Only 5 Babies in 2020 England and Wales

An ancient name soiled by toilet paper association.

Surprisingly, one of the fastest-rising names for girls.

A beautiful ancient Welsh name, the meaning of which is not entirely clear. It has been linked to the Welsh for salty, hallt or halenaidd. The "th" sound at the end is pronounced like the first sound of "then" (rather than "thin").

Isla is hot, Iona is cool – maybe it's time Iola got a second look? Last heard from on Carol Burnett's Mama's Family show, Iola feels like just the sort of uncommon, vowel-rich, vintage name that should be ripe for rediscovery.

The rise of the the various Isabel names may give a boost to this variation, which has a sunny, springtime feel.