Most Popular Baby Names In Australia Reveal Some Global Favourites Including Ava And Noah | HuffPost Life

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Charlotte and Oliver have topped the charts to become the most popular Australian baby names so far in 2017.

A report by social researchers McCrindle revealed Charlotte was the most popular girls’ name in all but one state in Australia, (where the top name was Olivia), the Daily Mail reported.

Other baby names in the top 10 lists are similar to the most popular UK baby names, showing they’re obviously global favourites.

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McCrindle revealed some of the names that had been dropped off the top 100 most popular names including Jesse, Harley, Lillian and Maggie.

They also found that many popular girls’ names in the top 100 had a floral theme, with Lily, Ivy, Willow, Violet, Jasmine, Poppy, Rose, Daisy and Olive all making the list.

Top 10 girls’ names:

1. Charlotte

2. Olivia

3. Mia

4. Ava

5. Amelia

6. Isla

7. Sophia

8. Chloe

9. Grace

10. Emily

Top 10 boys’ names:

1. Oliver

2. William

3. Jack

4. Noah

5. James

6. Thomas

7. Ethan

8. Lucas

9. Jackson

10. Lachlan

Whether you’re looking for a name that is ‘cool’, ‘cute’, ‘pretty’, or ‘unique’, our Baby Name Generator is here to inspire you. Discover the meaning of your favourite name, browse the 100 most popular baby girl names and baby boy names in England and Wales, or let our Random Name Generator throw up an unusual suggestion.

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Spring-Inspired Baby Names

Blossom(01 of14)

In English the meaning of the name Blossom is 'fresh' (credit:wundervisuals via Getty Images)

April(02 of14)

It might be a month in spring, but the baby name April also means opening buds of spring. (credit:sam74100 via Getty Images)

Willow(03 of14)

As well as being a tree that blossoms in the spring, the name Willow means 'slender and graceful'. (credit:evgenyatamanenko via Getty Images)

Skye(04 of14)

We can't help but look up at the beautiful blue sky in spring, so why not use this as your inspiration? (credit:MakiEni's photo via Getty Images)

Bunny(05 of14)

Tie in your baby's name with the Easter season and the famous Easter bunny. (credit:FamVeld via Getty Images)

Daisy(06 of14)

As the daisies blossom this season, this floral name is the perfect match for your spring baby. (credit:MmeEmil via Getty Images)

Ray(07 of14)

Is your newborn your ray of sunshine? The name Ray originates from Germany and means mighty protection and guards wisely. (credit:NataliaDeriabina via Getty Images)

Honey(08 of14)

The name Honey means 'sweet'. (credit:Photohota via Getty Images)

Buddy(09 of14)

As the buds of flowers bloom in spring, why not use this alternative version of the name for your little one? (credit:muratkoc via Getty Images)

Petal(10 of14)

A distinct floral name that is perfect for the spring season. (credit:vwPix via Getty Images)

Laverna(11 of14)

Laverna is a French name meaning "born in the spring". (credit:AleksandarNakic via Getty Images)

Attwell(12 of14)

Attwell means 'live by spring'. (credit:Lvnel via Getty Images)

Apple(13 of14)

The apple blossoms are blooming this season, so why not pay them a bit of an homage? (credit:petrenkod via Getty Images)

Aviv(14 of14)

This Hebrew name literally means “spring”, so it's straight to the point. (credit:ti-ja via Getty Images)

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