Top Baby Names For 2020

Reflecting the hopes and dreams of parents.

The popular baby names of 2020 primarily depicted a desire for resilience, hope, and a deep connection to the past. These names represented the belief in timeless traditions and the need to adopt contemporary trends. However, most parents gravitated towards names that held deep meaning and a sense of continuity. They preferred names that seamlessly connected the past with the present. Classic names continued to dominate the charts, but modern names also made their mark, capturing the hearts of parents all over the country.

For girls, the classic favorites Sophia (wisdom), Evelyn (desired), and Abigail (father’s joy) remained steadfast at the top of the charts, with interesting names like Kamryn (bent nose, Holly (the Holly tree), and Poppy (the red-flowering plant) also received much love from parents. On the boys’ side, while traditional names such as Oliver (olive tree planter), James (supplanter), and Ethan (strong) continued to hold strong, modern names like Kian (ancient), Rhys (fiery warrior), and Niko (victory of the people) also emerged as popular choices, adding a contemporary flair to the list. Discover more cool and trendy names on our list below. These are names listed as the most popular baby name choices in the US by the SSA (1).

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Loralye		Unisex	Enchanting; Alluring
Malai-Baby-Name-Meaning-&-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	A garland of flowers
Jastin-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation-And-Variations		Boy	Just; Righteous; Fair; Judicious
Manasvi		Girl	An intelligent person; Self-controlled
Mandi		Girl	Love; Lovable
Javed-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Boy	One who is alive; Eternal; Immortal
Marabella		Girl	Beautiful sea
Jawon		Boy	God is gracious
Margarette-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-2025-Popularity-Stats		Girl	Pearl
Jamai		Unisex	Protected by God
Mariko		Girl	Genuine village child; Ball child; Truth child; Long-distance child; Jasmine child
Marita		Girl	Drop of the sea; Star of the sea
Marlaina-Name-Meaning-&-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Love; A woman from Magdala
Makaia-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Complete-Baby-Name-Guide		Unisex	Who is like Yahweh?
Makaya		Unisex	Eagle hunter; God's gift; Truthful
Jasi		Unisex	Case termination; Swift; Quick; Fleet
Javy		Boy	New House
Maryjo		Girl	A bitter one
Maniyah-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Trends-And-Ultimate-Guide-For-2025		Unisex	A glass bead
Manreet		Unisex	Custom of heart
Manvi		Unisex	A primal woman
Jermel		Boy	Handsome; Good-looking boy
Jermell		Boy	Attractive appearance
Marena		Unisex	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved
Jayin		Boy	Conqueror; To win
Meaghan		Girl	Pearl
Jesper-Name-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Treasurer
Marysol		Girl	Mary of solitude
Meg-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-For-Parents		Girl	Pearl
Jeston		Boy	Just and upright individual
Maymuna		Girl	Auspicious, Blessed
Marren-Name-Guide:-Popularity,-Pronunciation,-and-Numerology		Unisex	Sea; Star of the sea; Wished-for child; Beloved; Rebellious
Marsai		Unisex	Spring; Further
Menna		Girl	Favor; Grace
Jeptha		Boy	God will judge; He opens
Meri		Girl	The marine; Deep ocean
Jiho		Boy	The aroma of compassion
Jehan		Unisex	Yahweh is gracious; To be gracious; World
Masie		Unisex	Pearl
Jeniel-Name-Meaning:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Astrology		Unisex	Gift of god
Melida-Name-Meaning,-Popularity,-Pronunciation-&-Complete-Guide		Girl	Honey
Maytal		Unisex	Dew drop
Mikaila-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Who is like God
Mazzie's-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Unisex	Luck; Steward
Mikaya		Girl	A messenger; An angel
Mccartney:-Key-Insights-Into-The-Name’s-Meaning-And-Popularity		Unisex	Son of Artan
Jerrel		Unisex	To pull
Milcah		Girl	Queen
Jontae		Boy	God is gracious
Meilah-Name:-Meaning,-Popularity,-And-Numerology-Guide-2025		Unisex	Compassionate; Kind-hearted
Mirela-Baby-Name:-Essential-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Pronunciation		Girl	An admired person; Most admirable; To admire
Miela		Girl	Sweet; Honey
Miryam		Girl	The holy virgin who wished for a child; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved
Mikaylah		Girl	Who is like God
Mizuki		Girl	Auspicious; Hope; Felicitious omen; Hope
Mohini		Girl	Most beautiful; Charming; Infatuating
Jimin		Unisex	Will; Purpose; Intellect; Gentle
Monalisa		Girl	Madam Lisa; Aristocratic; My God is an oath
Merlyn		Girl	Pony; Sea Fortress
Miara		Unisex	Merry; Sea; Jovial
Mitra-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Boy	Friend; Ally; Oath; Agreement
Nadja		Girl	Hope; Moist; Tender; Delicate
Jorawar-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation-&-Meaning		Girl	Powerful warrior; Strong leader
Jonesy		Unisex	Son of John
Nakya		Girl	Chaste or a pure girl
Nareh		Girl	Pomegranate; Fire
Neala		Girl	Cloud; Passionate; Victory; Honour; Champion
Nelia-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-9-Adorable-Nicknames		Girl	Horn
Josia		Unisex	Yahweh supports
Nimrat		Girl	The one who carries God's message; Humble
Nimue		Girl	A legendary sorceress; Lady of the lake
Neisha-Name:-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Night; Lovely flower
Mylynn		Unisex	Delicate; Gentle; Serene
Kader		Girl	Capable; Powerful; Mighty; Fate; Destiny
Naiah-Name:-A-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity,-And-More		Unisex	Wave; Sea foam
Nakari		Unisex	Man
Kameel		Boy	Perfect
Olevia		Girl	Branch of the olive tree representing peace
Noga		Boy	Brightness
Naysha		Unisex	Unique; Special
Oliana		Girl	Ancestor's descendant; Gracious; Heavenly light; Oleander
Kado		Unisex	Battle
Olivine		Girl	Olive; Olive tree
Kanye		Boy	Next in line; Let's give; Only once; Only one
Noori		Boy	Light; My light; Shining
Kahan		Unisex	Priest; Cathan's son; Lamp; Light
Kahel		Unisex	Valor; Powerful in battle
Ondine		Girl	Wave
Kaique		Boy	Waterbird
Ozella		Girl	Strength; Power
Karman		Boy	Garden; Crimson; Occupational name for a carter; Pocket
Kaihan		Unisex	Inspiring leader or warrior
Kartikeya		Boy	Son of Lord Shiva; The constellation of the Pleiades; To cut or divide
Kailand-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Trends-&-Variations		Unisex	From the narrow land; Channel; Strait
Payge		Girl	Servant; Page
Niyomi-Name:-24-Insights-Into-Pronunciation,-Traits-&-More		Unisex	My pleasantness
Pema		Girl	A Lotus
Kathir		Boy	Ray; Abundant; Much or many
Nohea		Unisex	Lovely; Handsome; Pretty
Nourah		Unisex	Light; Radiant

Infographic: Trendy Short Names Of 2020

Short names are simple and often easy to remember. In 2020, there was a rise in the preference for short names. These versatile names are adapted easily across languages while maintaining a modern, sleek appeal. Explore the infographic below to discover the top short names of 2020 and their meanings.

Illustration: Momjunction Design Team