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
Stewart-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Caretaker; Houseguard
Suhaan-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-More:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Pleasant; Beautiful; Charming; Likeable
Swaley		Boy	Winding stream
Syan		Unisex	Greenish; Ancient; Enduring
Syre		Unisex	Sire; Senior
Syrus-Name-Meaning-And-Popularity-Trends:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Throne; Lord; Young; Humiliator of the enemy; Sun; Like sun
Tahmeed		Boy	Praise; Glorify and thank Allah
Taigh		Unisex	Roof; Cover
Taj		Boy	Crown; Exalted
Talal		Boy	Nice; Beautiful in form or appearance; Admirable; Pleasant
Taryn		Unisex	Land of Eoghan; People's ruler; Trespasser; Thunder; From a rocky cliff
Taurus		Boy	Bull
Tawanda		Girl	A slender, young tree
Tawfiq		Boy	Success; Reconciliation
Teodoro		Boy	Gift from god
Terrence		Unisex	To prompt; Smooth; Soft
Thom		Boy	A short form of Thomas; Twin
Tibor		Boy	Of Tibur
Tighe		Boy	Poet
Timofey		Boy	Honoring God
Tobyn		Boy	Jehovah is good
Toms		Boy	Latvian version of Tom; Twin
Tor		Boy	Thunder; King
Torrin-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-Key-Insights		Girl	From the hills
Treyvon-Name-Meaning-In-2025:-Origin,-History,-Popularity		Boy	Three; Hope
Tyla		Unisex	Tiler of roofs; To praise or shine
Tylan:-Complete-Guide-To-Name-Meaning,-Popularity-And-Nicknames		Unisex	Tall
Tytus		Boy	Title of honor
Ulysse		Boy	To hate
Vedant-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	One who has complete knowledge of the Vedas
Vernon		Boy	Land of alder trees
Viaansh		Boy	Part of life
Vishan		Unisex	Horn; Tusk
Vittorio		Boy	Victorious; Conqueror
Vivan-Baby-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-For-Parents		Unisex	Life; Plaiting; Twisting; Alive; Bright in battle
Vrishank		Boy	A pious man; Lord Shiva
Wallace-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	A Welshman; A Celt
Warner		Boy	Cautious army; Defender
Wayde		Unisex	A ford; To go
Wesam-Name:-Key-Insights-On-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-Meaning		Unisex	Medal; Badge; Decoration
Westley-Name-Guide:-Origin,-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Boy	West woodland; West clearing
Wynter-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Unisex	A season; The fourth season of the year
Xian		Boy	Present; String; First; Elegant; Virtuous; Admire
Yago-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity,-Pronunciation-&-More		Boy	Supplanter; Holder of the heel; May God protect; Universally
Yann		Boy	Yahweh is gracious
Yasar		Boy	Lives; Inhabits; Wealth; Ease
Yavor		Boy	Maple tree
Yonah-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-And-History		Unisex	Dove
Yosif		Boy	He will add
Yossi		Unisex	He will add
Yuvansh		Unisex	Young generation; Part of youth
Zale-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Comprehensive-Guide-For-2025		Boy	Sea-strength; Someone who lives on the other side of the wood
Zamin		Unisex	Guarantor; Sponsorer
Zekiah		Unisex	Yahweh strengthens
Zi		Unisex	Purple; Appearance; Presence
Zishan		Unisex	Princely; Honor; Moon; Magnificent; Violet; Coral
Zyaire		Boy	River swallowing rivers; Congo river
Aafia		Girl	Health; Freedom from illness; Well-being
Aakifah		Girl	Focused; Devoted
Aamena-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-Popularity		Girl	Trustworthy; Faithful; Secure
Aamilah-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity,-And-Nicknames		Girl	Worker; Hopeful; Aspirational
Aamirah-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Princess; Commander; High born; Treetop
Aanshi-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Popularity,-5-Adorable-Nicknames		Girl	God's gift; Fragment; Part of
Aaravi		Girl	Peaceful melody; Calm noise
Abrielle		Girl	God is my strong man; Innocent; King of elves
Adalind		Girl	Noble; Tender
Adara		Girl	Noble; Maidens; Chaste; Exalted; Beauty
Adiva-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Kind; Polite; Gracious; Pleasant; Gentle
Adiya		Boy	Normal; Regular; Ornament of God
Adria		Girl	From Hadria
Adrija		Girl	Daughter of the mountain; Epithet of Goddess Parvati; Woman from Hadria
Afifah		Girl	Chaste
Afrah		Girl	Happiness; Joy; Mirth; Celebration
Afsana		Unisex	Fairy tale or legend; Myth
Ailbhe		Boy	World; Light; White; Rock
Ainara		Girl	The swallow bird; Moonlight; Moon flame; Moon pomegranate
Aisa		Girl	Living; Alive; Moonlike
Aiva		Unisex	Yew tree; Army; Warrior; Quince
Akshaya		Boy	Eternal; Imperishable
Aleina		Girl	Noble; Little rock; To shine; Delicate
Alejandra		Girl	Defender or helper of the people
Aleya		Girl	To ascend; Noble; Lofty; Heavenly
Alishah		Boy	Noble; Noble kind
Alizey		Unisex	Wind; Gracious
Alleyah-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Leader; To ascend
Alyzah		Unisex	The Almighty; The Strong
Ama-Name-Meaning,-Origins-&-History:-Complete-Guide-For-2025		Girl	Child born on Saturday; Heaven; Beloved; Vigorous; Sky; God of fertility and rain; Wet nurse; Grandmother; Dark one
Amarachukwu		Girl	God's grace; Mercy of God
Amaryllis		Girl	Shining; Sparkling
Ameenah		Girl	Truthful; Trustworthy; Faithful; Honest woman
Amela-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-Popularity		Girl	Hope; Aspiration
Amelle		Unisex	Hope; Longing; Aspiration
Amena-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Truthful; Trustworthy; Faithful; Honest
Amera:-Origin,-Meaning-and-Popularity-in-2025---Key-Insights		Girl	Princess; Tree top; High born girl
Amethyst-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Not intoxicated or drunk; Name of a gemstone
Amila		Girl	Valuable; Priceless; Brave; Soft; Clean; Smart; Work
Amreet		Boy	Eternal; Immortal
Anabela		Girl	Graceful and beautiful; Lovable
Anaira		Girl	Unique; Graceful; Different; Precious; Joyful
Anaise-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Favour; Grace; Chaste; Immaculate

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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