Australia's most popular baby names from 2025 revealed
The latest data on baby names in Australia has been released, offering a fascinating glimpse into the preferences of new parents across the country. From the traditional to the unique, these names reflect the diverse personalities and cultural influences shaping the next generation.
Top Names by State and Territory
Australian Capital Territory (ACT)
- Girls: Evelyn, Hazel, Grace, Charlotte, Lily, Isla, Matilda, Olivia, Amelia, Eleanor
- Boys: Oliver, Henry, Noah, Levi, Elijah, Oscar, Liam, Muhammad, Theodore, Charlie
New South Wales (NSW)
- Girls: Charlotte, Amelia, Isla, Olivia, Mia, Sophia, Lily, Chloe, Hazel, Sienna
- Boys: Noah, Oliver, Theodore, Luca, Leo, Henry, Elijah, Hudson, Levi, Jack
Northern Territory (NT)
- Girls: Amelia, Isla, Hazel, Ruby, Evelyn, Isabella, Olivia, Harper, Mia, Sophia
- Boys: Noah, Elijah, Oliver, Archie, Levi, Muhammad, Eli, Henry, Mason, Malakai
Queensland (QLD)
(Note: Queensland is the only jurisdiction that hasn't revealed their most popular baby names from 2025.)
South Australia (SA)
- Girls: Charlotte, Isla, Olivia, Harper, Hazel, Amelia, Elsie, Violet, Lily, Daisy, Ruby
- Boys: Oliver, Noah, Henry, Leo, Theodore, Levi, Luca, Charlie, Elijah, Jack, Oscar
Tasmania (TAS)
- Girls: Charlotte, Isla, Hazel, Eleanor, Elsie, Harper, Matilda, Ruby, Mia, Violet
- Boys: Noah, Charlie, Oliver, Archie, Hudson, Henry, Leo, Theodore, George, Levi
Victoria (VIC)
- Girls: Charlotte, Amelia, Hazel, Mia, Isla, Olivia, Lily, Sienna, Matilda, Ava
- Boys: Noah, Oliver, Henry, Leo, Theodore, Charlie, Luca, Jack, Levi, William
Western Australia (WA)
- Girls: Isla, Charlotte, Grace, Olivia, Amelia, Lily, Mia, Hazel, Matilda, Sofia
- Boys: Noah, Oliver, Theodore, Jack, Luca, Henry, Hudson, Charlie, Levi, William
National Trends
- Oliver's Dominance: Oliver has been the top boys' name in Australia for 12 consecutive years and is expected to continue its reign in 2026. Noah is rising rapidly in popularity.
- Charlotte's Reign: Charlotte has dominated girls' names for several years, but Amelia is making a strong push for the top spot.
- Avoiding Clichés: Parents are increasingly choosing names from their great-grandparents' era, balancing uniqueness with tradition, avoiding names popular with their own parents.
- The Return of Older Names: Names like Greyson, Theodore, and Grace are making a comeback, while long-forgotten names like Penelope and Ava are gaining popularity.
- Influence of Celebrities: The royal family remains the biggest influence on baby names, with their traditional choices aligning with Australian parents' preferences.
A Name for Every Child
Despite the likelihood of her daughter Amelia sharing her name with others, Darwin mother Abbey embraces the beauty of the name and believes her child's personality will make her unique. This sentiment reflects the diverse and ever-evolving nature of baby names in Australia, where tradition meets individuality.
