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Published 17:00 19 Jun 2025 BST
Updated 17:16 19 Jun 2025 BST

Names can come in all shapes and sizes, but research shows that two-syllable names are the most popular.
According to Nameberry, two-syllable names are the common baby names right now.
There is probably no reason why they are so popular; maybe people like the way it sounds or looks, or maybe it works with your surname.
For example, names like Lucy, Katie, or even Áine are great examples that you could pick.
Nonetheless, they are trending, and two-syllable names for girls are high up in the charts.
Derived from German origin, Emma means 'universal'.
This stunning name is super popular, and was the 17th of all recorded baby name in Ireland, according to CSO statistics.
You might have heard the name from the famous book Charlotte's Web, but the name Charlotte has been popular for a long time.
Of French origins, Charlotte means "free man".
This name was ranked 64 in Ireland in 2024.
Stemming from Italian and Scandinavian origins, Mia means "mine or bitter".
Mia was the 10th-ranked name in Ireland in 2024.
With Latin origins, the name Ava means "life; bird; water, island".
This beautiful name was the 26th most recorded in Ireland in 2024. It's the perfect choice for your newborn daughter and our favourite in the top five.
Thinking of one of the most important musical instruments in Ireland, Harper is derived from English origins, meaning "harp player".
One of the more surprising popular baby names, it is still absolutely stunning and is ranked 63rd in Ireland's recorded names in 2024.
Although no Irish names were on this list, there are plenty of two-syllable ones around that I'm sure will be absolutely perfect.
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