Scotland’s latest most popular baby names released

Noah has taken the top spot for boys, with Olivia proving the favourite amongst girls

Vanessa Taaffe

Scotland’s most popular baby names have been released.

STV News has been speaking to parents to find out what makes a name popular.

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