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Regional Variations

Regional Variations

20 December 2006

The Top 10 forenames given, by Scottish council area, 2006 shows the regional variations in the top 10 forenames.

Jack was top boys’ name in 12 council areas, whilst Lewis was top in 11 areas.

Sophie was the most popular girls’ name in 15 council areas, whilst Erin and Lucy were each top in 4 areas.

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