For the first time, Isla has been preliminarily declared as the most popular girl’s name, beating familiar rivals for the 2023 crown, while Oliver has made a return to the top boy’s spot after his eight-year streak was broken in 2022.
In an unexpected twist, Isla is sharing the podium this year with 2020 favourite Amelia, with the duo tied in a rare dead heat at 383 registrations each in 2023.
The reign of queen Charlotte may be over with last year’s winner dropping to fifth place in 2023, but the beloved moniker had its time, ranking number one for seven of the past 12 years.
The name Lily reemerged this year in position seven, having last made the top 10 in 2010 in the exact same spot.
Oliver returns to the top boy’s spot after a one-year hiatus. For eight years in a row between 2014 and 2021, Oliver dominated the pick of parents but was briefly surpassed by Noah in 2022.
Leo, Henry and Luca have also returned in the class of 2023. Hudson appeared in the top 10 boy names for the first time in 2023, after just missing out in 2022 at 11, and steadily climbing the ranks since making a first appearance in the top 100 in 2012.
All births in NSW must be registered with the NSW Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages within 60 days of the child being born and can be done for free on the Service NSW website, by visiting your local Service Centre or by calling 13 77 88.
The final placings will be confirmed around April when the top 100 names are released and with Isla and Amelia currently tied, any newborns yet to be registered could help decide 2023’s most popular name.
Only after registering the birth of the baby is the child given a legal identity, allowing it to access government services like education, Medicare and Centrelink. Minister for Emergency Services
Minister for Customer Service and Digital Government Jihad Dib said:
“Welcoming a beautiful baby into the world is one of the most incredible and rewarding moments a parent can experience.”
“It can be just as special for parents to choose a name for their baby, reflecting their newborn’s personality or celebrating a cultural or family tradition.”
“There were some strong contenders for top baby names of 2023, some familiar entries continuing to hold strong and a few surprises as well.”
“I wish all the parents who welcomed a new addition to their family last year a happy start to parenthood.”
NSW Births, Deaths and Marriages Registrar Theresa Fairman said:
“There are a million different things on your mind when you’re caught up in the excitement of caring for a new baby.”
“But it’s important to jump online and register their name. The online process is easy to navigate and completely free.”
More information on registering your baby
Top 10 baby names 2023:
| Rank | Top 10 Girls – 2023 | Rank | Top 10 Boys – 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| =1 | Isla | 1 | Oliver |
| =1 | Amelia | 2 | Noah |
| 3 | Olivia | 3 | Leo |
| 4 | Mia | 4 | Henry |
| 5 | Charlotte | 5 | Luca |
| 6 | Ava | 6 | Theodore |
| 7 | Lily | 7 | Hudson |
| 8 | Evelyn | 8 | William |
| 9 | Sophia | 9 | Lucas |
| 10 | Matilda | 10 | Charlie |
Top 10 baby names 2022:
| Rank | Top 10 Girls – 2022 | Rank | Top 10 Boys – 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Charlotte | 1 | Noah |
| 2 | Amelia | 2 | Oliver |
| 3 | Isla | 3 | Leo |
| 4 | Olivia | 4 | William |
| 5 | Mia | 5 | Theodore |
| 6 | Ava | 6 | Jack |
| 7 | Ella | 7 | Luca |
| 8 | Matilda | 8 | Henry |
| 9 | Sienna | 9 | Thomas |
| 10 | Willow | 10 | Charlie |
