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
Madisson		Boy	Son of the Mighty Warrior; Son of Maud; A variant of Madison
Madlen		Girl	A town with a tower; Of Magdala
Madonna		Girl	My lady
Maelie		Girl	A princess; Chieftain; Mother; Lily
Mafalda-Baby-Name:-Essential-Guide-to-Meaning-&-Pronunciation		Girl	A powerful warrior
Magda		Girl	From Magdala; Tower
Mahika		Girl	Earth; Mist; Dew; Fog
Mahima:-Meaning,-Origin,-Pronunciation-And-Popularity-Trends		Girl	The ability to become huge; Greatness; Glory
Mahra		Girl	A compassionate and kind person
Mahri		Girl	Moon; Month; Friendship
Maile		Girl	A vine or a shrub
Maimunah		Girl	Auspicious; Blessed; Favorable
Maiyah		Unisex	Water; Illusion; Dame
Majda		Girl	Glory; Laurels; Extol; Exalt
Maleya-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Unique-Variations		Unisex	Wished for child; Florist; Chieftain of a mountainous region
Mallie-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Popularity-&-Pronunciation-Guide		Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child
Malorie		Girl	Unfortunate
Malvina-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Smooth brow
Mana-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Trends		Unisex	Rare harmony; Hopeful peace; Genuine love; Eternal; Everlasting
Manahal:-Complete-Guide-To-Popularity,-Meaning-&-Personality		Unisex	Door to paradise
Manjot		Boy	One who is the light of the heart
Manmeet		Boy	Friend of mind; Companion of mind; Well wisher for mind; Supporter and guide of mind
Maraya		Girl	Raft; Star of the sea; Rebellious; Beloved
Margareta-Baby-Name:-Key-Insights-Into-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	Pearl
Marisol		Girl	Mary of solitude; Sea and sun
Marlin-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Sea fort
Marloe-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity,-And-Variations		Unisex	Remnants of a lake
Marvella-Name-Meaning-Guide:-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Miracle to marvel at; Wonderful, Extraordinary
Maryan		Girl	A graceful star of the sea
Maryjane		Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love; Yahweh is gracious
Masha-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity-in-2025:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love
Masie		Unisex	Pearl
Massa		Boy	Son of Ishmael; Mistress
Matea-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-Key-Insights		Girl	God's gift
Mattea:-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History---Complete-Guide		Girl	God's gift
Maura		Girl	Moorish; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved
Maureen		Girl	Sea of bitterness; Beloved; Wished-for child
Mayameen		Girl	A woman blessed with bravery
Maybelle		Girl	Lovable
Mehrin		Girl	Kind; Compassionate, Loving
Mehwish		Girl	As beautiful as the moon
Meika		Girl	A short form of Maria or Mary
Melea		Unisex	Black or dark; Complete or full; Ash tree
Meliah-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity		Girl	Brave; Vigorous; Unceasing
Melike		Girl	The female sovereign ruler, the wife of the king
Meliyah		Girl	Vigorous; Brave; Plumeria
Melodi		Girl	Singing; Chanting; Melody
Menucha		Girl	Peaceful; Restful
Mera		Girl	Commander; Princess; Noblewoman
Merna-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Trends		Girl	Affectionate; Beloved woman; Endearment
Merrin-Name-Meaning-&-History:-Trends-&-Stats-for-2025		Girl	A pearl of the sea; Pearl extracted from the sea
Merve		Boy	The first pebble from the heaven; A fragrant plant; White stone
Mery		Unisex	Beloved; Sea of bitterness; Wished for child; Rebelliousness
Meryn		Unisex	Sea born; Of the sea;
Mical		Boy	Brook; Who is like God?
Michela-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-&-Variants		Girl	Who is like God?
Mieka		Unisex	Beautiful fragrance
Mikah		Girl	Who is like Yahweh?; Racoon
Milaan		Boy	Middle of the plain
Mildred		Girl	Gentle strength
Minah-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Origins-And-Popularity		Girl	Will; Helmet; Protection; Security
Mirielle-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Bright sea
Miroslava		Boy	Grandfather
Mishika		Girl	Love of God; A medicinal plant; Blossom; Beautiful; Fragrance; Flower
Morrigan		Girl	Phantom queen; Great queen; Irish goddess of war and death
Morven		Boy	The big gap; Name of a region in Scotland
Muqadas		Unisex	Sacred; Sanctified
Myia-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History-in-2025:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Fly; Emerald
Myiesha		Girl	Living; Alive
Myleigh		Unisex	Gracious; Dear; Soldier
Naarah		Girl	Girl; Maiden
Naeva		Girl	To breathe; To live; Ingenue; Someone born at dawn or sunset; Birthmark; Bright
Naevia-Name-Meaning:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More-Insights		Girl	Mole on the body
Naiyah-Name:-Meaning,-Popularity,-Nicknames-And-Essential-Guide		Girl	Purpose; Tenacity; Bright; Beautiful; To shine; Reed; Pipe
Nakshatra		Boy	Star
Narah:-Complete-Name-Guide-For-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Trends		Unisex	Happy
Nardos		Unisex	Flower; Spikenard, an aromatic oil
Natali		Girl	Day of Christmas; Born on Christmas day
Nataliya		Girl	Christmas day
Nathaly		Girl	Christmas day; Born on Christmas day
Naveah		Girl	Heaven
Nayana		Girl	Eyes; Winner
Nayeli		Girl	I love you; Open
Nazgul		Girl	Delight; Comfort; Flower
Neala		Girl	Cloud; Passionate; Victory; Honour; Champion
Neerja-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Complete-Name-Guide		Girl	Water-born; Lotus; Water
Nena-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-Complete-Guide		Girl	Baby girl; Little girl
Nesma		Unisex	Breeze
Nesrin-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Wild rose
Netanya:-Origin,-Meaning-&-5-Adorable-Nicknames		Girl	God has given
Nevaya		Unisex	Heaven
Neviah:-Meaning,-Origin,-&-Complete-Name-Guide		Girl	One who can foretell the future; Bright; Radiant; Heaven; Snow
Ngoc		Girl	Valuable gemstone; Expensive diamond
Nhyira-Name:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-And-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Blessing
Nicoletta		Girl	People's champion; People's victory
Nicolette		Girl	Victory of the people
Nikolina		Girl	One who achieves victory for people
Nitara		Girl	One who has deep roots; Standing firm
Nithya		Girl	Eternal; Always
Nneka		Girl	Mother is greater

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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