If you named your newborn Olivia or Noah in 2024, you were not alone.
The Alberta government has revealed last year’s top baby names. For the sixth straight year, Olivia and Noah clinched the number one spot for girls and boys, respectively.
Olivia has been listed at the number one spot for 12 consecutive years, with Ethan being the next longest reigning for nine straight years between 2001 and 2009.
Last year marked the sixth year in a row that Noah held the top spot for boys’ names.
“Congratulations to all those who welcomed a child in 2024 and Albertans who took part in the contest to guess the winning names – you continue to make this event my favourite time of year,” says Dale Nally, minister for Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction.
Some names on the list celebrate the natural beauty of Alberta, with names like Cedar, Hope, Prairie, Bear and Fox making the ranking.
“As we celebrate the new arrivals in 2024, let’s also celebrate the families who have chosen to build their futures in Alberta,” Nally adds.
“By prioritizing policies that strengthen families, protect traditional values, and celebrate our shared heritage, we can ensure that Alberta remains the best place to raise a family for generations to come.”
The top baby boy names in Alberta in 2024 are as follows:
- Noah
- Oliver
- Liam
- Theodore
- Henry
- William
- Ethan
- Leo
- Levi
- Jack, Lucas (tie)
The top baby girl names in Alberta in 2024 are as follows:
- Olivia
- Charlotte
- Amelia
- Sophia
- Emma
- Ava
- Harper
- Isla
- Sophie
- Ellie
Over 50,000 births were registered in Alberta last year. Parents have up to one year to register the birth of their child, so the province notes the list of baby names could change slightly. The full list is available at the Government of Alberta website.
