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
Davidson		Boy	Son of David
Enid-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Spirit; Soul; Life
Gretel		Girl	Pearl
Hadiya-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity-&-What-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Leader; Guide
Daven-Baby-Name-Guide:-Origin,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Unisex	Descendant of Damháin; Uncle; Beloved
Ellington-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Name of places in England; Ellis' town; Elf town; Old settlement
Eshaan		Boy	God; Supreme Being; Lord; One of the many names of Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu; Sun
Hareem		Girl	Dedicated to God; Destroyed; With pierced nose; A sacred, forbidden place
Demar		Unisex	Marsh
Etienne:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity-In-2025		Boy	Crown; Wreath; Fame
Dino		Boy	A little sword; Brave bear; Camellia flower
Faizan-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin-&-More		Boy	Successful; Ruler; Benefit; Generous
Janell-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Lord is merciful
Inayah		Girl	Care; Concern
Geo		Boy	Earth; Farmer
Haelyn		Unisex	Hay clearing; Lake
Georgios		Boy	Farmer; Earthworker
Kambria		Girl	Wales; The people of Wales; Compatriots
Giles		Boy	Young goat
Jazleen		Girl	Absorbed in God; God's gift;
Ferris-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Boy	Man of vigor
Hashem		Boy	Crusher; Breaker; The name
Kensi-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Popularity,-&-Pronunciation		Boy	Handsome; Beautiful; Good
Kristel		Girl	Christian; Follower of the Christ; Anointed
Khole-Name-Meaning-And-Popularity-Trends:-Key-Insights		Boy	Gazelle; Beautiful
Hayze		Unisex	Hedged enclosure; Wind; Fire
Jakson		Boy	A mainly man's son
Jacky-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Unisex	Supplanter; To follow; May God protect
Jaydyn		Boy	Grateful; Appreciative; God will judge
Leandra		Girl	Lion-like
Lillia		Girl	My god is an oath; Lily flower
Jayvien-Baby-Name-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Insights		Boy	Unique; Modern; Charismatic
Jeremyah		Boy	God will uplift
Josemaria-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Raised; He who pardons; He will add; Beloved; Wished for child
Laiya		Unisex	Weary
Layana		Unisex	Shining; Glowing; Place of rest
Marcelina		Girl	Dedicated to Mars; Roman God of war
Maram		Boy	Wish; Desire; Aspire
Marcia		Girl	Dedicated to Mars; Warlike; Roman God Mars
Kelan		Boy	Swampy area; Slender; Thin
Lynden		Unisex	Linden tree
Maloni		Unisex	Lightning; Kind; Pleasing; Agreeable
Keshaun		Girl	Horse line
Milagro		Girl	A miracle
Kamrin		Girl	Crooked nose
Meklit-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity,-Pronunciation-&-More		Girl	Talent
Minna		Girl	Will; Desire; Protection; Faithful guard; Courtly love
Kiernan-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Son of a lord; Little dark one; Black; Dark
Mylie		Girl	Gracious; Dear; Soldier
Lucious		Boy	Light; Shining bright
Nayelli		Girl	I love you; Open
Lynx		Boy	Cat; Light; Brightness
Nalaya:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Unisex	Gift; Beloved
Maclin		Unisex	Son of the servant of John
Mekai:-Ultimate-Baby-Name-Guide,-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-More		Unisex	The well on the other side
Saja		Girl	A calm and tranquil person; Lion
Mikaeel		Boy	Who is like God
Salina-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Heaven; Light; Moon
Normani		Unisex	Northman; Norseman
Miloh		Boy	Soldier; Gracious
Saria-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	A princess; Noblewoman; Lady
Savana		Girl	Hearing; Flowing; Solar; Sacrificial libation; The moon; Name of varuna
Nahom-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Pronunciation		Boy	Comforter
November		Unisex	Nine
Narek		Boy	Name of an Armenian saint; A city in Ancient Armenia
Nasser		Boy	Victory-maker; Granter of victory; Helper; Protector; Supporter
Nicholai		Boy	People's victory
Oslo		Girl	Meadow of the Gods; Meadow at the foot of the hill; River mouth
Tyanna-Name-Meaning-&-Popularity-in-2025:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Disciple or devotee of Jesus Christ
Scotlynn		Unisex	Land of the Scots; Gaelic speaker
Pascal		Boy	Relating to Easter; Passover
Prayan		Boy	Progress; March; Departure
Tanisha		Unisex	Ambition
Rigo		Boy	Famous ruler; Thrush; Blackbird; Powerful king
Tierra		Unisex	Earth
Rishabh		Boy	Superior; Excellent; A musical note; Bull; Lord Vishnu
Yessenia		Girl	Palm tree
Ruhan		Unisex	Spiritual; Kind-hearted; Fame; Wolf; Yahweh is gracious
Rune		Boy	Secret; Happy
Ryne-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Little king
Adelie		Girl	Noble; Nobility
Adelin:-A-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity,-And-Variations		Girl	Noble; Nobility
Zaylie		Girl	Nobility; Sea strength; Azalea flower; Berry wood
Aaniyah-Name:-Complete-Profile-With-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Favor; Grace; Lofty; Sublime; High
Siah		Unisex	Yahweh supports
Taylan		Boy	Tall
Alahna		Girl	Unique beauty
Tiger		Unisex	Large striped animal
Weylyn		Unisex	Craft; Cunning
Alizae-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-And-Popularity		Girl	Joyful; Bright; Noble
Aliyanna-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Unisex	Higher; Exalted; Noble
Willy-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Resolute protector; Will helmet
Amellia		Girl	Unceasing; Vigorous; Brave
Zaidan		Boy	To increase
Younes		Unisex	Dove
Amillia		Girl	Unceasing; Vigorous; Brave
Arianne-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Complete-Guide		Girl	Most holy; Silver
Anaira		Girl	Unique; Graceful; Different; Precious; Joyful
Abrar		Boy	Virtuous; Wise; Smart; Intelligent
Asya		Girl	Resurrection; Defending men; Asia; East

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