This beautiful Irish boy’s name has stood the test of time
There’s no denying that it’s a lovely name Names derived from Irish folklore are always going to be favourites with expectant parents. Giving a newborn a name that gives a nod to their heritage is a beautiful way to honour their birthplace and homeland. It is no surprise that, as naming trends come and go, […]
1 year ago
Three areas in Ireland record higher death rates than birth rates
The highest number of deaths happened in and around Dublin. Newly released data has revealed that three areas in Ireland recorded higher death rates than birth rates in 2021. The Central Statistics Office (CSO) released stats on Births and Deaths at Local Electoral Areas 2021. The data shows that just three Local Electoral Areas, Belmullet, […]
2 years ago
These Irish baby names were the fastest risers in Ireland last year
Parents in Ireland are falling in love with names of Irish origin For years, girl names like Grace and Emily, and boys names, like James and Jack, have always been popular with expectant parents. Therefore it’s no surprise that from 2022 to 2023, these monikers remained the highest on the Top 100 lists, according to […]
2 years ago
House prices increased by over 15% in the last year
Residential property prices are skyrocketing. The cost of housing continues to skyrocket across the country, as residential property prices have increased by 15.2% in the 12 months up to March 2022. The new figures were released by the Central Statistics Office (CSO) as part of the latest Residential Property Price Index on Monday, May 16th. […]
4 years ago
These were the top names for babies born in Ireland in 2021
No shock with the boys’ names. The Central Statistics Office has officially revealed the top Irish Baby Names for 2021, and there’s a few non-movers from last year. Like the years gone by, Jack is yet again the most popular boys’ name, with it taking the number one spot every year since 2007, excluding 2016. […]
4 years ago
The most popular baby names in Ireland have been released in Statistical Yearbook 2021
Emily was beaten as the most popular name for a baby girl for the first time since 2011. The Central Statistics Office’s Statistical Yearbook of Ireland 2021 has been released, providing a comprehensive picture of Ireland today. This includes a general overview of business, economy and travel, as well as people, society, and life events […]
5 years ago