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By Gabrielle Bennett Senior Content Specialist
Updated March 08, 2024

Is the union jack emblazoned on your heart? Do you find yourself wishing you could be one of The Doctor’s companions? Or do you simply fancy yourself something of an Anglophile? Whatever the reason for wanting that perfect British baby girl or baby boy name, we have the right list for you.

British Baby Boy Names

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Though of course you can look to romanticizing the royal family for British baby boy names, the real strength in these names comes from the artists and other historical figures of the country. Think of Freddie Mercury, Elton John, David Bowie, and The Beatles; these men made history and came from England. Not to mention one of the world’s current best thinkers like Stephen Fry and comedians and writers and so many more came from England. Giving baby these men to be encouraged by is nothing short of a wonderful present for them every day.

British Baby Girl Names

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British baby girl names come from any number of influences. Thinking of some of the greatest novelists throughout history, a fair few of them were British women. Giving baby true badasses to look to for encouragement through life like Jane Austen or the Bronte sisters is an excellent birthday gift.

Popular British Baby Names

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With the full history of England provided and their long presence as a pillar in society, it’s no wonder that a curated list of popular British baby names is an absolute necessity. Picking from popular British names means that the hard work of sifting through a wide variety has already been done, making your job easier.

Unique British Baby Names

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Uniqueness in a name comes from an array of different factors. Is it a name heard often? Is the spelling traditional? Does the definition of it speak to different opportunities? Giving baby a unique British baby name will enable you and baby to discover what this name truly means.

Cute British Baby Names

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Depending on how old you are, the words “Charlie bit my finger” might hit differently. But if you remember those astonishingly cute babies, you won’t be even remotely surprised to find a list of cute British baby names. These names are timeless and have plenty of opportunities for unendingly cute nicknames that will be the perfect fit for baby while they grow into their cute British name as an adult.

Cool British Baby Names

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When considering British artists like David Bowie and Freddie Mercury, it’s no surprise that cool British baby names are a thing of the past, present, and future. If the BBC makes your heart flutter or you simply can’t get enough of the sights of England, these names are made for you and baby. Plus, bowties are cool.
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