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.

In This Article

Browse Top Baby Names by Gender

Girl Boy

Browse Top Baby Names by Year

Name		Gender	Meaning
Peter:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Boy	Rock; Stone
Eddie		Boy	Rich protector; Rich guard
Polly		Girl	Bitter; Lost lost child; Humble
Amy-Name-Meaning-&-History:-The-Ultimate-Guide		Girl	Beloved; To love
Antoni-Baby-Name-In-2025:-A-Guide-To-Origin-And-Meaning		Boy	Priceless; Praiseworthy; Flower
Tristan-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide-For-Your-Baby		Unisex	Sad; Melancholy
Emmie		Girl	Rival; Universal; Great
Callie-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Most beautiful; Beautiful-voiced; Bearer of the cup; Most lovely
Flynn		Unisex	Blood-red; Ruddy; Crimson
Jonathan		Boy	Gift of God
Omar-Baby-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Flourishing; Long-lived; Wealthy; Famous; Eloquent; Gifted
Khadijah		Girl	Premature child
Lukas		Boy	Illumination; Light
Lilah		Girl	Night beauty; Delicate; Night
Leonard		Boy	Lion-like; Brave man
Pearl-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Precious; A gem of the sea
Maia		Girl	Mother; Greater; Dame; Foster mother
Leila		Girl	Night time; Dark
Maeve		Girl	One who rules or intoxicates
Bradley-Name-Meaning:-Everything-You-Need-To-Know		Boy	A broad clearing or field
Jakub-Baby-Name-Guide:-Origin,-Meaning,-History-&-Popularity		Boy	Holder of the heel; Supplanter; May God protect
Mustafa-Name-Origin-&-Meaning:-Popularity,-Variants-&-Insights		Boy	The chosen one; Appointed; Preferred
India-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Country originating in river Indus; Body of trembling water, river
Rio		Boy	River; White jasmine; Village; Center; Thread; Cherry blossom
Keira		Girl	Little dark-haired one
Xavier-Baby-Name:-Origin,-Meaning-&-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	New house; Bright
Antonia		Girl	Priceless; Praiseworthy
Abel-Baby-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-Complete-Guide		Boy	Breath; Vapor; Son; Noble; Strength; Fortitude
Zack		Boy	Yahweh remembers; God remembers
Christian		Boy	A Christian; Follower of Jesus Christ
Inaaya		Girl	Care; Concern
Hattie		Girl	Home or land ruler
Andrew		Boy	Man; Manly; Brave; Strength; Warrior
Axel		Boy	Father is peace
Corey		Boy	Cauldron; Curly-haired; Maiden
Ariella		Girl	Lioness of God
Zac-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	God has remembered; God remembers
Primrose		Girl	The very first rose
Asher		Boy	Happy; Blessed; Someone who lived by an ash tree or ash grove
Matteo-Baby-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Essential-Guide		Boy	God's gift
Alicia-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Pronunciation,-And-Popularity		Girl	Noble; Kind; Nobility
Eliana-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-For-2025		Girl	God has given the answer; Sun
Haniya		Girl	Pleasant; Restfulness; Calm
Aleksander-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Defender of mankind
Winnie		Girl	White; Blessed; Stream; Flow; Pacify; Quell; Reconcile
Victor		Boy	Winner or conqueror
Nelly		Girl	Shining light; Most beautiful woman; Corposant; Moon;
Remy		Unisex	Oarsman; Rower; Cure
Zuzanna		Girl	Lily; Rose; Lotus
Hana		Girl	Hope, Flower, Bliss, Number one, craft, Shine, Moon
Coby		Unisex	Supplanter; May God protect
Otto		Boy	Fortune; Prosperity; Glorious wealth
Everly		Girl	Boar meadow; Boar clearing
Mark		Boy	Mars; God of war; Male; Warlike; Hammer; Defender
Zion-Baby-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-On-Meaning-And-Popularity		Unisex	Holy place; Utopia
Aleena		Girl	Torch; Shining light; Fair; Delicate; Noble; Bright
Rhys		Boy	Ardor; Enthusiasm; Fiery warrior; War hammer
Ayesha-Name-Meaning:-Origins,-Variations-&-Popularity-Trends		Girl	Living; Alive; Happy; Woman
Fraser-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-History		Boy	Strawberry; Name of a place in Scotland
Georgina		Girl	Farmer; Earthworker
Hayden		Unisex	Hay hill
Bertie-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-Pronunciation-Guide		Boy	Noble and bright; Bright army; Bright
Neve		Girl	Snow; Bright; Radiant; Beauty; Pleasant
Stefan		Unisex	Crown; Wreath
Etta		Girl	Home ruler
Marcus		Boy	Warlike; Dedicated to Mars
Annabel		Girl	Lovable; Grace; Favor
Adrian		Boy	Man from Hadria
Kaiden-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-History:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Loving companion; From the wetlands; Warrior
Clementine		Girl	Merciful; Gentle; Orange
Rohan		Boy	Ascending; Red-haired
Liyana		Girl	It is raining; Soft; Delicate; Flax; Beautiful; Elegant; Graceful
Amina-Name-Meaning,-History,-And-Popularity:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Honest; Trustworthy; Safe; Protected
Reginald		Boy	Advice; Counsel; Authority
Sam:-Meaning,-History,-Variants,-And-Popularity-Complete-Guide		Boy	Name of God; God has heard; Sun
Freddy		Boy	Peaceful ruler
April-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Girl	To open
Elise-Baby-Name-Complete-Guide:-Origin,-Meaning,-And-Popularity		Girl	God is my oath
Nicolas		Boy	Victory of the people
Josiah-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Pop-Culture-Insights		Boy	Jehovah supports
Alessia		Girl	Helper; Defender
Lana-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-&-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Small rock; Afloat
Nico		Boy	Victory of the people
Cillian		Boy	Church; Monastery; Little warrior
Ralphie		Boy	Wolf counsel
Alyssa		Girl	Noble; Alyssum flower
Alisha		Girl	Nobility; Kind; Noble; Protected by God
Josie		Girl	God will give; God is gracious
Ashton		Boy	Ash tree town; From the ash tree farm
Ismail		Unisex	God listens
Barnaby		Boy	Son of encouragement; Son of the Prophet; Son of consolation
Casper-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Popularity-Guide		Boy	Treasurer
Gabriela-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	God is my strength
Douglas		Boy	Dark river; Dark water
Ayah-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	A sign of miracle; God's existence and greatness; The verses of Quran
Martin-Name-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History:-Expert-Insights		Boy	The god of war; Mars; Dedicated to Mars; Warlike; Male
Andrei-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-For-2025		Boy	Courageous; Enduring; Manly; Masculine
Valentina-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Complete-Guide		Girl	Strong; Vigourous; Healthy
Talia		Girl	Dew from God
Hector		Boy	To check; To have; To hold; To restrain; Brown horse

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

Illustration: Momjunction Design Team