The most popular baby girl names in Midlothian have been revealed in the latest figures from the National Records of Scotland. These are the most chosen names for little ones born in the area in 2022. And we’ve also listed the most popular baby girl names for Edinburgh, East Lothian, and West Lothian – they’re quite different.
5. Aria
Eight baby girls in Midlothian were given the name Aria last year. It has a number of origins but is said to mean air or lion. The character Arya Stark in Game of Thrones helped popularise it in recent years. Photo: Getty Images
6. Bonnie
Bonnie was the name given to seven baby girls in Midlothian last year. It's a traditionally Scottish name from the Scots language which translates to pretty or beautiful. Photo: Getty Images
7. Ella
Ella was the name given to five girls born in Midlothian in 2022. Its origins have been argued to have derived from old German - meaning all - Hebrew - meaning goddess or tree - or Spanish - meaning simply, her. Photo: Getty Images
8. Eva
Five girls born in Midlothian last year were named Eva. It is said to be derived from the Hebrew word for life. Photo: Getty Images