Most Popular Unisex Names
The official Top 100 ranking of unisex names in England and Wales based on ONS birth records.
The definitive ranking of the 100 most given names in England and Wales, normalised on a logarithmic scale to reflect real-world prevalence.
About our popularity indexFrankie
Popularity: 80/100
Riley
Popularity: 76/100
River
Popularity: 75/100
Eden
Popularity: 75/100
Robin
Popularity: 73/100
Beau
Popularity: 72/100
Remi
Popularity: 71/100
Marley
Popularity: 70/100
Harley
Popularity: 69/100
Wren
Popularity: 69/100
Quinn
Popularity: 66/100
Aubrey
Popularity: 65/100
Noa
Popularity: 64/100
Avery
Popularity: 64/100
Amari
Popularity: 64/100
Harlow
Popularity: 62/100
Georgie
Popularity: 62/100
Bailey
Popularity: 62/100
Morgan
Popularity: 61/100
Phoenix
Popularity: 61/100
Milan
Popularity: 61/100
Ocean
Popularity: 60/100
Sydney
Popularity: 59/100
Reign
Popularity: 59/100
Bowie
Popularity: 57/100
Navy
Popularity: 57/100
Shiloh
Popularity: 56/100
Romi
Popularity: 56/100
Laurie
Popularity: 56/100
Angel
Popularity: 56/100
Bobbie
Popularity: 55/100
Ren
Popularity: 55/100
Cove
Popularity: 55/100
Azariah
Popularity: 55/100
Murphy
Popularity: 55/100
Sage
Popularity: 54/100
Nana
Popularity: 54/100
Sunny
Popularity: 54/100
Romie
Popularity: 54/100
Hadley
Popularity: 53/100
Taylor
Popularity: 53/100
Blair
Popularity: 53/100
Marlowe
Popularity: 53/100
Indy
Popularity: 52/100
Kaya
Popularity: 52/100
Brooklyn
Popularity: 52/100
Munachimso
Popularity: 51/100
Ashley
Popularity: 51/100
Marlow
Popularity: 50/100
Presley
Popularity: 50/100
Rumi
Popularity: 50/100
Ariel
Popularity: 50/100
Iman
Popularity: 50/100
Rue
Popularity: 50/100
Arlie
Popularity: 49/100
Sasha
Popularity: 49/100
Kamsiyochukwu
Popularity: 49/100
Artemis
Popularity: 49/100
Indiana
Popularity: 49/100
Monroe
Popularity: 49/100
Miracle
Popularity: 49/100
Roux
Popularity: 49/100
Rayne
Popularity: 48/100
Ira
Popularity: 48/100
Sky
Popularity: 48/100
Rowen
Popularity: 48/100
Zuriel
Popularity: 48/100
Raine
Popularity: 48/100
Arden
Popularity: 48/100
Elia
Popularity: 48/100
Alexis
Popularity: 47/100
Sheikh
Popularity: 47/100
Cassidy
Popularity: 47/100
Rabab
Popularity: 47/100
Sahib
Popularity: 47/100
Rylee
Popularity: 47/100
Bleu
Popularity: 46/100
Akari
Popularity: 46/100
Emery
Popularity: 46/100
Deniz
Popularity: 46/100
Kayan
Popularity: 46/100
Skyler
Popularity: 46/100
Devon
Popularity: 46/100
Andrea
Popularity: 46/100
Elisha
Popularity: 46/100
Aster
Popularity: 45/100
Zora
Popularity: 45/100
Drew
Popularity: 45/100
Ayomide
Popularity: 45/100
Daya
Popularity: 45/100
Oluwatamilore
Popularity: 45/100
Aspen
Popularity: 45/100
Mackenzie
Popularity: 45/100
Dara
Popularity: 45/100
Ekam
Popularity: 45/100
Romey
Popularity: 45/100
Shaan
Popularity: 45/100
Aiman
Popularity: 45/100
Gursanjh
Popularity: 45/100
Oluwadarasimi
Popularity: 44/100
Official UK Birth Data & Methodology
Behind the Data: Top 100 Most Popular Unisex Names
Understanding the official rankings, why we use logarithmic scoring, and how to navigate the playground overlap dilemma.
Metric: Popularity Score (0–100)
How we calculate this list
Our Popularity score is derived from the total registered births in the latest official UK Office for National Statistics (ONS) release (2025). Rather than a simple linear tally, we apply a logarithmic curve to normalise birth share into an intuitive 0–100 index. Log-scaling prevents massive #1 names from compressing names ranked 20–100 into artificially low figures, giving you a true reflection of real-world prevalence.
Office for National Statistics (ONS) • 1996–2025
Where the data comes from
Every statistic on this page is computed from official civil registration records published by the UK Office for National Statistics (ONS) covering all registered live births in England and Wales from 1996 to the latest release (2025).
Normalised Birth Share
Raw counts mislead due to shifting annual birth totals across decades. We convert all records into Parts-Per-Million (PPM) so 1996 and 2025 are evaluated on an identical scale.
Child Privacy Safeguards
The ONS withholds any name given to fewer than 3 babies in a single calendar year to protect child confidentiality. We filter extreme low-count volatility so lists reflect genuine cultural patterns.
Decision Guide
Choosing between the lists
Every naming dilemma balances distinction, longevity, and familiarity. Here is how our three primary perspectives compare:
The Classics
Steady across 30 years
Best if: You want a dignified name that sounds natural at 5, 25, and 75, passes the résumé test, and avoids 2020s fads.
Trade-off: Traditional and familiar; unlikely to feel unusual or avant-garde.
Trending Names
Steepest 3-year growth
Best if: You want something modern, distinctive, and vibrant that captures the contemporary spirit before everyone else picks it.
Trade-off: Strong upward velocity means some will become mainstream staples in 5–10 years.
The Top 100
Highest current volume
Best if: You value universal warmth, instant recognition, zero spelling headaches, and effortless family consensus.
Trade-off: High playground overlap—likely to share their name with a classmate.
UK Demographic Insights
Current UK Trends in Unisex Names
Gender-neutral and unisex names represent the fastest-growing naming category in the UK over the last decade. British parents are increasingly choosing names that offer freedom, fluid expression, and modern aesthetic elegance:
Elemental & Natural Nouns
Evocative nature names like River, Ocean, Sage, Wren, and Rowan transcend gender boundaries naturally.
Retro Unisex Diminutives
Friendly, tailored mid-century diminutives like Frankie, Robin, Billie, and Eden offer timeless warmth.
Active Neutral Balance
Many unisex names start 50/50 before skewing over time. Our Trending list highlights names currently maintaining genuine gender parity.
Our Classics list highlights unisex names like Alex, Robin, Jamie, and Morgan that have proven their balanced versatility across three full decades.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions About Our Data
Where does NameBabs get its UK baby name data?+
What is the difference between Popular and Trending names?+
What is a Classic or Timeless baby name on NameBabs?+
Why does NameBabs use Parts-Per-Million (PPM) instead of raw birth counts?+
Why are some rare names missing from these lists?+
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