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
Siara		Girl	Mountain range
Sibel-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-History:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Water fountain; Prophet; Chosen
Sifa		Unisex	He will add; Praise
Silvie		Girl	Forest
Simisola-Name-Meaning:-Pronunciation-Guide,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Rest in wealth
Simra		Girl	Memory; Fruit; Benefit, Result
Simrat-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Numerology		Girl	Meditate; Remembered
Sira		Girl	First daughter; Graceful; Petite; Delicate; Older; Elder
Sirat		Girl	Path; Way; Journey
Sirine-Name-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Similar-Names		Unisex	Melodious, enchanting, divine
Sofya		Girl	Wisdom
Soleil-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Key-Insights		Boy	Sun
Solin		Girl	Beautiful garden
Somaya		Girl	High; Lofty; Elevated
Sonya		Unisex	Wisdom; Knowledge; Intelligent; Skillful; Wise
Soraia-Name-Meaning,-Origin-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Unisex	The Pleiades; Princess; Bright woman; Morning star
Sriya		Girl	Superior; Best
Stephany		Girl	Crown; Wreath
Sukayna		Girl	Calmness; Peace
Sumaira		Girl	A companion to talk in the evening
Sumeya		Unisex	High above
Sunaina		Girl	A girl with beautiful eyes
Sunshine-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-7-Essential-FAQs		Girl	Light from the sun
Suzannah		Girl	Lily; Lotus; Rose
Suzy		Girl	A dame who is like a lily flower
Taara		Girl	Elevated place; Star
Tahani		Unisex	Greetings; Best wishes; Congratulations
Tahreem		Unisex	Respected; Respectful
Taiya		Girl	Very graceful; Extremely elegant; Gift of God
Taliya		Girl	Gentle dew from heaven; By the water; To blossom; Dew from God
Tasha		Unisex	Christ's birthday; Resurrection
Taybah		Girl	Repentant; Pious; Virtuous; Devoted
Tehillah		Girl	To praise or shine; Glory
Teya-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity-&-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	God's gift
Thandiwe		Boy	The loving one
Thia		Unisex	Woman from Cynthus; Goddess
Tiegan		Girl	Darling; Pretty; Descendant of Tadhgán
Tilia-Name-Meaning:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Nicknames		Girl	Heritage; Fortune; Lime or teil tree
Tilley		Girl	Strength in battle
Tilli		Girl	One who is mighty in battle
Tirzah		Girl	Favorable; Delight
Vaila-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Trends		Unisex	Foreign Isle
Valerija		Girl	Strong
Vedha		Girl	Wisdom; Knowledge
Vedika		Unisex	Knowledge; Sacred texts
Venba		Unisex	Melody; Classical Tamil poetry; Tree
Vianna-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Alive; Lively
Viha		Girl	Heaven; The sky; Air
Vihana		Unisex	Morning; Dawn
Viktorie		Girl	Victorious
Vrinda		Girl	Holy basil; Multitude; Ten hundred millions; Goddess Radha
Wajeeha:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	Eminent; Distinguished; Notable
Warda-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History---Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Rose; Guardian
Wilma		Girl	Resolute protector; Strong-willed warrior; Desire for protection; Vehement protector
Xara		Girl	Rockrose; Yahweh knows; Happiness
Yalda-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-and-Variations:-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Longest night of the year
Yalina		Girl	One who is soft and delicate; Elegant; Beautiful; Graceful
Yarah-Name-Meaning:-A-Guide-To-Origins,-History,-And-Popularity		Girl	Honeycomb; Honeysuckle; Small butterfly; Water lady; Strong
Yohana		Girl	God is gracious
Yomna		Boy	Rightmost; Lucky
Ysella:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Variations		Girl	Modest
Yumi		Girl	A beautiful archery bow
Yusairah		Unisex	Name of a Sahabiyyah
Yvaine		Girl	Evening star; Well born
Zaiba		Unisex	Beautiful
Zaida		Girl	Victorious; Fortunate; Prosperous
Zala		Girl	Rose; Shininess
Zanna-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Lily; Rose; Lotus; True
Zeenia		Girl	Flower; Welcoming; Life of Zeus; Hospitality
Zelie		Girl	Nobleness
Zenaya		Unisex	To give thanks
Zienna-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Meaning		Unisex	Orange-red clay
Zlata-Name-Meaning,-Popularity,-Pronunciation:-Ultimate-Guide		Girl	Golden
Zohal		Girl	Remote; To be distant; To linger away from others; Moon; Planet Saturn
Zoyah		Girl	Life
Zubaida		Girl	Elite; Prime; Soft-bodied; Like cream
Zyra		Unisex	Shining; Blooming flower; Moonlight
Zyva-Baby-Name:-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Unisex	Bright; Radiant
Aanaya-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Comprehensive-Guide-for-2025		Unisex	Goddess; Bringing; Investiture with the sacred thread; Consecrated fire
Aaniyah-Name:-Complete-Profile-With-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Favor; Grace; Lofty; Sublime; High
Aanvi		Girl	To seek or follow; Small; Goddess Parvati
Aarika		Girl	Beautiful; Lovely; Beautiful water lily; Golden; Gilded
Aaruhi		Unisex	Ascending; Mount; Horse rider
Aashvi		Girl	Blessed; Prosperous; Victorious
Aastha		Girl	Faith; Belief
Aatikah		Girl	Beautiful; Charitable; Loving
Aaya		Unisex	Beautiful; Miracle; Bird; Melody
Aayana		Girl	Mirror; Moving; Way; Sun course or path
Aazeen		Unisex	Beauty; Adornment
Aber		Boy	Confluence of water; River mouth; I am good
Abigael		Girl	My father's joy; My father rejoices
Adalina		Girl	Noble; Honorable; Gentle; Soft
Addyson-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-&-History		Girl	Son of Adam
Adea		Girl	Given by God; Noble; Nobility; Wide justice
Aderyn		Girl	Bird
Adia-Name-Meaning:-3-Origins,-5-Spellings,-3-Nicknames		Girl	A gift; Queen; Given by God; Nobleness; Nobility; Wide justice
Adwoa-Name:-Guide-To-Popularity,-Meaning,-&-Pronunciation		Girl	One born on a Monday
Aeris		Girl	Earth; Strife; Discord
Afra-Name-Meaning:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Ultimate-Guide		Girl	Whitish red; Earth-colored; Person from Africa; Thirteenth night of the month; Untrodden ground
Afsheen		Girl	Glittering as a star

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