Top Baby Names In UK For 2018

Names loved and approved by parents in the UK.

In the olden days, parents often chose baby names from the Bible, like David (beloved) or Elizabeth (my God is an oath). And even though these names are still popular today, the top UK baby names in 2018 indicate that parents are also considering options without religious significance. In 2018, Oliver (olive tree planter) topped the list as the most popular boy’s name, while Olivia (olive tree) was the favorite for girls in the UK. This indicated that parents are willing to explore new and fresh names.

Royal names like Harry (home ruler), George (farmer), Isabella (pledged to God), and Charlotte (free man) were also popular as these names indicated elegance and nobility. At the same time, simple names such as Max (the greatest), Eva (Mother of life), Finley (fair warrior), and Millie (gentle strength) also found a place on the popularity chart as parents were attracted to their deep meaning and innocent charm. The list below consists of the most popular baby names in the UK, compiled by the Office for National Statistics (1). Have a look to find a trendy and meaningful name for your little one.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Kason		Boy	An enclosure for calves; Calf town; Fruit; Village; Mist
Subhaan		Boy	Exalted; Praise; Glory
Sufyaan		Boy	Wool; Pure; Clean; Thin; Slim
Roberto		Boy	Bright fame; Bright in counsel; Shining glory
Sydney		Unisex	Saint Denis
Che-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin,-History,-And-Popularity		Boy	Hey!; Wagon; Chariot; Guy
Yosef		Boy	God shall add
Mikhail-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Variants,-Popularity-&-Insights		Boy	Who is like God
Yehuda		Boy	Praise
Trey		Boy	Three
Johnathan		Boy	God has given; Gift of God
Umair		Boy	Long-lived; Prosperous; Populous
Malcolm		Boy	A devotee of St. Columba
Shayaan		Boy	Worthy; Successful; Intelligent
Kyro		Unisex	The victorious
Zavier		Boy	The new house
Cade		Boy	Battle; Spirit of the battle; Sturdy; Round
Jonny		Boy	God is gracious
Luan		Girl	Lion
Duncan-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Brown battle
Darragh		Boy	Fruitful; Fertile; Of oak
Woodrow		Boy	Row of houses by the wood
Niam		Boy	Radiant; Bright; Law; Given by God
Raja		Boy	King; Ruler; Hope
Samir		Boy	Companion in evening talk; Wind; Air
Aydan		Boy	One who is born out of fire; The Sun God; From the moon
Jaydon-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Unisex	God will judge; Thankful
Brendan		Boy	Fiery hill; Prince; King
Alexis		Girl	Defender; Helper
Mehreen		Girl	Kindness; Love; Affection; Sun
Atarah		Girl	Crown
Eveline		Girl	To breathe; To live; Hazelnut
Dina		Girl	Judged; Religion
Mari		Girl	Donation; Mother; Genuine; Village; Reason; Logi
Jagoda		Girl	Strawberry; Berry
Mariyah		Girl	The beloved one; Drop of the sea; Bitter
Tasneem		Girl	A fountain of paradise; A spring in paradise
Enid-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Spirit; Soul; Life
Jazmin-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Fragrant jasmine flower; Gift from God
Brielle-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	God is my strength
Kayleigh		Girl	Fair; Pure; Keeper of the keys
Ayaat		Girl	The verses of Quran; Signs; Clues
Adrianna-Name-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Unisex	From Hadria; Woman from Hadria; Dark
Simona		Girl	Hearing; Listening
Mercedes-Name-Meaning-&-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Our Lady of Mercy; Gifts
Noelle-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Christmas; Birthday
Leena		Girl	Torch; Of Magdala; Tender; Sunlight
Adalyn-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Noble; Of a noble kind
Jasleen		Boy	Praise; Glory; Absorbed; Engrossed in the fame of God
Ziva		Girl	Radiance; Light; Brilliance; Brightness; Light of God; Lively woman; Alive; Living
Alesia		Girl	Helper of mankind; Noble; Kind
Lorelai-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-Popularity		Girl	Murmuring rock; Alluring temptress
Celia		Girl	The one from the heaven
Eesha		Girl	The supreme lord; Divine; Desire
Anaiyah		Girl	Caring; Compassionate
Elinor		Girl	The other Aenor
Safiyah		Girl	Pure
Carolina		Girl	Freeholder; Free woman
Caroline-Name-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Man; Independent woman
Aviana		Girl	Family; Bird; To breathe
Cassandra		Girl	Name of a prophetess; To excel; To shine
Caio		Boy	Rejoice; Joyful
Vincenzo		Boy	To conquer
Maksim		Boy	The greatest
Neel		Boy	River; Blue; Cloud; Horn; Champion
Sai		Girl	One who is divine; Influential; Saint; Difference
Aren		Boy	Eagle; Eagle ruler; Mountain of strength
Zohaib		Girl	Beloved leader
Kaiser		Boy	Emperor; Hairy
Junaid		Boy	Warrior; Army; Soldiers
Eyad		Boy	To support or reinforce
Reegan		Boy	A little king; King's child
Shivaay		Unisex	Auspicious; Gracious; Kind; Friendly
Anderson		Boy	Son of Andrew
Carlo		Boy	Free man; Army
Chace		Boy	Class; Hunt
Arun		Boy	Red; Reddish brown; Dawn; Chariot of the Sun; Eagle secret; Successful secret; Morning sun
Arin		Boy	Mountain of strength; Exalted; Ireland; Purified; Dignified
Owais		Boy	A wolf
Caius		Boy	To rejoice
Adem		Boy	Man; To be red; Made from
Terence		Unisex	Soft; Smooth; Heart
Indy		Unisex	River; Land of the Indians
Merlin		Girl	Sea; Hill fort
Gilbert-Name-Origin,-Meaning-&-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Bright pledge
Konrad		Boy	Bold counselor
Dewi-Name:-Ultimate-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-And-More		Girl	The Goddess; Beloved; Uncle
Vanesa		Girl	Butterfly; Goddess Phanessa; Venus, the Goddess of love
Perrie		Girl	Pear tree; Son of Herry; Home ruler
Noura		Girl	Light; Bloom; Blossom;
Ajwa-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-More		Boy	Tree
Adelyn-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-&-Variations		Girl	Noble
Mabli		Girl	Lovable
Adela		Girl	Noble; Gentle; Serene
Aylin		Girl	Moon halo; The one that belongs to the moon
Arfa		Unisex	High
Jane		Girl	God is gracious
Madiha		Girl	One who is worthy of praise
Alishba		Girl	My God is an oath
Ellia-Baby-Name-Meaning:-4-Origins,-History-&-Nicknames		Girl	Torch; Shining light; Other; My God is Yahweh

When you look at the list of top UK baby names in 2018, you might feel overwhelmed by the several options. To make the selection easy, start by determining the meaning you want your child’s name to convey. Then focus on the names that match the meaning. Shortlist your favorites, and then choose the one that feels right for your little one. No matter which name you pick, it will always hold a special place in your heart.

Infographic: Popular Nature-inspired Girl Names In The UK

Nature’s freshness can make a person feel calm and rejuvenated. The natural world can help lift your spirits and inspire creativity. That’s why many cultures choose baby names that are connected to nature, and the UK is no different. Take a look at the infographic below for a glimpse of the most popular nature-inspired baby girl names in the country.

Illustration: Momjunction Design Team