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Provisional statistics from Latvia’s Central Statistical Bureau show that in the first ten months of 2025 the country recorded 9,887 newborns – a drop of 10.1% (1,108 fewer) compared with the same period a year earlier. During the same timeframe deaths fell to 21,325, down 3.7% (820 fewer) from 2024, leaving deaths 11,438 higher than births. Marriages rose by 7.3% to 9,625, and the provisional population on 1 November stood at 1.826 million.
Birth figures show a sharp decline
Of the 9,887 newborns, 5,162 were boys (down 3.8% or 204) and 4,725 were girls (down 16.1% or 904) compared with the previous year. In October alone 1,004 babies were registered, 1.6% (16) fewer than in October 2024.
Deaths still outnumber births
With 21,325 deaths recorded in the first ten months, the mortality count remains higher than the birth count, widening the excess of deaths over births from 11,150 in 2024 to 11,438 in 2025.
Marriage registrations rise
Registered marriages reached 9,625 in the same period, a 7.3% increase (658 more) relative to 2024, indicating a modest rise in family formation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many newborns were registered in Latvia during the first ten months of 2025?
9,887 newborns were registered.
By what percentage did births decline compared with the same period in 2024?
Births declined by 10.1%, equivalent to 1,108 fewer births.
What was Latvia’s provisional population as of 1 November 2025?
The provisional population stood at 1.826 million.
What do you think these demographic trends could mean for Latvia’s future?
