Jack and Ava are most popular baby names

The list of the most popular Irish baby names for 2008 has been revealed, with Jack topping the list for boys and Ava coming first for girls.

Mon, 31 Aug, 2009 - 13:03

The list of the most popular Irish baby names for 2008 has been revealed, with Jack topping the list for boys and Ava coming first for girls.

New figures published today by the Central Statistics Office also reveal Sean, Conor, Daniel and James came next for boys whilst Katie, Sarah, Emma and Emily made up the top five for girls.

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Courts Heathrow Person: Jack Person: Ava Person: Sean Person: Conor Person: Daniel Person: James Person: Katie Person: Sarah Person: Emma Person: Emily Organisation: Central Statistics Office

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