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
Vittoria-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin-&-Variations		Girl	Victory; Conqueror
Alarna:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-More		Unisex	Beautiful light
Maizie-Name-Meaning:-Ultimate-Guide-To-Origins-&-Popularity		Girl	Pearl
Kendra		Girl	Knowing; Handsome; Respect; Old power; Bold power; Chief hero
Debora		Girl	Bee
Meila		Girl	Dear; Gracious
Aiya		Unisex	Bird; Falcon; Verse; Evidence
Suzie-Name-Meaning:-A-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-History		Girl	Lily; Rose; Lotus
Melek-Name:-A-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Angel
Amayra		Girl	Princess; Commander; Leader
Emmanuella		Girl	God is with us
Soha		Girl	Forgotten; Overlooked; Young star; Hidden star of a constellation
Sofie		Girl	Wisdom; Holy wisdom
Aine		Girl	Splendor; Radiance; Brilliance; Love sound; The only one; My eye; Descendant; Scene; Sight
Shanzay		Girl	Princess
Milah-Baby-Name-Origin-&-Meaning:-5-Cute-Nicknames		Unisex	Dear; Gracious; Rival
Krisha		Girl	Black or dark
Anisia		Girl	Fulfillment; Completion; Unique; Unmatched
Kristina		Girl	Christian; Follower of the Christ; Anointed
Sandra		Girl	Defender of the people; Protector of humanity
Krystal		Girl	Clear; Colorless glass; Ice; Follower of the Christ
Cristina		Girl	Christian; Followers of Christ; To Anoint
Roxie		Girl	Bright star; Bright face; Shining; Dawn; Star; Dawn of the day
Isma		Unisex	God will hear
Rosalyn		Girl	Beautiful rose; Gentle horse; Famous and mild
Larisa		Girl	Citadel; Joyful; A toponymic Greek name
Rosalee		Girl	Rose
Ammarah		Girl	Woman who has a strong faith in Allah
Reyah		Unisex	Fragrance; Triumph; Strength
Afiyah		Girl	Health
Rebeka		Girl	To tie; To bind; To join
Razan		Girl	Vineyard; Harmony; Calm
Cariad		Unisex	Love; Affection; Darling; Sweetheart
Adina-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Delicate; Noble; Name; Mild; Gentle
Felicia-Name-Meaning-&-History:-What-You-Need-to-Know		Girl	Blessed with luck
Anoushka		Girl	Grace; A favour
Naima		Girl	Pleasantness; Tranquil; Happy; At ease
Fatiha		Girl	To open; To conquer
Aayla		Girl	Terebinth tree; Moonlight; Halo; Born of knowledge
Amaiyah		Girl	Beautiful princess
Ariela-Baby-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Your-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Lioness of God
Imelda		Girl	Great battle
Lucille		Girl	Light; To shine
Kerem		Girl	Generous; Noble; Vineyard
Brooks		Boy	Stream; One who lived near a brook or stream
Florian-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Blond; Flowering
Holden		Boy	Hollow valley
Braydon		Boy	A wide hillside; From Bradden
Rylie		Girl	Courageous; Rye clearing
Husayn		Boy	Handsome; Good; Beautiful
Mack-Name-Meaning,-History,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Son; Great
Piran		Boy	Black: Old; Aged; Ancient
Ihsan		Unisex	Charity; Kindness
Ruan		Boy	Sandalwood; Red; Ascending; Tall
Ilan		Unisex	Tree
Reon		Unisex	Tinkling; Clever; Smart; Lotus; Pure; Upright; Good; Fine; Thanks; Gratitude
Joss		Boy	A member of the Gauts tribe; Joyful; He will add
Aodhan		Boy	Little fire
Terence		Unisex	Soft; Smooth; Heart
Haroun		Boy	Mountain of strength; Exalted
Shawn		Girl	Yahweh is gracious; God is gracious
Clarence		Boy	Clear; Bright; Illustrious; Famous; A person residing near River Clare
Mickey		Boy	Who is like God
Renley-Name:-Meaning,-Origin-&-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Man; Warrior; Edge; Clearing
Taim		Unisex	Plant; Herb; Seedling; God's servant
Tadeusz		Boy	Heart; Gift of God
Arion		Boy	Boundary; Light of the heavens; Melodious
Kailan		Girl	Keeper of keys; Pure; Mighty warrior; Slender
Tj		Unisex	Abbreviation of first and middle names; J usually stands for Junior
Murad:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Boy	Desired purpose; Wish
Kaius		Boy	To rejoice
Tobie		Boy	Yahweh is good
Olivers		Boy	Elf Warrior
Gino-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-History-And-Popularity		Boy	God is gracious
Murtaza		Boy	Attainer of the pleasure of God; Chosen one
Kasim		Boy	One who distributes; One who shares goods among his people
Giacomo		Boy	Supplanter; May God protect
Kaylum-Name:-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Boy	Dove
Drake-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Key-Insights-For-2025		Boy	Dragon; Serpent
Harman		Boy	Army man
Keir-Name-Origin,-Meaning,-And-Popularity:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Dark; Thicket
Aarin		Girl	Exalted; Elevated; Enlightened; Light bringer; Strong
Varun		Boy	To surround; God of water and the oceans
Oran		Boy	Tan; Little green one; Singing in light
Massimo		Boy	Greatest; Supreme; Paramount; Maximum; Highest
Khari		Boy	One who is born to rule; Royalty; Pure; Honest
Vicente		Boy	Conquering
Marlow		Boy	Remnants of a lake; Driftwood
Augustin		Boy	Magnificient; Respected; Venerable; Exalted
Samy		Unisex	The name of God; Elevated; Exalted
Kurtis		Boy	Courteous; Polite
Winter		Girl	Winter season; Water; Wet
Koda-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Allies; Companion; Rice paddy of happiness
Raffaele		Girl	God has healed
Orrin		Boy	Tan; Greyish brown
Acer		Boy	Happy; Blessed
Albion		Boy	White; Bright
Harlo-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Unisex	Rock; Heap of stones
Efraim		Boy	Fruitful
Eliott		Boy	Yahweh is my 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.

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