Popular Baby Names of 2008
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Even if we share our name with 5 other people at the office, a name gives us identity and individuality, and how we are named has a profound affect on how we see ourselves. This is probably why parents sometimes struggle with finding the perfect name for their children.
Each year the Social Security Administration releases the 1000 most popular baby names according to birth records. This year's big upset is new number one name for girls: Emma. Emma knocked Emily out of the number one spot which she's held for 12 years. The top girl's names were Emma, Isabella, Emily, Madison and Ava. Jacob topped the list for boy's names for the 10th year in a row, followed by Michael, Ethan, Joshua and Daniel.
Names on the list range from the common (David--14), to the traditional (Walter--393), to the exotic (Leilani--278), to the stylish (Victoria--27). Some Disney Princess names (Aurora, Ariel, Jasmine) showed up on the list, as did some sports figures (Payton, Kobe, Brett).
Whether you name your new baby after her grandmother (Marie--546), or after a favorite movie star (Angelina--69), you want to make sure you're able to take care of them. Now might be the perfect time to review your life insurance coverage. You also should make sure you have enough health and car insurance now that you've got your little one.
Wonder where your name ranks? Check out the Social Security Administration name popularity site. And in case you're wondering--Elvis is number 713.
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May 8, 2009
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