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Cork Beo on MSN.com · 28m

Irish baby name with sweet meaning only given to two kids in 2024

The name 'Ríochnach' - derriving from 'rígan', the Old Irish word for 'queen' - was only given to two kids in 2024. It carries with it a sense of elegance and culture for those who want something a little out of the ordinary.
WFXR on MSN.com · 3d

VDH released the top baby names of 2024 in the Commonwealth: Did your baby’s name make the list?

The Office of Vital Records (OVR), and the Virginia Health Department of Health (VDH), released its list of top 15 baby names of 2024 born in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
NBC Los Angeles · 2d

New Zealand banned 71 baby names in 2024 … including some inspired by cannabis

According to an Official Information Act inquiry, almost 60,000 babies were born in New Zealand last year. The Department of Internal Affairs reviews all proposed names for those new babies. In all, 71 were rejected.
WAVY.com on MSN.com · 3d

Top baby names in Virginia continue their reign into 2024

The top baby names for boys and girls in Virginia continued their reign into 2024, according to new data from the Virginia Department of Health. The VDH recently released the top baby names for 2024 in the Commonwealth.
Newsweek on MSN.com · 1d

Map Shows Rarest Baby Names in Each State

Whether driven by cultural heritage, pop culture, or a desire for originality, the rarest baby names in each state paint a picture of American diversity. While names like Liam and Olivia continue to dominate nationwide charts, these rare names reflect the unique stories and preferences of families across the United States.
Chicago Parent · 1d

Top Baby Names Illinois Parents Adore Right Now

Olivia and Liam top U.S. baby names again—see how Illinois families are sticking with Olivia and Noah in 2023.
Icon for www.msn.comThe Progress-Index on MSN.com · 4d

Virginia reports more babies born in 2024 named 'Liam' or 'Charlotte.' It's a years-long trend

In its annual release of birth data, the Virginia Department of Health reveals the most common birthdays, birth months and if Mom or Dad share the day
SunLive · 4d

Baby names declined in 2024

Strains of cannabis, royal titles, and religious terms have made up 2024’s list of declined baby names. An Official Information Act request shows Te Tari Taiwhenua Internal Affairs registered almost 60,000 births.
Netmums · 7d

The most popular baby boy names for over 100 years – is your child's name on the list?

Popular baby names have varied over the past century, influenced by cultural shifts, celebrity trends, and societal changes
Newstalk ZB · 4d

New Zealand’s declined baby names of 2024 revealed

Strains of cannabis, royal titles, and religious terms have made up 2024’s list of declined baby names. An Official Information Act request shows Te Tari Taiwhenua Internal Affairs registered almost 60,000 births.
The Mirror · 1d

'I'm a baby name consultant – these names are so rare they're going extinct'

A baby name consultant has shared the girls' names that have been used five times in the past year, putting them on the brink of extinction and making them 'rare' choices
Discover Moose Jaw · 12d

Name drop: Saskatchewan’s 2024 most popular baby names revealed

There’s been a shakeup in the world of baby names in Saskatchewan. After nine years at the top, Olivia has finally been dethroned. Sophia takes over as the most popular name for girls in 2024, while Olivia settles into second place.
US Weekly on MSN.com · 7h

ASAP Rocky Confirms Baby Number 3 With Pregnant Rihanna Will Have Name Starting With ‘R’

Rocky confirms baby number 3 with pregnant Rihanna will have a name starting with 'R' joining siblings RZA and Riot
news.com.au · 3d

‘Offensive’ baby name rejected for having explicit slang definition

Officials have issued a warning to parents after rejecting an “offensive” baby name over its sexually explicit slang meaning.
Glasgow Live on MSN.com · 1d

Rare baby names that are 'close to extinction', according to expert

For girls, the rarest names comprised a blend of unconventional monikers and traditional ones that have lost popularity in recent years.
Icon for www.wric.comWRIC · 5d

VDH released the top baby names of 2024 in the Commonwealth: Did your babies name make the list?

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The Office of Vital Records (OVR), and the Virginia Health Department of Health (VDH), released its list of top 15 baby names of 2024 born in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Icon for www.today.comToday · 2d

New Zealand banned 71 baby names in 2024 ... including some inspired by cannabis

The name King reigns once more — as the top banned baby name in New Zealand ... With 11 naming requests from parents in 2024, King successfully reclaimed the throne. Prince was close behind ...
Icon for www.nbcnewyork.comNBC New York · 3d

New Zealand banned 71 baby names in 2024 … including some inspired by cannabis

The name King reigns once more — as the top banned baby name in New Zealand ... With 11 naming requests from parents in 2024, King successfully reclaimed the throne. Prince was close behind ...
Icon for www.nbcdfw.comNBC DFW · 2d

New Zealand banned 71 baby names in 2024 … including some inspired by cannabis

Get top local stories delivered to you every morning with NBC DFW's News Headlines newsletter. The country has several requirements for a baby name ... from parents in 2024, King successfully ...
PanARMENIAN.Net · 2d

