LONDON: Muhammad has been ranked the most popular baby name for boys in England and Wales for the third consecutive year, according to the latest official birth name statistics.

The name maintained its position at the top of the rankings, reflecting its continued popularity among families across England and Wales. Noah secured second place, while Oliver remained among the country's most popular names for newborn boys.


The latest figures also show that several traditional and modern names continued to perform strongly, highlighting evolving naming trends alongside enduring favorites.

Officials noted that different spellings of the name—such as Mohammed, Mohammad, and Muhammed—are recorded separately in the statistics, meaning each variation is counted as an individual name.

The annual baby name rankings are compiled from birth registrations and provide an overview of naming trends across England and Wales.