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
Saif		Boy	Sword; The protector of something
Arran-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Complete-Guide		Boy	Notorious; High mountain; Name of an island
Antony-Baby-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Popularity		Boy	Praiseworthy
Montague		Boy	The pointed end of the mountain; Sharp mountain
Kamil		Boy	Perfect; He who is perfect; A youth employed in religious services
Guy-Name-Meaning-And-History:-What-You-Need-To-Know-For-2025		Boy	Wood; Valley
Alvin		Boy	Friend of the elves; Noble friend; Old friend
Dhruv-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Immovable; Faithful; Polar star
Suleiman-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Boy	Peace
Abdulrahman		Boy	Servant of the merciful; Servant of the most gracious
Luella-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-Popularity		Girl	Famous warrior
Cordelia		Girl	Jewel of the sea; Heart of a lion
Esmay		Boy	Esteemed; Loved
Ioana		Girl	Yahweh is gracious
Isobelle		Girl	My God is an oath
Ettie		Girl	Home ruler; Star; God is my oath
Mahira		Girl	Skilled; Expert; Talented
Adalyn-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Noble; Of a noble kind
Rayna		Girl	Queen; Happy; Willing; Clean; Pure
Kornelia		Girl	Horn
Brogan-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-Popularity-Guide		Boy	Little shoe; Strong; Son of Brogan
Layth		Boy	A wildcat; Lion
Niko-Baby-Name:-Origin,-Meaning,-And-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Victory of the people
Kaison		Boy	Calf; Pollen; Warrior
Yuvan		Boy	Youthful; God is gracious
Harper-Name-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History:-Key-Insights		Unisex	Someone who plays the harp
Bernard		Boy	Brave bear; Strong
Samir		Boy	Companion in evening talk; Wind; Air
Harlen-Name-Origin,-Meaning,-And-Popularity:-Essential-Guide		Boy	Meadow of the hares
Eren		Boy	Saint; Holy person; Affection
Owain		Boy	Well-born; Born of Sheep
Zayden		Boy	God; Divinity; Growth
Damon		Boy	To tame; Agile
Andy-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Manlike; Brave
Alessio		Boy	Defender or helper of the people
Zorawar		Unisex	Commander; General; Powerful warrior; Strong leader
Adil-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Complete-Guide		Boy	Sincere; Fair; Honest; Just
Abubakar		Boy	Father of young camel
Abu-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-History:-Complete-Guide-In-2025		Boy	Father; Father of
Hidayah		Girl	Guidance
Simran		Unisex	Meditation
Maliha		Girl	Woman with a glowing, happy face; Beautiful; Salt
Dahlia		Girl	Flower; Hanging branch
Bianka:-A-2025-Guide-To-Meaning,-History-&-Popularity		Girl	White; Shining; Fair
Husna		Girl	More beautiful
Elowen		Girl	Elm tree
Alaina		Girl	Little rock; Handsome; Torch; Shining light; Moon
Claire		Girl	Clear; Bright; Famous
Selina		Girl	Moon; Greek goddess of the moon; Heaven
Aimee		Girl	Dearly loved; Beloved
Paddy		Boy	Nobleman; Head; Skull
Hubert		Boy	Bright heart; Mind-bright; Shining intellect
Huw		Boy	Heart; Mind; Spirit
Viaan		Boy	Full of life and energy
Ishaaq		Boy	He will laugh; He will rejoice
Karim		Boy	Generous; Dignified; Noble
Jared		Boy	He who descended; Rose; One who rules
Wojciech		Boy	He who is happy in battle; Joyous warrior; He who enjoys war; He who finds solace or comfort in war
Ranveer		Boy	Hero of the battle; Brave warrior
Aarush		Boy	First ray of sun; Dawn
Dorian		Boy	Gift; Of Doris; Child of the sea
Raul		Boy	Counsel; Advice; Wolf
Hira		Girl	Diamond; One of the many names of goddess Lakshmi
Amiya		Boy	Free from deceit; Guileless; The end
Anaiya		Girl	Look up to God
Leen		Girl	Tender; Delicate; Brave lion; Torch
Enid-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Spirit; Soul; Life
Enya		Girl	Fire; Kernel
Tony-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Boy	Priceless; Flourishing
Kenny		Boy	Handsome; Fiery; Ruler of the valley; Dignified; Helmeted chief
Raiden		Boy	Thunder; Lightning; God spirit
Nelson		Boy	Son of Neil; The son of Nell; Cloud; Champion
Laurie-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Boy	Laurel tree; Honor
Amar		Boy	Immortal; Unending; One who lives a long life
Yasir		Boy	To be rich; To become easy
Rehan		Boy	Basil
Fateh-Name-Meaning:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Numerology		Boy	Conqueror
Younes		Unisex	Dove
Saxon		Boy	Swordsman
Ronny		Unisex	Advice or counsel of a ruler
Cosmo		Boy	Universe; Order; Beauty; Decency
Kylan		Boy	Narrows; Channel; Strait
Zaki		Boy	Pure; Chaste; Sinless; Lion
Saint		Boy	Holy; Saintly
Baxter		Boy	A baker
Riyan		Unisex	Little king
Saanvi		Girl	Follower of Goddess Lakshmi; Peak; Ridge
Naila		Girl	Attainer; Successful one
Malia		Girl	Bitter; Star of the sea; A wished for child
Nel		Girl	God is with us; Horn; Yokel
Havana-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-Pronunciation		Boy	Capital city of Cuba; Hanging basket
Maci		Girl	Of Massy; Gift of God
Cadi		Girl	Each of the two; Pure; Far off; My consecration of your name
Maiya		Girl	Good mother; Circle; Increasingly; Illusion
Dollie		Girl	Gift of God; Sorrows
Matilde		Girl	Mighty in battle
Vera-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-For-2025		Girl	Faith; Summer; Valor; Foreign
Danielle		Girl	God is my judge
Dalia		Girl	Dahlia flower; Valley flower; Flowering branch
Anastazja		Girl	Reborn

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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