Most popular baby names of 2023 revealed 👶

Lots of names have gained popularity over the last 12 months

Author: Alex RossPublished 13th Dec 2023
Last updated 13th Dec 2023

After the top baby names predicted to become popular over the next decade were unveiled at the start of the year, figures have now been released for the most popular names of 2023 so, and there's been some change!

In research conducted by BabyCentre, their findings show the name Olivia has hit the top spot, with Muhammad topping the boys' list. Names such as Sophia, Ivy and Willow have also made the Top 10, as well as Theo, George, and Jack.

What are the most popular baby names of 2023:

The Top 20 baby boy names of 2024

1) Noah

2) Muhammad

3) George

4) Oliver

5) Leo

6) Arthur

7) Oscar

8) Theodore

9) Theo

10) Freddie

11) Archie

12) Luca

13) Henry

14) Jack

15) Harry

16) Charlie

17) Alfie

18) Arlo

19) Thomas

20) Teddy

The Top 20 baby girl names of 2024...

1) Olivia

2) Amelia

3) Isla

4) Ava

5) Lily

6) Ivy

7) Freya

8) Florence

9) Isabella

10) Mia

11) Willow

12) Sienna

13) Poppy

14) Sophia

15) Elsie

16) Rosie

17) Grace

18) Millie

19) Emily

20) Sofia

New research also shows that Royal names such as Harry, Charles and William have all dropped in popularity, whilst TV shows, musicians and films have had an impact on name choices over the last 12 months.

Did your child's name make the list?

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