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
Haytham		Boy	Young eagle
Harlem		Boy	A vibrant neighborhood in New York city; Home on a forested dune
Hamid:-Meaning,-Origin,-Variations,-And-Complete-Name-Guide		Boy	To praise; Praiseworthy
Gianluca		Boy	God is gracious; From Lucania
Gavin		Unisex	Son of the smith; White hawk; Hawk field
Floyd		Boy	Gray-haired
Florin		Boy	Flower
Flavius		Girl	Blond or light-haired; Golden-haired
Findlay		Boy	Son of Fionnlagh; White warrior
Fares		Boy	A knight; Horseman;
Eugene-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Boy	Well-born; Noble; Born to nobility
Eliyas-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity,-Nicknames-And-More		Boy	Yahweh is my God
Edan		Boy	Era; Fire
Ebrahim		Boy	Father of many
Ebenezer		Boy	Stone of help
Duncan-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Brown battle
Dimitri		Boy	Earth lover; Follower of Demeter
Derek		Boy	The people's ruler
Dax		Boy	Name of a town in France; Leader; Badger
Benji		Boy	Son of the right hand; Son of the south
Azlaan		Boy	Lion; Brave
Ayansh		Boy	Ray of light; Part of parents; God's gift
Awais		Boy	A gifted individual; Wolf
Augustas		Boy	Exalted, Venerable, To increase
Aslan		Boy	Lion
Ashar		Boy	Alarm; Notify; Advise; Observe; Brave
Arya		Boy	Noble; Aryan; Song; Melody
Andrea		Girl	Strong; Manly
Ameen-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity-in-2025:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Honest; Faithful; Truthful
Aayansh		Boy	Sun; Part; Fraction
Miri-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Wonderful; Beloved; Wished-for child; Sea of bitterness
Tatiana		Girl	Fairy queen
Ammara		Girl	One who builds; One who lives a long life; Thrive; Grace; Immortal
Layal		Girl	Dark hours of the day; Night
Tayla		Girl	To cut
Ailsa		Girl	Hailing from Ailsa Craig; Elf victory
Bushra		Girl	Good news; Omen; Perfect
Mercedes-Name-Meaning-&-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Our Lady of Mercy; Gifts
Fia		Girl	Weaver; Wisdom; Deer; Wood
Tania		Girl	Fairy queen
Melita		Girl	Honey
Cally		Girl	Most beautiful; Free man
Ajla-Name-Meaning-&-Popularity:-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-Trends		Girl	Halo; Circle of light; Moonlight; Holy; Blessed
Thora		Girl	Thunder Goddess
Mihaela		Girl	Who is like God
Romany		Boy	He who is from Rome; Romani--the European nomadic group of people
Gitty		Girl	Good
Mei		Girl	Beautiful; Chinese plum
Meher		Unisex	Benevolence; Friendship; Kindness; Love; Oath
Kezia		Girl	Cassia tree; Sweet-scented spice; Cinnamon bark; Restored to the strength of God
Aziza		Girl	Beloved; Powerful; To be cherished
Hamnah		Girl	A narrator of Hadith
Vida-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Life; Visible; To see; Intelligent; Property; Wealth
Rafaela		Girl	God has healed
Anaiyah		Girl	Caring; Compassionate
Eunice		Girl	Good victory
Awa		Girl	To live; To breathe; River; Mercy; Millet
Rozalia-Name-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Rose; Pretty Rose; Beautiful rose
Xena		Girl	Hospitality; Foreigner; Guest
Stacey		Unisex	Resurrection; Fruitful; Well-built or stable
Coralie		Girl	Coral; Precious gemstone made by polishing coral
Mayra		Girl	Beloved; Star; Bitter
Enfys		Girl	Rainbow
Zaara-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Variants,-Popularity,-And-More		Unisex	Princess; Brilliant; Bright; Shining; Blooming flower; Yahweh remembers; God remembers
Humna		Unisex	Extremely discerning
Pollyanna		Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love; Favor; Grace
Zena		Girl	Hospitality
Sabina		Girl	A Sabine
Aniela-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin,-Variants-&-Popularity		Girl	Messenger of God; Angel; God is my grace
Nisa		Boy	Women; Night; Fresh blossom; Rainbow color; Holy
Kiyara		Girl	Dark; Dark-haired; Bright; Shining
Lailah-Baby-Name:-Your-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	Night; Holy; Blessed
Eliyah		Boy	My God is Yahweh; High; Lofty; Sublime
Izabelle		Girl	My God is an oath
Asel		Girl	Honey
Shayla-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Blind; Grey-eyed; Prayed for; From the fairy palace; Honest; Sincere
Kadie-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-For-2025		Girl	Pure; Each of the two; My consecration of your name; Torture
Anushka-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Nicknames:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Ray of light; Grace; Favour
Sena		Boy	Army; Gift of fate; Ewe; Holiness; Sacredness; Celestial bodies; Praise; Glory
Aaleyah		Girl	High; Lofty; Sublime; Exalted one
Aaila		Girl	Family; Halo of the moon; Moon-like; Beautiful
Samaira		Girl	Companion in evening talk; Enchanting
Saliha-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Virtuous
Alysia-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Key-Insights		Girl	Noble and kind
Deena		Girl	Goddess-like; Divine; Valley
Marissa		Girl	Of the sea
Salwa-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Popularity,-Nicknames-&-More		Girl	Comfort; Solace
Deanna		Girl	Valley; Chief; Goddess-like
Nuha		Girl	Mind; Wisdom; Intelligence
Muskaan:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin,-Meaning,-Popularity-And-More		Unisex	Happiness or smile
Manahil		Girl	A girl who is like a spring of fresh water
Jenny		Unisex	White phantom; White ghost; White enchantress
Sarina		Girl	Princess; One who laughs; Serene
Menachem		Boy	Comforter
Faisal		Boy	Judge; Arbiter; Separator between good and bad
Dan-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-Popularity-In-2025		Boy	God is my judge; A Dane; Valley
Colbie-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	From a coal town; From a dark town
Riyad		Boy	Land with beautiful grass and flowers; Meadows; Gardens
Martim		Boy	A warlike individual
Tamim		Boy	Strong

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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