Top Baby Names In UK For 2019

Discover the most popular names that captivated the UK in 2019.

Long ago, people chose names from religious scriptures or named their children after historical figures. Looking at the top UK baby names in 2019, it is evident that parents still prefer names passed down from generation to generation. They like names with a rich history and are associated with notable personalities.

The connection to history and heritage is one of the reasons why certain names have remained at the top of the popularity charts for decades. Boy names like Oliver (olive tree planter), George (farmer), and Harry (home ruler) were the most popular choices of the year as the familiarity and rich background of these names continued to evoke a sense of tradition. Meanwhile, girl names like Olivia (olive tree), Amelia (work), and Ava (guarantee) led the list on the other side as their elegance continued to attract parents. Amidst these regular favorites, names like the unconventional Mohammed (praised), the gender-neutral Charlie (free man), and the spunky Poppy (red flower), also made their place on the popularity list. Here is a list of the most popular names in the UK as recorded by the Office for National Statistics (1). Check it out to find the perfect name for your precious child.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Sarah-Name-Meaning-&-History:-Comprehensive-Guide-For-Moms		Girl	Princess; Noblewoman
Lewis-Name-Meaning:-Ultimate-Origin,-History-&-Popularity-Guide		Boy	Famous in battle
Savannah		Unisex	Open grassy plain
Yusuf		Boy	God increases; He will add
Mabel		Girl	Lovable
Alfred-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-History-&-Variations		Boy	Elf counsel
Eloise		Girl	Healthy; Wide; Whole; Sun; Famous warrior
Rupert		Boy	Bright fame; Glory
Edie-Name-Meaning-and-Origin:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Fortunate battle
Esmae		Unisex	Esteemed; Loved
Tyler-Name-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Boy	The tile maker
Austin-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity		Boy	Grand; Majestic; To grow
Lara		Girl	Women of the Citadel; Famous; Shine; Protection
Milo-Baby-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Soldier; Peaceful; Favored
Eli		Boy	Ascension; My God; My God is an oath; Torch
Julia		Girl	Downy-bearded; Youthful; Descended from Jove or Jupiter; Supreme God; God's peace for the weary
Chester-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Pronunciation		Boy	Camp; Fortress
Pippa		Girl	Lover of horses
Aaron		Boy	Exalted; High mountain
Myla		Girl	Soldier; Merciful; Grace
Lexi		Girl	Defender; Helper; Defending men
Hudson		Boy	Son of Hudde; Mind; Thought; Spirit
Patrick:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History---Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Nobleman
Darcey		Girl	Someone from Arcy; Dark
Brody		Boy	Broad eye; Broad island; Ditch; Fort; Fortification; Muddy area
Robert-Name-Meaning-2025:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Nicknames		Boy	Bright fame; Shining glory; Bright in counsel
Alexandra		Girl	Defender or helper of the people
Maddison		Boy	Son of Maud; Strength in battle
Owen		Boy	Well-born; Noble birth; Born from the yew tree
Ariana		Girl	Most holy; Golden life; Noble; Aryan
Leonardo		Boy	Brave lion; Hard; Brave; Hardy
Olive		Girl	Olive tree
Oakley-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Complete-2025-Guide		Unisex	From the oak meadow; Meadow of oak trees
Aiden		Unisex	Little fire
Fatima-Name-Meaning-And-History:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	One who abstains
John		Boy	God is gracious
Annie		Girl	Grace; Favor
Amaya-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Heavenly valley; Elevated place; Mother capital; Night rain; End
Elias-Baby-Name:-Origin,-Meaning-&-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	My God is Yahweh
Mollie		Girl	Drop of the sea; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Love
Eric		Boy	Eternal ruler
Lincoln-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Pool or lake colony
Autumn		Girl	Name of the season Autumn; Fall
Connor		Boy	Lover of wolves; Hunter; Desiring wolves
Megan		Girl	Pearl; Child of light
Mya-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Good mother; Foster mother; Dame
