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
Boyan		Boy	Battle; Beautiful wave
Brad-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Boy	Wide; Broad
Braden		Boy	Broad valley; Brave; Salmon
Brannon		Boy	Descendant of Braonán; Rain; Moisture; Drop
Brayson-Name:-Ultimate-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity		Boy	Hill; Son of Bray
Brendon		Boy	Prince; King
Brook		Unisex	A small stream; Blessed; A person who lived near a brook; Swamp; Marsh
Brychan		Boy	Speckled; Freckled
Buckley		Boy	Deer meadow; Cowherd; Servant
Caine		Boy	To get; Acquired; Spear; Son of warrior
Cali		Girl	Affectionate; Calm; Fair; Ocean; Pure; Good; Beautiful; Best; Cup; Chalice
Camron		Boy	One who has a crooked nose
Can		Boy	Soul; Life; Darling
Carlson		Boy	Son of Carl; Free man; Army
Carmine		Boy	Song; Garden; Crimson
Carrick		Boy	Name of a town; Rocky place; Hound of the rock
Carsten		Boy	Man from karst; Son of Carsten; Christian; To anoint
Cas-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-Popularity-Explained		Boy	Treasurer; Curly haired
Cato-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Wise
Cavalli		Unisex	Horses; Cavalry
Cayo		Unisex	Rejoice
Cecil		Boy	Blind
Cellan-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-More		Unisex	God's gift
Cemal		Boy	Beautiful and smart
Charleston		Boy	Son of Charles
Charlton		Boy	Settlement of free man
Charvik		Boy	Intelligent; Bright; Clever; Active
Chetan		Boy	Visible; Conscious; Soul
Christiano		Boy	Follower of Christ
Claudiu		Boy	Lame; Crippled
Cobe		Unisex	Holder of the heel; Supplanter
Corby		Boy	A young, newly born crow; Raven
Crispin-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Curly-haired
Cynan		Boy	A noble Chief
Daemon-Name-Meaning:-7-Variant-Names-&-Mythological-Roots		Boy	Loyal; Godlike; Provider; Guardian spirit
Dafi		Boy	One keeping away
Daire		Girl	Fruitful; Fertile
Daivik		Boy	Divine
Dali		Unisex	Name of a flower; Gift of god; Goddess of the hunt; Noble; Arriving at logic
Darby		Boy	Deer park; Deer settlement; Son of Diarmuid or Dermot
Dareen:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity		Girl	One who has wisdom; This life and afterlife; Darling; Compassion
Darnell-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Hidden nook; A type of grass
Darshan		Boy	Seeing; Observing; Understanding
Dawit		Boy	Beloved; Uncle
Dayan		Unisex	Mister; Ruler; Chief
Daylen-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Complete-Guide		Boy	Toward the tide or flow
Deano		Boy	Valley; Dean; Chief of ten
Deegan		Boy	A black-haired person
Demetrius		Girl	Earth mother; Devoted to goddess Demeter
Derick-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Popularity-Guide		Boy	Ruler of the people
Derry		Unisex	Without envy
Devaansh-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Complete-Guide		Girl	Part of God
Deven		Unisex	Descendant of Damhán; Calf; Fawn; Little dark one; Lord of gods
Devontae-Name-Insights:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-And-Popularity		Boy	Tribe of Dumnonii
Dheeran		Boy	Achiever; Winner; Victorious
Dhrish		Boy	Sight; Vision; Imaginative
Dhruva		Boy	Fixed; Immovable; Stable; Pole star; Unshakeable
Dhyey		Boy	Target; Mission; Objective; Goal
Dilawar-Name-Origin:-Meaning,-Variations,-And-Nicknames		Boy	Brave; Courageous; Heart; Bringing or giving
Diyaan		Unisex	Deed; Action; To do
Dolton		Boy	Settlement by the hill
Domenico-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-History,-Popularity-&-More		Boy	Belonging to God
Dominion		Unisex	Supreme authority; Sovereignty
Dominique-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Belonging to the Lord
Donnacha		Boy	Brown battle
Dontay		Boy	Lasting; Enduring; One who has spiritual leadership
Donte-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Boy	Enduring; Hard
Dovydas		Boy	A form of David; name of a King
Draven		Boy	Hunter; Child of shadows; Of the raven
Dusan		Boy	Soul; Spirit
Earl		Boy	Nobleman; Warrior
Edouard		Boy	Rich guard
Eesaa		Boy	Providing salvation; prophet's name
Ekbir		Boy	The one who is the only brave person
Eknoor		Unisex	Enlightenment or one who embodies divine light
Elbert		Boy	Noble and bright
Elbie-Name-Pronunciation,-Meaning,-Numerology:-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Noble; Famous
Eldar-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Boy	Country's possessor; Fiery warrior
Eleazar-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	My God has helped; God helps
Eliya		Girl	My God is an oath
Elroy		Boy	The king
Ely		Boy	Ascension; My god is Yahweh
Emils		Boy	Eager; A variant of Emile
Emmerson		Boy	Son of Emery; Whole; Great; Ruler
Emory		Boy	Faith and sweet; Home strength; Industrious
Enda		Boy	Bird or bird-like
Erdem-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Virtue; Knowledge; Wisdom
Erhan		Boy	Brave leader; Soldier king
Essey-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Star
Evans		Boy	Son of Evan; God is gracious
Ezaan		Boy	Obedience; Submission
Ezekiah		Unisex	The strength of God
Eziah		Unisex	God is my salvation
Ezriel-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-For-2025		Boy	My help is God
Faolan		Boy	Little wolf
Farid		Boy	A unique personality
Farren-Name-Meaning-&-History:-Guide-To-Origin-&-Variations		Boy	Iron grey
Fawwaz		Boy	Successful
Ferris-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Boy	Man of vigor
Findley		Boy	Fair warrior; White Warrior

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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