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
Jashan		Boy	Celebration; Rejoice; Merriment; Gleeful
Jasiah-Name-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Yahweh supports
Jassim		Unisex	Strong; Great; Famous
Javon		Boy	Greece; Eternal
Jaziah		Unisex	Yahweh supports
Jean		Unisex	God is gracious
Jediah		Boy	God knows everything in this world; Praise of Yahweh
Jerzy		Boy	Farmer; Earthworker
Jiyan		Unisex	Life; Wisdom; Beautiful
Joni		Unisex	God is gracious; Yahweh is gracious
Julien		Boy	Jove's child; Youthful; Downy-bearded; Devoted to Jove
Juno		Girl	Young; Queen of the Heavens
Jupiter		Boy	Supreme God of the sky; Father of the sky
Kaeson-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Popularity,-And-Numerology-Guide		Unisex	Enclosure; Yard; Town
Kahlil		Boy	Friend
Kaian		Unisex	Leader; Victory of peace
Kaidyn		Boy	Friend; Fighter
Kainan		Boy	To acquire; Possession
Kaon-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Flower; Sound
Karlos		Boy	Man with freedom; Army; Free man; Man; Warrior
Karthik		Boy	Name of a hindu month; Lord Murugan; Demon slayer
Kaycen		Unisex	Enclosure; Yard; Town; Calf
Kayde		Unisex	Round; Each of the two; Pure
Kayhan		Unisex	Morning star; Ruler
Kazim		Boy	One who controls his anger
Kealan		Unisex	Slender
Keion-Baby-Name-Meaning:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Boy	Lion; Of Zeus; The homeland; To construct; Strong; Respect
Kemuel-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Raised by God; Helper of God
Khairi-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Boy	Goodness; Member of the warrior class
Khalifah		Boy	Steward; Leader
Khamari-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Popularity-&-Pronunciation-Guide		Boy	Moon
Kiah		Girl	God gives strength; A new beginning; Little wise one; Dawn; Fom the beautiful place
Kion		Boy	Ocean; Request garden
Kip-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-History-&-Popularity-In-2025		Boy	Male salmon; Basketmaker; Chicken; Bundle; Hides of flax
Kitson		Unisex	Bearing Christ; Each of the two; Pure
Kiyansh		Boy	A person with all good qualities; One blessed with all good qualities
Kodey		Boy	Gives a helping hand
Kohan-Baby-Name:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Unisex	Beloved; Old; Priest
Kolton-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Cola's town; Charcoal town
Konan		Unisex	Born on Wednesday; Little wolf; Little hound
Krasimir		Boy	Krasimir means The Beautiful Peace
Kron-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	To cut
Kruze		Unisex	Cross
Kurt		Boy	Brave counsel
Kwaku-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Boy	One who is born on a Wednesday
Laurentiu		Boy	Laurel; Romanian form of Laurentius
Lawrie		Boy	From Laurentum; Laurel
Layke-Baby-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning-And-Popularity		Unisex	Lake-like; Body of water
Ledion-Baby-Name:-Explore-Pronunciation,-Numerology-&-Trends		Boy	The Morning Star
Leelan-Baby-Name:-Everything-You-Need-To-Know		Unisex	Hostage
Lennard		Boy	Brave lion; Hard; Brave; Hardy
Levan		Boy	Lion
Lewys		Boy	The one of fame in war
Link-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-History-&-Popularity-In-2025		Boy	Lake colony; Name of an English city
Lion		Boy	Lion; My strength
Lior		Boy	My light
Lohan		Unisex	Light
Lowan		Unisex	Joyful; Malleefowl
Lui		Boy	Light; From Lucania; Famous warrior; Thunder
Major		Boy	Council spear
Malakhi		Boy	Angel or messenger of God
Malick		Boy	A variant of the name Malik; God; The King; Above all earthy rulers
Mani		Boy	A jewel; Moon; God is with us
Mantas		Boy	Intelligent; Clever; Wealth; Property
Marios		Boy	A person full of bitterness and misery
Marlee		Girl	Pleasant wood; Boundary wood; Marten wood; Marshy meadow;Elderberry tree
Marlie-Name-Meaning:-3-Key-Insights-Into-Its-Origin-And-History		Boy	Pleasant wood; Boundary wood; Mary of Magdala
Marti		Boy	Of Mars; Warlike; Warrior; Famous counsel
Matan		Boy	Gift; To give
Matty-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Gift of Yahweh; Gift of God
Matvey		Boy	Given by God
Maxen		Boy	Greatest
Mayan		Boy	Pure One; Spring of water; Magic
Mehmed-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Praised; Commendable
Michele-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Who is like God?
Mihailo		Boy	Who is like God
Millan		Girl	Loving; Pleasant; Gracious; Rival; Person who lives near a mill
Misha		Unisex	Who is like God; Smile
Mobeen		Boy	Clear; Distinct
Mordecai		Boy	Warrior; Follower; Worshiper of Marduk; Servant of Marduk
Mourad		Boy	Wish; Desire
Mousa		Boy	Drawn from the water; Son; Deliver
Mubashir		Boy	The bringer of good news
Mubeen		Unisex	Clear; Evident; Prominent
Mudassir		Boy	Clothed or enveloped in garments; Covered; Enveloped
Muneeb		Boy	One who turns in repentance; One who turns to the right path
Mutasim		Boy	Adhering to God; Taking refuge in
Nadir		Boy	Rare; Scarce; Precious
Naveed-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Complete-Guide		Boy	Good news; Good tidings
Navid		Boy	Good news; Reward; Judgment
Nawaz		Boy	Soothe; Cherish; Caress
Nazar-Name-Meaning,-History-&-Variations:-Complete-Guide		Boy	From Nazareth; Vision; To look
Nehan		Girl	Hidden; Secret; Beautiful; Ridge or peak
Nicco		Boy	People of victory
Nikolaj		Boy	Victory; The victor among all
Nils		Boy	Accomplishment of the people; Victory
Nolen		Boy	Famous; Loud; Champion
Norbert		Boy	Bright North; Northern brightness
Nuno		Boy	Grandfather; Squire; Fish
Nye		Boy	Esteem; Dignity; Honor; At the river

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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