Girls name · New York
Joy in New York
Joy was the 416th most popular girls name in New York in 2025, with 42 babies named Joy that year. Since 1914, New York families have named 8,793 babies Joy.
Popularity over time
Joy in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1914 | 8 | 475th |
| 1930 | 59 | 217th |
| 1946 | 110 | 186th |
| 1962 | 167 | 189th |
| 1977 | 129 | 160th |
| 1993 | 42 | 432nd |
| 2009 | 36 | 509th |
| 2025 | 42 | 416th |
Its rank among girls names in New York climbed from 475th in 1914 to 416th in 2025.
The most babies named Joy in New York in a single year was 204, in 1961. Its best showing was 128th among girls names in 1974.
Across the country, Joy reached its best rank of 33rd in Hawaii (1977). See Joy in every state →
How popular is Joy in New York?
Joy was the 416th most popular girls name in New York in 2025, with 42 babies named Joy that year. Since 1914, New York families have named 8,793 babies Joy.
How many babies are named Joy in New York?
In 2025, 42 babies were named Joy in New York. The most babies named Joy in New York in a single year was 204, in 1961.
What is the rank of Joy in New York?
Joy ranked 416th among girls names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 128th among girls names in 1974.
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.