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The international baby names arriving on American birth certificates
Maria Chen
Maria Chen
Reporter · Decatur, IL
With a degree in Community Development from the University of Illinois, Maria has dedicated her 4 years of reporting to local grassroots movements and community engagement. Previously at the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette, she brings a deep knowledge of local cultures and neighborhoods.
More from Maria →Reporter · Friday, November 13, 2026 at 7:30 PM · 1 min read
ThatsThem reports that American baby names are increasingly influenced by international origins, with names like Kasai and Alara rising rapidly as traditions fade.
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Local news from Decatur Current
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Decatur, Illinois
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Community
Published
Friday, November 13, 2026
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