Top Baby Names For 2022

Biblical to gender-neutral, top baby names of 2022.

Naming trends in the 21st century feature a diverse blend of historical names and meaningful modern variants. And the popular baby names of 2022 reflect the shifting preferences of parents in the US. From celebrating traditional biblical names to embracing modern unisex names, parents have shown various preferences and influences in their naming choices. The year also saw a rise in baby names from various cultures and backgrounds gaining popularity. This reflects the growing interconnectedness of society and the acceptance of different cultures.

Names such as Abigail (father’s joy) and Elijah (Yahweh is my God) find their roots in the Hebrew Bible and are loved by parents for their religious significance. At the same time, gender-neutral names such as Harper (someone who plays the harp) and Madison (son of Maud) have also won parents’ hearts. Also, place-inspired names like Santiago (Saint James) and Brooklyn (marshland) have become popular in the US. For a glimpse into the trendy and unique names of 2022, check out our list based on official SSA data detailing the most popular names across the country (1).

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Cire		Unisex	Mysterious; Unique; Artistic
Tavia		Girl	Eighth; Twin
Eames		Boy	Friendly; Welcome; Pleasing
Teresita-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	A popular saint's name
Eathan		Boy	Solid; Firm; Enduring
Dacre:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Complete-Baby-Name-Guide		Boy	Tricking stream
Corleone		Unisex	A town name in Sicily
Edgard		Boy	Prosperous spear
Tiya		Girl	Flame; Aunt
Edsel		Boy	Little father
Renad		Unisex	Agarwood; Aloeswood
Tove		Girl	Beautiful Thor, Thunder; Beloved
Eilan		Boy	An oak tree; Tree
Rhemi		Unisex	Oarsman; Rower
Cyprian-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Unisex	From Cyprus; Of Cyprus
Rital		Unisex	The good readers of the Quran
Sanam-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Popularity,-Variations-&-More		Boy	Beloved; Lover; Sweetheart
Daveed-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Boy	Beloved; Uncle
Sadee		Unisex	Princess; Lady; Noblewoman
Dajon		Unisex	Yahweh is gracious
Yumna		Girl	Right-handed; Lucky
Samone		Unisex	She who hears; Hearing; Listening
Delson-Name:-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-And-Similar-Names		Boy	Son of Del
Shree		Boy	Respectable
Everton		Boy	Wild boar settlement
Zuly-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-Usage-|-Complete-Guide		Girl	Downy-bearded; Healthy; Vigorous
Ezri		Boy	My helper
Sivan		Boy	The ninth month of the Hebrew calendar; Season; Occasion
Sehaj		Unisex	Innate; Original; Natural; Inborn
Fadel		Boy	Honorable; Generous; Superior; Grace
Seraya		Unisex	Servant; Sun; Light; Princess of the Lord; Soldier of the Lord
Aadvika		Girl	Unique; Unparalleled; Unrivalled; Exquisite
Aalaya-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	Home and refuge; Elevated; Lofty; Permanence
Faraz		Boy	Height; Elevation; Ascent
Shanel		Unisex	Pipe; Channel; Jug or bottle
Aaminah		Girl	Safe; Protected; Devoted; Honest; Faithful; Obedient
Shianne:-Key-Insights-On-Pronunciation,-Numerology,-And-Trends		Unisex	Red speakers; Favor; Grace
Aashi		Girl	Blessing; God's grace
Florentino		Boy	Flourishing; Prosperous; Flower
Flynt		Boy	Stream; Rock
Adalet		Girl	Justice; To act justly
Fredi		Boy	Peaceful ruler
Fredric		Boy	Peaceful ruler
Solstice		Unisex	Sun stands still; Stilled sun
Sydni		Unisex	Wide island
Destry		Unisex	War horse
Afiyah		Girl	Health
Garth		Boy	Garden; The keeper of the garden
Deuce-Name-Meaning:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Origins		Unisex	Two
Talyn-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Variations		Unisex	Talon; Claw
Geraldo		Boy	Power of the spear
Ghassan		Boy	Youth
Goku		Boy	Awakened to emptiness
Dreyden		Unisex	Portage or slope where boats or loads were dragged
Dublin		Unisex	Black pool
Aleeya-Name:-Meaning,-History,-Pronunciation-And-Key-Insights		Girl	High born; Sublime; Lofty
Grainger		Boy	Farm bailiff
Traci-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Belonging to Thracius; Summer; To harvest; War-like; Fighter; Superior
Alizon		Girl	Noble; Nobility
Gregor		Boy	Watchful; Alert
Greydon		Boy	Gray hill
Vallie		Unisex	An individual residing in a valley; To be strong; Healthy
Valyn		Unisex	Strong; Vigorous; Healthy
Ediel-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Pronunciation		Unisex	God is my witness
Veya		Unisex	To be woven; Something that is given as a gift or donation
Amaal		Girl	Hopes; Aspirations
Vira		Unisex	Strong and powerful; Faith; Friendly; Agreeable
Eirik		Unisex	Ever ruler
Elion		Unisex	Supreme; Highest
Amberleigh		Girl	Yellow-orange gemstone
Emett		Unisex	Whole; Great
Analie-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-Variations-&-3-Nicknames		Girl	Grace; Divine grace
Enzi-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin,-History-&-More		Unisex	Powerful; Home ruler
Erdem-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Virtue; Knowledge; Wisdom
Erlin		Unisex	You; That; Those; Beautiful jade; Gem
Essex-Baby-Name:-Ultimate-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Origin		Boy	East Saxons
Ishaaq		Boy	He will laugh; He will rejoice
Finneus-Name:-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Boy	Serpent's mouth; Nubian
Anni-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Popularity,-Nicknames-&-Traits		Girl	God is gracious; Graced with God's favor; Graceful; Favored
Abi		Boy	My father is joy; Owner
Jabir:-Meaning,-History,-And-Popularity---A-Complete-Guide		Boy	One who comforts; One who consoles; Consoler
Adalay		Unisex	Noble one
Arelis		Girl	Lion of God; God's hero; Altar of the sky
Jacobe		Boy	Supplanter; May God protect; Holder of the heel
Adelai-Baby-Name:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-For-2025		Unisex	Noble; Noble kind
Famous		Unisex	Well-known
Jaeger		Boy	Hunter
Jafar		Boy	Stream; River
Gautham-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Ultimate-Guide		Boy	Enlightened; Wise; The best of cattle
Jahmil		Boy	Beauty
Athanasia:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-History-And-Pronunciation		Girl	Immortal; Eternal life
Allayah		Girl	High; Exalted; Sublime
Audria		Girl	Noble strength
Airi		Unisex	Love; White jasmine; Messenger; Herald
Ganon		Unisex	Fair-skinned; Fair hair
Aury		Girl	Breeze; Golden; Gilded
Jalal-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-History-&-Popularity-Guide		Boy	Greatness
Jamon		Boy	Handsome; Beautiful
Alizeh		Unisex	Wind
Giulian		Unisex	Youthful; Downy-bearded

Infographic: Modern Unisex Names Popular In 2022

Names that defy traditional gender categories offer a fresh take on naming conventions. In 2022, many gender-neutral names became popular as parents looked for unique and interesting names. The infographic below gives you a list of some of the most loved unisex names in the US.

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