Girls name · Washington
Joy in Washington
Joy was the 528th most popular girls name in Washington in 2025, with 13 babies named Joy that year. Since 1914, Washington families have named 2,565 babies Joy.
Popularity over time
Joy in Washington, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1914 | 5 | 211th |
| 1932 | 29 | 74th |
| 1947 | 44 | 124th |
| 1963 | 35 | 174th |
| 1978 | 25 | 181st |
| 1994 | 17 | 318th |
| 2009 | 13 | 539th |
| 2025 | 13 | 528th |
Its rank among girls names in Washington fell from 211th in 1914 to 528th in 2025.
The most babies named Joy in Washington in a single year was 49, in 1957. Its best showing was 61st among girls names in 1936.
Across the country, Joy reached its best rank of 33rd in Hawaii (1977). See Joy in every state →
How popular is Joy in Washington?
Joy was the 528th most popular girls name in Washington in 2025, with 13 babies named Joy that year. Since 1914, Washington families have named 2,565 babies Joy.
How many babies are named Joy in Washington?
In 2025, 13 babies were named Joy in Washington. The most babies named Joy in Washington in a single year was 49, in 1957.
What is the rank of Joy in Washington?
Joy ranked 528th among girls names in Washington in 2025. Its best showing was 61st among girls names in 1936.
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.