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
Arien		Boy	Sun maiden; Noble
Twisha		Boy	Bright; Light; Brilliance
Tasha		Unisex	Christ's birthday; Resurrection
Adena-Name-Meaning-Guide:-Origin,-Traits-&-Nicknames		Girl	Delicate; Mild; Gentle; Adorned; Pleasure; Delight
Ariz		Boy	Lucky; Successful; Oak; Rain-bearing cloud
Tayah		Unisex	Bond; Bandage
Agustina		Girl	Exalted; To increase
Tinleigh		Unisex	One who lives at a point near a clearing or woodland
Arth		Boy	Bear; Bear-like; Strong; Stone; Sense; Wealth; To desire
Artyom		Boy	Safe; Butcher
Aidah		Girl	Guest; The one who's returning; Moon
Aryo		Boy	Aryan; Noble
Akayla		Girl	Crown; Wreath
Tylah		Unisex	Tiler of roofs
Aidon-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-And-Meanings		Unisex	Little fire
Akiko		Girl	Clear child; Crystal child; Bright child; Autumn child
Asif		Boy	Collector; Gatherer; Harvest; Forgiving
Aldair		Boy	The flyer
Aisen-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Unisex	I am in the light; Like the moon
Alamin		Unisex	Truthful; Faithful; The trusted one
Wynnie		Unisex	Fair; Blessed; Friend of peace
Avier		Boy	The new house
Yue		Girl	Moon; Blessing; Pearl; Tall mountain; Fertile
Xya		Unisex	Mysterious; Intriguing
Albi		Unisex	White; Bright; My heart
Alishba		Girl	My God is an oath
Aliz		Girl	Nobleness; Nobility; Joyful; Honest
Andreus		Boy	Masculine; Manly; Virile
Altan		Boy	Golden; Red Dawn
Amerah		Girl	Princess; Tree top; High born girl; Leader
Azi		Boy	Dragon; Serpent; An endeavor; Unending
Yuli		Unisex	Downy-bearded
Amra		Girl	To live long; To thrive; Sun; Mango
Yulisa		Unisex	Sky; Shine; Downy-bearded
Baldwin		Boy	Bold and brave friend
Anahit		Girl	Goddess of fertility, wisdom, water, and healing
Arcadius:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-And-More		Boy	Of Arcadia
Barak		Boy	Blessed; Lightning
Addalee		Girl	Noble; Nobility; Clearing; Meadow
Basilio		Boy	Royal; Kingly; Brave
Zoa-Baby-Name:-What-To-Know-About-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Traits		Unisex	Life; Breathe
Analiese		Girl	Grace; Favour; My God is an oath
Benedetto		Boy	Blessed
Benjamim		Boy	Son of the south; Son of the right hand
Benjen		Boy	Son of the right hand; Son of the south
Anavi		Girl	Peace Loving; Kind; First Ray Of Sun
Beorn		Boy	Warrior; Man; Hero
Beowulf		Boy	Bee wolf; Bear; Battle wolf
Araminta		Girl	Defender; Protector; Yielding to prayer
Berel:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-And-Meaning		Boy	Bear
Beric		Boy	Grain Farm
Ariat-Name:-Expert-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Unisex	Strong; Mighty
Bertrand		Boy	Bright rim of a shield
Aelyn-Baby-Name:-Your-Guide-To-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Unisex	Moon halo; One that belongs to the moon
Arjay		Unisex	Powerful; Complete
Akshaya		Boy	Eternal; Imperishable
Ahria:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Music; Melody
Arshaan		Unisex	Brave; Hero; Courageous; Doer of good deeds
Brantly		Boy	Proud; Gratified; Firebrand
Aleesia-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	The noble kind; Nobility
Asal		Girl	Honey
Aima		Unisex	Fetches it; Whole; Generous amount; Beloved
Avelino:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Boy	To perceive; To see; Birdlike
Alaisha		Unisex	Nobleness; Nobility
Bren-Name-Origin,-Meaning,-And-Popularity-Guide		Boy	King; Prince; Heat
Aloura		Girl	My God is my light
Athiran		Unisex	Lord Murugan; Lord Shiva
Aurianna		Girl	Gold; Rising; Sunrise
Brendyn		Boy	Prince; King
Alexiana		Unisex	Helper; Defender
Auryn		Unisex	Gold; Golden haired; Golden one
Avory-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Popularity		Unisex	Elf ruler; Elf counsel
Amri		Boy	My command; One who enlivens a place; One who lives a long life
Axcel-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	My father is peace
Amaani-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origins-&-Pronunciation		Unisex	Wish; Hope; Fancy
Anaisa-Name-Meaning-&-Origin-Guide:-Popularity-&-Numerology		Girl	Favor; Grace
Azair		Unisex	God has helped
Bethlehem		Girl	The city where Jesus was born; House of bread
Ameri		Boy	Prince; Commander; Prosperous; Substantial; Long-lived; Heavenly tranquility; Celestial; Graceful
Bia		Girl	Voyager; Traveller
Buchanan		Boy	House of the Canon
Azhaan		Unisex	Call to prayer; Intellects; Wits
Burak		Boy	Lightning
Anasia:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Unique; Mystical; Imaginative
Bonita-Name-Meaning,-History,-And-Variations:-Complete-Guide		Girl	A pretty woman; Little; Good
Caidence		Boy	Rhythm; Flow; Falling
Bonnibel		Girl	Pretty; Beautiful; Cheerful; Good;
Cairon-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	From Cairo
Brianda		Girl	Noble; Exalted
Arayna-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity,-Nicknames-&-More		Girl	Queen; Peace
Brienna		Girl	High; Power; Hill
Brinn		Girl	Hill; Mound; High
Calixto-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin,-History,-And-Popularity		Boy	Most beautiful; Chalice
Analynn-Baby-Name:-Pronunciation,-Meaning,-And-Popularity-Guide		Unisex	To be gracious
Brionna		Girl	High; Power; Hill
Anhar		Unisex	Lighten; Rivers
Casmir		Boy	To destroy; World; Peace; Proclaimer of peace
Cavin-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Son of Daimhin; Hollow; Descendant of Caomhán
Cally		Girl	Most beautiful; Free man
Caylon		Boy	Slender; Narrow; Fine

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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