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 2023


1) Muhammad


2) Noah


3) Theo


4) Leo


5) Oliver


6) Arthur


7) George


8) Luca


9) Freddie


10) Jack


11) Ethan


12) Charlie


13) Henry


14) Oscar


15) Jude


16) Alfie


17) Archie


18) Lucas


19) Liam


20) Arlo


The Top 20 baby girl names of 2023...


1) Olivia


2) Amelia


3) Isla


4) Lily


5) Ava


6) Freya


7) Ivy


8) Sophia


9) Grace


10) Willow


11) Mia


12) Isabella


13) Daisy


14) Elsie


15) Evie


16) Florence


17) Ella


18) Emily


19) Evelyn


20) Luna


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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