Compare baby names by country

See how the same name ranks in different countries. Compare top 10 lists and naming similarity by country pair.

Country vs country overview pages show top 10 names for each country side by side, overlap percentage, phonetic similarity, and origin overlap. The Naming Similarity Index (0–100) summarizes how alike the naming cultures are. Name-by-name pages show how a single name ranks in each country, with 10-year movement and volatility. Data comes from official birth statistics: U.S. Social Security Administration, UK ONS, and equivalent agencies in Canada and Australia.

Use the overview links for macro comparison (e.g. US vs UK) or the name-by-name links to see how a specific name ranks across countries. Each name links to its full profile for meaning, origin, and popularity. The popularity hub shows top names by year; the compatibility tool helps when pairing a first name with your last name.

Understanding rank differences: names that rank high in one country may be uncommon elsewhere due to cultural adoption, migration, and timing. Linguistic fit and ethnic demographics affect popularity. Movement shows trend direction; volatility shows rank stability over time. Use the browse links to explore by letter, country, or style. Every name has a dedicated page with meaning and origin. Data comes from official birth statistics; we do not use AI-generated sources. The popularity hub and trends page offer additional context.