Top Baby Names In UK For 2017

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Top baby name in  uk for 2017

Over the years, we’ve seen some names come and go from the popularity chart. But certain traditional names have enjoyed a stable popularity. The top UK baby names 2017 list is led by the masculine name Oliver (olive tree planter) and the feminine name Olivia (olive tree) which indicates parents’ love for traditional names with a long history and familiarity. Names that belong to royal figures also enjoy immense popularity in the country. Popular names like Amelia (work), Harry (home ruler), George (farmer), and Isabella (pledged to God) prove that parents associate royal names with power and prestige making them alluring choices for a baby name.

A notable trend in baby names is the love for short names with deep meanings. For boys, names like Jack (God is gracious), Noah (comfort), and Leo (lion) became quite popular, while Isla (island), Ava (guarantee), and Lily (oath of God) became preferred choices for girls. Gender-neutral names such as Charlie (free man), Sienna (wickerwork), and Teddy (rich guard) also earned much love and attention from parents, indicating the growing demand for flexible names. But that’s not all—many more popular and beloved names are in the list below. Compiled by the Office for National Statistics (1), this collection of popular names in the UK can help you discover the perfect name for your little one.

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NameGenderMeaning
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Oliver
Baby Boy Sign Boy Olive; Olive tree planter; Ancestor's descendant; All cautious
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Olivia
Baby Girl Sign Girl Peace; Olive tree
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Amelia
Baby Girl Sign Girl Hard working; Industrious
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Harry
Baby Boy Sign Boy Ruler of the household
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George
Baby Boy Sign Boy Farmer; Earth worker
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Emily
Baby Girl Sign Girl To strive; To excel; Hardworking; Rival
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Jack
Baby Boy Sign Boy God is gracious; Healthy; Supplanter
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Isla
Baby Girl Sign Girl Island
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Ava
Baby Girl Sign Girl Desire; Life; Bird-like; Voice; Sound
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Jacob
Baby Boy Sign Boy May God protect; Holder of the heel; Supplanter
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Isabella
Baby Girl Sign Girl God is my oath
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Noah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Rest; Comfort
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Charlie
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Free man; Army
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Lily
Baby Girl Sign Girl Name of a flower; Purity; Innocence
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Muhammad
Baby Boy Sign Boy Praiseworthy; Praised one; Praise; Commendable
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Jessica
Baby Girl Sign Girl God beholds
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Ella
Baby Girl Sign Girl Beautiful; Goddess; Other
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Thomas
Baby Boy Sign Boy Twin
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Mia
Baby Girl Sign Girl Mine; Dear; Darling; Wished-for child; Sea of bitterness; Beloved; Rebelliousness
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Oscar
Baby Boy Sign Boy God's spear; Friend of deer
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William
Baby Boy Sign Boy Will; Protector
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Sophia
Baby Girl Sign Girl She who possesses great knowledge and wisdom
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James
Baby Boy Sign Boy Supplanter
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Charlotte
Baby Girl Sign Girl Free person; Petite
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Leo
Baby Boy Sign Boy Lion
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Poppy
Baby Girl Sign Girl Red flowering plant
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Sophie
Baby Girl Sign Girl She who is wise
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Alfie
Baby Boy Sign Boy Elf counsel
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Henry
Baby Boy Sign Boy Home ruler
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Grace
Baby Girl Sign Girl Goodness; Generosity
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Joshua
Baby Boy Sign Boy God is salvation
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Evie
Baby Girl Sign Girl Life; Breathe; Hazelnut
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Alice
Baby Girl Sign Girl Noble; Kind; Nobility
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Freddie
Baby Boy Sign Boy Peace
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Archie
Baby Boy Sign Boy Holy and bold; Genuine and brave; Brave master
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Scarlett
Baby Girl Sign Girl The color scarlet; Bright red; A person who sold or made clothes made of scarlet
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Ethan
Baby Boy Sign Boy Enduring; Firm; Strong
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Freya
Baby Girl Sign Girl A noble woman
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Isaac
Baby Boy Sign Boy He will laugh; He will rejoice; Laughter
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Florence
Baby Girl Sign Girl Flourishing; Prosperous
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Isabelle
Baby Girl Sign Girl My God is an oath; Devoted to God
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Alexander
Baby Boy Sign Boy Defender of mankind
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Joseph
Baby Boy Sign Boy He will add; Praise
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Daisy
Baby Girl Sign Girl Daisy flower; Day eye
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Chloe
Baby Girl Sign Girl Fresh blooming; Ripe green shoot; Yellow
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Edward
Baby Boy Sign Boy Rich guard
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Samuel
Baby Boy Sign Boy Name of God; God has heard
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Phoebe
Baby Girl Sign Girl Bright; Radiant
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Max
Baby Boy Sign Boy The greatest
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Matilda
