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
Tyra		Unisex	Holy thunder; Strength of Thor; Land of yew trees
Vania-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	God is gracious
Vasilisa		Girl	King; Empress
Victory-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Variants-&-Popularity-Guide		Unisex	To conquer
Vita-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Life; Victory
Viya		Unisex	Wealth; To give; Traverse
Vrinda		Girl	Holy basil; Multitude; Ten hundred millions; Goddess Radha
Warda-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History---Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Rose; Guardian
Winona		Girl	First-born daughter
Xyla		Unisex	Wood; The Cross
Yashfa		Girl	Healing; Curative
Zala		Girl	Rose; Shininess
Zareen		Unisex	Golden; Made of gold
Zayah-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Honest; Hope; Faith
Zayana		Boy	Adorned; Beautiful; Radiant
Zerya		Girl	Sea
Zirwa		Unisex	Pinnacle; Top; The very best
Zsofia		Girl	Wisdom
Aahid		Boy	Promise; Oath taker
Aarian-Name:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Noble; Most holy
Aayden		Boy	Fire
Abanoub		Boy	Father Anubis; Of Anubis
Abd-Name:-A-Guide-For-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-And-Meaning		Boy	Slave; Servant
Abdulhamid		Boy	Servant of the praiseworthy
Abdulla		Boy	Allah's servant
Abhiram		Boy	Lovely; Pleasing
Abid-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Flame; Worshipper; Devout; Admirer; Adorer
Abner-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Popularity-&-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Father of light; My father is a light; Enlightener; God is my light
Abrahim		Boy	Father of nations; Exalted father
Adhrit		Boy	One who does not need any support, but supports others
Adib		Boy	Cultured; Courteous; Refined; Educated; Scholar; Well-mannered
Adonay		Unisex	My Lord
Advaith		Boy	One who has no duplicate; Non-duality; Unity
Afan		Boy	Chaste; Modest; Pure; River
Affaan-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popular-Trends		Unisex	Chaste; Virtuous; Pure; Modest
Afnan		Boy	Tree branches with leaves
Agustin-Name-Meaning:-Origin-And-Popularity-In-2025		Boy	Exalted; To increase
Ahan		Boy	Day; Dawn
Akeel		Boy	Wise; Intelligent
Akil		Boy	Complete; Intelligent; Wise
Aland		Boy	Noble land; Moose
Alaz		Boy	Intention
Alben		Boy	White; From Alba
Albin-Name:-Comprehensive-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity		Boy	White; Bright
Alif		Boy	Friend; Associate; Kind
Alim-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity-&-More		Boy	Learned; Expert; Scholar; Servant of the all-knowing
Aliyar		Boy	Exalted; High
Alli-Baby-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-For-Parents		Girl	A type of duck; Noble; Elevated
Almir		Boy	Prince; Commander; Noble; Famous
Alper-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Boy	Heroic male; Brave warrior
Alun		Boy	Handsome; Little rock
Alvi		Girl	White; Bright
Amare		Unisex	Long-lived; To live long
Amaru		Boy	Snake
Amine		Boy	Faithful; Honest; Truthful; Feel safe
Amiri-In-2025:-Guide-To-Origin,-Meaning,-And-Significance		Boy	Kingdom; Royal; Tree top; Prince
Amjad		Boy	Greater glory; Noble; Most glorious
Amr-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Pronunciation,-History-&-More		Boy	To live long; To thrive
Anakin		Boy	Warrior
Andrey		Boy	A born warrior; One who is manly and brave
Antoine		Boy	Flower; Praiseworthy; Prosperous
Arav-Baby-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-For-2025		Boy	Calm; Peaceful; Wisdom; Radiance Beautiful; Sound; Thundering
Areen		Boy	People who belong to the arid region of Persia; High mountain; Exalted
Arel		Unisex	Lion of God
Arfan		Boy	Knowledge; Learning; Awareness
Aria		Girl	Song; Air; Melody
Arif		Boy	Expert; Knowing; Knowledgeable; Learned; Wise; Intelligent; Kind; Good; Smart
Ariz		Boy	Lucky; Successful; Oak; Rain-bearing cloud
Arjen-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	From Hadria; Noble; Golden life
Arsal		Boy	One who was sent; To send
Arslan		Unisex	Lion; Absolute fearless; Gladiator; Brave
Arty		Boy	Bear man
Arvan		Boy	Flour; Flour bin; Righteous; Virtuous; To believe; A lot
Aryeh		Boy	Lion; Lion of God; Greatest achievement
Aser		Unisex	Happy; Blessed
Ashir		Boy	Fire; Sun; Diamond; Consumer of sacrifices; Indestructible; Friendly
Atreyu		Boy	Son of all; Great warrior
Aubin		Boy	Fair; White; Bright
Ayhan		Boy	King of the moon
Aylan		Unisex	Openness; Space; Square
Ayotomiwa		Boy	Wealth has returned
Azael		Boy	God sees
Aziel		Boy	God is my strength; God is my power
Banks-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Pronunciation-Guide		Unisex	One who lives at the edge of a river or hillside; Bench; Table
Barnie		Boy	From the land that was burned; Brave; Bear; Courageous; Son of comfort
Bartek		Boy	Son of Talmai
Benedek		Boy	Holy; Blessed
Beren		Boy	Strong; Smart
Bodi-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Bel protect the king; Fat; Messenger; Enlightenment in Buddhism
Bohan		Boy	Victorious
Bosco		Boy	Forest
Bramley		Boy	Broom meadow
Branden-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Pronunciation:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Hill covered with broom
Brynmor		Boy	From the great hill
Burhaan		Boy	Man with proof
Buzz		Boy	Buzz; Hum; Murmur
Cabe		Boy	Ropemaker
Caelen		Boy	Slender; Narrow; Fine; Victorious people
Cainan		Boy	Possession
Calan		Boy	Victorious; Descendant of Cathalán

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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