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
Taylon		Boy	Talon; Claw; Anklebone
Temitope		Boy	One who is worthy for praise
Teofil		Boy	One who loves God
Terrance-Name-Origin-&-Meaning:-Variations-And-Nicknames		Unisex	Smooth; Soft
Teyo		Boy	God
Thabit		Boy	Firm
Thaddaeus		Boy	Heart
Theoden-Name-Origin,-Meaning,-Popularity-Guide-in-2025		Boy	Leader of the people; King; Ruler
Thibault		Boy	Fearless people
Thompson		Boy	Son of Thomas
Thoren		Boy	Thunder
Tiaan		Boy	A Christian; Follower of Christ
Tighe		Boy	Poet
Timon-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Boy	To honor; To esteem
Tin		Boy	Man; Male; Strong; Vigorous; Healthy; Trust; Believe
Tinashe		Girl	We are with God; Together with the Lord; God is with us
Tirth		Unisex	Holy place; Sacred water; A worthy person
Torey		Unisex	Savior; Victor; Conqueror
Torsten		Boy	Thor's stone; Enclosure; Settlement
Toure		Unisex	Elephant
Turhan		Unisex	Of Mercy
Tyr		Boy	God; Deity
Tyran:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Pronunciation		Boy	Strong; Fierce; Ruler
Tyus-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Gift of God
Tzion		Boy	Castle; Desert; Highest point; Promised land
Ugo-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Personality-Traits		Unisex	Mind; Thought; Spirit; Eagle
Uttam		Boy	Best; Superior
Uzziah		Boy	God is strong; My power is Yahweh
Vadim-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Discover-History,-Pronunciation		Boy	To accuse; To argue
Valentim		Boy	Strong; Healthy
Valerio		Boy	To be strong
Van		Unisex	Marsh; Fen
Varo:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Astrology-And-More,-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Healthy; Strong; Brave
Vedanth-Name-Meaning-And-Origins:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	One who has complete knowledge of the Vedas
Vedh		Unisex	Sacred knowledge; Wisdom; Quake
Vega		Unisex	Meadow; Plain; Swooping eagle; Speed; Velocity; Quickness; Momentum; Dweller in the meadow; One who lives on the plain
Vidyut-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Pronunciation,-and-Popularity		Boy	Electric current; Lightning; The dawn
Vikram		Boy	Stride; Pace; Valor
Viliam		Boy	Will helmet
Vin-Baby-Name:-Origin,-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Complete-Guide		Boy	To conquer
Vir		Boy	Brave; Courageous; Hero; Powerful; Spear friendly
Vishan		Unisex	Horn; Tusk
Vivian-Name-Meaning-Guide:-Uncover-Origin,-History-&-Popularity		Unisex	Alive
Walker		Unisex	Cloth walker
Warner		Boy	Cautious army; Defender
Wayde		Unisex	A ford; To go
Whittaker		Boy	White field
Wilbert-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Bright will or desire
Wisam-Baby-Name:-Pronunciation,-Meaning,-And-Essential-Guide		Boy	Medal; Badge; Decoration
Wraith-Baby-Name:-Pronunciation,-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Ghost; Spirit
Wulfric		Boy	Wolf ruler
Wylder		Unisex	Wild animal
Wylie		Unisex	Willow clearing; Woodland clearing
Wyn-Name-Meaning,-History,-And-Variations:-Complete-Guide		Unisex	White; Blessed
Xan-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-More		Unisex	Yahweh is gracious
Yafi-Baby-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-For-2025		Unisex	A narrator of Hadith
Yago-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity,-Pronunciation-&-More		Boy	Supplanter; Holder of the heel; May God protect; Universally
Yair		Boy	He shines
Yansh		Boy	God name
Yiannis		Boy	God is gracious
Yonas		Boy	Dove
Yoshua-Name-Meaning-&-Pronunciation:-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	God is salvation
Yousha		Girl	Gift
Yuna		Girl	Gentleness; Friendliness; Excellence
Yuven-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Trends,-And-Traits		Unisex	Prince; Young; Youthful
Yuvin		Unisex	Youth; A young adult; Excellent; Healthy; Strong
Zaahir		Boy	Bright; Shining; Radiant; Manifest; Clear; Outward; Evident
Zacchaeus		Boy	Pure
Zaheen		Unisex	Intelligent; Sharp-minded; Deep thinking; Sagacious; Clever
Zahin-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Unisex	Intellectual; Sagacious; Clever
Zakwan		Boy	Sharp-witted; Intelligent
Zamir		Boy	Conscience; Mind; Heart; Good voice; Singer
Zayde		Girl	Growth and progress; Son; Noble; Born; Elderly man; Grandfather
Ze		Unisex	He will add; Grace; Pool; Lustre; Moist; Sun
Zedekiah		Unisex	Justice of Yahweh; God is my righteousness; God is mighty and just
Zein		Boy	Beauty; Grace; Handsome
Ziyah		Unisex	Light; Glow; Splendor
Ziyon:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning,-and-Popularity		Girl	Citadel located in the center of Jerusalem
Zohair		Boy	To shine; To be radiant; To give light
Zyaan-Name-Insights:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Nicknames		Unisex	Adornment; Decoration; Beautification
Zyren		Unisex	Unique; Powerful; Mysterious
Aaeesha		Girl	Life; Alive; Living
Aahna		Girl	Exist; To live
Aalimah		Girl	A woman of high stature and authority; A female scholar
Aalya		Girl	Exalted; Elevated; Sublime; Lofty; Ascending
Aamena-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-Popularity		Girl	Trustworthy; Faithful; Secure
Aana		Girl	Favour; Grace
Aania		Unisex	Favor; Grace
Aaradhana		Girl	Worship; Reverence
Aarani		Girl	Another name of Goddess Laxmi
Aariana		Girl	Most holy; High mountain; Exalted
Aarusha		Girl	Calm; Good-tempered
Aashriya-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Key-Insights		Girl	Seeking refuge or shelter
Abella		Girl	Breath; Vapor; Noble; Bright; Bee
Abriana		Girl	Elf ruler or king; Powerful elf; Might; Mother of many; High; Exalted; Noble
Abrielle		Girl	God is my strong man; Innocent; King of elves
Adalaide		Girl	Noble; Nobility
Adalia		Girl	Noble one; Kind; Yahweh is my refuge; God is my refuge
Adalie		Girl	Noble one; Kind; Nobility; Honor; Ornament
Adaugo		Girl	Beautiful daughter or daughter of an eagle

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