Michigan’s Favorite Baby Names – See the New Top 10

Choosing a baby name is a big decision, and here in Michigan, parents definitely have their favorites. I've always leaned toward the classics – names that stand the test of time – but others prefer fresh, modern picks that give their kids a truly unique identity. Let’s see if your favorites made this year's cut.

Personal perspective: I’ve always been a fan of timeless names, and that’s reflected in my youngest son’s name. When David was a kid, he said he had an “old man’s name.” Now that he’s in his mid-20s, he feels like he’s grown into it – and I have to admit, it suits him perfectly.

The Most Popular Baby Names in Michigan

As you might expect, there’s some overlap between the biggest baby names in Michigan and those that make the national top 10. But while Liam and Olivia have topped the list of most popular baby names in the U.S. since 2019, they only cracked the top five here in the Mitten.

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By the way, this data was recently released by the U.S. Social Security Administration, based on Social Security card applications filed in 2024.

National vs. Michigan Name Trends

As for Michigan, I have to wonder if parents in our state who had daughters in the last year were influenced by geography. Although the pronunciation is different, there’s a city in the 517 area code that shares its name with the most popular girl name in Michigan.

Full List: Michigan’s Top 10 Baby Names