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Top girl Names For 2022

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Top girl name for 2022

Modern parents are open to classic and modern baby names, with their preferences changing slightly every year. The list of popular girl names of 2022 indicated that parents preferred traditional choices over unconventional names. Classic favorites and long, meaningful names topped the charts, along with names of spiritual significance.

Like most years, the top favorites Olivia (olive tree), Emma (universal), and Charlotte (free man) continued to lead the list of popular names. Their timeless appeal continued to lure parents. Parents also stuck by more classic examples like Amelia (industrious), Sophia (wisdom), and Evelyn (desired). Looks like their vintage charm continued to work its magic. Additionally, names with cultural significance, such as Isabella (God is my oath) and Ava (guarantee), stayed strong amongst the top names as parents also appreciated meaningful foreign names. Here’s a list of popular names compiled by the SSA (1). Take a look and find the perfect name for your beautiful princess!

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NameGenderMeaning
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Olivia
Baby Girl Sign Girl Peace; Olive tree
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Emma
Baby Girl Sign Girl Whole; Universal
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Charlotte
Baby Girl Sign Girl Free person; Petite
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Amelia
Baby Girl Sign Girl Hard working; Industrious
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Ava
Baby Girl Sign Girl Desire; Life; Bird-like; Voice; Sound
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Sophia
Baby Girl Sign Girl She who possesses great knowledge and wisdom
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Isabella
Baby Girl Sign Girl God is my oath
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Mia
Baby Girl Sign Girl Mine; Dear; Darling; Wished-for child; Sea of bitterness; Beloved; Rebelliousness
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Luna
Baby Girl Sign Girl Moon
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Camila
Baby Girl Sign Girl Religious attendant; Priest's helper
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Gianna
Baby Girl Sign Girl God is gracious
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Elizabeth
Baby Girl Sign Girl My God is an oath
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Eleanor
Baby Girl Sign Girl The other Aenor; Shining light; Riches; Fame
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Ella
Baby Girl Sign Girl Beautiful; Goddess; Other
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Abigail
Baby Girl Sign Girl My father is joy; Cause of joy
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Sofia
Baby Girl Sign Girl Wisdom
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Scarlett
Baby Girl Sign Girl The color scarlet; Bright red; A person who sold or made clothes made of scarlet
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Emily
Baby Girl Sign Girl To strive; To excel; Hardworking; Rival
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Aria
Baby Girl Sign Girl Song; Air; Melody
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Penelope
Baby Girl Sign Girl Weaver; Duck
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Chloe
Baby Girl Sign Girl Fresh blooming; Ripe green shoot; Yellow
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Layla
Baby Girl Sign Girl Night; Dark
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Mila
Baby Girl Sign Girl Gracious; Dear; Soldier; Miracles
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Nora
Baby Girl Sign Girl Light; Bright; Honor; Dignity; Victorious
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Hazel
Baby Girl Sign Girl The hazel tree
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Ellie
Baby Girl Sign Girl God is my light; My God is an oath; Torch
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Lily
Baby Girl Sign Girl Name of a flower; Purity; Innocence
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Isla
Baby Girl Sign Girl Island
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Grace
Baby Girl Sign Girl Goodness; Generosity
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Violet
Baby Girl Sign Girl Purple; Purple flower
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Aurora
Baby Girl Sign Girl Dawn
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Zoey
Baby Girl Sign Girl Eternal Life; Life; To breathe; Alive; To live
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Willow
Baby Girl Sign Girl Willow tree; Freedom
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Emilia
Baby Girl Sign Girl Rival; Laborious; Eager
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Stella
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Star; Pillar
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Zoe
Baby Girl Sign Girl Life
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Victoria
Baby Girl Sign Girl Victory; Roman goddess of victory
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Hannah
Baby Girl Sign Girl Grace; Favor; God has favored me
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Leah
Baby Girl Sign Girl Weary; Tired; Cow
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Lucy
Baby Girl Sign Girl Light
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Eliana
Baby Girl Sign Girl God has given the answer; Sun
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Ivy
Baby Girl Sign Girl Climber plant; Fig
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Everly
Baby Girl Sign Girl Boar meadow; Boar clearing
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Lillian
Baby Girl Sign Girl My god is an oath; Lily flower; Purity
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Elena
Baby Girl Sign Girl Torch; Shining light
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Maya
Baby Girl Sign Girl Illusion; Magic; Sea of bitterness; Beloved; Good mother; Dame
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Natalie
Baby Girl Sign Girl Birthday; Birthday of the God; Christmas; Festival of the nativity
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Delilah
Baby Girl Sign Girl Delicate
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Claire
Baby Girl Sign Girl Clear; Bright; Famous
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Audrey
Baby Girl Sign Girl Noble strength
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Aaliyah
