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
Sajjad-Name:-Meaning,-History,-And-Pronunciation-Guide		Boy	Kneeling in prayer; Prostration
Samad-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Boy	Eternal; Boundless
Samael		Boy	Venom of God
Samee		Unisex	One who hears; Name of God; Flower
Samiullah		Boy	To listen to God
Sammi		Unisex	God has heard; Name of God
Samrat		Boy	A ruler; An emperor; Sovereign
Samridh		Boy	A perfect person; Accomplished; Prosperous
Samual		Boy	Name of God; God has heard
Samyar		Unisex	Friend; Wealthy
Sanad:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity		Boy	Support; Sturdy; Wall
Sanav		Boy	Sun; Desert
Sandor		Boy	To defend or to help mankind
Sarvin		Boy	One who is the best archer; Beautiful like a cypress
Sascha		Boy	Defender; Protector of mankind
Sathvik		Boy	Goodness; Pure; Perfect; Peaceful; Calm; Virtuous
Satvik-Baby-Name:-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-More		Boy	Virtuous; Honest; True
Satya		Boy	Pure; Virtuous; Truthful
Savvas		Boy	Old man; Granfather
Scout		Girl	To listen; One who gathers information covertly
Sebastion		Boy	From Sebaste; Venerable; Exalted
Shady-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Dweller in the shade
Shahid-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Key-Insights		Boy	Witness; Beloved
Shahram		Boy	King Ram
Shahwaiz		Boy	Bringer of joy; Renowned; Noble
Shahzad		Boy	Son of a king, Prince
Shakai		Unisex	God; One of the names of Jesus
Shakeem		Girl	Wise; Intelligent
Shakur		Unisex	Thankful
Shamsher		Boy	Sword
Shannon		Unisex	Old; Ancient; Wise; Old river
Sharaf		Boy	Honor; Nobility; Dignity; Glory
Sharav		Unisex	Pure; Innocent
Sharif-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Honest; Noble; Distinguished; Noble; Honorable
Sharvin		Unisex	Victory; Best archer; God of Love
Shayen-Name-Complete-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Numerology		Unisex	Favorable; Learned; Good
Shaylin		Unisex	Fine; Favorable; Learned
Shehab-Name:-28-Insights-On-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Boy	A shooting star; Flames of fire
Sher		Boy	Lion; Dear; Treasured
Sheridan		Unisex	A seeker
Shi-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Time; Era; Season; Real; Stone; History; Tranquil
Shivan		Boy	Auspicious; Pure
Shivesh		Boy	Lord shiva
Shivraj		Boy	Lord shiva; Destroyer
Sholto-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation-&-Meaning		Boy	Bright; Shining
Shravan-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Numerology		Boy	A Hindu month, August
Shreyansh-Complete-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Nicknames		Boy	Superior; Best
Shu		Unisex	Good; Pure; Seed; Sprout; He who rises up
Shumail-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Zodiac,-Nicknames-&-Meaning		Girl	Good character
Shyan		Unisex	Red speakers
Siaka-Name-Complete-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Boy	Chief
Sian		Girl	God's gracious gift
Siddh		Boy	Lord Shiva; One who has attained
Siddhan-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Popularity		Unisex	Accomplished; Fulfilled; Lord Murugan
Siem		Unisex	Hearing; Listening; Flat-nosed
Silus		Boy	Of the forest; Of the woods
Silviu		Boy	Forest; Woods; A variant of Silvius
Simao		Boy	A man who is obedient
Siraj		Boy	Lamp; Light; Lantern
Smit-Baby-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Popularity		Boy	Smile; Metalworker; Blacksmith
Smith		Boy	Blacksmith; To smite; To hit
Sohaib		Boy	Brownish-red hair; Brownish-red complexion
Soham		Boy	I am He
Sonni		Unisex	Our son
Sotiris		Boy	He is salvation
Stavros		Boy	Cross
Stelian		Boy	Pillar
Stepan		Boy	One who is crowned with a crown
Sukhveer		Boy	Happy hero
Sulaimaan		Boy	A name of a great Prophet
Suyash		Boy	Good fame; Illustrious
Sven:-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-History,-&-Complete-Guide		Boy	Boy; Lad; Young man
Svojas		Boy	He who is very strong and powerful
Talhah		Boy	One type of a tree
Taman		Unisex	Garden
Tamjid		Boy	A glorified and praised man
Tanay		Boy	Son; Belonging to one's family; Descendent; Steady moon
Tanush		Boy	Immortal
Taqi		Boy	Devout; Pious; God-fearing
Taseen-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-More		Boy	To come; To improve
Tavian		Boy	Eighth
Tawaf		Unisex	Circle around the Kaaba; Circumambulation
Tayler		Unisex	Tailor; To cut
Tedd		Boy	A gift from God
Tej-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-History-And-Popularity-Complete-Guide		Boy	Brightness; Power; Light
Tejan		Unisex	Bright
Tejveer:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-More		Boy	Glorious hero
Temidayo		Boy	Mine has turned into joy
Temiloluwa-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Boy	God is mine
Tendai		Girl	Be thankful
Teniola		Unisex	Mat of wealth
Teodors		Boy	Gift of God
Teslim		Boy	Peacemaker
Tharun		Boy	Young; Gentle; Connection
Theeran		Unisex	Brave; Wielder of the arrow
Thelonious		Boy	People; Ruler of people
Thian		Boy	Smooth; To thrive; To grow
Thibault		Boy	Fearless people
Thorbjorn		Boy	Thunder bear
Tiaan		Boy	A Christian; Follower of Christ

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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