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The Enduring popularity of some names has remained over the last decade.
Five of the top 10 most popular boys’ names were in the top 10 in 2003: Oliver (1 in 2013), Jack (2), Thomas (6), William (8) and James (9). Making up the top 10 boys for 2013 are: Harry (3), Jacob (4), Charlie (5), Oscar (7) and George (10).
In 2013, four of the top 10 most popular girls’ names were in the top 10 in 2003: Olivia (2), Emily (3), Jessica (6) and Sophie (9). Making up the top 10 for 2013 are: Amelia (1), Ava (4), Isla (5), Poppy (7), Isabella (8), Mia (10).