Naming a child before they're born is the ultimate blind date. I don't envy Michiganders faced with the challenge of giving someone they've never met a name they'll spend a lifetime. If you're looking for inspiration or are ready to randomly select a name from Michigan's 10 Most Popular Baby Boy and Baby Girl Names, you're in the right place.

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So, how do you pick the perfect one? You want the name to fit their personality, but how do you do that when Michigan law requires you to sign the completed birth certificate before leaving the hospital with your new bundle of joy? That's not nearly enough time to get to know someone, let alone a little person who only cries, sleeps, and...the other thing babies do...do.

The Most Popular Baby Boy and Baby Girl Names in Michigan

Michigan's 10 Most Popular Baby Boy and Baby Girl Names
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On a national level, Olivia is the most popular baby girl name, with 16,573 appearing on birth certificates in a year. As for the boys, Liam took the top spot in the country, with 20,456 babies now sharing that name.

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While these names appear in Michigan's Top 10, neither take the top spot.

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Here's some good news: if you decide to change the name of your family's new Michigan addition, it can be done; it just requires some paperwork and reliance on government efficiency.

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From timeless classics to some unique gems, Michigan's Top 10 capture the diverse nature of our state. Whether you're looking for information or just curious about what your co-workers' names will be in 20 years, let's take a closer look at The Mitten State's most common names.

Michigan's 10 Most Popular Baby Boy and Girl Names

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