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Scottish Sun
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
The two ‘normal' baby names that your child will grow up to HATE and legally change, they may surprise you
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) PICKING a name for your little one can feel like an impossible task during pregnancy. You want to make sure you choose something fairly unique, but not so out there that your child gets picked on. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 The 'normal' baby names people hate and legally change have been revealed Credit: Getty Some people opt to name their baby after a family member, whilst others take inspiration from a favourite book, celebrity or film character. And your kid is stuck with this decision for life, so it's important you get it right. Unless, that is, they decide they hate the name so much that they legally change it when they hit adulthood. New analysis of more than 14,000 name changes through Deed Poll has revealed the first names Brits have fallen out of love with – and the new ones they are embracing. It turns out men named James are most likely to seek a rebrand, with more guys ditching this name than any other in the past five years. Elizabeth is the UK's second most commonly changed given name, with Michael, Susan, and Andrew following closely behind. The analysis, which is the largest study of Deed Poll data of all time, was conducted by name label manufacturer It shows that Britain's most changed names are surprisingly all traditional ones, with Rebecca, Thomas, Muhammad, and David also featuring in the top 10 most changed names. By contrast, there is a rise in Brits opting for abbreviated versions of classic names. Alex takes the top spot as the most adopted name since 2020, while Charlie, Ellie, and Jay also feature in the top 10. Channel 4 star horrifies fans as she reveals 'truly awful' baby names ahead of birth of second child 'We've been analysing baby name trends for over 20 years, tracking how they emerge and evolve,' says Lars B. Andersen, Managing Director at 'Our analysis of Deed Poll data shows the other side of the coin, the names that people are actively changing. 'What's particularly striking is the shift towards abbreviated names, such as Alex, Charlie, and Ellie. This mirrors a broader societal trend we're seeing in baby naming. "Whilst traditional names still have their place, parents are increasingly opting for shorter, more contemporary versions of classic names for their newborns, prioritising ease and perhaps a touch of individuality. UK's most changed and adopted names Britain's most changed names: James Elizabeth Michael Susan Andrew Rebecca Thomas Muhammad David Sarah Britain's most adopted names: Alex Olivia Charlie Elizabeth Alexander Ellie Robin James Jay Rose "It seems that whether Brits are welcoming a new life or embracing a new chapter, the appeal of a concise and current name is a powerful force across generations." The name controversy comes after a new study revealed the monikers that are quickly becoming favourites and topping the 2025 name charts already. The research was put together using internal data from My 1st Years, the UK's leading personalised baby gift brand, and revealed that Luca, Teddy and Jude are some of the most popular of the year. According to the study, personalised gift orders using the name Luca are up a whopping 21 per cent, "When it comes to real-time baby name trends, gift sales often beat the birth certificate," Molly Ejdowski, spokesperson at My 1st Years, said. "Luca's rise is especially interesting, it's stylish, pan-European, and growing fast." On the girl front, Isla remains one of the favourites.
The Irish Sun
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
The two ‘normal' baby names that your child will grow up to HATE and legally change, they may surprise you
PICKING a name for your little one can feel like an impossible task during pregnancy. You want to make sure you choose something fairly unique, but not so out there that your child gets picked on. Advertisement 1 The 'normal' baby names people hate and legally change have been revealed Credit: Getty Some people opt to name their baby after a family member, whilst others take inspiration from a favourite book, celebrity or film character. And your kid is stuck with this decision for life, so it's important you get it right. Unless, that is, they decide they hate the name so much that they legally change it when they hit adulthood. New analysis of more than 14,000 name changes through Deed Poll has revealed the first names Brits have fallen out of love with – and the new ones they are embracing. Advertisement Read more in Fabulous It turns out men named James are most likely to seek a rebrand, with more guys ditching this name than any other in the past five years. Elizabeth is the UK's second most commonly changed given name, with Michael, Susan, and Andrew following closely behind. The analysis, which is the largest study of Deed Poll data of all time, was conducted by name label manufacturer It shows that Britain's most changed names are surprisingly all traditional ones, with Rebecca, Thomas, Muhammad, and David also featuring in the top 10 most changed names. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous Latest By contrast, there is a rise in Brits opting for abbreviated versions of classic names. Alex takes the top spot as the most adopted name since 2020, while Charlie, Ellie, and Jay also feature in the top 10. Channel 4 star horrifies fans as she reveals 'truly awful' baby names ahead of birth of second child 'We've been analysing baby name trends for over 20 years, tracking how they emerge and evolve,' says Lars B. Andersen, Managing Director at 'Our analysis of Deed Poll data shows the other side of the coin, the names that people are actively changing. Advertisement 'What's particularly striking is the shift towards abbreviated names, such as Alex, Charlie, and Ellie. This mirrors a broader societal trend we're seeing in baby naming. "Whilst traditional names still have their place, parents are increasingly opting for shorter, more contemporary versions of classic names for their newborns, prioritising ease and perhaps a touch of individuality. UK's most changed and adopted names Britain's most changed names: James Elizabeth Michael Susan Andrew Rebecca Thomas Muhammad David Sarah Britain's most adopted names: Alex Olivia Charlie Elizabeth Alexander Ellie Robin James Jay Rose "It seems that whether Brits are welcoming a new life or embracing a new chapter, the appeal of a concise and current name is a powerful force across generations." The name controversy comes after a new study revealed the monikers that are quickly becoming favourites and Advertisement The research was put together using internal data from My 1st Years, the UK's leading personalised baby gift brand, and revealed that Luca, Teddy and Jude are some of the most popular of the year. According to the study, personalised gift orders using the name Luca are up a whopping 21 per cent, "When it comes to real-time baby name trends, gift sales often beat the birth certificate," Molly Ejdowski, spokesperson at My 1st Years, said. Advertisement "Luca's rise is especially interesting, it's stylish, pan-European, and growing fast." On the girl front, Isla remains one of the favourites.