Ayaan		Boy	Natural disposition; Path; Precession; Unmoving; Watchful; Seeing; Good luck
Jamie		Boy	Supplanter; Holder of the heel
Musa-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide-For-Parents		Boy	Muse; Son; Deliver
Niamh-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Shining; Bright; Radiant
Aaliyah		Girl	Ascending; Highborn; Exalted; Sublime; Lofty
Joel-Baby-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Yahweh is god
Lydia-Baby-Name-Guide-In-2025:-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity		Girl	Woman from Lydia
Nathaniel		Boy	Gift of God; God has given
Ruben-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Behold, a son
Elena-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-For-2025		Girl	Torch; Shining light
Ali		Boy	Elevated; High; Superior; Noble; Champion
Seth		Boy	Appointed; Placed
Faith		Girl	Trust; Belief
Callum		Boy	Dove
Parker		Boy	Keeper of the park
Cooper		Unisex	Barrel builder
Leah		Girl	Weary; Tired; Cow
Gabriella-Name-Meaning-&-History:-Variations,-Nicknames-&-More		Unisex	God is my strength
Evan-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-History-&-Popularity		Boy	Yahweh is gracious; God is gracious; Youth; Born from the yew tree
Isabel		Girl	God is my oath
Hope-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Popularity-Complete-Guide		Girl	Expectation; The virtue of Hope
Cole		Boy	Charcoal; Victory of the people
Bethany		Girl	House of figs
Billy		Boy	Warrior; Strong-willed protector
Myles		Boy	Peaceful; Gracious; Soldier; Mill
Brooke		Boy	One who lived near a brook; Small stream
Jaxson-Name-Meaning,-History,-Popularity-&-More:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Son of Jack
Maxwell		Boy	Dweller by the great stream
Lyra		Girl	Of the lyre; Song
Elodie		Girl	All wealth; Foreign wealth
Zainab-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity-Key-Insights		Girl	Fragrant tree; Beautiful plant; Beauty; Life of Zeus
Jonah		Boy	Dove; Peaceful
Betsy		Girl	My God is an oath
Isobel		Girl	My God is an oath
Vincent-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Boy	Conquering
Wilfred		Unisex	Desiring peace
Anaya-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-For-2025		Girl	God answers; Misfortune; Adversity; Without a superior; He who no one can lead; Lord Vishnu; Brother; Spanish town
Joey		Boy	God will increase; God will add; God is gracious
Muhammed		Boy	Praised; Praiseworthy; Commendable
Marnie		Girl	Of the sea; Mars; The god of war; Warlike; Male; Rejoice
Maximilian		Boy	Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest
Jax		Boy	Son of Jack; God has been gracious
Sadie		Girl	Princess; Noblewoman
Vinnie		Unisex	To conquer; Elf friend
Skylar		Unisex	Scholar; Shield; Eternal life; Strength; Love
Nina-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Ultimate-Guide		Girl	Fire; Fish; Ancient city of Nineveh; Little girl; God is gracious; Strong
Lenny		Boy	Brave lion; Hard; Brave; Hardy
Beatrix-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Voyager; Blessed
Cody		Boy	The son of Oda; Descendant of the helpful one
Levi		Boy	Joined; Attached; He will join
Lena-Baby-Name-Guide:-Origin,-Meaning-And-Popularity		Girl	Torch; Bright shining light; Of Magdala; Tower
Frank-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Complete-Guide-For-2025		Boy	Free person; Open-hearted; Germanic tribe
Lacey		Girl	From Lassy; Cheerful
Finlay		Boy	Fair hero; White Warrior

The top UK baby names in 2019 are names that most parents approved and loved. You can think about names you like, but if you are confused, this list can give you some idea of the names parents have been selecting for their children. You can go with the popular choices or choose the less popular ones. You may also take inspiration from the names and look for a name that will align with your dreams and aspirations for your child. Whatever you choose, remember it will always be unique for you and your child.

Infographic: Popular Boy Names In The UK That Mean Ruler

In the UK, boy names that mean ‘ruler’ are popular with parents as they hope their sons will grow up to be strong leaders. These names carry a sense of confidence and authority, which makes them so appealing to parents. The infographic below gives you a glimpse of the most popular boy names that mean ‘ruler’ in the UK.

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