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
Leonides		Boy	Who is like a lion; Lion-strength
Diara-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Popularity,-Nicknames-&-More		Unisex	Lion
Hadiyah		Girl	Guide to righteousness; Gift from Allah; Blessing of God; Offered by Allah
Lewin-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-Popularity-Guide		Boy	Beloved; Dear friend
Haileigh		Girl	Hay clearing
Hanny		Girl	Grace; Favor; God has favored me
Dori		Girl	Gift of God; My generation; Adored
Livingston		Boy	A beloved friend's place
Elahi		Unisex	My God; Divine; Celestial; Godly
Kamai-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Honeysuckle; Well; Pit
Luay		Boy	Wild ox
Heer		Girl	Power; Riches; Diamond; Darkness
Lucus		Boy	Light; To shine; From Lucania; Sacred grove
Kamdin-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Nicknames		Unisex	Enclosed valley; Winding valley
Kartel		Unisex	A written agreement between belligerent nations; Poster; Card
Lyman		Boy	From the meadow; Beloved man; Living by River Leine
Ita		Girl	Thirst
Kavik-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Arctic wind or wanderer
Emiya		Unisex	Bliss; Three arrows; Shrine; Three valleys
Fajr		Unisex	Dawn; Beginning
Emonie		Unisex	Faith
Kayhan		Unisex	Morning star; Ruler
Fionna		Boy	White; Fair; Blessed
Enara		Unisex	Swallow (bird)
Kealii		Unisex	Chief
Keshon		Girl	Woman who has beautiful hair
Esmi		Unisex	Loved; Esteemed
Keean-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation-And-Popularity		Unisex	Being; Existence; Essence
Jahnavi		Girl	Daughter of Jahnu; River Ganges
Evalise		Unisex	Yew
Jaleesa		Girl	My God is an Oath
Janeva		Girl	Family; Kin; Wife; Woman
January		Girl	First month of the year; Roman God Janus; God of beginnings, archways, and transitions
Geovanna-Name:-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity,-Trends-&-Nicknames		Girl	God is gracious
Jaselle		Girl	One who is pledged; Hostage
Jayelle-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Nicknames:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	The type of that goat lives on the hillside
Melvyn		Boy	Bad town
Gracia		Boy	Grace; Grace of God; Divine grace
Menashe		Boy	Reason to forget; Cause for forgetfulness
Gurnoor		Boy	'Pleasant face of God; Teacher; Light
Jennica		Girl	White phantom; To behold
Milad		Boy	Gift of Mithra; Birth
Gelila-Name:-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Meaning		Unisex	The one who is peaceful and calming; The beautiful one
Jezebel-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin,-History-&-Popularity		Girl	To exalt; To dwell
Mohan		Boy	Charming; Infatuating; Bewitching
Kiren		Unisex	Black; Wish; Hope; Rare; Brightness; Expensive; Orchid; Arisen
Moise		Boy	Son; Deliver; Drew out; Drawn out of water
Johari-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Jewel; Precious stones; Gems
Mostafa		Boy	The one chosen among all
Jolina		Girl	God is gracious; Pretty; God will add
Joslin-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	A member of the Gauts tribe; Lord; Joyful
Nason		Boy	Person from from Nailstone
Nihit		Boy	Precious talent from God
Iyanah		Girl	Innocent woman
Lavie-Name-Meaning-Guide:-Origins,-Popularity,-Nicknames-&-More		Unisex	Lion
Ikram		Unisex	Honor; To be generous
Osbaldo-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-&-History		Boy	Mighty God
Ilham		Unisex	Inspiration
Kala		Girl	The fine arts; Lady; Princess; Virtue
Ottis		Boy	Wealth; Son of Ode
Io		Unisex	Moon; Cry of a Hawk; Reliable emperor
Lijah-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Popularity-&-Nicknames		Unisex	My Lord is my God
Pasquale		Boy	Relating to Easter; Born on Passover day
Lj		Unisex	Power; Protector; Warrior
Kamilia		Girl	Perfection; Complete; Whole; A youth employed in religious services; Sweet flower
Prabhav		Boy	Impression; Greatness; Birth; Creation; Source; Origin
Karah		Girl	Dear; Beloved; Friend
Jeana		Boy	God is gracious
Marsel		Boy	Male
Raad		Boy	A scout; A pioneer; Return; Oppose; Fight
Mathius		Boy	Gift of God
Machai-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Unisex	Who is like Yahweh; Ocean; Gift of Yahweh; Fights; Battles
Rahm		Boy	High Lofty; Exalted; Supreme; Soot; Rack
Rajah		Boy	Prince
Mayes		Girl	Gift of Yahweh
Keishla		Girl	Her life
Ramadan-Name:-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-Meaning-&-Insights		Boy	Ninth month in muslim calendar; Parchedness; Scorching heat; Glowing
Kenda-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Pronunciation		Girl	Child of clear, cool water; Greatest champion
Ramin		Boy	Peace; Joy
Rasmus		Boy	Beloved
Jerri		Unisex	Yahweh will exalt; Sacred name; Power of the spear
Matrix		Unisex	Dam; Womb
Mikayel		Boy	Who is like God?
Revere		Boy	Someone who lives on the brow of a hill; Someone who lives near a river
Mehkai		Unisex	Joyful; Happy
Reymond		Boy	A person who guides others wisely
Jiyah-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity		Unisex	Joyful and spirited
Kahlea		Girl	Bright; Joy
Merit		Unisex	Beloved; Boundary gate; Pearl; Deserving
Korinne		Girl	Maiden
Riyad		Boy	Land with beautiful grass and flowers; Meadows; Gardens
Roarke-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Famous ruler; Mighty; Kingly; Champion
Rollo		Boy	A notable, acclaimed wolf
Kyleena		Girl	Narrows; Channel; Strait
Rutledge		Boy	Loud stream
Kailana		Unisex	Sea and sky
Ryman		Boy	A merchant or dealer of rye
Kyria		Girl	Of the lord
Saabir		Boy	A patient person
Karizma-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-And-Personality		Girl	Personal magnetism

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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