Idaho's most popular baby names in 1992

In the year 1992, Idaho saw a surge of popular baby names for both boys and girls. For baby girls, the top names were Jessica, Ashley, and Amanda. These names have been popular for decades and continue to be a favorite among parents.

On the other hand, for baby boys, the most popular names were Jacob, Tyler, and Cody. These names have a strong and masculine feel to them, which may have contributed to their popularity. Overall, the year 1992 saw a mix of classic and trendy names for babies born in Idaho.

Most popular baby girl names in Idaho in 1992

In 1992, the most popular baby girl names in Idaho were Jessica with 174 occurrences, followed by Ashley with 141 occurrences, Amanda and Samantha tied with 114 occurrences each, and Sarah with 95 occurrences. These names were the top choices for parents in Idaho that year.

Jessica

174 baby girls born in Idaho (1992) named Jessica
The name Jessica is of Hebrew origin and means "God beholds" or "God sees". It is derived from the name Yiskah in the Old Testament, which was the name of a daughter of Haran and sister of Milcah and Iscah. The name Jessica has been in use since the 16th century and became popular in the 20th century.
Ashley

141 baby girls born in Idaho (1992) named Ashley
The name Ashley is of English origin and means "ash tree meadow". It is a unisex name that was originally more commonly given to boys, but has become more popular for girls in recent years.
Samantha

114 baby girls born in Idaho (1992) named Samantha
The name Samantha means "listener" or "listener of God" and is of English origin.
Amanda

114 baby girls born in Idaho (1992) named Amanda
The name Amanda is of Latin origin, meaning "lovable" or "worthy of love". It was first used as a name in the 17th century and became popular in the 19th century. The name is often associated with kindness, compassion, and a friendly personality.
Sarah

95 baby girls born in Idaho (1992) named Sarah
The name Sarah means "princess" in Hebrew. It is a popular name in many cultures and is often associated with grace, beauty, and kindness.
Megan
85 baby girls born in Idaho (1992) named Megan
The name Megan is of Welsh origin and means "pearl". It is a shortened version of the name Margaret, which also means "pearl".
Kayla
83 baby girls born in Idaho (1992) named Kayla
The name Kayla means "pure" or "beloved" and is of Hebrew origin.
Emily
80 baby girls born in Idaho (1992) named Emily
The name Emily means "rival" or "industrious" and is of Latin origin. It became popular in the 19th century and is still a commonly used name today.
Rachel
75 baby girls born in Idaho (1992) named Rachel
The name Rachel is of Hebrew origin and means "ewe" or "female sheep". It is a popular name in many English-speaking countries and has been used since biblical times. The name is often associated with qualities such as beauty, grace, and kindness.
Brittany
71 baby girls born in Idaho (1992) named Brittany
The name Brittany is derived from the region of Brittany in France. Its meaning is uncertain, but it is believed to come from the Latin word "Britannia," which means "Britain" or "of the Britons." It is also thought to be related to the Celtic word "breton," which means "from Brittany." The name is commonly given to girls in English-speaking countries.
Nicole
71 baby girls born in Idaho (1992) named Nicole
Nicole is a feminine given name of Greek origin, meaning "victory of the people". It is a popular name in English-speaking countries and has been in use since the 1930s.
Kelsey
69 baby girls born in Idaho (1992) named Kelsey
The name Kelsey is of English origin and means "from the ship's island". It is a unisex name and was traditionally used for boys, but has become more popular for girls in recent years.
Taylor
66 baby girls born in Idaho (1992) named Taylor
The name Taylor is of English origin and is derived from the occupation of a tailor, who was responsible for making and altering clothing. It is a unisex name, meaning it can be used for both boys and girls. The name Taylor is often associated with qualities such as creativity, independence, and determination.
Stephanie
66 baby girls born in Idaho (1992) named Stephanie
The name Stephanie is of Greek origin and means "crown" or "garland". It is a feminine name that has been popular in English-speaking countries since the 20th century.
Alyssa
64 baby girls born in Idaho (1992) named Alyssa
The name Alyssa is derived from the name Alicia, which means "noble" or "of noble birth". It is a feminine name commonly used in English-speaking countries.
Rebecca
64 baby girls born in Idaho (1992) named Rebecca
Rebecca means "captivating" or "knotted cord" in Hebrew. It is a biblical name, borne by the wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau in the Old Testament.
Elizabeth
60 baby girls born in Idaho (1992) named Elizabeth
Elizabeth is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is my oath" or "my God is abundance". It is a name that has been popular for centuries and has been borne by many notable figures in history and literature.
Courtney
57 baby girls born in Idaho (1992) named Courtney
The name Courtney is of English origin and means "from the court". It is a unisex name, but more commonly given to girls.
Jennifer
57 baby girls born in Idaho (1992) named Jennifer
The name Jennifer is of Welsh origin and means "fair and smooth". It was first used as a given name in the United States in the 20th century and became very popular in the 1970s and 1980s.
Danielle
56 baby girls born in Idaho (1992) named Danielle
The name Danielle is a feminine name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is my judge".

