When I make sample alphabet shirts I always think of babies I know to choose which letter to use. Not only does it mean I have a gift ready for a friend's baby, but it also helps me choose fabrics, thinking about what that baby's parents would like.
Working on shirts for the Art and Craft Fair, I am wondering if I should take a more scientific approach, increasing my chances of someone wanting a particular letter on the day. So I have been looking at the most popular baby names in New Zealand, which the Department of Internal Affairs have helpfully compiled here.
Looking at the Top 10 name lists for 2009, there are three 'J' boy names (#1 Jack, #3 James, #4 Joshua) and three 'E' girl names (#5 Ella, #6 Emily, #9 Emma). I knew Oliver was popular for boys (#2 last year) but had forgotten about Olivia (#3 for girls). Sophie is a favourite name of mine and a clear #1 for girls, but I was surprised Ruby (#2), Isabella (#4) and Lily (#8) are so high up the list.Do you know any babies with names starting with 'Q', 'U', 'V', 'W' or 'Y'?
I love 'Z' names and am lucky enough to know a Zavier and a Zoe :)
