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Celeb Baby Named "North West": Illinois' Most Popular Choices
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West have named their child "North West" according to reports. The most popular baby names in Illinois are more traditional. What names do you prefer?
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West have chosen a unique moniker for their baby girl, according to TMZ.com.
According to the website, the baby’s name is “North West” although the couple hasn't publicly confirmed the news. What are your thoughts on the name?
Here in Illnois, the five most popular baby names in 2012 were as follows, according to the Social Security Administration:
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BOYS:
1. Jacob
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2. Alexander
3. Noah
4. Michael
5. Ethan
GIRLS:
1. Sophia
2. Olivia
3. Isabella
4. Emma
5. Ava
Do you prefer more popular or traditional names for children, or would you go with something unique like Kim and Kanye? Tell us what you think in the comments section.
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