UK Baby Names

As a Norwegian name, Mossi may be used as a diminutive of international Maria and occasionally for Margarita too. Heard it Sweden and Denmark as well as in Norway, it might be compared to using Molly and Maisie.
 
Alternative, as an English name, it may be considered feminine form of Moss, a Medieval form of Moses. As such, it could then be a short form of Moselle too.

Mossi

A rare and whimsical Welsh name, Bronmai is made up of the elements bron meaning "breast" and mai meaning "(the month of) May", which could then have the poetic interpretation of "one with May in her heart" or "one with Spring in her chest". 
 Alternatively, the name has been linked to the bryn element too, giving it the meaning "May hill".

Bronmai

A name with strong, magical sound, Amranwen comes from the Welsh elements amrant and gwen meaning "eyelid" and "white, fair, blessed". Also used as the Welsh word for German or wild chamomile, it is a rare nature-inspired choice, with a similar feel to Angharad or Arwen.

Amranwen

Used by the writer Tad Williams in is fantasy series Memory Sorrow and Thorn, Miriamele is borne by an altruistic and clever princess in the books. Her name is likely a blend of the classic Miriam and the element el ("God" in Hebrew), possibly borrowed from the character's father's name, Elias. It may appeal to those who want something traditional but with a bit of a twist.

Miriamele

Briefly popular in New Zealand back in the 1930s, Valmai is a literary invention derived from the Welsh phrase fel Mai translating to "like May". It was created by the best selling Welsh author, Allen Raine, for her 1899 novel By Berwen Banks in which it is borne by the heroine.
 
The book and subsequent film were popular across the UK, Australia, South Africa, and New Zealand and as such, the name has since appeared in the forms of Valmae, Valmay, Felmai, and Falmai. While it is no longer used very often, it may appeal for someone honoring a Valerie or who want to celebrate the month of May.

Valmai

A bold word name, a grenadier refers to a soldier who throws grenades during battles. Originally, when it started being used as a term in the 18th century, it referred to those who threw hand grenades and required soldiers to be robust and physically strong. 
 
Similar in sound to Gideon, Graham, and Greer, and in vibe to Hunter, Navy, Mariner, and Gunnar, it may appeal to those honoring someone in the armed forces. Derived from the French word for "grenade", it is currently a very rare choice.

Grenadier

A rare, masculine form of Eirwen, this wintery name may be pronounced as AIR-win or IRE-win depending on the region of Wales from which someone is from. While its feminine counterpart is given to a handful of girls in Wales most years, Eirwyn has yet to enter the stats. 

Eirwyn

Following in the footsteps of Truce, Justice, Harmony, and Serenity, Balance entered the lexicon in 2026 when it was given to one of the first babies born that year. A memorable choice, Balance conjures up ideas of stability and steadiness, of finding middle ground, of harmony and order, and of things being even and equally distributed. 
 
Balance may well reflect a want for calm and steadiness in turbulent times as well as the growing trend for declarative and bold word names. And it might be seen as a balanced choice too: possible nickname Lance adds a familiar element, and the word sounds somewhat similar to more popular options such as Banks, Blaise, Bailey, and Chance.

Balance

Laenan Kite is the protagonist of the 2002 novel Mirror Dreams written by sicence fiction and urban magic writer, Catherine Webb. They likely created the name for the character in keeping with the magical elements on the book, however, it has a contemporary and intriguing sound.
 
While the exact origins of the Laenan are unknown, it could be based on the name Lane, which may connect it to either the English word for a pathway, the name Elaine meaning "shining light", the Irish surname Lane, meaning "warrior", or to the name Delaney meaning "from the alder grove", "dark champion", or "dark river". Alternatively, it may be borrowed from an Old English and Estonian word meaning "loan", "grant", or "gift", though it could equally be a scrambling of the name Leanna.

Laenan

A clunky-cute member of the Madeline-Magdalene-Maude family, which perfectly blends all three together. With sweet nicknames Maudie, Leni, and Laney, the name ultimately derives from Aramaic, meaning "from Magdala", or more literally, "of the high tower". Other spellings include Maudelen, Maudelyn, and Maudeleyn. 

Maudelene

Used sporadically for girls but very rarely for boys, this place name does have one notable bearer: actor, boxer, and Civil Rights activist, Canada Lee. He was born Leonard Lionel Cornelius Canegata but a mispronunciation of his surname led him to go by Canada. 
 
The name itself comes from kanata, drawn from the Native American language of Iroquoian, in which it means "village".

