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A Knicks-Inspired Baby-Naming Boom Is Coming After Championship Win, Experts Say

A Knicks-Inspired Baby-Naming Boom Is Coming After Championship Win, Experts Say
New York Times Monday 15 June 2026, 22:35 UTC By Ashley Southall 1 min read
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“Jalen” is already a popular baby name, but Knicks-loving parents may turn to it even more now that Jalen Brunson led the team to an N.B.A. championship, experts say.

“Jalen” is already a popular baby name, but Knicks-loving parents may turn to it even more now that Jalen Brunson led the team to an N.B.A. championship, experts say.
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