Muhammad Most Popular Baby Name in England and Wales in 2023
Muhammad Tops the Charts for Baby Boys: The latest data from the United Kingdom’s Department of Statistics has revealed that Muhammad is now the Most Popular Baby Name in England for newborn boys in England and Wales. In 2023, over 4,600 babies were registered with this name, marking a historic milestone. Muhammad had previously been the second-most popular name in 2022, solidifying its position as a consistent favorite.
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— BBC News (UK) (@BBCNews) December 5, 2024
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported that Noah, which once topped the charts, has now taken the second spot. This shift highlights evolving naming trends influenced by cultural diversity and societal changes.
A Growing Trend Over the Years
Muhammad’s rise to the top has been gradual yet consistent, with the name ranking among the top 10 choices for baby boys since 2016. The dataset also revealed that alternative spellings of the name—such as Mohammed and Mohammad—have made it to the top 100 list. The ONS clarified that each variation is considered a separate entry, further underscoring the widespread popularity of the name.
In contrast, traditional names like Victoria, Harry, William, and Charlotte are witnessing a decline in popularity. Similarly, names such as Elizabeth and Charles no longer appear to resonate with young parents.
Popular Names for Girls
For newborn girls, Olivia retained its top spot, followed by Amelia and Isla, continuing a trend that has remained unchanged for three consecutive years. Other popular choices included Lily, Freya, Ava, Ivy, Florence, Willow, and Isabella.
The ONS also highlighted new entrants to the top 100 list, such as Hazel, Lilah, Autumn, Nevaeh, and Raya for girls, alongside Jax, Enzo, and Bodhi for boys.
Pop Culture and Seasonal Influences
The dataset revealed that names influenced by pop culture have gained significant traction. Celebrity-inspired names like Billie (Eilish), Lana (Del Rey), and Reign (from the Kardashian-Jenner family) made an impact, alongside film-inspired names such as Margot (Robbie) and Cillian (Murphy).
Seasonal trends also played a role in naming choices, with names like Holly, Robyn, and Joseph becoming popular during December, and Summer and Autumn reflecting their respective seasons.
Interestingly, the statistical office noted that baby girl names exhibit far more diversity than those for boys. While the pool of unique names for girls exceeds 35,000, the corresponding number for boys, including variations of the same name, stands at 29,560.
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