Oliver and Lily were the most popular baby names chosen in Hertfordshire this year, according to the county council.
Data supplied by the council shows that 8,188 births have been registered in the county so far this year (2024).
The most popular name given to baby boys this year has been Oliver, followed by George in second place and Muhammad in third.
For girls, the most popular name has been Lily, with Olivia in second place and Sophia in third.
The data also reveals a steady year-on-year decline in the number of babies being born in the county in recent years.
In 2014, council data shows that 11,166 births were registered in Hertfordshire. By last year (2023), the number of births had decreased to 8,514, representing a 23% decline.
Commenting on the new arrivals, a spokesperson for the county council said:
“Thousands of births this year have been registered across the county.
“And we hope that babies, parents, and guardians enjoy their first festive season together before welcoming a safe and happy 2025.”
Deborah is a Local Democracy Reporter covering news across Hertfordshire, with a strong focus on councils, local government and public policy. Her reporting includes county council decisions, council tax, spending pressures, legal and regulatory issues, healthcare stories including junior doctors, and community projects affecting local residents.
