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Babies' First Names 2022

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Babies' First Names 2022

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Last update: 30 March 2023
Next update: 28 March 2024
Frequency: Annual                                

The most popular first names given to babies whose births were registered in Scotland in 2022 (publication formerly known as Popular Forenames).

Main Points

  • Olivia was the most popular first forename for girls whose births were registered in 2022.
  • Noah was the most popular first forename for boys whose births were registered in 2022.
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News Release
(30 March 2023)

 

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Trends in baby names

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Methodology
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Full List 1974 - 2022
(CSV)

Historic Babies' Names 1935 - 1973 are available here.

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