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Allegheny Health Network Sees Unprecedented Baby Naming Trends in 2025

In a notable achievement for maternity care, Allegheny Health Network (AHN) in Pennsylvania has reported welcoming a record-breaking number of babies in 2025, with over 8,700 newborns. This surge highlights not only the popularity of certain baby names but also the network's unwavering commitment to high-quality healthcare.

Popular Names in 2025

For boys, Henry has emerged as the most popular name, with 42 baby boys bearing this name last year. It has seen a remarkable rise, taking the top spot from last year's champion, Oliver, who fell to 13th place this year. Close behind Henry is Bennett, with 40 namesakes, followed by Owen, Theodore, and William rounding out the top five.

### Baby Girls' Favorites
On the girls' side, Olivia continues its long-standing reign as the top choice, having been the most popular name at AHN for four years running, with 43 girls named Olivia. The second most preferred name is Amelia, also at 40, which reflects a growing trend in baby names. This consistency places Olivia at the forefront nationally as well as locally.

The remaining popular girl names include Charlotte, Sophia, and Violet.

Significance of These Trends

Dr. Marcia Klein-Patel, Chair of the AHN Women’s Institute, noted that the yearly release of the most popular baby names not only celebrates the births at AHN but also honors the dedication of countless labor and delivery clinicians who continuously provide life-changing services. The record-breaking number of births is particularly significant as national trends indicate declining birth rates.

Dr. Klein-Patel expressed pride in AHN's maternity units, especially given that they have made substantial investments to expand obstetrics services in the region, such as adding new programs at AHN Jefferson and Wexford hospitals.

Rising Birth Statistics

The total births recorded at AHN in 2025 reached an extraordinary 8,756. This is a historical high for the health network since it was established in 2013. Among various factors contributing to this success are the strategic expansions and partnerships with leading independent OB/GYN practices to ensure quality obstetric care.

Unique Naming Phenomenon

What's particularly interesting about 2025 is that more than 2,000 unique baby names were recorded—each used only once within the network, indicating a trend towards personalization in naming children. This contrasts with the more traditional names that often dominate lists historically.

Nationwide Naming Trends

National trends have also been reflected in the names at AHN. While Olivia and Amelia topped the girls' list, the boys’ names continued to favor Noah and Liam across the U.S., with Henry performing notable fine despite its lower national ranking at 13th place.

Comprehensive Care Beyond Birth

AHN's maternity services extend beyond delivery; clinicians provide tailored care through all stages of maternity, assuring comprehensive support. Research indicates that both maternal and infant health outcomes benefit from this holistic approach. Their collaborations with various health sectors, including behavioral health and pediatrics, emphasize the importance of post-delivery care, addressing common issues like postpartum depression.

AHN remains committed to enhancing and securing the best maternal care, demonstrating their dedication to both the health of mothers and infants. Overall, the 2025 naming trends and the notable rise in births illustrate the commitment to newborn care and family support by the Allegheny Health Network.