The top baby names of 2018 (so far) are revealed!

We are half way through the year of 2018 and BabyCentre have revealed the most popular names so far for the UK. Naming your baby is such a huge decision, so maybe this list will help you. Do you like the names listed here, or do you prefer to go your own way?

Most notably from the results:

For the girls, Layla has jumped a whole 14 places in the name charts and Harper has risen 10 places (originally gaining popularity in 2011 with the Beckhams). Maya is a new entry to the top 20 and Olivia has been on the top spot for 3 years running.

For the boys, Theo and Arthur are new to the top 20 this year and Jacob is for the first time since 2011 out of the top 10. Alfie and Freddie have jumped 7 places and Muhammed is in the top spot for the second year in a row.

Here’s the rundown:

Girls Names:

1. Olivia
2. Sophia
3. Amelia
4. Lily
5. Emily
6. Ava
7. Isla
8. Aria
9. Mia
10. Isabella
11. Isabelle
12. Ella
13. Charlotte
14. Grace
15. Evie
16. Maya
17. Harper
18. Sophie
19. Layla
20. Freya

Boys Names:

1. Muhammed
2. Oliver
3. Noah
4. George
5. Harry
6. Leo
7. Charlie
8. Jack
9. Freddie
10. Alfie
11. Oscar
12. Arthur
13. Henry
14. Jacob
15. Archie
16. Joshua
17. Theo
18. Ethan
19. Lucas
20. Logan