These are the baby names at risk of going ‘extinct’ in 2019

The popularity of certain baby names often comes and goes.

Sometimes it's because of a TV show or a movie. Other times, it's because of the celeb-of-the-moment. And while the rise-and-fall of a name's popularity is fairly standard, it turns out there are a few names which are on the verge of becoming extinct this year. Mother and Baby have found that some classic monikers are on the way out this year, which some more traditional names like Paula, Elaine, Malcom and Wayne are being given to less and less children. And as their popularity with new parents drops, the names are on the verge of becoming extinct. The publication have put together a list of 11 baby names which are on the verge of going extinct this year.

Girls

Doris Sally Paula Elaine Sharon

Boys

Neville Malcom Clarence Derek Geoffrey Wayne But considering the popularity of certain baby names is always changing, we can only imagine the likes of Neville, Sally, Derek and Sharon will be making a comeback in a few years. If you're looking for more inspiration, though, we've got you covered. For years, parents have been getting more and more creative when it comes to naming their children. Mostly thanks to the ever-growing list of sources of inspiration. Their favourite Marvel movies; TV shows (like Game of Thrones); seasons; foods and hobbies have all been scoured in an effort to find that perfect moniker for their little one.