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
Zirwa		Unisex	Pinnacle; Top; The very best
Muse		Unisex	Son; Deliver
Nevada		Boy	White crystals of frozen water
Nafis:-Origin,-Meaning,-Variations,-And-Nicknames		Unisex	Precious; Valuable; Exquisite
Nicoli		Boy	The conquest of the nation
Zuzu		Unisex	Lily; Rose; Lotus
Niilo		Boy	The one who is extraordinary in speaking
Nahuel		Unisex	Jaguar
Nikash-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-In-2025		Boy	Distance; Skyline; Possibility; Perspective
Adelise		Girl	Nobleness; Nobility;
Nakoda-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Unisex	Indigenous tribe in USA; Friend; Ally
Adena-Name-Meaning-Guide:-Origin,-Traits-&-Nicknames		Girl	Delicate; Mild; Gentle; Adorned; Pleasure; Delight
Nayib		Boy	Noble; Distinguished
Nameer		Unisex	Leopard
Niraj		Boy	One who was born in water; Lotus
Nishant		Boy	The end of night; Dawn
Adaleen		Girl	Noble
Aarvika		Unisex	Universal; Lord Ganesha
Nomar		Boy	Imaginative and content individual
Nicasio		Boy	To win; To conquer; Victory
Nooh-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-Pronunciation		Boy	Rest; Repose
North		Boy	A person who lived to the north; Left or below
Nunzio		Boy	Announced; God's messenger
Abree		Unisex	Father of many
Afiya		Girl	Health
Abrish		Unisex	May God protect you
Nirvair		Girl	One without enmity or hate; Amicable
Adalay		Unisex	Noble one
Ociel-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Ultimate-Guide		Boy	Heavenly-like; Heaven; From the sky
Nio		Unisex	Beam; Bridge; Elevation; Mast
Adrea		Girl	From Hadria
Olli		Boy	Ancestor's descendant; Olive; Olive tree; All guard
Adrionna		Girl	From Hadria
Akshita		Girl	Imperishable; Uninjured
Alayne		Girl	Precious; Child; Light; Harmony
Alberta-Baby-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Noble; Bright
Onir-Name:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Key-Insights		Boy	Shining; Extraordinary
Aleema		Girl	Knowledgeable; Intellectual; Learned
Adrie		Girl	From Hadria
Orie		Boy	Cherry Blossom; To Pray; Golden City
Osric-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin-&-Numerology		Boy	God's rule; God's power
Ohaji		Unisex	Conquering warrior
Ossian		Boy	Fawn; a trusted and happy individual
Aftyn		Unisex	Evening, River
Ovidio		Boy	Like a sheep
Owens		Boy	Noble born; Son of Owen
Ahlia-Name-Meaning-&-Popularity:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Spouse; Family
Alika		Girl	Defender or helper of the people; Most beautiful
Owin		Boy	Noble born
Oxford		Boy	Oxen crossing; From Oxford
Aleanna		Girl	Sun; Most holy
Oluwaseun		Unisex	Thanking God
Ahria:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Music; Melody
Alegra		Girl	Joyful; Cheerful
Oluwatosin		Unisex	God is worth worshiping
Aily-Name:-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-Meaning-&-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Hazelnut; Bird; Juniper tree
Omi		Boy	Sound of the universe; Pleasantness; Populous; Flourishing; Honor; Dignity
Panayiotis		Boy	All holy
Alyona		Girl	Bright and shining light; Torch; Moon
Otniel		Boy	Lion of God; Strength of God
Aizel		Unisex	Moon flood
Onyekachi		Unisex	No one is grander than God
Alys		Girl	Of the noble kind; Honorable
Ajuni		Unisex	Quality of supreme; Beyond birth
Alyss		Girl	One who is noble and honorable
Alyxandria		Girl	Defender of humankind
Amarisa		Girl	Beloved; Famous in battle; Wished-for child
Allysson		Boy	Noble; Majestic; Magnificent; Kind
Perez		Boy	Burst; Breakthrough; Rock; Son of Pero, Pedro, or Peter; Divided
Pesach		Boy	Passover
Alera		Unisex	Enough; Ruler of all; To choose
Paarth		Boy	Friend of all; Epithet of Arjuna; One who never misses his target
Parv		Girl	Festival; Celebration
Pike		Boy	A Spear; Stone; Rock; Hill point; Sharp; Pointed; Fisherman
Aliha		Unisex	Respected; Noble; Exalted
Piotr		Boy	Rock; Stone
Paulie		Girl	Small; Humble
Pape		Unisex	Father
Amisha		Girl	Longing; Desire
Pippin		Boy	A boy who inspires awe; Traveller
Amrita		Girl	Immortal
Prestin		Boy	One who is from the priest's farm
Anabela		Girl	Graceful and beautiful; Lovable
Alynn		Unisex	Little rock; Handsome
Raahil		Boy	One who departs for a journey; Traveler; Guide; Ewe
Raahim-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity,-Nicknames-&-More		Boy	One who is compassionate; Kind
Amiera		Girl	Princess; Leader
Amilla		Girl	Brave; Vigorous; Unceasing; Rival
Andreea		Girl	Male; Manly; Brave; Virility
Andreina		Girl	Male; Manly; Brave; Virility
Rahul-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Ultimate-Guide		Boy	Conqueror of all miseries; Able; Efficient
Ambriel		Unisex	Energy of God; Angel of communication and protection
Rameses		Boy	Son of Ra; The Sun God
Anokhi		Girl	The unique one
Raoul		Boy	Wise wolf; Red wolf; Wolf shield
Ras		Boy	Beloved; Desire; Duke; Swift
Americus		Unisex	Home ruler; Brave king
Anoushka		Girl	Grace; A favour
Raunak		Boy	Light; Happiness; Pride; Glory
Anura-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Complete-Guide		Girl	Dignified; Intelligent; Honorable

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