Mason now top boy name in Washington; Sophia still tops for girls
OLYMPIA, Wash. -- The reign of Jacob as most popular boy's name in Washington is no more.
The name, which has either been the most popular or second-most popular boy's name since 1992 has fallen to No. 5 in 2011, according to the state's Department of Health. In its place, newcomer Mason which has rocketed up the charts of late, from No. 27 in 2009 and No. 11 in 2010 to No. 1 in 2011. Liam is also gaining popularity fast, checking in at No. 2 in 2011 after finishing 8th in 2010 and 16th in 2009.
The girl's side has been more consistent with Sophia again No. 1 in 2011 as it was in 2010. In fact, the girls' Top 10 list is pretty much the same as 2010's list, only with a few names trading spots.
The DOH says parents these days chose more unique names with only about half of boys names coming from the Top 100 name chart -- and less than 1/3 for girls. In 1980, 73 percent of boys names came from the Top 100 list while 53 percent of girls did.
The Top 10 names for boys in Washington are, in order, Mason, Liam, Alexander, Ethan, Jacob, Daniel, Noah, William, Logan and Benjamin.
For girls, the top 10 are: Sophia, Olivia, Emma, Isabella, Emily, Ava, Abigail, Madison, Chloe and Elizabeth.
While Jacob is no longer the champ in Washington it can take solace that it is still the most popular name overall in the United States. Isabella is tops nationally for girls with Sophia coming in at No. 2.
You can see the full Washington lists at the Department of Health Site and nationally, at the Social Security Administration site
The name, which has either been the most popular or second-most popular boy's name since 1992 has fallen to No. 5 in 2011, according to the state's Department of Health. In its place, newcomer Mason which has rocketed up the charts of late, from No. 27 in 2009 and No. 11 in 2010 to No. 1 in 2011. Liam is also gaining popularity fast, checking in at No. 2 in 2011 after finishing 8th in 2010 and 16th in 2009.
The girl's side has been more consistent with Sophia again No. 1 in 2011 as it was in 2010. In fact, the girls' Top 10 list is pretty much the same as 2010's list, only with a few names trading spots.
The DOH says parents these days chose more unique names with only about half of boys names coming from the Top 100 name chart -- and less than 1/3 for girls. In 1980, 73 percent of boys names came from the Top 100 list while 53 percent of girls did.
The Top 10 names for boys in Washington are, in order, Mason, Liam, Alexander, Ethan, Jacob, Daniel, Noah, William, Logan and Benjamin.
For girls, the top 10 are: Sophia, Olivia, Emma, Isabella, Emily, Ava, Abigail, Madison, Chloe and Elizabeth.
While Jacob is no longer the champ in Washington it can take solace that it is still the most popular name overall in the United States. Isabella is tops nationally for girls with Sophia coming in at No. 2.
You can see the full Washington lists at the Department of Health Site and nationally, at the Social Security Administration site
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Never liked the name, "Isabella/Isabelle/Isabel" cause it sounds all like "It's a b!tcha"
Where was Apple in the list? Not there?
In my neck of the woods, the most popular names are Juan, Jose, Jorge and Maria.
Have a great grandson named Mason born 12-21-12. Did not think that name would be so popular
Some great names (first & last): Amanda Huginkiss, Adolph Oliver Bush, Phil McKraken, and Ben Dover :)
Why is this news??? 2011??? What's the name for 2012? Also, the only thing I can think of when I hear the name Mason is that creepy little red headed kid thatn was in commercials and all over the tV in the 70's
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@Alikelystorey If you don't like the name, don't give it to your child. Personally, I prefer Mason over Jacob.
 @Alikelystorey Would you prefer to see more articles about shootings, stabbings, and 'hit and runs'? Just let it go....
 @Alikelystorey Maybe because 2012 isn't over yet and it takes time to compile the statistics?