If you are expecting, you should be aware that there are some baby names that are banned here in Massachusetts. That's right, nearly a dozen baby names are illegal. The list below includes the illegal names. In all honesty, you probably wouldn't think of these names for your bundle of joy, but then again, stranger things have happened.

Naming a Massachusetts Baby Any of These 11 Names is Illegal

There are some names that won't fly in Massachusetts so choose wisely.

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If you planned on naming your child any of these names, you're going to want to have a plan B. These won't fly in the  Bay State, whether it's Boston, Worcester, Springfield, or anywhere in between. Using any of these names for your child in Massachusetts is illegal, not to mention downright embarrassing for some.

There is also a bigger list of baby names that are illegal around the world, you can check out that list below.

LOOK: Baby names that are illegal around the world

Stacker scoured hundreds of baby name databases and news releases to curate a list of baby names that are illegal somewhere in the world, along with explanations for why they’re banned.

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If you are looking for baby name ideas and like to be a little less mainstream, you can check out these unique baby names, as one or more of these may suit your fancy.

LOOK: Unique baby names from the year you were born

Stacker highlighted one of the least-used baby names from each year between 1950 and 2022, using data from the Social Security Administration.

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Even though these names are losing popularity, there may be some gems in here that you like. Don't let the trends scare you out of a name that you love.

LOOK: Baby names losing popularity in the 21st century

Stacker took a look at the names losing popularity in the 21st century, using data from the Social Security Administration.

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