Baby Girl Sign Girl Ascending; Highborn; Exalted; Sublime; Lofty
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Ruby
Baby Girl Sign Girl A precious red jewel; Red gemstone
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Alice
Baby Girl Sign Girl Noble; Kind; Nobility
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Autumn
Baby Girl Sign Girl Name of the season Autumn; Fall
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Angel
Baby Boy Sign Boy A messenger
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Savannah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Open grassy plain
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Valentina
Baby Girl Sign Girl Strong; Vigourous; Healthy
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Madelyn
Baby Girl Sign Girl Of Magdala; Tower
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Josephine
Baby Girl Sign Girl God shall grow; Jehovah increases
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Bella
Baby Girl Sign Girl Beautiful; God is my oath
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Sophie
Baby Girl Sign Girl She who is wise
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Hailey
Baby Girl Sign Girl Meadow of hay; Hay clearing
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Sadie
Baby Girl Sign Girl Princess; Noblewoman
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Natalia
Baby Girl Sign Girl Christmas day; Born on Christmas day; Of or concerning birth
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Caroline
Baby Girl Sign Girl Man; Independent woman
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Allison
Baby Girl Sign Girl Of noble birth; Nobility
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Gabriella
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God is my strength
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Serenity
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Tranquility; Calmness
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Nevaeh
Baby Girl Sign Girl Heaven
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Cora
Baby Girl Sign Girl Maiden; Girl; Daughter
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Ariana
Baby Girl Sign Girl Most holy; Golden life; Noble; Aryan
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Lydia
Baby Girl Sign Girl Woman from Lydia
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Sarah
Baby Girl Sign Girl Princess; Noblewoman
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Eva
Baby Girl Sign Girl To breathe; To live; Mother of life; Full of life
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Adeline
Baby Girl Sign Girl Noble; Kind; Nobility
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Madeline
Baby Girl Sign Girl Of Magdala; High Tower
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Athena
Baby Girl Sign Girl Of Athens; Wise; Goddess of war and wisdom
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Everleigh
Baby Girl Sign Girl Boar meadow; Boar clearing
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Clara
Baby Girl Sign Girl Bright; Clear
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Raelynn
Baby Girl Sign Girl Ewe; Beam of light; Counsel; Protection; Lake
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Liliana
Baby Girl Sign Girl Lily; Purity; Innocence
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Samantha
Baby Girl Sign Girl Name of God; Flower
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Ayla
Baby Girl Sign Girl Oak tree; Halo; With the moon
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Eloise
Baby Girl Sign Girl Healthy; Wide; Whole; Sun; Famous warrior
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Lyla
Baby Girl Sign Girl Night; Night beauty; Delicate; Sport; Drama; From the island
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Eliza
Baby Girl Sign Girl My God is an oath; Pledged to God; Joyful
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Melody
Baby Girl Sign Girl Melody; Song
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Julia
Baby Girl Sign Girl Downy-bearded; Youthful; Descended from Jove or Jupiter; Supreme God; God's peace for the weary
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Rose
Baby Girl Sign Girl Rose; Flower; Famous type
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Isabelle
Baby Girl Sign Girl My God is an oath; Devoted to God
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Brielle
Baby Girl Sign Girl God is my strength
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Adalynn
Baby Girl Sign Girl Noble; Of a noble kind
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Maeve
Baby Girl Sign Girl One who rules or intoxicates
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Margaret
Baby Girl Sign Girl Pearl
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Alaia
Baby Girl Sign Girl Joyful; Happy; Lofty
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Melanie
Baby Girl Sign Girl Black; Dark; Dark-skinned
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Josie
Baby Girl Sign Girl God will give; God is gracious
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Elliana
Baby Girl Sign Girl My God has answered; Sun; Light of favor
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Cecilia
Baby Girl Sign Girl Blind
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Mary
Baby Girl Sign Girl Beloved; Exalted; Sea of bitterness; Wished-for child
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The list of the popular girl names of 2022 shows a clear preference among parents for vintage names. However, this does not mean that you should ignore modern alternatives. Look at the list and see if you can find a name with a traditional vibe with modern relevance. The right name for your daughter could be a mix of both old values and new-age charm. When confused, choose the one that you would like for yourself.

Infographic: Popular Girl Names Inspired By Nature

Nature stands for beauty and peace. Parents often choose nature-related names for their daughters as these names evoke a sense of calm and tranquility. They also represent growth and renewal, adding to their natural beauty. Have a look at the infographic below to find out the most popular nature-themed girl names in 2022.

Popular Girl Names Inspired By Nature (infographic)

Illustration: Momjunction Design Team

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  1. Popular Names in 2021.
    https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/
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