Babies' First Names 2021

Last update: 7 April 2022
Next update: TBC
Frequency: Annual                                

The most popular first names given to babies whose births were registered in Scotland in 2021 (publication formerly known as Popular Forenames).

Main Points

• Olivia was the most popular first forename for girls whose births were registered in 2021.
• Jack was the most popular first forename for boys whose births were registered in 2021.

	Report (PDF 405 KB)		Interactive chart
	News Release (7 April 2022)		Summary Tables (Excel    CSV)
	Trends in baby names (PDF 591 KB)		Full List 2021 (Excel    CSV)
	Methodology (PDF 166 KB)		Full List 1974 - 2021 (CSV)
	Metadata (PDF 86 KB)

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