Top 20 boys’ names of the decade so far: photos

Alfie has held its place in parents’ hearts this decade, remaining just within the top 20. A shortened form of the Old English Alfraed, meaning "elf", this name could be the perfect festive choice if your little one is born around the Christmas period.

In keeping with its origins from the Old German name Haimirich, part of which means "power" and "ruler", Henry has proven to be a strong choice in the baby name charts this decade.

If you’re after a regal baby name, Ryan is a popular choice among parents. It’s taken from the Gaeilic name Ri? meaning "King", and is sure to add a touch of royalty to your baby names list.

A steady riser in the top 20 charts, Jacob continues to win over BabyCentre parents. This biblical name is an English adaption of the Hebrew name Yaakov.

Derived from Gaelic and translating to "blond warrior" in its shortened form, Finley has fought for its place in the charts this year. The name is often shortened to Finn, and has Scottish and Irish heritages.

Thomas shows no signs of falling from its space in the top 20 charts, climbing steadily over the years and claiming its place at number 15. The name originates from the Greek form of the Aramaic name Teoma, which means "twin".

Though it hasn’t been in the decade charts for long, Archie is quickly becoming an attractive choice among new parents. It has Scottish roots and comes from the name Archibald, which translates to "genuine", "bold" and "brave".

Oscar has proven to be a consistent hit amongst parents, soaring up to the number ten spot. This timeless name means "spear of the gods", and has an Irish and Scandinavian heritage.

Refusing to budge from its place at number 12, Ethan has been a popular choice among parents this decade. It’s derived from Hebrew and means "strong" and "solid", which could explain it’s holding power in the charts.

Widely sought after by BabyCentre parents, Charlie, pet form of Charles, is a classic choice. It’s derived from the German name Karl and the Old English word ceorl, both translating to "free man".

Working its way up the ranks, Harry has taken the stand-out position of number 10 in the decade so far. It’s a medieval form of the name Henry, which has German origins.

Taken from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning "God is gracious", the name Jack is a charming choice for a baby boy. Before becoming a name in its own right, Jack was originally a pet form of the name John.

If you’re looking for a name with royal connections, the name Arthur is fit for a king! It’s derived from the Celtic Artus, which means "bear".

Landing in at number seven, Freddie is a name that shows no signs of going out of fashion this decade. It comes from the German name Frederick, meaning "peaceful ruler", and Alfred, which is taken to mean "wise".

Theo is a Greek name derived from the words theos, and doron, which translates to "God" and "gift". What better name to celebrate the blessing of your baby boy’s arrival?

Resting comfortably in the top five this decade, George has captured the attention of many new parents. Its unwavering popularity could be thanks to the green-fingered parents in our BabyCentre community, who may have fallen for the name because of its origins from the Greek Georgios, meaning "earthworker".

A big hit amongst the cat lovers out there, Leo originates from the Greek Leon, which means "lion".

Although yet to make it back to first place position since the last decade, Oliver remains a firm favourite in the baby name charts. It originates from the Latin word oliva, and means olive tree.

BabyCentre parents never tire of biblical names, and Noah is no exception. It originates from the Hebrew word noach, and means "comfort" and "rest". Could Noah climb to the top spot by the end of this decade?

The newly crowned king of the decade, Muhammad has claimed the number one spot for another year running. Derived from the Arabic name Hamid, meaning "praised" and "praiser of God", this name certainly deserves the loudest applause this decade.