UNITED KINGDOM, 17 November 2023 – This study has analysed official government statistics to create a unique historical ranking
Companion Stairlifts has published the results of a study that has revealed the most popular names for males and females since 1904 and created searchable databases for anyone to discover how popular their name is. The results are fascinating and great fun when comparing the popularity of names across different generations.
The study revealed:
- James is the most popular boy’s name since 1904
- Elizabeth is the most popular girl’s name since 1904
- Myles is the least popular boy’s name since 1904
- Sybil is the least popular girl’s name since 1904
- Jack is the most popular boy’s name of the last 25 years
- Emily is the most popular girl’s name of the last 25 years
The most popular boys’ names since the 1900s are:
- James
- Thomas
- William
- David
- George
The most popular girls’ names since the 1900s are:
- Elizabeth
- Sarah
- Mary
- Catherine
- Margaret
To view the comprehensive analysis and findings in further detail, read through the full article here: https://www.companionstairlifts.co.uk/news/first-name-popularity-index-what-are-the-most-popular-names
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