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Muhammad overtakes Noah as most popular boy's name

SUMMARY

Muhammad has become the most popular name for baby boys in England and Wales, surpassing Noah in 2023, with over 4,600 registrations. It has maintained a position in the top 10 since 2016. Variations of the name, such as Mohammed and Mohammad, also made the top 100 list but are counted as separate names. For baby girls, Olivia remains the top name, followed by Amelia and Isla.

Hyphenated names for girls rose significantly in popularity. New entries to the top 100 for girls include Lilah and Hazel, while Jax and Enzo are new for boys. Pop culture continues to impact naming trends, as seen with names like Sunday and Wednesday gaining traction. Royal names are declining in popularity.


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