The most popular baby name trends for 2018

Some of the most popular names of 2017, so far, include Olivia, Lily, Sophie, Emily and Amelia for girls. Muhammed, Oliver, Harry, Jack and George are top of the pops for boys.

But let’s fast-forward and consider what might be heading to the top of the list next year, in 2018, inspired by popular culture and world events.

Sporty names

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The Commonwealth Games will take place on the Gold Coast in 2018. Why NOT name your bub after someone sporty?!

You could go for Leisel, Cathy, Alicia, Susie, Stephanie or Anna. Or consider Kieran, Ian, Michael or Jon.