The line graphs compare the popularity of three boys’ names (Daniel, Oliver, and Alexander) and three girls’ names (Sophia, Isabella, and Emily) in the UK from 1925 to 2000, measured per thousand people. Overall, while all names saw an increase in popularity by the end of the period, the trends for boys’ and girls’ names varied in the rates of growth.
In 1925, Daniel was the most popular boys’ name at around 4 per thousand, and it steadily rose to its peak at 12 per thousand by 1975 before slightly declining in 2000. In contrast, the name Oliver initially started with less than 1 per thousand, spiked to 5 in 1950, but then decreased. However, it surged again after 1975, eventually overtaking Daniel at 11 per thousand by 2000. Alexander remained the least common name for boys, staying low until the late 20th century when it increased rapidly, reaching around 8 per thousand by 2000.
In terms of girls’ names, all three showed minimal popularity between 1925 and 1975. The name Emily saw the most significant growth, especially after 1975, rising sharply to 10 per thousand by 2000. Sophia followed a similar upward trend, also reaching 10 per thousand at the end of the period, while Isabella grew more gradually, finishing just under 9 per thousand by 2000.