Most popular baby names 2017
Traditional and royal-inspired names have topped the list of popular baby names in 2017.
The top 100 baby names list released by the NSW Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages (BDM) revealed that Oliver is the most popular name in NSW for newborn boys, while Charlotte has returned to the top spot for girls.
Newcomers to the top 10 lists are Henry, Zoe and Ella, replacing Leo, Emily and Ruby. Henry is the biggest mover on the list, finishing fifth, up from 18th in 2016.
Top 20 baby names of 2017
Position | Boys | Girls |
---|---|---|
1 | Oliver | Charlotte |
2 | William | Olivia |
3 | Noah | Ava |
4 | Jack | Amelia |
5 | Henry | Mia |
6 | James | Isla |
7 | Thomas | Chloe |
8 | Lucas | Zoe |
9 | Ethan | Ella |
10 | Alexander | Grace |
11 | Liam | Isabella |
12 | Lachlan | Sophie |
13 | Leo | Harper |
14 | Harrison | Emily |
15 | Samuel | Ruby |
16 | Isaac | Sophia |
17 | Jacob | Evie |
18 | Hunter | Ivy |
19 | Mason | Evelyn |
20 | Charlie | Sienna |