If you are feeling overwhelmed by choice and need some inspiration, Nameberry has revealed the top baby names that have worldwide appeal. The baby naming website collated data from countries across the globe, including New Zealand, Turkey, Monaco and the Netherlands, to reveal the most favoured international names. Listed are the 20 most popular choices for baby boys and girls’ in the world. Did your favourite make the cut?
5. Louis / Isla
Boy: Top 10 in Flanders (alongside Louise for girls) and Monaco, and Luis was top 10 in Albania. Girl: Top 10 in New Zealand and Scotland. Photo: Shutterstock
6. Liam / Victoria
Boy: Top 10 in Flanders and the Netherlands, and related William was top 10 in New Zealand. Girl: Top 10 in Monaco, and the Viktoria spelling was the top name in Bulgaria. Photo: Shutterstock
7. Jack / Charlotte
Boy: Top 10 in New Zealand and Scotland, and top 40 in the Netherlands. Girl: Top 10 in Monaco, New Zealand and Scotland. Photo: WPA Pool
8. Oliver / Emma
Boy: Top 10 in New Zealand and Scotland, and Olivier featured in the Dutch top 40. Girl: Top 10 in Flanders and the Netherlands, and top 30 in Scotland. Photo: Shutterstock