The most popular boys' names in Wakefield, Pontefract and Castleford - and what they meanThe most popular boys' names in Wakefield, Pontefract and Castleford - and what they mean
The most popular boys' names in Wakefield, Pontefract and Castleford - and what they mean

The most popular boys' names in Wakefield, Pontefract and Castleford - and what they mean

Looking for baby name inspiration, or just wondering how popular your children's names are? Look no further!
By Holly Gittins
Published 7th Sep 2020, 12:30 BST
Updated 7th Sep 2020, 13:08 BST

In no particular order, these are 15 of the most popular boys' names from across the Wakefield district, according to Bounty.com - does your name make an appearance? Click here for the most popular girls' names.

This name has several derivatives, including James. It means 'Yaweh (God) will protect' in Hebrew.

13. Jacob

This name has several derivatives, including James. It means 'Yaweh (God) will protect' in Hebrew. Photo: RONALDO SCHEMIDT/Getty Images

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A biblical name meaning 'Yahweh (God) is salvation'.

14. Joshua

A biblical name meaning 'Yahweh (God) is salvation'. Photo: Joel Saget/Getty Images

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From Germanic origin meaning "elf warrior" or "olive tree". Famous Oliver's include the late movie actor Oliver Hardy and the fictional character Oliver Twist.

15. Oliver

From Germanic origin meaning "elf warrior" or "olive tree". Famous Oliver's include the late movie actor Oliver Hardy and the fictional character Oliver Twist. Photo: Marco Di Lauro/Getty Images

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