adhara, and Azari. Pop culture influences names, with Kaeli being influenced by a YouTube and TikTok star and Eiden possibly inspired by a TikTok creator. Names like Taylor did not make the top list, despite the popularity of Taylor Swift, while Miley saw a spike in popularity. The SSA website provides data on baby names dating back to 1997, with names in the database ranging back as far as 1880.
Getting a Social Security number for a child is essential for claiming them as a dependent on tax returns and accessing benefits like the earned income tax credit and child tax credit. A Social Security number is also required for various financial and government services. If parents choose not to obtain a Social Security number for their child, they can request an exemption for religious reasons by filling out Form 4029. Social Security numbers were first issued in 1936, with the numbers once reflecting geographical regions before a new methodology was implemented in 2011.
The list of popular baby names is compiled from Social Security card applications, which are now typically completed when submitting information for a birth certificate. Applicants can also apply online or fill out Form SS-5 if needed. Social Security numbers have become essential for various financial, tax, and government purposes, with nearly half a billion people receiving numbers since 1936. The use of Social Security numbers has expanded over the years, with only about 40 official uses approved by Congress.
In conclusion, Liam and Olivia remain the most popular baby names in the United States, based on data from the Social Security Administration. Pop culture influences the popularity of names, with social media playing a role in naming trends. Obtaining a Social Security number for a child is important for accessing benefits and various services, and there are options for those who prefer not to obtain a number for religious reasons. The history and significance of Social Security numbers date back to the 1930s, with changes in assignment methodology over the years to adapt to evolving needs.
