Popular Baby Names in Louisiana
The most popular boy and girl baby names in Louisiana (LA), along with local naming trends and the cultural influences that shape how parents in Louisiana choose names.
Top 10 Boy Names in Louisiana
Top 10 Girl Names in Louisiana
Naming Trends in Louisiana
- French-influenced names more common than any other state
- Saints names popular across cultures
- Creole and Cajun naming traditions unique to Louisiana
Cultural Influences on Louisiana Baby Names
Cajun and Creole naming heritage (Beau, Pierre, Colette)
Strong Catholic saint-naming tradition
African-American naming creativity in New Orleans
Vietnamese community in the Gulf Coast area
About Louisiana Baby Name Data
Baby name popularity in Louisiana is based on Social Security Administration (SSA) birth certificate data. The SSA publishes state-level name frequency data annually. Names given to fewer than 5 babies in a state are excluded for privacy. Rankings reflect the most recent available data and may shift year to year as cultural trends, migration patterns, and demographic changes influence naming choices in LA.