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California's most popular baby names in 2025

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A table lists the 10 most popular California baby names in 2025 for boys and girls. Liam ranks first for boys, followed by Noah and Oliver. Olivia leads girlsâ names, followed by Mia and Sophia.

Most popular California baby names, 2025

Data: Social Security Administration; Chart: Kate Murphy/Axios

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SDFC's $24 million player payroll is top 5 in MLS

A bar chart that compares 2026 MLS team guaranteed compensation as of April 16. Inter Miami leads at $54.6 million, far ahead of LAFC at $32.6 million. Atlanta United ranks third at $27.9 million. Among the 10 teams shown, Chicago Fire is lowest at $21.7 million.

Total guaranteed compensation, by MLS team

Data: MLS Players Association; Note: List includes the 10 teams spending the most on compensation. Guaranteed compensation includes a player's base salary, agent's fees, and all signing, marketing and guaranteed bonuses annualized over the term of the player's contract, including option years. Chart: Adam Tamburin/Axios

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