The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has released its annual list of the top 100 most popular baby names in the UK, based on birth registrations from 2025. The data shows that Olivia and Muhammad have retained their number one spots for girls and boys respectively, but several names have seen significant shifts in popularity.
Top Girls' Names: Olivia Holds Steady
Olivia remains the most popular girls' name for the second consecutive year. Lily has climbed from third to second place, swapping positions with Amelia, which dropped to third. Ivy fell from fifth to ninth place. Notably, the name Ellie has disappeared from the top 100 entirely, marking a significant decline in popularity.
The top 10 girls' names for 2025 are: Olivia, Lily, Amelia, Isla, Florence, Freya, Poppy, Elsie, Ivy, and Isabella.
Top Boys' Names: Muhammad Continues Reign
Muhammad holds the top spot for boys for the third year running, having been in the top 10 since 2016. Oliver, which was third in 2024, has slipped to sixth. Charlie moved down from 17th to 22nd, exiting the top 20. In contrast, Vinnie made a dramatic climb from 91st place in 2024 to 58th in 2025.
The top 10 boys' names are: Muhammad, Noah, Leo, Luca, Arthur, Oliver, George, Oscar, Theodore, and Freddie.
Notable Trends and Changes
The ONS data reveals that traditional names like Ellie and Charlie are losing ground, while names like Vinnie and Lily are gaining popularity. The full list of top 100 names for both genders shows a mix of enduring classics and emerging trends, reflecting changing parental preferences across the UK.
According to the ONS, the rankings are based on all live births registered in England and Wales in 2025. The data provides a snapshot of naming trends and cultural influences, with some names rising or falling sharply from year to year.
