Choosing a name for your baby is really exciting – it can also feel like a huge decision that you’re terrified of getting wrong! Never fear: we bring you the very latest news, trends and inspiration in Baby Names 2024.

– We’ve picked thousands to choose from, including the UK’s favourites (spoiler alert: we’re still big fans of Oliver and Olivia) and strangest choices (welcome to babies Kurrency, Early and Boomer).

– Inspiration from the world of television and film (Eleven, Millie, Otis and Maeve).

– Practical tips on choosing a name and dealing with family expectations (and other people’s opinions.

– Predictions on next year’s hottest names: think those popular a century ago (Arthur, William, Margaret and Joan), and names of strength (Jet, Mars, Onyx and Steele)

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