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
Chidubem		Unisex	The one repaired by the Almighty
Clifford		Boy	Ford near a slope
Corin-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-Key-Insights		Boy	Spear; Mountain herb; Maiden
Cosmin		Boy	Order; Decency
Courtney-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Pronunciation-&-History		Girl	Short; Short nose
Cub		Unisex	Round object; To bend
Daanish		Boy	Learning; Knowledge; Wisdom
Dakota		Unisex	Allies; Friends
Dani		Girl	God is my judge
Danil		Boy	God is my judge
Danilo		Boy	God is a judge
Danyaal-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity-&-Expert-Guide		Boy	God is my judge
Daoud-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Boy	Beloved; Uncle
Dardan		Boy	An Illyrian tribe
Darrell		Boy	One who is from Airelle
Dash		Boy	To run or sprint; One from Chiel
Desmond		Boy	One from South Munster
Devlin-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Descendant of Doibhilin; Fierce courage; Unlucky
Dharmik-Name-Meaning:-Everything-You-Need-To-Know		Unisex	Religious; Spiritual; Law; Duty; Virtue; A name of Lord Ganesha; Sacred; Brave
Diar		Girl	Scribe; Cleric; Country; Homeland; Gift; Expensive wood
Dima		Boy	Downpour; Earth mother
Dino		Boy	A little sword; Brave bear; Camellia flower
Eashan		Boy	One of many names of Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva; Sun; Lord or master
Elden-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Ultimate-Guide		Boy	Ella's hill; Sacred hill; Old friend; Light; Ray
Eliseo		Boy	God is salvation
Elson-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-6-Charming-Nicknames		Boy	Son of Ellis; Name of a town
Elyjah		Unisex	My God is Yahweh
Emilian-Name-Meaning:-Popularity,-Nicknames-&-Numerology		Boy	Rival; Name of a town in Italy
Emiliano		Boy	Rival; Industrious
Ennis		Boy	Island; One strength
Enver		Boy	Bright; Luminous
Ervin		Boy	Army friend; Boar friend
Erwan:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning,-History-&-Pronunciation		Boy	Yew
Erwin-Name-Meaning:-9-Key-Facts-About-Its-Origin-&-History		Boy	Army friend; Boar friend
Espen-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	God's bear; Divine bear
Ewen		Boy	Born of the yew tree
Fahim		Boy	Scholar; Intelligent; Wise; Learned
Fallon		Boy	Supreme; Descended from a ruler
Fedor		Boy	A divine Gift of God
Fenton		Boy	Marsh town; Descendant of Fiachna
Fineas		Boy	Serpent's mouth; Nubian
Finlee		Unisex	White warrior; Blessed warrior
Finnan-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Fair; White; Blessed
Flavio-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation-&-Origins		Girl	Blond or light-haired; Golden-haired
Gavriel		Boy	God is my strength; God is my strong man; God is my hero
Gonzalo-Name:-Origin,-Meaning,-History,-And-Pronunciation-Guide		Boy	Battle; Battle soul; Saved from battle; Battle elf
Guilherme		Boy	Will helmet; Helmet protection
Haashir		Unisex	Gatherer; The one who assembles
Hakim		Boy	Wise; Prudent; Judicious; Ruler
Hani-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Happy; Carefree; To move lightly; To touch
Hannan		Unisex	Yahweh is gracious; Gracious; Gracious gift; Grace; Compassion; Sympathy; Affection; Love
Hans		Boy	God is gracious; Swan
Hanson-Name-Meaning,-History,-And-Popularity-Explained		Boy	Son of Hans; God is gracious
Hasaan-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Handsome; Excellence; Benefactor
Haseeb		Boy	Noble; Respected; Reckoner; A variant of Hasib
Hassaan		Boy	The beauty; Beautiful
Hatim		Boy	Determined; Decisive; Judge or ruler
Hayaan		Unisex	Life; Alive; Awake; One with self-respect
Hazar		Boy	Vigilant; Careful; Cautious
Heitor		Boy	To hold; To have; To restrain
Henderson-Name-Meaning:-Your-Guide-To-Origin-And-Popularity		Boy	Son of Henry
Henrie		Boy	Home ruler
Horatio-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Hour; Time; Season
Huckleberry		Boy	Resembling the fruit on Vaccinium shrub
Humayd		Boy	praised
Hussien		Boy	Handsome
Ibaad		Unisex	Servant; Slave
Iker:-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-and-Popularity-Guide-for-2025		Boy	Visitation; Visitor
Ishar		Unisex	Divine; Godly
Itai		Boy	With me; The Lord is with me; Do; Act; Perform
Jabir:-Meaning,-History,-And-Popularity---A-Complete-Guide		Boy	One who comforts; One who consoles; Consoler
Jairus		Boy	He shines; God enlightens
Jaison-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin,-Popularity-&-Nicknames		Boy	To heal; Healer
Jamaal		Boy	The beautiful one
Jamari		Boy	A good-looking man; Beauty; The pool
Jesper-Name-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Treasurer
Jesus		Boy	The Christian God; To save; Yahweh is salvation
Jeziah-Name:-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity-Guide		Boy	Yahweh gives
Jia		Unisex	Favorite person; Family; Home; Good; Beautiful; Ravine; Valley
Jian		Boy	Build; Establish; Strong
Jin		Boy	Gold; Compassionate
Joash		Boy	Fire of Yahweh
Johnnie		Girl	God is gracious
Johnson		Boy	Son of John; Yahweh is gracious
Jolyon		Boy	Youthful; Soft-haired
Jora		Unisex	Chief; King; Wild boar; Rain; He teaches
Jordi		Boy	Farmer; Earthworker
Jory-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Farmer; Jehovah is exalted; Flow down
Jozsef		Boy	God will add
Junayd		Boy	Small army
Justice		Boy	Righteous; Just; Fair
Kace-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Vigilant
Kain		Unisex	Spear; Acquired; Archaic; Clear water
Kamden		Boy	Enclosed valley; One from the crooked valley
Kameel		Boy	Perfect
Kathir		Boy	Ray; Abundant; Much or many
Kavish		Boy	King of poets; Lord Ganesha
Kaydon		Boy	Companion
Kaylon-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Slender
Kaynan-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Strong; Wise; Leader

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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