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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Browse Top Baby Names by Gender
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| Name | Gender | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Girl | May father is joy; He rejoices; My father is light | |
| | Girl | Star; Goddess of the moon | |
| | Girl | Ruler; Commander; Prince | |
| | Boy | A knight; Serving lad | |
| | Girl | Spring; Springtime | |
| | Girl | Rhythm; Flow | |
| | Boy | Coffee; Brew | |
| | Boy | Mayor; Leader; Giving light | |
| |  Unisex | Jewel; One with youth and strength | |
| | Boy | One who is pure | |
| | Girl | Strife; Discord | |
| | Boy | Sacred syllable; Primordial sound | |
| | Boy | Helper; Victorious; Protector | |
| | Boy | Hare land; Rock hill; Army hill; Grey land | |
| | Girl | Torch; Sunray; Shining light 60 | |
| | Boy | May God live | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath | |
| | Boy | Friend; Amicable; Busy; Ant | |
| | Boy | A born warrior; One who is manly and brave | |
| | Unisex | Search; Journey; Adventure; Mission; Pursuit | |
| | Girl | Clear; Pure; Flawless | |
| | Boy | Announcement; Call to prayer | |
| | Girl | Joyful; From Lassy | |
| | Girl | Eternal; Immortal; To last forever | |
| | Boy | Fortress; Fortification; Castle; Of the Borough | |
| | Girl | The one who intoxicates; Mead woman; Expert | |
| | Unisex | Exquisitely beautiful; Amiable; Loving; Lovable | |
| | Boy | Settlement of free men | |
| | Girl | Island | |
| | Unisex | Ambitious; Intelligent; Charismatic | |
| | Girl | Sign of miracle; God's existence and greatness | |
| | Boy | Free man; Army | |
| | Girl | From the moon; Returner; To bring back | |
| | Boy | From the Crow's ford | |
| | Boy | A ruler who rules in peace | |
| | Unisex | Calf | |
| | Boy | An immortal bird; Dark red; Crimson | |
| | Girl | Messenger | |
| | Boy | Friend of horses | |
| | Girl | Deliver us; Rescue; Savior; Save | |
| | Boy | Son of fair-haired one | |
| | Girl | A garden of Heaven; Paradise | |
| | Girl | Cypress tree | |
| | Boy | Yahweh supports | |
| | Boy | God's beloved | |
| | Girl | Dark Red Wood | |
| | Girl | Beloved; Love | |
| | Boy | Victory of the people | |
| | Unisex | Unique and modern name | |
| | Boy | From Laurentum; Crowned with laurel | |
| | Girl | Kent river valley | |
| | Unisex | Son of Jack; Son of God's grace | |
| | Unisex | Son of Jack | |
| | Boy | God's gift | |
| | Girl | City of Sedona in Arizona | |
| | Boy | A person from Rockwell; Wood or well frequented by rooks | |
| | Boy | Of Rome | |
| | Girl | Storm; Wild; Turbulent | |
| | Unisex | Price; Worth | |
| | Unisex | Fire; Flame | |
| | Boy | Happy; Lucky | |
| | Girl | Mind; Heart; Conscience | |
| | Girl | Hospitality | |
| | Unisex | Heavenly; Blind | |
| | Unisex | Crown; Treasure of heavenly love | |
| | Boy | Immortal; Eternal; Everlasting; Rising sun | |
| | Boy | Son of Bradan; Salmon; Broad valley | |
| | Unisex | Light; Glow; Splendor | |
| | Unisex | A sorrowful man | |
| | Unisex | Strong; Vigorous; Healthy | |
| | Boy | Life | |
| | Girl | Torch; Shining light; Other; My God is Yahweh | |
| | Unisex | To breathe; Bird-like | |
| | Boy | Slender; Victorious | |
| | Unisex | Star | |
| | Girl | Bean farmer | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath | |
| | Unisex | Person from Airelle in France | |
| | Boy | Deer park; Deer settlement; Son of Diarmuid or Dermot | |
| | Girl | Pledge; Hostage | |
| | Unisex | Descendant of Damhán; Calf; Fawn; Little dark one; Lord of gods | |
| | Boy | Mars; The god of war; Warlike; Male; Horse border; Wolf border | |
| | Unisex | Gift of God | |
| | Girl | Fiery; Ember | |
| | Boy | A God-like angel; An angel of God | |
| | Girl | Of Magdala; Tower | |
| | Unisex | God contends | |
| | Boy | My struggle; My wrestling | |
| | Girl | Pearl | |
| | Unisex | Yahweh supports | |
| | Boy | Champion; Hero; Passionate; Cloud | |
| | Girl | Bitterness; Wished for child | |
| | Girl | Gold | |
| | Boy | Small and humble | |
| | Boy | Dragon; Noble; Prosperous | |
| | Girl | Servant of God; Worshipper | |
| | Boy | Peace; Sun | |
| | Girl | The people; Wales | |
| | Unisex | A name of a small Scottish river; Evening; Of Afton | |
| | Girl | Town of Agnes | |
As the world continues to evolve, the trend in baby names also changes with time. The popular baby names of 2020 depict this dynamic change, highlighting the growing demand for baby names that carry deep meaning and historical significance. Most parents seemed to be drawn to distinctive names that reflected their individuality. These names also depicted their hopes, dreams, and aspirations. By exploring the names listed above, you can find a name that appeals to you and aligns with your vision for your child’s identity and future.
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
References
- Popular Names in 2019.
https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/
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