Boys name · New York
Dakota in New York
Dakota was the 666th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 22 babies named Dakota that year. Since 1985, New York families have named 2,670 babies Dakota.
Popularity over time
Dakota in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 7 | 968th |
| 1991 | 59 | 302nd |
| 1996 | 148 | 135th |
| 2002 | 105 | 171st |
| 2008 | 44 | 387th |
| 2014 | 26 | 577th |
| 2019 | 29 | 527th |
| 2025 | 22 | 666th |
Its rank among boys names in New York climbed from 968th in 1985 to 666th in 2025.
The most babies named Dakota in New York in a single year was 200, in 1995. Its best showing was 109th among boys names in 1995.
Across the country, Dakota reached its best rank of 15th in Oklahoma (1997). See Dakota in every state →
How popular is Dakota in New York?
Dakota was the 666th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 22 babies named Dakota that year. Since 1985, New York families have named 2,670 babies Dakota.
How many babies are named Dakota in New York?
In 2025, 22 babies were named Dakota in New York. The most babies named Dakota in New York in a single year was 200, in 1995.
What is the rank of Dakota in New York?
Dakota ranked 666th among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 109th among boys names in 1995.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.