In contrast to the top 10 girls names there were no new entries in the top 10 boys names across England and Wales.

Most popular names wales. Popular Names in England and Wales 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 Home Popular Names. Loved king fair beauty gwyn star old version love born blessed lake son warrior light snow strong bright little wolf wales valley maiden gracious male white pure friend leader gift one english river flower derived queen hill celtic goddess welsh. The top baby names for the last year in Wales have been announced.

But which Welsh baby names are popular for Welsh parents. Steffan Rhys Senior Editor. In England alone this list is largely the same but its the new names to Wales that has me especially fascinated.

Arthur continued its recent rise now at its highest position since records began in 1904 as the fourth most popular boys name in the combined ranking some 11. The most popular pub names in Wales. Oliver remained the most popular name for boys in Wales in 2019 and Olivia once again topped the list for girls.

Rhys has been used consistently since the middle ages as a strong Welsh favourite. In a study conducted in August 2013 by the Office for National Statistics UK the names Harry for boys and Amelia for girls were the most popular first names that were given to babies in. Dylan Thomas 1914-1953 brought the name into popular usage.

The are many Welsh names that have become staples in the English-speaking world like Owen Megan and Dylan. Evan - Standard anglicised form of Ieuan via Iefan and Ifan. The end of battle.

Common Themes in Names with Welsh Origins This word cloud was created using some of the most common words used in the meanings of names with Welsh origins. We will give you some of the most popular Welsh names for baby girls and boys. The most popular surnames in Wales.