Baby Names in North Carolina
Most popular names from the South region
Southern
Country
Top 10 Names in North Carolina
👦 Top 10 Boys
👧 Top 10 Girls
1
Olivia
Olive tree
2
Amelia
industrious, striving, work
3
Emma
universal, whole, immense
4
Charlotte
Free woman
5
Sophia
wisdom
6
Ava
Life, water, island, or bird
7
Isabella
Pledged to God
8
Mia
Mine, bitter, or desired
9
Evelyn
Wished for child; hazelnut
10
Elizabeth
My God is abundance; consecrated to God; God is my oath.
Names Especially Popular in North Carolina
These names rank in North Carolina's top 20 but fall outside the national top 50.
Names Reflecting North Carolina's Heritage
Southern Baby Names
Charming Southern baby names from Georgia peaches to Texas cowboys — tradition, grace, and front-porch hospitality.
Southern Boy Names
Strong Southern boy names rich in heritage, from Beau and Wyatt to Travis and Hank.
Southern Girl Names
Sweet Southern girl names like Magnolia, Savannah, and Belle — graceful and timeless.
Country Baby Names
Country-inspired baby names blending western grit with Southern charm.
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