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Muhammad is top baby boy name in the UK
SUMMARY
Muhammad has become the top baby name for boys in 2023, surpassing Noah, which fell to second place. Oliver ranks third. Olivia remains the most popular name for girls for the eighth consecutive year, followed by Amelia and Isla.
The ONS reported 4,661 Muhammads were born in England and Wales this year, a rise from 4,177 in 2022, while Noah births decreased to 4,382.
This is the first year a single spelling of Muhammad tops the list. Arabic in origin, it signifies "praiseworthy."
Pop culture influences baby names, with Kardashian-inspired names gaining popularity. Seasonal names also trend differently throughout the year.
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