1. Main points

Amelia and Oliver were the most popular first names given to babies born in England and Wales in 2015.

Amelia has been in the top spot since 2011 while Oliver has been in the top spot since 2013.

In England, Amelia was the most popular girls’ name and Oliver the most popular boys’ name in 7 out of the 9 regions.

In Wales, Amelia and Oliver remained the most popular boys’ and girls’ names holding the top spot since 2012 and 2013 respectively.

Ella and Mia replaced Lily and Sophie in the top 10 girls’ names for England and Wales in 2015, compared with 2014.

Noah replaced James in the top 10 boys’ names for England and Wales in 2015, compared with 2014.