Most Popular Baby Names in England and Wales 2024
London – The definitive list of the most popular baby names in England and Wales for 2024 has been revealed, with Muhammad and Olivia continuing their reign as the top choices for boys and girls respectively.
Data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), based on birth registrations in 2024, shows a blend of steadfast favourites, vintage revivals, and new high-climbers capturing the imagination of parents across the nations.
Top Boys’ and Girls’ Names 2024 (Bar Chart)
Bar chart showing the top 10 boys’ and girls’ names in England and Wales (2024)
📊 Note: Muhammad (5,721) and Olivia (2,761) lead in popularity.
Top 10 Boys’ Names in England & Wales – 2024
| Rank | Name | Count | Change Since 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Muhammad | 5,721 | 0 |
| 2 | Noah | 4,139 | 0 |
| 3 | Oliver | 3,492 | 0 |
| 4 | Arthur | 3,368 | +2 |
| 5 | Leo | 3,324 | 0 |
| 6 | George | 3,257 | -2 |
| 7 | Luca | 2,814 | 0 |
| 8 | Theodore | 2,761 | 0 |
| 9 | Oscar | 2,747 | 0 |
| 10 | Archie | 2,575 | +3 |
Top 10 Girls’ Names in England & Wales – 2024
| Rank | Name | Count | Change Since 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Olivia | 2,761 | 0 |
| 2 | Amelia | 2,448 | 0 |
| 3 | Lily | 2,185 | +1 |
| 4 | Isla | 2,056 | -1 |
| 5 | Ivy | 1,956 | +2 |
| 6 | Florence | 1,936 | +2 |
| 7 | Freya | 1,929 | -2 |
| 8 | Poppy | 1,888 | +3 |
| 9 | Ava | 1,774 | -3 |
| 10 | Elsie | 1,727 | +4 |
Rising Names Over the Decade (Line Chart)
Line chart showing meteoric rises of names like Maeve, Margot, and Theodore since 2014
Top New Entries and Big Climbers – 2024 Highlights
- Boys:
- Yahya (+33 to 93)
- Vinnie, Austin, Nathan (New entries)
- Girls:
- Eloise, Nora, Myla, Rosa, Athena, Sara (New entries)
- Maeve: +630 places since 2014
- Margot: +387 since 2014
Top 5 Names in England vs. Wales – 2024 Comparison
| Rank (Eng) | Boys’ Name | Rank (Wales) | Rank (Eng) | Girls’ Name | Rank (Wales) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Muhammad | 57 | 1 | Olivia | 1 | |
| 2 | Noah | 1 | 2 | Amelia | 2 | |
| 3 | Oliver | 3 | 3 | Lily | 10 | |
| 4 | Arthur | 4 | 4 | Isla | 3 | |
| 5 | Leo | 7 | 5 | Ivy | 6 |
Summary Graphic: England vs. Wales Top Name Trends
Side-by-side bubble chart comparing top names in England and Wales for boys and girls
As tastes evolve, the annual list reflects a society that honours tradition while embracing the new. While some names like Jack and Jessica, once titans of the top 10, continue to slide, the class of 2024 reflects a rich and varied tapestry of baby naming trends — blending cultural influences, media trends, and classic charm.