Kids & Family
The Most Popular Boys' Names in New York
Michael was the top boys' name in the Empire State in 2012.

There is a good chance every New Yorker knows someone named Michael.Β
The Atlantic recently posted an article of theΒ most popular boysβ names across the country since 1960. The article comes on the heels of a similar report of theΒ most popular girlsβ namesΒ that includes both the top names for the entire country as well as a state-by-state list.
In the Empire State, Michael often takes the top spot.
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