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
Rahim		Boy	Kind; Merciful; Compassionate
Gurfateh		Boy	Victory of the Guru
Obi		Boy	Heart; Yahweh's servant; Worshiper of Yahweh
Carl-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity-Trends-In-2025		Boy	Free man; Army
Calum-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity-In-2025:-Key-Insights		Boy	Dove
Ananya-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Complete-Guide		Boy	One-of-a-kind; Unique; One who has no match; Inimatable; Exclusive
Sama		Girl	Sky
Jorja		Girl	Farmer
Evelynn		Girl	To breathe; To live; Hazelnut
Ayrah		Unisex	Respectable; Intelligence; Happiness; Honorable; Awe-inspiring; Vision-filled
Lani		Girl	Sky; Heaven; Royal; Hope; Wool; Lion
Sianna		Girl	God is gracious
Meerab		Boy	Water master; Water king; Water ruler
Melina		Girl	Honey; Bee
Jada		Girl	Gift; Precious stone; Jade; He knows
Aamina-Name-Meaning,-History,-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Feel safe; Protected; Honest; Loyal; Devoted; Faithful; Obedient of Imam
Susie		Unisex	Lily
Heather-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Evergreen flowering plant 30
Vivien		Unisex	Alive; Full of life
Aarna		Girl	Wave; Ocean; Another name of Goddess Lakshmi
Eleonora		Girl	Shining bright light coming from above
Alizah		Unisex	Joyful; Exalted
Ricky-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Brave ruler; Famous ruler; Peaceful ruler; Ruler of the people; Home ruler; Nobleman
Luciano		Boy	Light; Shining
Luqman		Boy	Wise
Lyle		Boy	Island; One from the island
Kason		Boy	An enclosure for calves; Calf town; Fruit; Village; Mist
Mattia		Boy	God's gift
Keelan-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Slender; Narrow; Fine
Adonis-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-&-History		Unisex	Lord; Master; Beautiful young man
Georgi:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin,-Meaning,-And-Popularity		Boy	Farmer; Earthworker
Seamus-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Ultimate-Guide		Boy	One who grips at the heel; One who supplants; May god protect
Nile		Boy	Fury; Passion; Cloud; Hero; Victory of the people; River; Champion
Henryk		Boy	Lord of the house
Uthman		Boy	Baby bustard
Riaan		Boy	Descendant of Rian; Little King; From Hadria
Shae		Unisex	Admirable; Gift from God
Atharv-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity-&-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Calm and composed; Serene; Peaceful; Stable; Knowledgeable
Arman		Boy	Desire; Hope; Wish; From Armenia; Roman
Sid-Baby-Name-Origin-&-Meaning:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Boy	Wide island; One who has accomplished a goal; Of Sidon, Truthful; Like a star
Grey		Boy	Gray-haired; Pleasing; Welcome; Brindled coloration
Arley		Boy	Bowman; Hunter; Hare meadow
Henrik-Name-Meaning-&-Origins:-A-Comprehensive-2025-Guide		Boy	Lord of the house; Estate ruler 80
Vincenzo		Boy	To conquer
Nikola-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Victory of the people
Petru		Boy	Rock; Stone; A variant of Pero; A form of Peter
Bleu		Boy	The color blue
Lewie		Boy	Famous in battle
Dewi-Name:-Ultimate-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-And-More		Girl	The Goddess; Beloved; Uncle
Blaine-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-History:-Ultimate-Baby-Name-Guide		Girl	Yellow
Julius:-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History---2025-Essential-Guide		Boy	Downy-bearded; Jove's child; Devoted to Jove
Yazan		Boy	A determined man; A Himyarite king
Quinton-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Your-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Fifth; Queen's town
Malachy		Boy	My angel; Disciple of Saint Máedóc; Second
Jules		Unisex	Downy-bearded; Youth; Youthful
Yusef		Boy	He will add
Sheikh		Boy	Elder; Tribe's leader; Islamic scholar
Izhaan		Boy	Master; Lord; Obedient
Nikita-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-More:-Ultimate-Guide-For-Parents		Unisex	Many hopes; Winner; Victorious; Habitation
Neive		Girl	Bright; Beauty
Daisie		Girl	Day's eye
Kylie		Girl	Boomerang; Narrows; Channel; Strait
Reem-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin,-History-&-Traits		Girl	One who is like a beautiful gazelle; White antelope
Kinza		Girl	Treasure; To see left; A kinswoman; Royal victory; Gold mint
Leonora		Girl	God is my light; Light; Bright; The other Aenor; Shining; Light; Torch
Kiki		Girl	Double happiness; Caster plant; New beginnings; Hope; She-wolf; Blue jay
Tasneem		Girl	A fountain of paradise; A spring in paradise
Jamila		Girl	Beautiful
Nuala		Girl	White shoulder; Lamb; Born of the sea
Giovanna		Girl	God is gracious
Efa		Girl	To breathe; To live; Beauty
Abeeha		Girl	Her father
Lulu		Girl	Pearl; Famous warrior; Light; Precious; Peaceful
Zenaya		Unisex	To give thanks
Iliana		Girl	From Ilium or Troy; God is Yahweh
Ariadne-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	The holiest
Bronte		Girl	Generous; Kind; Thunder
Muntaha		Unisex	Ultimate; Utmost; Highest point
Aaima		Girl	Leader; Superior; Ruler
Kamila		Girl	Perfect; Young ceremonial attendant
Caroline-Name-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Man; Independent woman
Malak		Girl	Angel
Jayson		Unisex	Healer
Riyaan		Boy	Little king; Heaven's door
Bertram		Boy	Bright raven
Woodrow		Boy	Row of houses by the wood
Marty		Boy	The god of war; Mars; Dedicated to Mars; Warlike; Male
Marvin		Boy	Famous friend; Sea friend; Bone marrow; Eminent; Noble; Wish; Desire; Young goat or kid
Sacha		Unisex	Defender; Helper of humankind; Defending men
Eliot		Boy	Yahweh is my God
Khalifa-Name-Meaning:-Origins,-History,-And-Popularity-Insights		Boy	Successor; Ruler; Leader; Caliphs who succeeded Prophet Muhammad
Avyaan		Boy	Beginning; Perfect; Faultless
Arnav		Boy	Ocean; Sea
Bernardo-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Everything-You-Need-To-Know		Boy	Bold as a bear
Indy		Unisex	River; Land of the Indians
Karan		Boy	Clever; Skillful; One who helps; Smart
Darren		Boy	Great; Oaktree; One who is from Airelle
Georgios		Boy	Farmer; Earthworker
Marc		Boy	Warlike; Roman god Mars; Male
Adriel		Boy	Flock of God

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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