Baby Names in Illinois

Most popular names from the Midwest region

Diverse

Latino

Top 10 Names in Illinois

👦 Top 10 Boys

Liam

Strong-willed warrior and protector

Noah

rest, comfort, long-lived

Olive tree

gift of God

Gift of God

home ruler

Son of the right hand; son of the south

James

Meaning 'supplanter'.

William

Resolute protector

Santiago

Saint James

👧 Top 10 Girls

Olivia

Olive tree

Mia

Mine, bitter, or desired

Charlotte

Free woman

Sophia

wisdom

Emma

universal, whole, immense

Amelia

industrious, striving, work

Sofia

wisdom

Isabella

Pledged to God

Evelyn

Wished for child; hazelnut

Ava

Life, water, island, or bird

Names Reflecting Illinois's Heritage

Latino Baby Names

Beautiful Latino baby names from across the Spanish-speaking world.

Classic Baby Names

Classic baby names that ranked among the top 50 in the SSA charts between 1950 and 1990 — enduringly elegant choices.

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