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
Gunnar-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Key-Insights		Boy	Bold warrior
Gurman-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Boy	Hairy; Gourmet; Heart of the Guru
Gurnoor		Boy	'Pleasant face of God; Teacher; Light
Gwyn		Boy	Blessed; Fair; White; Bright; Pure; Holy; Phantom; Magical being
Haitham		Boy	young eagle
Hal		Boy	Home leader
Hank		Boy	Home ruler; God is gracious
Harish		Boy	One of many names of Lord Vishnu; Lord of monkeys
Harsh-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin-&-Nicknames		Boy	Gladness; Cheerfulness
Hosea		Boy	Salvation
Humayl		Unisex	Little lamb; Praiseworthy; Courageous
Ianto		Unisex	God is gracious
Iggy		Unisex	Fire; Fiery
Ignatius		Unisex	Fire; Fiery
Ikenna		Boy	Power of the father
Ikram		Unisex	Honor; To be generous
Imaan		Unisex	Faith; To be faithful
Iman-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	To be faithful
Imani		Girl	Faith; Belief
Isac		Boy	He will laugh; He will rejoice
Ishak-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin,-History-And-Variations		Boy	He who laughs, God will laugh
Izak		Unisex	Laughter; He will laugh
Jacoby-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Son of Jacob
Jaskaran		Boy	A good deed; Sun of God; God's gift
Joban:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Pronunciation-&-Meaning		Boy	Youth
Joby		Boy	Persecuted; Hated
Joshan-Name-Complete-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Numerology		Unisex	Armor; Shield; Combat clothing
Jotham		Boy	God is perfect
Joven		Unisex	Youthful; Young
Joy-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Happiness; Great pleasure; Delight; Rejoice
Kaif		Boy	Pleasure; High spirit
Kaizer		Boy	Emperor; Hairy
Kamsiyochukwu		Boy	God gave me exactly as I asked
Karman		Boy	Garden; Crimson; Occupational name for a carter; Pocket
Kaspian:-Complete-2025-Name-Guide-To-Meaning-And-Popularity		Girl	White
Kebron		Boy	Grave;Tomb
Kennedy		Girl	Helmeted head; Armored head
Kester		Boy	Christ-bearer; one who carries Christ
Khizer		Boy	Green; Moist
Kinsley		Girl	King's meadow; Victory
Kitto		Boy	Bearer of Christ; Each of two; Torture; My consecration of your name; Pure
Kory		Unisex	Maiden; Daughter; In a hollow; In a cauldron
Kwabena-Name-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity-Guide		Boy	Born on a Tuesday
Kylen-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin,-History,-And-Variations		Boy	Boomerang; Narrows; Channel; Strait
Laksh		Boy	Aim; Goal; Observe; Target; Sign; Mark; Quality; Goal
Lane-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Key-Insights		Boy	Narrow lane; Path; Meadow
Leart-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity,-And-Origins		Boy	Golden
Leeroy		Boy	The king
Lincon-Baby-Name-Meaning:-Origin-&-History-Guide		Boy	A town or colony near the lake or pool
Llyr		Boy	The sea
London		Unisex	From the city of London
Lucifer		Boy	Bearer of light
Luigi		Boy	Renowned warrior
Maanav		Boy	A scholar; Human being; A young man; A male student
Maks		Boy	The greatest
Maksims		Boy	The greatest
Malin		Girl	One from Magdala; Tower
Manav		Boy	Human Being
Marcello		Boy	Like a hammer; A young warrior; Dedicated to Mars
Mate		Boy	God's gift
Matyas		Boy	A gift from the God
Maxton		Boy	Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest
Mehtab		Unisex	Moonlight or moonbeam
Millar		Boy	Mill worker; One who grinds grain
Moss		Unisex	Son; Deliver; Drew out
Natanael		Boy	Best gift of God
Nathanial		Boy	God has given; Gift of God
Nero		Boy	Black; Stern; Strong; Vigorous
Newton		Boy	Newly established urban
Niccolo		Boy	The multitude of winning
Nirvair		Girl	One without enmity or hate; Amicable
Nirvan		Girl	Liberation; Extinguished; Blown out
Nishaan		Boy	The big emperor who commands the other rulers as well
Nour-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Light
Oaklen-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Nicknames-&-More		Unisex	Oak land
Obaloluwa		Boy	God is the king
Oberon		Boy	Elf ruler; King of elves; Royal bear
Oliwer		Boy	A look-alike of olive plan
Olli		Boy	Ancestor's descendant; Olive; Olive tree; All guard
Ozias		Boy	My power is Yahweh; Strength; Power; Salvation
Panagiotis		Girl	All holy
Paramveer		Boy	A supreme person; Greatest hero and warrior
Pavan		Girl	Purification; Breeze
Pippin		Boy	A boy who inspires awe; Traveller
Priam		Boy	Redeemed; Beloved
Rafan		Unisex	To rise
Rahman		Boy	Gracious; Merciful; Lord
Ramadan-Name:-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-Meaning-&-Insights		Boy	Ninth month in muslim calendar; Parchedness; Scorching heat; Glowing
Ramzi		Boy	Sign; Mark; Symbol; Gesture; Reserved; Demure; Quiet
Ranulph		Boy	Shield-wolf
Ravi-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-For-New-Parents		Boy	Sun
Red-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-Variations:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Red; Reeds; Roe headland; Brushwood
Reno		Boy	King of light; Dark-skinned; Reborn
Renz		Boy	A Laurel; From Laurentum; Award; Sign of victory
Rhett		Boy	Advice; Counsel; Ardent; Fiery
Rivaan		Boy	Horse rider; A star
Rizwan		Unisex	Contentment; Satisfaction
Rocket		Girl	Rocket; A bobbin; A distaff; A spinning wheel
Ryleigh-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-2025-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Rye clearing
Ryu		Boy	Dragon; Noble; Prosperous

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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