Nare, Davit remain Armenia’s most popular baby names

PanARMENIAN.Net - For the tenth year in a row, the names Davit and Nare have topped the list of the most commonly given baby names in Armenia, according to data published by the Statistical Committee of the Republic of Armenia.
Icon for nypost.comNew York Post · 7d

These popular baby names are too ‘ugly, old-fashioned, weird,’ grandparents say

The research analyzed how involved grandparents were in the process of the baby name decision and whether or not they liked the name chosen for their new grandkid. The top names hated by ...
Icon for www.heart.co.ukHeart · 7d

America’s 'rarest' baby names revealed – the full list of 51 unusual picks

Choosing a name for your newborn baby is a tricky task and one many parents mull over from the day they discover they're expecting. The most popular monikers haven't changed much over the last ...
Belfast Telegraph · 23d

Northern Ireland’s most popular baby names revealed

Movies, TV series and celebrities appear to be influencing some Northern Ireland parents’ choice of baby names.
Icon for www.cjme.com980 CJME · 16d

Henry and Sophia were the most popular Sask. baby names in 2024

Henry jumped from 18th place to the top spot in 2024, bumping the ever-popular Oliver down to second. On the girls’ side, Sophia bumped Olivia out of the top spot after nine years.
Icon for www.irishcentral.comIrish Central · 23d

Northern Ireland's most popular names for babies born in 2024 revealed

James and Grace were the most popular names given to babies in Northern Ireland for births registered in 2024, the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (NISRA) reported on Wednesday ...
SwiftCurrentOnline · 14d

eHealth Sask. reveals top baby names of 2024

Local parents-to-be, Saskatchewan residents, and more can peruse the list of 2024's most popular baby names that was released on Tuesday by eHealth Saskatchewan. According to eHealth Saskatchewan, Henry and Sophia were the number one most common names for Saskatchewan babies born in 2024.
Belfast Live · 18d

20 of the less common baby names in Northern Ireland in 2024

The less common first names given to babies in Northern Ireland in 2024 have been revealed. The Baby Names 2024 statistics were published earlier this week by the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (NISRA). Firstly, James and Grace were the most popular first names given to babies in NI for births registered in 2024.
Icon for www.irishnews.comThe Irish News · 23d

James and Grace were the most popular first names given to babies in Northern Ireland

Within the boys’ top 100, the highest climbers in popularity between 2023 and 2024 were Austin, Rossa, Callum, and Joseph. Less common names given to baby boys in 2024 were Royce, Bentley ...
Icon for www.telegraph.co.ukThe Daily Telegraph · 23d

Baby names: How popular is your name? Use our tool to find out

The most popular names for babies in 2022 have been revealed, with Noah and Olivia topping the list again in England and Wales. Noah held the top spot for the second year in a row, while Olivia ...
CBC.ca on MSN.com · 15d

Sophia ends Olivia's 9-year run as most popular female baby name in Sask.

Meanwhile, Sophia overtook Olivia for first place, knocking that name off the throne after nine years. Charlotte, which was trending at the end of 2024, has risen to third, and Isla now claims fourth place, moving Ellie down to fifth.
Icon for nypost.comNew York Post · 26d

Of all the ‘weird’ celebrity baby names, this one leaves the worst taste in parents’ mouths

This name is not the apple of parents’ eyes. Expectant parents are not fond of “weird” celebrity baby names — and the most rotten of the bunch is Apple, the name Gwyneth Paltrow gave her ...
7NEWS Australia · Apr 2, 2025

Australia’s most popular baby names of 2024 revealed

Australia’s top baby names have been announced — with Oliver showing no sign of slowing down in popularity, taking out the top spot for boys for the 12th year in a row. Research company McCrindle has compiled the national top 10 baby names for boys and girls after analysing the top names from each state and territory in 2024.
Icon for www.bbc.comBBC · Mar 30, 2025

OIiver and Lili top 2024 baby names on Isle of Man

Oliver and Lili topped the most popular choices on the island in 2024 Oliver and Lili were the most popular baby names on the Isle of Man in 2024, new data has shown. The central registry figures ...
Icon for www.thestar.com.myThe Star · Dec 6, 2024

Muhammad most popular baby boy name in England, Wales in 2023

LONDON: Muhammad became the top choice for parents naming their baby boys in England and Wales last year, with more than 4,600 boys registered with the name, Anadolu Agency (AA) reported ...
Icon for www.stylist.co.ukStylist · Dec 6, 2023

Unique baby names that are going to be big in 2024

Then you’ll want to check out these baby names that will help your ... Of course, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with opting for names that tend to top the mainstream popularity charts ...
Icon for www.today.comToday · Apr 5, 2024

255 old-fashioned baby names that are ready for a refresh

Classic names are pretty mainstream. According to the Social Security Administration’s “Top 10 Most Popular Baby Names” in 2023, Emma, Charlotte, Olivia, Amelia, Isabella and Evelyn led the ...