Sofia and Noah top the list of names given in 2025
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Sofia was Switzerland’s most popular girls’ name last year, while Noah remained the top choice for boys, according to figures published on Friday by the Federal Statistical Office.
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August 21, 2026 – 09:31
Having ranked third the previous year, Sofia has now overtaken Emma and Mia, names that have featured prominently in the top three for several years.
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Noah also remains a regular at the top of the boys’ list, having topped the rankings 12 times since 2010. Last year, it again ranked ahead of Liam and Gabriel.
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In French-speaking Switzerland, Sofia also tops the list, ahead of Olivia and Alma. Among boys, Gabriel ranks first, with Noah in second place and Arthur completing the top three.
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Translated from French, reviewed by an English Department journalist.
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