Daily Record
20 hours ago
- General
- Daily Record
Top 20 most-changed names in the UK as James and Elizabeth fall out of favour
Men named James are most likely to seek a rebrand, with more Brits ditching this name than any other in the past five years - and it's a similar story for women named Elizabeth Men called James are the most likely to change their name, with more Brits trading in this moniker than any other over the last five years. Elizabeth ranks as the second most discarded Christian name in the UK, with Michael, Susan and Andrew not far behind. The research, touted as the biggest study of Deed Poll information to date, was performed by nametag firm It revealed that the UK's most frequently altered names hail from a roster of timeless choices, including Rebecca, Thomas, Muhammad, and David amongst the top 10 most altered names, reports Yorkshire Live. On the flip side, more Brits are adopting shortened versions of traditional names. Alex has surged ahead as the frontrunner since 2020, alongside Charlie, Ellie, and Jay making appearances within the top 10 list. "We've been analysing baby name trends for over 20 years, tracking how they emerge and evolve," said Lars B. Andersen, managing director at "Our analysis of Deed Poll data shows the other side of the coin, the names that people are actively changing. "What's particularly striking is the shift towards abbreviated names, such as Alex, Charlie, and Ellie. This mirrors a broader societal trend we're seeing in baby naming. Whilst traditional names still have their place, parents are increasingly opting for shorter, more contemporary versions of classic names for their newborns, prioritising ease and perhaps a touch of individuality. It seems that whether Brits are welcoming a new life or embracing a new chapter, the appeal of a concise and current name is a powerful force across generations." Britain's most changed names: James Elizabeth Michael Susan Andrew Rebecca Thomas Muhammad David Sarah Robert Mohammed Alexander Emily Matthew Charlotte Lucy Karen Amy Laura Britain's most adopted names: Alex Olivia Charlie Elizabeth Alexander Ellie Robin James Jay Rose Jamie William Muhammad Alexandra Adam Sarah Mia Emily Grace Aisha The data, covering 14,638 Deed Poll notices to the Senior Courts of England and Wales between January 2020 and March 2025, was compiled by
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- General
- Daily Mirror
People are officially changing name if they're called James or Elizabeth
15,000 court records show the 20 names people are ditching - and what they are changing to Men named James are most likely to seek a rebrand, with more Brits ditching this name than any other in the past five years. Elizabeth is the UK's second most commonly changed given name, with Michael, Susan, and Andrew following closely behind. The analysis, which is the largest study of Deed Poll data, was conducted by name label manufacturer It shows that Britain's most changed names are all traditional, with Rebecca, Thomas, Muhammad, and David also featuring in the top 10 most changed names. By contrast, there is a rise in Brits opting for abbreviated versions of classic names. Alex takes the top spot as the most adopted name since 2020, while Charlie, Ellie, and Jay also feature in the top 10. 'We've been analysing baby name trends for over 20 years, tracking how they emerge and evolve,' says Lars B. Andersen, Managing Director at 'Our analysis of Deed Poll data shows the other side of the coin, the names that people are actively changing. 'What's particularly striking is the shift towards abbreviated names, such as Alex, Charlie, and Ellie. This mirrors a broader societal trend we're seeing in baby naming. Whilst traditional names still have their place, parents are increasingly opting for shorter, more contemporary versions of classic names for their newborns, prioritising ease and perhaps a touch of individuality. It seems that whether Brits are welcoming a new life or embracing a new chapter, the appeal of a concise and current name is a powerful force across generations." Britain's most changed names: James Elizabeth Michael Susan Andrew Rebecca Thomas Muhammad David Sarah Robert Mohammed Alexander Emily Matthew Charlotte Lucy Karen Amy Laura Britain's most adopted names: Alex Olivia Charlie Elizabeth Alexander Ellie Robin James Jay Rose Jamie William Muhammad Alexandra Adam Sarah Mia Emily Grace Aisha The data was analysed by using 14,638 Deed Poll notices to the Senior Courts of England and Wales between January 2020 and March 2025.
