Overview

• Regional UK outlets report a Go Au Pair analysis identifying 55 century‑old names resurfacing in 2024 ONS data.
• Boys’ names lead the revival, with Oliver given to 3,492 babies, Arthur to 3,368, and George to 3,257, with Harry also in the top tier.
• Classic girls’ choices are rising too, led by Amelia (2,448), Lily (2,185) and Ivy (1,956), though with lower counts than the top boys’ names.
• The list was compiled by comparing the top 100 names from 1904 with the latest 2024 ONS figures to find overlaps gaining traction.
• Context from the official 2024 rankings shows the top names were Muhammad, Noah and Oliver for boys and Olivia, Amelia and Lily for girls, with reporters suggesting nostalgia and royal links as possible influences.