Social Security Delivers the Most Popular Baby Names in Iowa for 2025

Be the reason future generations know what mattered in Decorah. Fund Decorah News today. The Social Security Administration has released the most popular baby names in Iowa for 2025, with Oliver and Charlotte taking the top spots for boys and girls. The top five baby names in Iowa for 2025 were: Boys Oliver Liam Henry Theodore Cooper Girls Charlotte Evelyn Emma Amelia Eleanor Nationally, Liam and Olivia were the most popular baby names in the United States for 2025, according to the Social Security Administration. The agency has compiled baby name data since 1997, with records dating back to 1880. The annual rankings often reflect trends in pop culture and naming preferences across the country. In addition to state rankings, the Social Security Administration's website includes lists of the top 1,000 baby names in the nation and the fastest-rising names for boys and girls. Most parents apply for their child's Social Security number during their hospital stay after birth. The Social Security Administration said a Social Security number is needed to claim a child as a dependent for tax purposes, open a bank account in the child's name or purchase savings bonds. More information, including the full list of baby names, is available at Social Security Baby Names List. People age 18 and older can also create a personal my Social Security account through Social Security Administration to access services and manage benefits online. Your inbox, upgraded! Subscribe for free and enjoy handpicked stories, helpful advice, and local insights delivered weekly.