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
Melanie		Girl	Black; Dark; Dark-skinned
Duaa		Girl	Prayer
Jasmin		Girl	Jasmine flower; God's gift
Ivie-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Popularity-&-Pronunciation		Unisex	Climbing evergreen plant
Mirha		Unisex	Nimble; Agile; Fast
Eryk		Boy	Ever ruler
Raja		Boy	King; Ruler; Hope
Drew		Boy	Manly; Masculine; Virile
Olaf		Boy	Ancestor's descendant; Grandfather
Anton		Boy	Praiseworthy
Kylian-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Church; Narrows; Channel; Strait
Patrik		Boy	A noble patrician
Piotr		Boy	Rock; Stone
Viktor-Name-Meaning:-5-Key-Facts-You-Should-Know		Boy	Victor; Conqueror
Sufyan		Boy	Wool; Pure; Clean; Slim; Thin
Giorgio:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Nicknames		Boy	Farmer; Earthworker
Denny		Boy	Greek God Dionysus
Amaan		Boy	Protection; Trustworthy; Most loveable; Peace of mind
Ammar		Unisex	Prosperous long life; One who lives a long life; God-fearing; The creator; One who tends and maintains something; Pious; One whose presence brings joy to others
Shiloh-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-History-&-Popularity-Guide-For-2025		Boy	Tranquil; Abundance; His gift
Shayaan		Boy	Worthy; Successful; Intelligent
Ivor		Boy	Bow of the warrior; Yew tree army
Aren		Boy	Eagle; Eagle ruler; Mountain of strength
Aris		Boy	Best purpose; Ruin; Man; From Hadria; Best; Rainbow; Straightforward
Coen		Boy	Brave counsel; Advice
Yusha		Unisex	Yahweh is salvation; To save
Bodie		Boy	Awakening; Enlightenment; Large-bodied
Caspian		Boy	White; Caspian sea
Herbert		Boy	Bright army
Renae		Girl	Born again
Umaiza		Unisex	Bright, Beautiful; Soft hearted
Bethan		Girl	My God is an oath
Haleema		Girl	Forbearing; Gentle; Mild-mannered
Elora		Boy	God is my light; Sun ray
Samara		Girl	Guardian; Protected by God; Companion in night conversation
Sonia		Girl	Wisdom
Darla:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning,-History,-And-Popularity		Girl	Darling; Dearly beloved
Roisin-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Little rose
Kelsey		Boy	Ship's victory; Fierce island
Lavinia		Girl	The daughter of King Latinus
Reya		Girl	Graceful; Queen; To flow
Leena		Girl	Torch; Of Magdala; Tender; Sunlight
Leona		Girl	Brave lioness
Priya-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-History-&-Popularity		Girl	Beloved; Loved one
Emilija		Girl	Rival
Miruna:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	Peace; To wonder; Astound
Macy		Girl	Hill; Person from Massy; Gift of God
Natasha-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Comprehensive-Guide-For-2025		Girl	Christmas day; Born on Christmas day
Ayoub		Boy	Other name of Job; Persecuted; Hated
Presley		Boy	Priest's meadow
Emrys		Boy	Immortal; Divine
Gideon-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Essential-Guide		Boy	Great warrior; feller; hewer
Roan-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-Popularity		Boy	A raven; Red-haired; From the rowan tree
Alastair		Boy	Defender of mankind; Protector of mankind
Alexandros		Boy	Defender of mankind
Arian		Boy	Noble; Educated; Golden life; Ram
Youssef		Boy	God will add
Mateusz		Boy	Gift of Yahweh
Benedict		Boy	Blessed
Poppie		Girl	Poppy flower
Gianna		Girl	God is gracious
Ayva		Girl	To breathe; To live
Dotty		Girl	God's gift
Xanthe		Girl	Golden; Yellow
Ema		Girl	Whole; Great
Leela		Girl	Play; Amusement; Princess of darkness
Tahlia		Girl	Dew from God
Ashleigh		Girl	Ash tree clearing; Of the Ash tree meadow; Dweller near the Ash tree meadow
Jeremy		Boy	Exalted by the Lord
Adnan		Boy	Settler
Bryn		Girl	Hill; Mound; Meadow bridge
Mohamad		Boy	A special loved one, always loving others
Warren		Boy	Protector; Guard; Animal enclosure
Renzo		Boy	The third son in the family
Rafi		Boy	God heals; Noble; High; Sublime
Santino		Boy	Little saint
Sahil:-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History:-A-Baby-Name-Guide		Boy	A shore; A coastline
Blu		Unisex	Blue; Blue-colored; Puffing; Beautiful fortress
Kayan		Boy	King; Leader; High status
Safwan-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity-Guide		Boy	Stone; Rock; Pure
Roscoe		Boy	Forest of the roebuck; Deer forest; Doe wood
Boris		Boy	Snow leopard; Wolf
Hashir		Boy	Collector; One who assembles
Lorelei-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Murmuring rock; Alluring temptress
Matylda		Girl	A mighty and powerful battle
Hajra		Girl	Flight
Leonie		Girl	Lioness
Caoimhe		Girl	Beautiful; Dear; Beloved; Gentle
Renesmee		Girl	Reborn; Loved; Esteemed
Lilianna		Girl	Lily; Purity; Innocence
Malaika		Girl	Angel
Crystal		Unisex	Crystal; Ice
Lowri		Girl	Laurel
Elisabeth		Girl	My God is an oath; God's promise
Zaina		Girl	Beauty; Grace
Zunairah-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Unisex	Moonlight; Shine of the moon
Aarya		Girl	Honorable; Noble; Respectable; Another name of Goddess Parvati
Harleigh		Boy	Rock meadow; Hare meadow
Montague		Boy	The pointed end of the mountain; Sharp mountain
Antony-Baby-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Popularity		Boy	Praiseworthy

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.

Infographic: Royal Baby Names Popular In 2020

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