ITV This Morning's Ben Shephard pauses show to share 'breaking' baby announcement

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This Morning's Ben Shephard interrupted the show to share some "breaking" baby news as the latest 2025 list of popular baby names was unveiled – essential reading for any soon-to-be parents in need of name inspiration.

The Tipping Point presenter, 49, highlighted that Olivia remains a firm favourite for girls, topping the charts in England and Wales for another year, the Mirror reports.Ben declared: "Now then, breaking naming news.

The UK's top baby names have been revealed. Olivia is the most popular name for baby girls in England and Wales for the eighth year in a row."He continued, confirming: "Amelia and Isla came in second and third," while his co-host Cat revealed that Mohammed has become the preferred choice for boys' names.

She informed the viewers: "Mohammed knocked Noah off the top spot, having been the most second popular name the year prior."The name Benjamin still holds its own," noted Ben, with a hint of pride, "Yeah, Benjamin came in at 53rd on the list." Cat met his claim with skepticism, questioning if being 53rd was really something to celebrate.