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These were the most popular baby names in Georgia in the 2010s

A 4-day-old newborn baby, in Brandenburg, Germany, on Aug. 12, 2011.

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A 4-day-old newborn baby, in Brandenburg, Germany, on Aug. 12, 2011.
By Adam Carlson
Jan 25, 2016

Baby names fall in and out of favor, gaining and losing popularity with historical and cultural events.

And while "William" has remained an enduring favorite in Georgia over the years, other names have risen to popularity in the newest decade, according to data from the Social Security Administration.

What are the most popular baby names in Georgia in this decade (so far)?

« A look at the faces who have Georgia's most popular baby names »

From 2010-2014, boys' names such as Jacob, Noah and Mason rounded out the top spots, alongside William, according to the SSA; while girls' names such as Ava, Isabella and Madison rounded out the top spots alongside Olivia and Emma (the No. 1s).

Click on the chart below for a complete look at popular baby names in Georgia by year, and to discover more trends in the data over time.

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