Most popular baby boy names in Idaho in 1992

In 1992, the most popular baby boy names in Idaho were Jacob, Tyler, Cody, Michael, and Joshua. Jacob was the most popular name with 215 babies given that name, followed by Tyler with 184 and Cody with 162. Michael and Joshua rounded out the top five with 157 and 155 babies given those names, respectively.

Jacob

215 baby boys born in Idaho (1992) named Jacob
The name Jacob means "supplanter" or "holder of the heel" in Hebrew. It is a biblical name that was borne by one of the patriarchs of the Old Testament.
Tyler

184 baby boys born in Idaho (1992) named Tyler
The name Tyler is of English origin, and its meaning is "maker of tiles". It is derived from an occupational surname for a person who made or laid tiles. The name Tyler gained popularity in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s, and it has remained a popular name for boys.
Cody

162 baby boys born in Idaho (1992) named Cody
The name Cody is of Irish origin and means "helper" or "cushion".
Michael

157 baby boys born in Idaho (1992) named Michael
The name Michael means "Who is like God?" in Hebrew. It is a biblical name that is often associated with the archangel Michael, who is considered to be a protector and warrior in many religious traditions. The name has been popular throughout history and is still commonly used today.
Joshua

155 baby boys born in Idaho (1992) named Joshua
The name Joshua means "God is salvation" or "Yahweh is salvation" in Hebrew. It is a biblical name and was the name of one of the twelve spies sent by Moses into Canaan. Joshua later became the successor to Moses and led the Israelites into the Promised Land.
Christopher
130 baby boys born in Idaho (1992) named Christopher
The name Christopher means "bearer of Christ" or "Christ-bearer."
Andrew
129 baby boys born in Idaho (1992) named Andrew
The name Andrew means "manly" or "warrior" and is of Greek origin. It is derived from the Greek name Andreas, which comes from the word "andrós" meaning "man". Andrew is a popular name in many English-speaking countries and is often used in Christian traditions due to the apostle Andrew being one of the twelve disciples of Jesus Christ.
Matthew
124 baby boys born in Idaho (1992) named Matthew
Matthew is a name of Hebrew origin that means "gift of God".
Ryan
118 baby boys born in Idaho (1992) named Ryan
The name Ryan is of Irish origin and means "little king" or "illustrious". It is a popular name for boys in English-speaking countries.
Justin
117 baby boys born in Idaho (1992) named Justin
The name Justin is of Latin origin and means "just, upright, righteous." It was a popular name among early Christians and has been used throughout history by various notable figures.
Brandon
110 baby boys born in Idaho (1992) named Brandon
The name Brandon is of English origin and is derived from the Old English words "brom" meaning "broom" or "gorse" and "dun" meaning "hill". Therefore, the name Brandon means "hill covered in broom or gorse".
Kyle
108 baby boys born in Idaho (1992) named Kyle
The name Kyle is of Scottish origin and means "narrow strait". It is a unisex name, but more commonly given to boys. People with this name are often described as confident, charismatic, and adventurous.
Zachary
106 baby boys born in Idaho (1992) named Zachary
The name Zachary means "remembered by God" or "God has remembered" in Hebrew.
Nicholas
106 baby boys born in Idaho (1992) named Nicholas
The name Nicholas is derived from the Greek name Νικόλαος (Nikolaos), which means "victory of the people". It is a popular name in many countries and cultures, and is often associated with Saint Nicholas, the patron saint of children, sailors, and merchants.
Jordan
104 baby boys born in Idaho (1992) named Jordan
The name Jordan is of Hebrew origin and means "to flow down" or "descend." It is also the name of a river in the Middle East.
Daniel
102 baby boys born in Idaho (1992) named Daniel
The name Daniel means "God is my judge".
James
92 baby boys born in Idaho (1992) named James
The name James is of Hebrew origin and means "supplanter" or "one who follows".
Austin
91 baby boys born in Idaho (1992) named Austin
The name Austin is of English origin and means "great, magnificent". It is derived from the Latin name Augustus, which was a title given to Roman emperors. The name became popular in the Middle Ages and has remained a popular name choice for boys to this day.
David
90 baby boys born in Idaho (1992) named David
The name David is of Hebrew origin and means "beloved" or "friend". It is a popular name in many cultures and religions, including Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. In the Bible, David was the second king of Israel and is known for his bravery, leadership, and devotion to God. People with the name David are often described as confident, charismatic, and loyal.
Robert
90 baby boys born in Idaho (1992) named Robert
The name Robert means "bright fame" or "famous brilliance". It is of Old German origin and was a popular name among medieval kings and nobility.