20 of the most popular Australian baby names and their meanings

Oliver

It is thought the name Oliver was originally derived from the Latin word olivarius meaning ‘olive tree planter’.

It also has Old French and Medieval origins.

Noah

Most renowned for the Biblical story, Noah is originally a Hebrew name meaning ‘rest’ and ‘comfort’.

William

This famous Royal baby name means ‘resolute protector’ or ‘strong-willed warrior’ and originally comes from Wilhelm, of Old German origin.

Leo

This strong name was derived from the Latin leo, meaning ‘lion’.

Lucas

The name Lucas has Greek, Latin origins meaning “man from Lucania” which is an ancient territory in Southern Italy.

Henry

The name Henry is a boy’s name of German origin meaning ‘estate ruler’ and has been a popular choice in British royal family many times over the centuries.

Liam

This adorable name is of Irish origin meaning ‘resolute protection’.

Jack

This strong name was originally the nickname for the given name John but now is a name in it’s own right. It’s of English origin meaning ‘God Is Gracious’.

Thomas

Often shortened to Tom or Tommy, the name Thomas is a boy’s name of Aramaic origin meaning ‘twin’.

James

This classic boys’ name is derived from the Hebrew name Jacob. It means ‘supplanter’ or ‘one who follows’.

Amelia

A blend of the medieval names Emilia and Amalia this sweet name means ‘work’ or ‘industrious’.

Olivia

The feminine alternative to the boy name Oliver, Olivia is a Latin name meaning ‘olive tree’.

Charlotte

The feminine form of ‘Charles’, it means ‘petite’ and ‘feminine’.

Isla

This sweet name is of Spanish, Scottish origin meaning ‘island’.

Mia

The name Mia has Italian and Scandinavian origins meaning ‘mine’ or ‘bitter’.

Ava

This adorable name has Latin origins meaning ‘life; bird; water, island’.

Chloe

Chloe, often spelled Chloë or Chloé, means ‘blooming‘ or ‘fertility’ in Greek.

Grace

Popular as a first or middle name, Grace has Latin origins that means ‘charm’.

Sophia

Sophia is a classic Greek name meaning ‘wisdom’.

Zoe

From the Greek word meaning ‘life’, Zoe is also a variation of the name Eve.