Local parents are bucking the national baby name trend, as shown by the top Mount Isa baby names list for 2020.
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According to national data, for the last four consecutive years, the top Aussie baby names have been Charlotte (for a girl), and Oliver (for a boy).
However Mount Isa parents are turning a blind eye to what is popular nationally, creating their own trends.
Last year at North West Hospital and Health Service, several baby names proved more popular than others, with the top baby names being Thomas (for a boy) and Ruby (for a girl).
"With more than 550 babies born at the Mount Isa hospital in 2020, classic and biblical names are still a winner with many parents last year," NWHHS spokesperson said.
"Thomas being the most popular, closely followed by Michael and then Elijah. Girls names, including Elena and Kylie, made a strong appearance as well."
The top 10 Mount Isa names for boys are:
- Thomas
- William
- Michael
- Maverick
- Elijah
- Levi
- Jaxson
- James
- Carter
- Oliver
The top 10 Mount Isa names for girls are:
- Ruby
- Elena
- Kylie
- Mackenzie
- Olivia
- Sophie
- Charlotte
- Amelia
- Zoe
- Indie
A massive 2206 boys were named Oliver making it the top baby name in Australia in 2020, whereas 1609 girls were given the first name Charlotte.
The Top 10 national Australian boys names are:
- Oliver
- Noah
- Jack
- William
- Leo
- Lucas
- Thomas
- Henry
- Charlie
- James
The top 10 Australian girls names are:
- Charlotte
- Olivia
- Amelia
- Isla
- Mia
- Ava
- Grace
- Willow
- Harper
- Chloe
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Samantha Campbell
Samantha Campbell (nee Walton) has worked for regional and rural publications across New South Wales, Queensland and the Northern Territory. She is currently writing for the North Queensland Register based in North West Queensland. Email: samantha.campbell@austcommunitymedia.com.au
Samantha Campbell (nee Walton) has worked for regional and rural publications across New South Wales, Queensland and the Northern Territory. She is currently writing for the North Queensland Register based in North West Queensland. Email: samantha.campbell@austcommunitymedia.com.au
