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Coverage dated October 20, 2026

Jalen Brunson’s Knicks heroics inspired a New York baby name boom

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Following the Knicks' first championship in 53 years, New Yorkers have been inspired to name their newborns after one of the title team's heroes.

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  1. The City

    The Knicks’ Championship Rings Are Finally Here. So Is a ‘Jalen’ Baby Name Boom in NYC. (opens The City)

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    When the New York Knicks took home the NBA championship title for the first time in 53 years this summer, fans joked that a Knicks-inspired baby name trend may be nigh. Would someone name their newborn daughter “Anna Nobey” after forward OG Anunoby, who famously tipped in a game-winning shot to comp…

  2. New York Post

    Jalen Brunson’s Knicks heroics inspired a New York baby name boom (opens New York Post)

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    Following the Knicks' first championship in 53 years, New Yorkers have been inspired to name their newborns after one of the title team's heroes.