Baby Girl Sign Girl Strength in battle
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Logan
Baby Boy Sign Boy Little hollow
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Ruby
Baby Girl Sign Girl A precious red jewel; Red gemstone
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Lucas
Baby Boy Sign Boy Bringer of light; From Lucania; Light
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Evelyn
Baby Girl Sign Girl Life; Hazelnut; Lake; Beauty
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Daniel
Baby Boy Sign Boy God is my judge
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Sienna
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Reddish brown clay; Border; Wicker work
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Sofia
Baby Girl Sign Girl Wisdom
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Theo
Baby Boy Sign Boy Gift of God; God; Folk; People
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Arthur
Baby Boy Sign Boy Bear king; Bear
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Eva
Baby Girl Sign Girl To breathe; To live; Mother of life; Full of life
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Elsie
Baby Girl Sign Girl God is my oath; Pledged to God
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Mohammed
Baby Boy Sign Boy Praised; Commendable
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Harrison
Baby Boy Sign Boy House ruler; Son of Harry
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Benjamin
Baby Boy Sign Boy Son of the right hand; Son of the south
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Ivy
Baby Girl Sign Girl Climber plant; Fig
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Mason
Baby Boy Sign Boy Stone worker
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Millie
Baby Girl Sign Girl Gentle strength; Brave
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Esme
Baby Boy Sign Boy Esteemed; Love; Supreme
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Finley
Baby Boy Sign Boy Fair hero; White Warrior
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Sebastian
Baby Boy Sign Boy From Sebaste; Venerable; Exalted
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Rosie
Baby Girl Sign Girl Rose; Famous type
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Adam
Baby Boy Sign Boy Son of the Earth; Formed of earth; Red; One from the soil
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Imogen
Baby Girl Sign Girl Maiden; Beloved child
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Dylan
Baby Boy Sign Boy To tide; To flow
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Elizabeth
Baby Girl Sign Girl My God is an oath
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Zachary
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh has remembered; To remember
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Maya
Baby Girl Sign Girl Illusion; Magic; Sea of bitterness; Beloved; Good mother; Dame
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Riley
Baby Boy Sign Boy Clearing of rye; Valiant
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Layla
Baby Girl Sign Girl Night; Dark
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Emilia
Baby Girl Sign Girl Rival; Laborious; Eager
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Teddy
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Rich guard; Gift of God
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Lola
Baby Girl Sign Girl Sorrows
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Theodore
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God's gift
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Lucy
Baby Girl Sign Girl Light
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David
Baby Boy Sign Boy Beloved; Uncle
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Elijah
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh is my God
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Jake
Baby Boy Sign Boy Holder of the heel; Supplanter; Yahweh is gracious
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Eliza
Baby Girl Sign Girl My God is an oath; Pledged to God; Joyful
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Erin
Baby Boy Sign Boy Ireland; Green water; From the island
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Toby
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh is good
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Eleanor
Baby Girl Sign Girl The other Aenor; Shining light; Riches; Fame
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Louie
Baby Boy Sign Boy Famous warrior
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Ellie
Baby Girl Sign Girl God is my light; My God is an oath; Torch
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Reuben
Baby Boy Sign Boy Behold a son
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Thea
Baby Girl Sign Girl Divine; Greek Goddess Theia
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Harriet
Baby Girl Sign Girl Home ruler
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Arlo
Baby Boy Sign Boy Fortified hill; Between two highlands
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Hugo
Baby Boy Sign Boy Mind; Spirit; Thought
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Maisie
Baby Girl Sign Girl Pearl
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Jaxon
Baby Boy Sign Boy Son of Jack; God is gracious
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Finding the perfect name for your little one is not an easy task. So, this list of top UK baby names in 2017 can help you understand the names that most parents across the country have chosen for their children. You may glance through the names and shortlist the ones you prefer before finally deciding upon the final name for your child. Whether you opt for a popular name or something more unique, remember to choose a name your child will be proud to carry.

Infographic: Popular Spiritual Names For UK Babies In 2017

Historically and across civilizations, names with religious connotations have been popular with parents. These names are seen to honor one’s faith and connect the child to their spiritual heritage. The infographic below offers a look at baby names with spiritual meanings that were popular in the UK in 2017. Have a look to see if any of these names suit your preference.

Popular Spiritual Names For UK Babies In 2017(infographic)

Illustration: Momjunction Design Team

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  1. Baby names in England and Wales: 2016.
    https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths/bulletins/babynamesenglandandwales/2016
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