Nationally, Sophie and Jack are top of the list for baby names.
The most popular baby names in the Midlands for 2024 have been revealed.
Rían is the boy's name of choice for Westmeath and Laois, while Jack topped the list in Offaly.
While Emily is the trendy girls name for Offaly, Grace is the number one choice for girls in Westmeath and Fiadh for Laois.
Jack remains the top boys name in Ireland, while Sophie is the most popular girls name after taking fourth place in 2023.
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