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
Aydah-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Noble; Nobleness; Nobility
Aysia:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning,-And-More		Girl	East; Land of the Rising Sun; Living
Azura		Girl	Sky blue
Barakah		Boy	Consent; Blessing
Bellarose-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Popularity,-Variations-&-Traits		Unisex	Beautiful rose; Famous type
Bess		Girl	My God is an oath
Bilan		Unisex	First born; Jade orchid; Green orchid
Bonita-Name-Meaning,-History,-And-Variations:-Complete-Guide		Girl	A pretty woman; Little; Good
Bronagh		Girl	Sorrow; Poignant
Calli		Girl	Most beautiful; Free man; House
Calliah-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Good or beautiful person; Flower wreath; Beloved
Capri-Name-Meaning:-Origins,-History-and-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Wild boar; Goat; Whimsical; An island in Italy
Carlota		Girl	Free man; Army
Carmela		Girl	Garden; Orchard; Fertile land
Caterina-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Pure
Cattleya		Girl	Cat orchid; From the meadow or clearing where wildcats dwell
Celestine		Unisex	Of the sky; Heavenly
Ceren		Unisex	Gazelle
Chardonnay		Girl	Tasty grapefruit; Wine; A place of thistles
Charvi		Girl	Beautiful, young lady
Cissie		Girl	One who is blind; one who cannot see
Daanya		Unisex	Gift of God; Beautiful
Dagmara		Girl	Day maid
Damla		Girl	A drop
Danah		Girl	The one from Denmark; Wise; God is my judge
Danika		Girl	Morning star; Venus
Danna		Girl	God is a judge
Debbie		Girl	Bee
Delal		Girl	Beautiful
Derya		Unisex	Sea; Ocean
Dila		Girl	Heart
Divisha		Unisex	Chief of the goddesses; Goddess; Divine wish; A name of Goddess Durga; Light; Torch
Donya		Girl	World; To be satisfied; Good
Eimaan-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Faith; Virtuous; Pious; God-fearing; Devoted to God
Eirini		Girl	Peace
Elanna		Girl	Shining; Precious; Child
Elene		Girl	Torch The bright one
Eline		Girl	One who shares light and brightness
Elizaveta		Girl	My God is an oath
Ellaria-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Sweet-Speaking; My God is Yahweh; Song; Melody
Elli		Girl	Old age; My God is an oath
Elliw		Girl	Name of a color; Over-sensitive nature
Elsy		Girl	God is an oath
Elvy		Boy	Happy; Friendly; Agreeable; True; Spear
Emel		Girl	Desire; Hope; Whole; Great
Emina-Name-Meaning-&-Popularity-in-2025:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Truthful; Loyal; One who believes in God; Fearless
Emmanuelle-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Girl	God is with us
Enna		Girl	Bird; Light; Pasture; Greens; Kindness; Elegance
Eugenie		Boy	Well-born; Noble
Euphemia		Girl	To use words of good omen; Well-spoken
Evalina		Girl	To breathe; Life; Bird
Evey		Girl	To breathe; To live; Life
Evi		Girl	To live; To breathe
Evlyn		Girl	Life; Breathe; Hazelnut; Bird
Eyra		Unisex	Slow
Fabiha		Unisex	Fortunate; Good luck; Lucky
Farhana		Girl	A cheerful and merry woman
Faridah		Girl	A unique woman
Fatemah		Girl	To abstain
Fianna		Girl	Band of warriors; Brave enemies
Fizzah		Girl	Silver
Flori		Girl	Gold coin or thread; Flower
Florie		Girl	Flowering; Flourishing
Frederica-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	Peaceful ruler
Gergana		Girl	The one who does plantation and harvesting
Giavanna		Girl	God is gracious
Gina		Girl	Queen; Maiden; Famous in battle; Farmer; Well-born
Gracelyn		Girl	Graceful lake; Grace by the lake
Gurmehar		Boy	Blessings of guru
Gwennan		Girl	Blessed and generous; Approachable; Blessed; Good-natured
Gwyneth		Girl	Irish people; Band of warriors; Happiness
Hailie-Baby-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	Hay meadow
Haley		Girl	Hay clearing; Clearing in the woods
Halo		Girl	Luminous ring; Divine aura; Disc of the Sun or Moon
Haniah-Name:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-And-Variations		Girl	Pleasant; Happy; Delighted
Harmonie		Girl	Harmony; In agreement
Harneet		Girl	Original God; A variant spelling is Harnit
Harpreet		Girl	Love of God
Havin		Girl	Summer nights
Helaina		Girl	Bright; Shining light; Torch; Corposant; Moon
Heloise		Girl	Healthy wide; Whole wide; Sun
Humayrah		Girl	Red; Crimson
Ianthe-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Violet flower
Ibtisam:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin,-Meaning,-And-Popularity		Girl	Smile
Ifra		Unisex	Prestige; Elevation; Sublime
Iliya		Girl	My God is Yahweh
Imarah		Unisex	To visit; To construct
Inaara		Unisex	Illumination; Ray of light; Chaste; Lamb
Inez		Girl	Pure; Lamb
Ipek		Unisex	Silk
Iram		Unisex	Toss; To Throw off
Jaanvi		Girl	Daughter; Another name for the river Ganga
Janet-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-Key-Insights		Girl	God Is Gracious
Janiyah		Girl	God is gracious; Favored
Jazleen		Girl	Absorbed in God; God's gift;
Jeeya-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-Nicknames		Unisex	Life; Living; Soul
Jennie		Unisex	God is gracious; Yahweh is gracious; White wave
Jumana		Girl	Rarest pearl
Kairah		Girl	Beloved friend
Kaitlynn		Girl	Pure; Each of the two; Lake

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