The list is out and it’s turning heads! Victoria’s Top 100 Baby Names 2024 is out and the and old time favourite has been knocked off its perch! Recent data from The Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages Victoria has revealed a significant shift in baby name trends.
Isla has surged to the top spot for girls’ names, knocking Amelia from its lead position after just one year. This change reflects both regional and national baby name trends, with Isla claiming the number-one position in Victoria for the first time ever.
Victoria’s Top 100 Baby Names 2024 See New Trend
For the first time, Isla became the most popular girls’ name in Victoria, with 389 little girls given the name. It narrowly beat Charlotte (382) and Amelia (380), which both secured spots in the top three. Other names making waves in Victoria’s top 10 for girls included Mia, Hazel, Olivia, Matilda, Grace, Ella, and Lily.
The rise of Isla as the favourite girls’ name follows its national dominance in McCrindle’s 2024 Australian Baby Names report, which ranked Isla as the top girls’ name across the country for the first time in 2024.
Why is Isla So Popular?
The rapid rise of Isla in Victoria’s baby name rankings could be attributed to its soft, yet trendy sound and its easy fit with other popular names like Olivia and Amelia. The simplicity and elegance of Isla appeal to parents who are gravitating towards short, memorable names for their children.
The Boys’ Names Landscape: Oliver Holds Steady
While there was a shake-up in the girls’ category, boys’ names in Victoria saw less movement. Oliver has retained its position as the top boys’ name for the 11th consecutive year. Noah held steady in second place, while Henry, Leo, Theodore, Luca, and Charlie rounded out the top 10 boys’ names.
Notably, Theodore saw a huge jump in popularity in 2024, climbing from 14th place to 4th, while names like Muhammad and Xavier made their way into the top 20, replacing traditional favourites such as Alexander and Sebastian.
Short Names are on the Rise in Australia
A notable trend across both boys’ and girls’ names is the growing preference for shorter names. The rise of Charlie and Ollie, shortened versions of Charles and Oliver, reflects a broader shift towards simplicity. Names that were once long and traditional, such as Charles, have become less popular, with their shortened counterparts rising sharply.
McCrindle’s 2024 data confirms this trend, with names like Charlie, Ollie, and even Mia—once considered diminutives—becoming increasingly mainstream. Short, snappy names are clearly in demand as Australian parents prefer names that are easier to pronounce and remember.
Top 20 Boys’ Baby Names in Victoria (2024)
- Oliver
- Noah
- Henry
- Leo
- Theodore
- Luca
- Charlie
- Jack
- Archie
- Levi
- Hudson
- William
- Oscar
- Thomas
- Harvey
- Elijah
- Lucas
- Muhammad
- James
- Xavier
Top 20 Girls’ Baby Names in Victoria (2024)
- Isla
- Charlotte
- Amelia
- Mia
- Hazel
- Olivia
- Matilda
- Grace
- Ella
- Lily
- Harper
- Ava
- Ivy
- Ruby
- Chloe
- Sienna
- Evelyn
- Sophie
- Isabella
- Mila
The Rise of Shorter Names and Shifting Trends in Baby Names
The latest data from Victoria’s top 100 baby names for 2024 shows clear trends in Australian naming preferences. Isla has taken over as the favourite girls’ name, with other short, sweet names like Mia and Ella also making their mark. Meanwhile, Oliver continues to reign as the top boys’ name, with new contenders like Theodore and Charlie rising in popularity.
As Aussie parents continue to embrace shorter, more accessible names, the trend reflects a desire for simplicity and ease. Whether you’re expecting a baby boy or girl, it’s clear that the trend toward short, modern names is here to stay.
