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
Bahadur		Boy	A brave, manly, and efficient person; Hero; Valiant warrior
Baine		Unisex	White; Fair
Baraka		Boy	Blessings
Barnes		Boy	One who lived or worked in a barn; Barley dwelling
Bart		Boy	Son of Talmai; Bright
Behr		Boy	Bear; Bore
Benedikt		Boy	Happy; Blessed
Benzion		Boy	Son of Zion
Berat		Boy	Letters patent
Bertrand		Boy	Bright rim of a shield
Bhavya-Name:-Meaning,-Popularity,-Nicknames-&-Complete-Guide		Boy	Large and elegant; Magnificent
Bibek		Boy	Wisdom; Discrimination; Distinction
Billie		Girl	Strength; Determination; Resolute protector
Bishan-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Numerology-&-More		Girl	Lord Vishnu; All-pervasive
Bivan		Unisex	Full of life; Full of energy
Blessed		Unisex	Divine favor or protection
Blessing-Baby-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Consecration
Blin-Name-Meaning:-Zodiac-Insights,-Nicknames-&-More		Unisex	Sturgeon; Linden tree; Ethnic group in Eritrea
Blythe		Girl	Happy
Boiken-Name-Guide-For-2025:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Pronunciation		Boy	Strong; Brave; Resolute
Boluwatife		Girl	God wishes; One who follows the will of God
Borna		Boy	Fight; Battle; Young
Braedon		Boy	Broad hill; Salmon
Braven-Name-Meaning-And-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Show-off; Fine; Courageous; Raven
Braylen-Name:-Ultimate-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity		Boy	Broad valley; Salmon; Marsh
Braylin		Girl	Hill; Lake; A person belonging to the hillside
Brenden		Boy	Prince; King; Outstanding
Bright		Unisex	Bright town
Brodee		Boy	Spirited; Ditch; Mire
Brooke		Boy	One who lived near a brook; Small stream
Brynn		Boy	Hill; Mound; Bright; Fair-haired; Champion
Cadel-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Boy	Great battle; Battler
Cadence		Girl	Rhythm; Flow; Falling
Cairon-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	From Cairo
Camran-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity-&-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Fortunate; Prosperous; Crooked nose
Cartier-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Complete-Baby-Name-Guide		Unisex	One who transports goods
Cary-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Boy	Black; Free man
Cashel		Boy	Stone fort; Chest maker
Cassiel		Boy	Leap of God; God is my wrath
Caylan-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Slender
Caysen		Unisex	Calf yard
Chae		Unisex	Man; Army; Collect
Charan		Boy	Feet; Structure for locomotion
Chasey-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Variations,-And-2025-Popularity		Girl	The one who dwells on hunting ground
Chayce		Unisex	A huntsman
Chayse-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity		Boy	Hunt; Chase
Chen-Name-Meaning:-Key-Insights-On-Origin,-History-&-Popularity		Boy	Morning; Grace; Charm
Cheng-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-History-&-Variants		Unisex	Completed; Sincere; Rule; Clarity
Cheston		Boy	Christian; Follower of the Christ
Chetachi		Boy	One who always remembers God
Chey		Unisex	Victory
Chibueze-Comprehensive-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-And-More		Unisex	God is the king
Chibuike:-The-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-More		Boy	God is strength
Chidiebube		Boy	God is glorious and great
Chisom		Boy	God goes with me
Christensen		Unisex	Son of Christen; Son of Christian
Christo-Baby-Name:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Complete-Guide		Boy	Follower of Christ; The anointed
Chukwuebuka		Boy	God is great
Ciro		Boy	The sun; Young; Lord; Humiliator of the enemy
Clemente		Boy	Merciful; Lenient; Soft-hearted
Clive		Boy	Cliff
Cloud-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	A condensed form of water vapor present in the atmosphere; Famous ruler; Famous wolf
Cobain-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Unisex	Fair person; Large
Coleson		Boy	Son of Nicholas; Victory of the people
Colm		Boy	Dove; Disciple of Saint Columbia
Cornel		Boy	Horn
Corran-Name:-A-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity		Boy	Little spear; Spear-bearer
Curt		Boy	Brave counsel; Courteous
Dacre:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Complete-Baby-Name-Guide		Boy	Tricking stream
Daithi		Boy	Swiftness; Nimbleness
Daiyan-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity-Guide		Boy	A mighty judge
Damari-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Ultimate-Guide		Girl	Gentle; Goddess of fertility; Eternal; Strength; Long lived; One who builds
Damiano		Boy	One who tames
Dariusz		Boy	Possessing goodness
Davey		Boy	One who is dearly loved and adored; Uncle
Dawsey-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Pronunciation		Unisex	Son of Daw; Son of David
Dayne-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Nicknames:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	One who is from Denmark; Valley; Chief of ten
Dayyaan		Boy	Mighty ruler; Judge; Protector
Deandre-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Manly; Masculine
Del		Boy	Of the; Pretty; He give
Delani-Baby-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Unisex	From the alder grove; Descendant of Dubhshlaine
Delvin-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Narrow water; River
Demetri		Boy	Earth mother; Follower of Demeter.
Demetris		Boy	Earth mother
Denley		Boy	Valley; Woodland; Clearing
Dennie		Boy	Follower of Dionysius; The Dane's village
Denton		Boy	From Denton; Valley town
Denys		Boy	Of Dennis; Follower of Dionysius
Deontae		Boy	Greek God Dionysios; Of Zeus; Lasting
Dermot		Boy	Without envy
Destin		Unisex	Fate; Destiny; Fortune
Destiny		Girl	Destiny; Fate; To determine; To stand
Devarsh		Boy	God's gift; Worshiper of God
Devesh		Boy	Lord of the Devas; Lord of the Lords
Devraj-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-History		Boy	King of gods; Godly king
Dhairya		Boy	Patience; Endurance; Perseverance; Firmness; Durability; Strength; Constancy; Steadiness; Stability; Fortitude; Courage; Calmness; Composure
Dhanvin		Boy	Archer; Bowman; One who carries a bow; A name for Lord Shiva
Dhven-Baby-Name:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-What-You-Need-To-Know		Boy	Devotional; Spiritual; Religious; Pious; Sacred
Dimitrie		Boy	Mother Earth
Dionisie		Boy	Romanian form of Dionysus; The Greek God of wine

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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