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'Amy' Most Popular Name Of 2008
Bounty parenting club has revealed the most popular baby names of 2008, with 'Olivia' for girls and 'Jack' for boy topping the list.

The researchers reveal that most of the names are Hollywood inspired, like such as Sofia, Julia, Darcy and Amelie, have all shown a revival, as reported by Times Online.

Surprisingly, the name Amy is also included in the popular list, probably because of the troubled singer Amy Winehouse's constant struggle with alcohol and drug abuse. Following 'Amy' is the name 'Blake' as one of the popular names for boys, that also happens to be the singer's husband's name.

Top 10 boys' and girls' names:




1. Jack, Olivia

2. Oliver, Ruby

3. Harry, Grace

4. Charlie, Emily

5. Alfie, Jessica

6. Thomas, Sophie

7. Joshua, Chloe

8. Daniel, Lily

9. James, Mia

10. William, Lucy. AGENCIES
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