Jack and Emily top the list of most popular Irish baby names

Jack and Emily remain the most popular baby names in Ireland, but 50 years ago John and Mary were the top choices for parents.

Jack and Emily top the list of most popular Irish baby names
Wed, 01 Jun, 2016 - 01:00
Evelyn Ring

There were 3,360 baby boys named John in 1965 — the most popular boys’ name that year. It was ranked 28th in the top 100 in 2015.

In 1965 Mary was the name chosen by 3,229 parents, making it the most popular name for girls born that year.

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