List of the most popular names in the 1990s in the United States
Popular names in the United States during the 1990s
The Social Security Administration published a yearly list of the most popular baby names for 1990–1999. This simple summary highlights the decade’s trends. For boys, Michael and Christopher were among the top names, with Joshua, Matthew, Daniel, and Andrew also common. For girls, Jennifer led for many years, along with Jessica, Ashley, Amanda, Brittany, Samantha, and Sarah. The lists show how naming tastes changed from year to year.
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