The stories behind our names ⏲️ 6 Minute English

Everyone has a name. It’s an important part of our identity. But names can also have meanings that reveal our culture and history. Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary. ❓❓❓This week’s question What was the most popular name for baby girls in the UK last year. Was it: a) Florence? b) Olivia? or, c) Amelia? Listen to the programme to hear the answer. [Cover: Getty Images] You can download audio and text here 👉 Vocabulary: ✔️typical - containing the most usual features of a particular type of person or thing; a good example of that type ✔️mass migration - historical movement of large groups of people from one geographical area to another ✔️pull the threads - (idiom) investigate deeper into something to reveal the hidden connections behind it ✔&