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
Sadia		Girl	Fortunate; Lucky; Intelligent
Sadiya		Girl	Lucky; Blessed; Happy
Samanta		Girl	Name of God; Flower
Sariah-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Princess; Yahweh is ruler
Shanelle		Girl	Channel
Shaniya		Girl	On my way; God is gracious
Shanvi		Unisex	Glowing; Attractive; Goddess Lakshmi
Shrinika		Girl	Lotus in the heart of Lord Vishnu; Goddess Lakshmi; Night
Sila		Girl	Reunion; Arrival; Stone; Rock; Forest; Wood
Snow		Unisex	Snow; Fair-skinned
Sorcha		Girl	Bright; Radiant
Srinika		Unisex	Wind; Thunderbolt; Goddess Lakshmi
Starla		Girl	Star
Suhana		Girl	Pleasant; Beautiful; Charming; Likeable
Suzanne		Girl	Graceful lily; Lotus; Rose
Tallie		Unisex	Leaping water; Dew from God
Tammy-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity		Girl	Date palm
Tamzin		Girl	Twin
Tanishka		Girl	Diamond
Teegan-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-Key-Insights		Unisex	Darling; Beautiful; Pretty
Teigan		Unisex	Darling; Beautiful; Pretty; Fair
Temperance		Girl	Restraint; Moderation
Theresa		Unisex	To harvest; Summer
Urwah		Boy	Support
Veda		Girl	Knowledge; Wisdom
Veera		Unisex	A strong and brave person; Faith
Vesper-Baby-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Evening star; Evening prayer
Vina		Unisex	Lute; To conquer; One who understands everything
Virginia		Girl	A virgin; Maid
Yashvi		Unisex	Fame; Praise; Glory
Yasna		Unisex	Prayer; Worship; Supplication; White rose; Clearly; Obviously
Yoana-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Unisex	Yahweh is gracious
Yohanna		Boy	Yahweh is gracious
Yostina		Unisex	Faithful; Devoted to God
Yousra-Name-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Pronunciation:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Wealth; Ease
Zanaya		Girl	Gift of god
Zariya		Girl	Scattering winds; Beauty and light; Blooming flower; Yahweh is ruler
Zenayah:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Nicknames		Boy	Princess
Zina		Girl	Sky; Shine
Aaliyan		Boy	Highly; Lofty; Sublime; Exalted
Aaris		Unisex	The brave character who stands up for his faith and belief
Abaan		Boy	Clear; Eloquent; Lucid; October
Abdalla		Boy	Servant of God; Servant of Allah
Abdou		Boy	His servant
Abdus-Name-Comprehensive-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-More		Boy	Servant of the powerful
Abe		Boy	Father of many; Father of nations; High father; Noble; Bright; Father's exalted
Agaran-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Unisex	Strong and noble
Ahron		Boy	High mountain; Exalted; Of the Mountains; Mountaineer
Ahyaan		Boy	Witness; To walk a path; Progress
Aimen		Girl	The moon's beauty; Right-handed; Blessed; Lucky
Ajan		Boy	Road; Path; Precession
Akash		Boy	Open space; Sky
Akira		Girl	Sun; Bright; Clear
Akshar		Boy	Imperishable; Indestructible; Immortal being; A letter of the alphabet or a syllable
Alaric		Boy	Ruler of all; Noble ruler
Aldo		Boy	Noble; Old; Wise
Aleksandrs		Boy	Defender of men
Alfonso		Boy	Noble; Ready
Alton:-Complete-Baby-Name-Guide-To-Meaning,-History-&-Popularity		Boy	Old town; From the town at the source of the river
Amaar		Boy	Immortality; Long-lived; Virtuous
Amani-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Hope; Wishes; Aspirations; Peace; Faith
Ander		Boy	Manly; Male; Virility; Brave; Defender of mankind
Aqeel		Boy	Gifted; Intelligent; Wise; Reasonable
Araz		Unisex	Name of a river or mountain; Happiness
Arlee		Unisex	Clearing
Arti		Girl	Worshipping ritual; Bear man; Bear king
Asil-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Noble; Evening time; Nighttime; Original; Deep-rooted
Athanasios		Boy	Wise; Goddess of wisdom and war
Athiran		Unisex	Lord Murugan; Lord Shiva
Aum		Boy	The sacred syllable; Essence of the cosmic world; The Supreme Absolute
Aviel		Girl	God is my father
Avraham		Boy	Father of many
Aws-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Boy	Gift
Ayce		Unisex	Ambitious; Intelligent; Charismatic
Aziyah		Girl	Strong; Powerful
Azzam		Boy	Determined; Resolute; Lion
Badr		Boy	Full moon
Balint		Boy	Strong and healthy
Balraj		Boy	King of might; Powerful
Balthazar		Boy	Lord protect the King
Bashir		Boy	Harbinger of good news
Bassam		Boy	Smiling; Happy
Bayley		Boy	Steward; Bailiff
Beaumont		Boy	Beautiful mountain
Bilaal		Boy	Moistening; Full moon; Victorious
Blakely		Girl	Black; Dark; Woodland clearing
Bleddyn		Boy	Wolf Hero
Bob		Boy	A short form of Robert; Bright; Famous
Boran		Boy	Thunderstorm
Boyd		Boy	Yellow; Fair
Brae		Boy	Broad; Slope of a hill
Braeden-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Broad hill; Salmon
Braiden-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide-For-2025		Unisex	Salmon; Thief
Bram		Boy	Father of multitudes
Brinley-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Burnt clearing; Hill
Cadan		Boy	Battle place; Brook; Stream
Cal-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Bald
Calin-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Expert-Guide		Boy	Victorious; Guelder rose; Battle rule
Carmelo		Boy	Garden; God's vineyard; Plantation; Mountain
Chace		Boy	Class; Hunt

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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