Top Baby Names In UK For 2020

From royalty to commoners, explore the UK’s most popular names.

Names are like stories that tell you about an individual’s family, religion, and history. When you look at the top UK baby names in 2020, you get a peek into the traditions and beliefs of the people. Boy names like Oliver (olive tree planter) and George (farmer) and girl names like Olivia (olive tree) and Amelia (work) are the most popular in the country as parents associate these names with their history and culture. Similarly, names like Henry (home ruler), William (protector), Harry (home ruler), and Charlotte (free man) have been popular for years perhaps because they are linked to the royal family, which adds a sense of history and prestige.

Amidst these traditional favorites, some unconventional choices also won the hearts of parents. For boys, names like Noah (to rest) and Leo (lion) stood out, while for girls, Isabella (God is my oath) and Lily (oath to God) attracted parents with their natural charm and simplicity. Most parents may prefer traditional names that feel cozy and warm; however, with time, more parents are considering modern names that sound fresh and interesting. Below are the most popular names in the UK, as recorded by the Office for National Statistics (1). Have a look to find the best name for your little one.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Macey-Name-Meaning-In-2025:-Origin,-History-&-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Person from Massy, France
Romilly		Girl	Of Rome; Woodland; Clearing
Indi		Unisex	River; Land of the Indians
Tessa-Name-Meaning-Origin-And-Popularity:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Harvester; Summer
Delia		Girl	Of Delos; Heart; Jewel of the sea
Saffron		Girl	A yellow flower; Gold leaves
Eryn		Girl	Ireland
Camille		Girl	Young ceremonial attendant; Priest's helper
Aairah		Girl	Noble; Honorable
Kaira		Girl	Alluring; Delightful; Beloved; Dark
Jenna		Girl	White phantom; Fair lady; Supernatural; God is merciful; God is Gracious
Kaylan		Unisex	Keeper of the keys; Pure; Girl
Bowen		Boy	Son of Owen; Noble; Victorious
Huzaifa		Boy	The companion of Prophet Muhammad; Sheep; Little sheep
Salman		Boy	To be safe
Cyrus-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity-In-2025		Boy	Sun; Lord; Young; Hero
Zayne		Boy	God is gracious; Grace; Beauty
Jai		Boy	Victory; Supplanter; Healer
Adyan		Boy	Pious; Religious; Sun
Farhan-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin,-Variants-&-Popularity		Boy	A happy and merry man
Kareem		Boy	The one who gives a lot; Generous; Noble; Dignity
Jaylen		Boy	Tranquil; Blue-crested bird
Wade		Unisex	A ford; To depart
Omer		Boy	Populous; Flourishing; Sheaf of wheat
Gene		Unisex	Wellborn; Noble
Emanuel-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Boy	God is with us
Adele-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Variations-&-Popularity		Girl	Noble; Fair; Honest; Just
Asiyah		Girl	Grieved; Distressed; Caring one
Elina		Girl	Bright light
Alanna-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Harmony; Offering; Beautiful; Exalted; Precious; Child
Patryk		Boy	Patrician; Nobleman
Neo		Unisex	New; Gift; Peak of love
Jad		Boy	Serious; Generosity; Gift; Benevolent; Root
Yanis		Unisex	God is gracious
Bjorn		Boy	Bear
Emerson		Boy	Son of Emery; Great ruler; Brave; Vigorous; Unceasing
Vivaan		Boy	Full of life; Twisting; Rays of the morning sun
Aubrey		Boy	Ruler of elves; King of elves
Evalyn		Girl	Life; Desired; Bird; Hazelnut; Lake
Juliette-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Youthful; Jove's child; Downy-bearded; Devoted to Jove
Savanna		Unisex	Open grassy plain
Patricia		Girl	Noble
Angela-Name-Meaning,-Origin-And-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Messenger; Angel
Humaira		Unisex	Crimson; Red
Aysha		Girl	Living; Alive
Marta		Girl	The Lady; The mistress; Dedicated to Mars
Khaleesi		Girl	Queen
Zaynah-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	Beauty; Grace
Hailey-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-Variations,-And-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Meadow of hay; Hay clearing
Zackary		Boy	Yahweh remembers; God has remembered
Francesco:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning,-History-And-Popularity		Boy	Frenchman; Free one
Nathanael		Boy	Gift of God; God has given
Kajus		Boy	To rejoice; Delight
Cassian-Baby-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Hollow; Empty
Ivar		Boy	Bow warrior; Army; Yew tree
Issa		Unisex	God is salvation; God saves
Rocky		Boy	Rest; Crow; Rook
Marius		Boy	Manly; Dedicated to Mars
Adelina		Girl	Noble; Nobility
May-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-History-&-Popularity		Girl	The fifth month
Angelica		Girl	Messenger of God; Angelic
Gloria-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Praise; Glory; Immortal glory; Fame
Aasiyah		Girl	Resurrection; Asia; East; Distressed; Bereaved
Rumaisa		Girl	Star; Bouquet; Good
Izabela-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	My God is an oath
Zoha		Boy	Light
Gruffydd		Boy	Lord; Prince
Devon		Unisex	Poet; Worshipers of the god Dumnonos; Warrior of God
Ajay		Boy	Unconquerable
Leyton-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-For-Parents		Boy	A town with a leek garden
Henri		Boy	Home ruler
Kristian-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Ultimate-Guide-In-2025		Boy	Christian; Follower of the Christ; Anointed
Gethin		Boy	The person who has black or gloomy skin
Omari		Boy	Populous; Flourishing; Full of life
Mikael		Boy	Who is like God
Kaden		Boy	Fighter; Battler
Elyas-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Lord is my God
August-Name-Meaning:-Origins,-History-&-Popularity-In-2025		Boy	Respected; Esteemed; Venerable; Exalted
Lilith		Girl	Of the night
Lacie-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Key-Insights		Girl	Joyful; From Lassy
Daisy-Mae:-23-Ways-To-Explore-Pronunciation,-Meaning,-And-More		Girl	Day eye
Helen-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin,-History-&-Trends		Girl	Warm; Moon; To shine; Light; Sun
Haya-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide-For-2025		Girl	Hurry; Come quickly; Life; Feathers universally
Farah		Girl	Happiness
Aaira		Girl	Respectable; Noble; Honorable
Sumaya		Girl	She who is high above
Celeste-Name-Meaning:-A-Complete-Guide-For-Parents		Boy	Heavenly
Caitlyn		Girl	Pure; Clear; Chaste
Iosif		Boy	Romanian form of Joseph; God shall add another son
Bowie		Boy	Yellow; Fair-haired
Wilson		Boy	Will helmet; Son of Will
Lucca		Boy	Bringer of light; Marshy
Ciaran-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-Pronunciation		Boy	Dark-haired; Dark-complexioned; Black; Mountain range; Bright; Famous
Abbas		Boy	Austere; Lion
Nojus		Boy	Christmas; Rest; Comfort
Hakeem		Boy	Wise; Ruler
Aneurin		Boy	Honour; Esteem; Dignity
Mirha		Unisex	Nimble; Agile; Fast
Dina		Girl	Judged; Religion
Jasmin		Girl	Jasmine flower; God's gift

Your child’s name will be with them forever, so choose wisely. This list of top UK baby names in 2020 can help you see the names parents have favored in recent years. You may consider names rooted in tradition or can go for a contemporary option. Whatever you decide, ensure the name is meaningful and one your child will take pride in. If you’re still unsure, think of a name you would choose for yourself.

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