What’s in a name?
Amelia Latin origin, meaning “Industrious” or “Admiring”
Olivia Latin origin, female version of Oliver, meaning “Olive tree”
Lily Latin origin, meaning “Blossoming flower”
Jessica Hebrew origin, meaning “God beholds”
Emily Latin origin, meaning “Admiring”
Jack
English origin, meaning “God is gracious and merciful”
Alfie Old English origin, meaning “Ready for battle” or “Noble". A variation of Alfred.
Thomas Greek origin, meaning “Twin”
Favourite names
The top ten baby names in England and Wales are:-
Girls: 1. Amelia 2. Olivia 3. Lily 4. Jessica 5. Emily 6. Sophie 7. Ruby 8. Grace 9. Ava 10. Isabella
Boys: 1. Harry
2. Oliver 3. Jack 4. Alfie 5. Charlie 6. Thomas 7. Jacob 8. James 9. Joshua 10. William
Source: Office of National Statistics 2011 names. Small Steps 5
Have you ever wondered what your baby’s name might mean? Here are the origins and meanings of some of the most popular names:
Harry German origin, meaning “Warrior” or “Home ruler”
Oliver Latin origin, meaning “Olive tree”
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