Alma and Oscar were the most popular names for newborns in 2025

Alma and Oscar have been crowned the most popular names for newborns in Denmark for 2025, according to new statistics released by Danmarks Statistik. The data reveals that 17 out of every 1,000 baby girls born were named Alma, while Oscar was the preferred choice for 18 out of every 1,000 baby boys. Oscar also held the top spot for boys' names last year, whereas Alma climbed from fourth place in 2024 to secure the leading position for girls this year.

Beyond the top two, the list of most frequently used girls' names in 2025 included Sofia, Agnes, Nora, Emma, Frida, Ella, Karla, Freja, and Olivia. For boys, the top ten, following Oscar, comprised Karl, Alfred, Noah, August, Oliver, Theo, Viggo, William, and Otto. The report also noted significant shifts in popularity, with the girls' name Vilde making a notable leap, jumping 11 places from number 60 to 49 on the top 50 list. Among boys' names, Elmer saw the most dramatic rise, climbing 39 places from 78th to 39th position.

Several names experienced a decline in popularity. Frederik and Marius, previously ranked 44th and 46th respectively, fell out of the top 50, landing at 58th and 60th place. Similarly, Vilhelm, Johan, and Adam also dropped out of the top 50 most popular boys' names. For girls, Merle, Kaja, and Søs also fell out of the top 50. While Alma and Oscar led nationwide, their popularity varied regionally, with Alma topping lists in East Zealand and Funen, and Oscar leading in East Zealand, West Jutland, and North Jutland.