Muhammad is the most popular baby boys' name in the U.K.

Muhammad is the most popular baby boys' name in the U.K.
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The website BabyCentre U.K. has revealed that, including alternate spellings, Muhammad is the top boys' name in 2014.

Muhammad, which is up 27 places from its spot last year, is followed by Oliver and Jack on the list. Arabic names are on the rise, with Omar, Ali, and Ibrahim appearing in the top 100 boys' names.

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Meghan DeMaria

Meghan DeMaria is a staff writer at TheWeek.com. She has previously worked for USA Today and Marie Claire.