The UK Deed Poll Office

Top Ten Boy and Girl Names

The trends in baby names have changed many times over the decades but many parents still choose popular more traditional names for their children. However there is a growing trend amongst parents who opt for more unusual names, such names may have a celebrity influence or may display the parents personality and creative side.

We have gathered together the top 10 names for boys and girls in England and Wales. You may be surprised to see that many 'traditional' names still feature highly on these lists:

The Top 10 Boys Names

1. JACK
2. OLIVER
3. THOMAS
4. HARRY
5. JOSHUA
6. ALFIE
7. CHARLIE
8. DANIEL
9. JAMES
10. WILLIAM

The Top 10 Girls Names

1. OLIVIA
2. RUBY
3. EMILY
4. GRACE
5. JESSICA
6. CHLOE
7. SOPHIE
8. LILY
9. AMELIA
10. EVIE

Changing your child's forename is easy, you simply need to complete the Child order form on our website.

Related Pages:

• Can I change my birth certificate?
• Can I change my child's name?
• What is the Deed Poll process?

Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS)

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