Canada

As a masculine name, Persey might well be used as a Bulgarian and Russian form of Perseus, however, as a feminine choice, it's more likely to derive from the name of the Greek goddess of the Spring and the Underworld, Persephone. Alternatively, it may be used as a gender-neutral form of Percy, itself adapted from a French place name, Perci-en-Auge, meaning "one who pierces the valley".

Persey

Classic Samuel meets stylish Brooks in this distinctive surname-style choice, which might also appeal to fans of Samwise, Hawthorne, and Elwood. Derived from the Old English Semebre, it refers to someone who lived near a sandy stream, giving it a nature connection too. It has seen very occasional use as a given name.

Sambrooke

Cool Briggs meets on-trend -ley in this totally modern surname-style choice. Chosen by a few families on social media in 2025, it may well rank in the charts in coming years, either with this spelling or as Brigsley.

Briggsley

A quirky and playful nickname, which could be a fun spin on Lizzy, Izzy, Mitzi, and Dottie, Dizzy was used in the 2004 book Dizzy by Cathy Cassidy, in which the main character is named Dizzy by her hippie, free-spirited mother. It has also been worn by jazz musician Dizzy Gillespie and by baseball player Dizzy Dean. 
 
While it appeared in the US charts for boys a few times back in the 1930s (likely thanks to the baseball player), it has never appeared as a stand alone name for girls. Instead, it probably works best as a nickname, whether that be for Isadora, Doris, or Daphne.

Dizzy

Also used as a unit of measurement, typically for the depth of the sea, Fathom relates to having a good understanding or comprehension of something. As such, it simultaneously implies a level of curiosity and a desire to examine and make sense of things and and an element of depth and sincerity. Predominantly used as a surname, it has the weighty, wordy feel of names such as Favor, Prosper, Pius, Merit, Wisdom, Sincere, and Justice.

Fathom

A triumphant and ambitious name, Succeed joins the ranks of Triumph, Invictus, and Prosper. Used predominantly in Zimbabwe and occasionally in Nigeria, it could be read as a name to live up to, or as a parent's hope for their child. 

Succeed

An unusual diminutive of Harriet, that might work for a girl who doesn't suit Hattie or Hettie, but isn't keen on being Harri either. Ultimately a feminine form of Henry, it means "home ruler".
 
Although Harryo might sound like a modern invention, it was in fact used by the 18th century Duchess of Devonshire, Georgiana Cavendish, for her daughter, Harriet. Two of her other children had equally playful nicknames: "Little G" for Georgiana and "Hart" for William (Marquess of Hartingdon).
 
It may remind some people of the 70s show Harry O or the candy, Haribo, or perhaps the names Harlow, Cleo, and Mylo.

Harryo

A surname-style choice, in the same vein of Remington, Kingston, Lexington, and Montgomery, Wilmington is the name of various places in the UK and the US. The meaning is debated, with some sources suggesting it means "Wilhelm's (or William's) estate", while others interpret it as meaning "the desired settlement". 
 
Yet to appear in the US stats, it may be a bold way to nickname Will, an intriguing option for those honoring a William or a Wilmer, or as an alternative to other on-trend last names.

Wilmington

An occupational word name with a witty, stylish sound, Whittier feels similar to Whittaker, Whitney, and Wilder. Derived from the Old English hwitian meaning "to whiten", it has been notably borne by inventor and radio communications pioneer, Greenleaf Whittier Picard, and by his great uncle, poet John Greenleaf Whittier.

Whittier

Baby names from the UK include names with origins from through the United Kingdom: England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, along with Manx and Cornish names from those corners of the kingdom. UK baby names encompass a wide range of styles, from some of the most popular names throughout the English-speaking world, such as Jennifer and Mason, to such unique baby names as Nolwenn, Pembroke, and Sholto. There are hundreds more UK names that are just as unusual.

They along with all the names in the Nameberry database that originate in the English, Scottish, Welsh, Northern Irish, Cornish and Manx languages and cultures appear on this master list of UK baby names. The top names below rank among the current US Top 1000 Baby Names and are ordered by popularity. Unique names rank below the Top 1000 and are listed alphabetically.

Baby names from the UK include names with origins from through the United Kingdom: England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, along with Manx and Cornish names from those corners of the kingdom. UK baby names encompass a wide range of styles, from some of the most popular names throughout the English-speaking world, such as Jennifer and Mason, to such unique baby names as Nolwenn, Pembroke, and Sholto. There are hundreds more UK names that are just as unusual. They along with all the names in the Nameberry database that originate in the English, Scottish, Welsh, Northern Irish, Cornish and Manx languages and cultures appear on this master list of UK baby names. The top names below rank among the current US Top 1000 Baby Names and are ordered by popularity. Unique names rank below the Top 1000 and are listed alphabetically. (Page 110)