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
Dejah-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Already seen
Delana-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-&-History		Girl	From the alder grove; From a humid place
Delara		Unisex	Adorning the heart
Deliah		Girl	From the island of Delos
Delphie		Unisex	Womb
Delsa		Girl	Appealing; Delightful
Delsie-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Complete-Guide-For-Baby-Girls		Girl	Sweet
Demetria		Girl	One who follows Demeter; Earth mother; Greek Goddess of harvest
Dena		Girl	Delicate; Judged; Valley; Divine
Denisha-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation-&-US-Popularity-Trends		Girl	Of Zeus
Deryn		Unisex	Bird
Desirae-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-For-2025		Girl	Long hoped for; Desired
Destina		Unisex	Fate; Destiny; To determine; To stand
Devi-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-And-History		Girl	Goddess; Divine; Divine power; Heavenly; Anything of excellence
Devina		Unisex	Beloved; Uncle; Godlike; Divine; Eye of God; Resembling a goddess
Dhriti-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Pronunciation		Girl	One who has courage and patience
Dhriya-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Patience
Dhruti		Girl	Fortitude; Steadfastness; Determination; Goddess Laxmi
Diala-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity		Unisex	Clever; Intelligent
Diellza		Girl	Sun
Dilpreet		Boy	Heart; Mind; Soul; Love; Pleasure; Joy
Dinah-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Judgement; Vindicated; God will judge
Dionne		Girl	Of Zeus; Follower of Dionysus; Divine
Diora		Boy	Golden
Divjot:-Meaning,-Origin,-Pronunciation,-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Divine light; Divine flame
Donia		Girl	World; Tough; Hard
Drishti		Girl	Sight
Drishya		Girl	Visible; That which can be perceived; Sight; Scenery; Perceived object
Duha-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Morning
Dulce		Girl	Sweet; Candy
Dunia		Girl	World; Kingdom; Universe
Durga		Girl	Unattainable; Hindu warrior goddess
Eartha		Girl	The mother Earth
Ece-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Queen; Beautiful woman
Eddi		Girl	Rich guard; Rich protection
Edona		Unisex	He loves
Edwina-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Rich friend
Eeva		Girl	To breathe; To live
Eifa		Unisex	To keep one's promise; Beauty
Eirwen		Girl	White snow; Blessed
Elaha		Girl	An enchanting human being; Goddess
Elani		Girl	Light; Shining; Pacesetter
Elayah-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-More		Unisex	My God is Yahweh
Elea		Girl	The other Aenor; Bright as the Sun; Bright and shining
Eleina-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-Nicknames		Unisex	Torch; Corposant; Moon
Elfie-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Elf power; Elf strength
Elfrida		Girl	Elf strength
Elianne		Girl	Sun
Elim		Unisex	Someone who lived in a muddy place; Slender; Skinny; Place of palm trees
Eliyana		Girl	My God has answered
Elka		Girl	God has purchased
Elke		Girl	God has purchased; Nobility
Ellamae-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-And-History		Girl	Beautiful; Goddess; Other; Hawthorn flower; Beautiful fairy
Ellana		Unisex	Torch; Oak tree; Handsome
Elleana		Girl	Sun
Elleanor		Girl	Shining light; Shining God; The other Aenor
Ellenor		Girl	Shining light; Shining God; The other Aenor
Elliah-Name-Guide-For-2025:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Nicknames		Unisex	Belonging to those who are noble; Belonging to the high class; Those who belong to Illiyyeen
Ellicia		Girl	My God is an oath
Ellieana-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity-&-Nicknames		Girl	Sun; Favor or grace; God is my light
Elloise		Girl	Healthy; Whole; Wide; Sun
Ellowyn-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Elm tree
Eloah-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Terebinth tree; God
Elysha		Unisex	God is my salvation
Emanuelly		Girl	God is with us; A variant of Emmanuella
Emberly-Name-Meaning:-A-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	Spark; Glowing flame; Woodland; Clearing
Emmalyn		Girl	Brave; Unceasing; Whole; Great
Emmylou-Baby-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	Whole; Universal; Rival; Famous in battle
Enaya		Unisex	Concern; Care
Enola-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Solitary; Black fox
Erda		Girl	Earth
Ersa		Unisex	Dew
Ese		Boy	Gift; Throne
Eseoghene		Unisex	God's gift
Eshani		Girl	A name for Goddess Parvati
Eshika		Girl	An arrow; A dart; One who achieves
Esin		Girl	Inspiration; An inspirational woman
Essy		Unisex	Star
Estela		Girl	Star
Eszter		Girl	Star
Etti		Girl	Myrtle; Bride; Star
Eugenia		Girl	Well-born; Noble; Born to nobility
Eula-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin,-Variants,-And-More		Girl	Sweetly speaking; Well-spoken
Evah-Name-Meaning,-Variants-&-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Life; Living
Evani		Unisex	Goddess of forest; Yahweh is gracious; Thus; So; Life; Alive
Eveleen		Girl	Life; Living; Lively; Hazelnut
Evia		Girl	To live; To breathe; Beauty
Evleen:-Baby-Name-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Hazelnut; Life; Beauty; Bird; Water
Eylah-Baby-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning,-Trends-&-More		Unisex	Noble; God's oath
Fabienne		Girl	Bean farmer
Fadwa:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning,-And-More		Boy	To redeem; Save; Self-sacrifice
Fallyn		Girl	She who is in charge; Leader; Descended from a ruler
Fareeda		Girl	An unparalleled and unique woman
Farheen		Boy	Happiness; Joy; Laughter
Farwah-Name-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Nicknames-&-Complete-Guide		Girl	A name of the companions
Fatemeh-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	To abstain
Fearn		Boy	One who lived in a place covered with ferns
Fernanda		Girl	Peace; Bold journey; Daring
Finty		Unisex	White fire; White ancient
Florencia-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Flourishing; Prosperous

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