Olivia and Noah Reign Supreme as Ontario’s Top Baby Names in 2023
TORONTO — Olivia and Noah have once again topped the list of Ontario’s most popular baby names for 2023, according to the Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement. This marks an impressive 15-year streak for Olivia as the province’s favourite name for baby girls, while Noah holds the top spot for boys for the fifth year in a row.
Charlotte continues to charm parents, ranking as the second-most popular name for girls, while Liam followed Noah as the second-most popular boys’ name. New additions to the top 10 this year include Mila for girls and Henry for boys, demonstrating evolving naming trends.
The full list of the top 10 baby names in Ontario for 2023 includes:
Girls:
- Olivia
- Charlotte
- Amelia
- Emma
- Sophia
- Mia
- Sofia
- Ava
- Mila
- Isla
Boys:
- Noah
- Liam
- Theodore
- Oliver
- Jack
- Lucas
- Benjamin
- William
- Leo
- Henry
“Welcoming a new baby and choosing a name is one of life’s most meaningful milestones,” said Todd McCarthy, Minister of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement. “Our government is dedicated to helping new parents focus on these special moments rather than paperwork.”
To make life easier for new parents, Ontario offers a streamlined 5-in-1 Newborn Bundle through ServiceOntario. This service allows parents to register their newborns and apply for essential documents like birth certificates and Social Insurance Numbers from the comfort of their home.
Parents are reminded to register their child’s birth within 30 days to ensure access to these important services.
For more information about Ontario’s top baby names and the 5-in-1 Newborn Bundle, visit ontario.ca.
SOURCES: Province of Ontario
