While Noah remains the most used baby boy name across Ontario for the sixth straight year, Toronto’s city-specific data shows Muhammad now leading the rankings.

The rise of Muhammad marks a notable shift in naming trends and highlights Toronto’s strong multicultural identity.

The name has appeared in the city’s top ten for several years, but reaching the top spot shows growing preference for names with deep cultural and religious meaning.

Other popular baby boy names in Toronto include Noah, Liam, Adam, Ethan, Lucas, Theodore, Alexander, Ibrahim, and Levi.

Naming trends vary widely across Toronto’s neighbourhoods, often reflecting local communities and cultural backgrounds.

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In Scarborough, Muhammad and Ibrahim dominate the list, with families favouring religious and culturally rooted names.

North York shows a mix of tradition and modern taste, where Noah and Liam frequently compete for the top position.

Downtown and Old Toronto areas lean towards vintage choices, with names like Theodore, Oliver, Arthur, and Henry standing out in popularity.

Etobicoke parents tend to choose modern yet familiar names, including Liam, Lucas, Jack, and Ethan.

The trend reflects Toronto’s cultural diversity. Urban naming choices are changing fast. Religious names are gaining wider acceptance. Local communities shape baby name popularity.