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
Faye-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-History,-And-Popularity-In-2025		Girl	Fairy; Loyalty; Beech tree; Belief
Zaynab		Unisex	A fragrant tree; Beauty; Life of Zeus
Ayra-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Respectable; Intelligence; Happiness; Honorable; Awe-inspiring; Vision-filled
Sami-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-History:-A-Complete-Baby-Name-Guide		Unisex	Elevated; Sublime; Supreme; Exalted; Name of God
Emmanuel-Guide:-Meaning,-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-Variations		Boy	God is with us
Iyla		Girl	Moonlight; Terebinth tree; Earth; Speech; Island
Ilyas		Boy	Yahweh is my God
Ana-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Key-Insights-For-2025		Girl	Favor; Grace; Merciful
Aubree		Girl	Elf ruler; King of the elves
Fabian		Boy	Bean farmer
Richard		Boy	Brave ruler; Mighty king; Firm ruler
Lila		Girl	Playful; Amusement; Dark beauty; Night
Ben		Boy	Son
Erica		Girl	Forever strong; Everlasting ruler; Heather
Azaan		Boy	Announcement; Call to prayer
Aadam		Boy	Father of mankind; To be red; To make; Man
Conor		Boy	Lover of wolves; Hunter; Desiring wolves
Aiza		Girl	Living; Rock; Stone; Golden moon; Visitor; Seat of love; Ravine
Minnie		Girl	Determined guardian; Resolute protector
Kayla-Baby-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Crown of laurels; Who is like god
Cohen		Boy	One who performs sacred rituals; Priest
Erik		Boy	Eternal ruler
Finnley-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-History:-2025-Guide		Girl	Fair hero; White warrior
Rachel		Girl	Ewe; Female sheep
Amal-Baby-Name-Meaning,-Origin-And-Complete-Guide		Boy	Hope; Aspiration; Work
Nate		Boy	God has given; He gave
Travis		Unisex	To cross over
Kairo		Boy	Victorious; Attractive; Summer color
Jeremiah-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Yahweh will exalt
Ariya		Girl	Honorable; Noble; Aryan; Song; Melody
Rae		Boy	Ewe; Female sheep; Son of Rath; Grace
Reeva		Girl	To tie; To bind; To join
Philippa		Boy	Friend of horses; Lover of horses
Kobi		Boy	Holder of the heel; May God protect; Born On Tuesday
Timothy		Boy	Honoring God
Aya-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Complete-Guide-For-Parents		Girl	Design; Colorful; Miracle; Verse; Sword
Leighton		Unisex	Town with a leek garden; From a meadow farm
Elisa		Girl	My God is an oath; My God is fullness
Ffion		Boy	Foxglove
Jay-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Variations:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Victory; Jaybird
Theodora		Girl	Gift from God
Barney		Boy	Son of the Prophet; Son of consolation; A strong and brave bear
Amirah		Girl	Princess; Highborn girl; Treetop; Leader
Jimmy-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Holder of the heel; Supplanter; May God protect
Solomon		Boy	Peace
Huxley		Boy	Inhospitable place; Hugh's meadow, clearing, woodland
Inayah		Girl	Care; Concern
Amayah		Girl	The end; Mother city; Heavenly valley; Close to God; Night rain
Evangeline-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-History-&-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Good news
Aarav		Boy	Peaceful melody; A calm noise
Carson		Boy	Son of marsh dwellers; Descendant of Carra
Harri		Boy	Home ruler
Klara		Girl	Clear; Bright; Famous
Alma-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide-For-2025		Boy	Nourishing; Fostering; Soul; Young woman
Fatimah		Girl	To abstain; Chaste; Daughter of the Prophet Muhammad
Amir-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Variations-&-Popularity-Trends-2025		Boy	Ruler; Prince; Commander
Buddy-Name-Meaning:-Complete-History,-Popularity,-And-More		Boy	Buddy; Brother; Companion
Mylo		Unisex	Merciful; Soldier; Gracious
Haris		Boy	Grace; Kindness; Plowman; Cultivator
Percy-Name-Origin-And-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	One who pierces the valley
Greyson-Name-Meaning,-History-&-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Son of the gray-haired man; Son of the steward
Arianna-Baby-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Most holy; Silver; Melody
Lina		Girl	Tender; Palm tree; Flax; United; Absorbed; Pretty; Elegant; Sunlight; Cascade falls
Sapphire		Girl	Blue; Precious gem
Dua		Girl	Prayer; I want; I love
Zak		Boy	Yahweh remembers
Alicja		Girl	Of the noble kind; Noble; Honorable
Ayden-Baby-Name:-Origin,-Meaning,-History-&-Popularity-In-2025		Boy	Little fire
Ronan		Boy	Little seal; A pledge; An oath
Betty		Girl	Oath of God
Tia-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Aunt; Goddess of light
Jennifer		Girl	White phantom; Fair lady; Supernatural
Yunus-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Dove; Peaceful being; God's gift; Accomplishment
Kobe		Boy	Holder of the heel; May God protect; City of Kobe; Tortoise
Casey		Boy	Vigilant; Watchful
Nylah		Girl	Achiever; Fury or passion; Hero; Cloud
Arla		Girl	Early; In the morning; A betrothed woman bearing the qualities of an eagle
Cian		Boy	Ancient; Enduring one
Junior		Boy	Young; Child; Younger
Franciszek		Boy	Frenchman; Franks; Someone who is free
Emilie		Girl	Rival; Industrious; Hardworking
Lucie		Girl	Light; Illumination
Blossom		Girl	Flower-like
Inaya-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity-&-Variations		Girl	Concern; Care
Aila		Girl	Noble; Holy; Blessed; Halo; Moonlight; Terebinth tree
Woody		Boy	A land covered with trees; Wooded area; Row of houses by a wood
Santiago-Baby-Name:-Origin,-Meaning-&-Popularity-Guide		Unisex	Saint James; Holder of the heel; Supplanter
Fern		Unisex	One who lives among ferns
Vivienne		Girl	Alive; Life
Paul-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-&-History		Boy	One who is humble and small
Bilal		Boy	The Prophet's person; Calling prayer; Winner; Full moon; Water; Victorious
Ernie-Name-Meaning-In-6-Languages:-Origin,-History-&-Popularity		Girl	Serious; Earnest
Amari-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Origin-&-Everything-You-Need-To-Know		Unisex	Promised by God; Courage; Moon; Gracious; Immortal; Surplus; Long-lived
Dougie		Boy	Dark river; Green; Grey; Water; Black imposter
Hawa		Girl	Air; Desire; To live; To breathe
Iqra		Girl	Read; To recite; Confess
Keegan		Boy	Son of Aodhagán; Son of Fire
Zayaan		Boy	Beautifier; Beautiful; Handsome
Preston		Boy	One who is from the priest's settlement or town
Demi		Girl	Earth mother; Goddess of harvest

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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