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Here are the most popular baby names in every state in 2017; is your favorite baby name here?


Every year the Social Security Administration (SSA) releases new data on the most popular baby names by state, and in 2017, there were some clear winners who racked up points across the country.

Photo from Womens Health

So, which are the most popular names?

If you’re curious, here’s a hint — Liam, William, Olivia, and Emma mean business across the country.

In Kentucky, the favorite girl’s name in 2017 was Emma.

And boy’s name — William.

Click here to see the favorite names in each state.


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