Idaho's most popular baby names in 2000

In the year 2000, Idaho parents welcomed a new generation of babies with some of the most popular names of the time. For baby girls, Hannah, Emily, and Madison took the top spots, while for baby boys, Jacob, Joshua, and Joseph were the most popular. These names have remained popular over the years, with many parents still choosing them for their newborns.

Hannah, meaning "grace" or "favor," has been a popular name for centuries, and it continues to be a favorite among parents in Idaho. Emily, meaning "industrious" or "hardworking," is a classic name that has been around for generations. Madison, meaning "son of Matthew," is a more modern name that has gained popularity in recent years. For baby boys, Jacob, meaning "supplanter" or "holder of the heel," has been a top name for decades. Joshua, meaning "God is salvation," and Joseph, meaning "God will increase," are also timeless names that continue to be popular choices for Idaho parents.

Most popular baby girl names in Idaho in 2000

According to the data from 2000, the top five most popular baby girl names in Idaho were Hannah, Emily, Madison, Ashley, and Hailey. Hannah was the most popular name with 133 babies given this name, followed closely by Emily with 122 babies. Madison and Ashley were also popular with 119 and 84 babies given these names respectively, while Hailey rounded out the top five with 83 babies given this name.

Hannah

133 baby girls born in Idaho (2000) named Hannah
The name Hannah means "grace" or "favor" in Hebrew. It is a biblical name that was borne by the mother of the prophet Samuel in the Old Testament. The name has been popular among Christians for centuries and is still commonly used today.
Emily

122 baby girls born in Idaho (2000) 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.
Madison

119 baby girls born in Idaho (2000) named Madison
The name Madison is of English origin and has two possible meanings. One interpretation is that it means "son of Matthew," while another suggests it means "gift of God." It became a popular name for girls in the 1980s and 1990s, likely due to its association with the character Madison in the movie "Splash."
Ashley

84 baby girls born in Idaho (2000) 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.
Hailey

83 baby girls born in Idaho (2000) named Hailey
The name Hailey is of English origin and means "hay clearing". It is a unisex name, but more commonly used for females.
Alexis
81 baby girls born in Idaho (2000) named Alexis
The name Alexis is derived from the Greek name Alexios, which means "defender" or "helper". It is a unisex name that has been used for both boys and girls.
Megan
79 baby girls born in Idaho (2000) 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".
Samantha
77 baby girls born in Idaho (2000) named Samantha
The name Samantha means "listener" or "listener of God" and is of English origin.
Emma
73 baby girls born in Idaho (2000) named Emma
The name Emma is of German origin and means "universal" or "whole". It is a popular name in many countries and has been used since medieval times. The name has been associated with strength, beauty, and intelligence.
Sarah
72 baby girls born in Idaho (2000) 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.
Taylor
72 baby girls born in Idaho (2000) 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.
Elizabeth
72 baby girls born in Idaho (2000) 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.
Jessica
70 baby girls born in Idaho (2000) 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.
Abigail
66 baby girls born in Idaho (2000) named Abigail
The name Abigail means "my father's joy" or "source of joy" in Hebrew.
Olivia
66 baby girls born in Idaho (2000) named Olivia
The name Olivia is of Latin origin and means "olive tree". It is a feminine name that has been popular in English-speaking countries since the 18th century. The olive tree is a symbol of peace and fertility, and the name Olivia has been associated with these qualities.
Sydney
65 baby girls born in Idaho (2000) named Sydney
Sydney is a unisex name of English origin. It is derived from the Old English words "sīde" meaning "wide" and "īeg" meaning "island". The name Sydney has been used as a given name for both boys and girls since the 19th century.
Alyssa
64 baby girls born in Idaho (2000) 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.
Kayla
58 baby girls born in Idaho (2000) named Kayla
The name Kayla means "pure" or "beloved" and is of Hebrew origin.
Rachel
56 baby girls born in Idaho (2000) 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.
Lauren
56 baby girls born in Idaho (2000) named Lauren
The name Lauren is of English origin and means "bay laurel" or "crowned with laurel". It is a feminine name that has been popular since the 1940s.

Most popular baby boy names in Idaho in 2000

According to data from 2000, the most popular baby boy names in Idaho were Jacob, Joshua, Joseph, Michael, and Ethan. Jacob was the most popular name with 163 babies given that name, followed by Joshua with 114, and Joseph and Michael tied at 110. Ethan was the fifth most popular name with 105 babies given that name.

Jacob

163 baby boys born in Idaho (2000) 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.
Joshua

114 baby boys born in Idaho (2000) 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.
Michael

110 baby boys born in Idaho (2000) 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.
Joseph

110 baby boys born in Idaho (2000) named Joseph
The name Joseph is of Hebrew origin and means "God will increase".
Ethan

105 baby boys born in Idaho (2000) named Ethan
The name Ethan means "firm, strong, enduring" and is of Hebrew origin.
Tyler
103 baby boys born in Idaho (2000) 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.
Matthew
102 baby boys born in Idaho (2000) named Matthew
Matthew is a name of Hebrew origin that means "gift of God".
Andrew
101 baby boys born in Idaho (2000) 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.
Hunter
101 baby boys born in Idaho (2000) named Hunter
The name Hunter is of English origin and it means "one who hunts". It is typically used as a masculine name and is associated with qualities such as strength, courage, and resourcefulness.
Austin
99 baby boys born in Idaho (2000) 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.
Dylan
97 baby boys born in Idaho (2000) named Dylan
The name Dylan is of Welsh origin and its meaning is "son of the sea". It is derived from the Welsh word "dy" which means "great" and "llanw" which means "tide" or "flow". The name has been used as a given name for centuries and has been popularized in modern times by various famous individuals.
Nicholas
89 baby boys born in Idaho (2000) 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.
Nathan
88 baby boys born in Idaho (2000) named Nathan
The name Nathan means "gift of God" or "God has given" in Hebrew. It is a biblical name, borne by a prophet in the Old Testament.
Ryan
87 baby boys born in Idaho (2000) 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.
Zachary
85 baby boys born in Idaho (2000) named Zachary
The name Zachary means "remembered by God" or "God has remembered" in Hebrew.
William
82 baby boys born in Idaho (2000) named William
The name William means "resolute protector" or "strong-willed warrior". It is of Germanic origin and has been a popular name throughout history.
Brandon
76 baby boys born in Idaho (2000) 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".
James
75 baby boys born in Idaho (2000) named James
The name James is of Hebrew origin and means "supplanter" or "one who follows".
Samuel
74 baby boys born in Idaho (2000) named Samuel
The name Samuel means "heard by God" or "asked of God". It is of Hebrew origin and is a biblical name. Samuel was a prophet and judge in the Old Testament of the Bible.
Daniel
74 baby boys born in Idaho (2000) named Daniel
The name Daniel means "God is my judge".