The most popular names for new-born babies in Co. Cavan and Co. Monaghan have been revealed.
Rían was the most popular name for baby boys in Co. Cavan in 2025.
Figures released from the Central Statistics Office this morning have revealed that Noah and Rían were the most popular boys names in Co. Monaghan last year.
For newborn baby girls, the CSO has revealed that Sadie was the most popular name for both Cavan and Monaghan last year.
Nationally, Rían was the most popular boys' name in 2025, the first time it reached the position since the series began in 1964.
2025 was the first time Jack was not the most popular choice since 2016.
Lily was the most popular name for girls in 2025, replacing the previous year's top choice of Sophie, which now ranks joint 6th with Emily.
Murphy was the most common surname for babies born in 2025, followed by Kelly and O'Brien.
According to the CSO, for just the fourth time in the 50 years since 1975, Mary fell out of the top 100 list of most popular girls' names in Ireland.
