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These are predicted to be the most popular baby names of 2018

Published 14:20 6 Apr 2018 BST

Keeley Ryan
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Finding that perfect name for your little one can be a challenge.

Especially since, once you've settled on the magical  moniker, there's always the worry that it will end up going out of fashion - and quickly. The folks at Names.org have tried to make it a little easier to find a lovely name for your little one, by putting together a list of what they think will be the most popular names in 2018.   The list includes everything from the classics to the more unique monikers, so it's sure to provide some brilliant inspiration. According to Names.org, Olivia, Emma and Ava are going to be the top three girl's names for the year. Meanwhile, Evelyn, Amelia and Harper all saw an uptick over the last few years and cracked the top 10 predictions this year. Noah and Liam stayed in the top spots for boys, with rises for Oliver, Elijah and Benjamin. But there's a few wild cards in the mix, with the site saying Luna, Adeline and Mila could make the top list for girls; and Leonardo, Lincoln and Theodore for the boys. Here is the full list of names Names.org are saying will be the most popular for 2018. Girls:
  1. Olivia
  2. Emma
  3. Ava
  4. Charlotte
  5. Mia
  6. Sophia
  7. Isabella
  8. Harper
  9. Amelia
  10. Evelyn
Boys:
  1. Noah
  2. Liam
  3. Benjamin
  4. Oliver
  5. William
  6. James
  7. Elijah
  8. Lucas
  9. Mason
  10. Michael

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