Most popular names for Highland babies revealed

ISLA and Jack were the two most popular names for baby boys and girls born in the Highlands during 2014, according to newly-released figures.

The annual list of names registered throughout the year was disclosed by the National Records of Scotland which highlighted the top 10 for each council area.

Over the last 12 months, 21 babies were named Jack, making it the most popular boy’s name in the Highlands, with Oliver second (19) and James third (18).

Meanwhile, Isla was the most popular choice for girls as it was given to 25 babies with Emily second (22) and Amelia and Ava joint third (16).

Boys

1 Jack 21

2 Oliver 19

3 James 18

4= Finlay 17

4= Oscar 17

6 Harris 16

7= Archie 15

7= Lewis 15

7= Noah 15

10 Logan 14

Girls

1 Isla 25

2 Emily 22

3 Amelia 16

3= Ava 16

5 Sophie 15

6 Lucy 14

7 Ella 13

8= Eilidh 12

8= Lily 12

10= Anna 11

10= Ellie 11

10= Grace 11

10= Jessica 11

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