KABUL: According to the Office for National Statistics in Britain, the name of Mohammad has been recognized as the most popular name for baby boys in Britain and Wales.
“The Office for National Statistics stated that 4,600 newborns in the country were named “Mohammad,” in 2023, and the number of births in 2024 is expected to be lower than the previous year.”
This report indicates that “Mohammad” has topped the list of baby boy names in Britain and Wales for the first time as an Islamic name in 2024.
While the popularity of the name “Mohammad” in Britain has been growing for a decade, this marks the first time it has claimed the top spot.
It is noteworthy that the Office for National Statistics (ONS) annually records and analyzes birth statistics in Britain.