Babies' First Names 2022

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.

	Report (PDF 584 KB)		Interactive chart
	News Release (30 March 2023)		Summary Tables (Excel    CSV)
	Trends in baby names (PDF 192 KB)		Full List 2022
	Methodology (PDF 166 KB)		Full List 1974 - 2022 (CSV)

Historic Babies' Names 1935 - 1973 are available here.

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Lead Statistician: Julie Ramsay