Most Popular Baby Boy Names in the 2010s (England & Wales)

In England & Wales, the most common baby boy names in the 2010s were Oliver, Harry, Jack, George, Charlie — names chosen by more families than any others, ranked by total births.

This ranking is based on total births across the decade, which highlights names consistently chosen year after year — not just short-term spikes. Compare popular boy names in the 2000s for the previous decade.

Quick list of the most popular names

The most common baby boy names in the 2010s in England & Wales are listed below, based on total births across the decade.

How the ranking works

This ranking is based on total births for each name across all years in the decade. By aggregating data over a 10-year period, we highlight names with sustained popularity rather than short-term spikes. Names are ranked by total birth count, using national-level data only.

Key insights

Summary of the names with the highest total births:

Top name: Oliver with 65,846 births over the decade
#1 share of top 100: 3.6%
Gap #1 vs #10: 1.7x
Gap #1 vs #50: 5.3x
Top 10 share: 25.8% of births in the ranking
Total births in top 100: 1,835,578

Why these names were popular in the 2010s

-y and -ie endings also featured — playful, familiar, easy to pronounce.

Length: The most popular names averaged around 6 letters, balancing familiarity and readability. Medium-length names dominated, offering both clarity and style.

Familiarity and social acceptance: Parents chose widely recognized names — easy to spell and pronounce. Socially safe yet modern.

Broader cultural influence: Media and trends shaped tastes. Names in popular culture often gained traction.

The core set remained at the top: rankings shifted year to year, but the same names dominated the upper tier.

What were common baby names in the 2010s?

The most common baby boy names in the 2010s remained remarkably stable across the decade. While rankings shifted slightly year to year, a consistent group dominated the top positions. Compare popular boy names in the previous decade. For current trends, see fastest rising names; for unique picks, see rare baby names.

Popularity trend over the decade

Over the 2010s, the most popular names remained remarkably stable — the same core dominated the upper tier year after year. New entries emerged in the lower half of the top 100 as trends evolved, but the top 10–20 changed slowly.

Visual overview

Top 10 by births

Oliver

65,846 births

Harry

56,778 births

Jack

53,802 births

George

46,415 births

Charlie

45,643 births

Jacob

44,535 births

Thomas

41,968 births

Alfie

39,995 births

William

39,901 births

Noah

39,296 births

Total births in the 2010s

How the 2010s compare to other decades

The 2010s saw a shift toward simpler, shorter names and softer endings (-a, -y) — a move away from longer, more formal styles. Names became softer and more approachable than in earlier decades. Continuity: many names from the 2000s held on. Change: new options gained ground. The decade balanced tradition with a lighter, more modern feel.

How these names compare to today

Compared to today's trends, the 2010s list has aged in different ways. Some styles faded; others endured. For parents weighing a 2010s name today, those still ranking high recently are the safest bets. See trending baby names for what's rising now.

Full ranking

Full list of the top names in England & Wales for the 2010s.

#	Name	Births (2010s)
1	Oliver	65,846
2	Harry	56,778
3	Jack	53,802
4	George	46,415
5	Charlie	45,643
6	Jacob	44,535
7	Thomas	41,968
8	Alfie	39,995
9	William	39,901
10	Noah	39,296
11	Joshua	37,659
12	James	37,483
13	Oscar	36,846
14	Muhammad	33,993
15	Leo	32,769
16	Ethan	31,462
17	Henry	31,150
18	Archie	28,923
19	Samuel	28,184
20	Daniel	27,607
21	Alexander	27,206
22	Joseph	27,037
23	Freddie	25,961
24	Lucas	25,207
25	Isaac	25,186
26	Max	25,087
27	Logan	25,020
28	Mohammed	24,575
29	Riley	23,967
30	Benjamin	23,232
31	Edward	22,421
32	Dylan	21,479
33	Arthur	21,151
34	Mason	20,845
35	Theo	20,749
36	Finley	20,663
37	Harrison	20,353
38	Adam	18,404
39	Jake	18,366
40	Sebastian	17,734
41	Zachary	15,485
42	Tyler	14,784
43	Jayden	14,609
44	Toby	13,261
45	Lewis	12,810
46	Theodore	12,651
47	David	12,608
48	Luke	12,542
49	Ryan	12,510
50	Matthew	12,507
51	Harley	12,019
52	Reuben	11,943
53	Harvey	11,837
54	Elijah	11,406
55	Tommy	11,307
56	Luca	11,266
57	Michael	11,217
58	Louie	11,018
59	Liam	10,978
60	Teddy	10,699
61	Nathan	10,185
62	Jenson	10,144
63	Jude	10,046
64	Mohammad	9,805
65	Frankie	9,779
66	Hugo	9,670
67	Charles	9,633
68	Louis	9,358
69	Callum	9,308
70	Bobby	9,287
71	Stanley	9,224
72	Gabriel	9,162
73	Alex	9,160
74	Kai	8,917
75	Connor	8,835
76	Blake	8,779
77	Rory	8,726
78	Ollie	8,627
79	Elliot	8,616
80	Jamie	8,508
81	Albert	8,355
82	Leon	8,311
83	Frederick	8,292
84	Aaron	8,238
85	Dexter	8,078
86	Arlo	7,961
87	Reggie	7,757
88	Jaxon	7,585
89	Ronnie	7,562
90	Elliott	7,493
91	Caleb	7,337
92	Owen	7,048
93	Ellis	6,958
94	Aiden	6,855
95	Albie	6,826
96	Jackson	6,812
97	Roman	6,574
98	Carter	6,500
99	Austin	6,494
100	Kian	6,418

Click any name above to explore its historical ranking, meaning, origin, regional variations, and full popularity timeline.

Interpretation for parents

Stable vs trendy: These names dominated year after year — time-tested, not one-hit wonders. Good for familiar, socially accepted choices.

Popularity vs uniqueness: Higher rank means more births. For something less common, look further down or check birth counts. National data can differ from your area.

How to choose: Top 10 = maximum familiarity. 20–50 = familiar but not overused. Below 50 = more distinctive. For uniqueness, consider trending or rare options. Explore baby names in the previous decade, trending baby names, all-time popular names, rare baby names for more options.

About the data

Data from Office for National Statistics (ONS). National totals only; no regional breakdown. We refresh as new data becomes available.