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
Sanchez-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Son of Sancho; Holy; Saintly
Evyana-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Life; To live; Living one; Grace; Favor; The one favored by God
Sandy		Boy	Defending men
Rayson		Unisex	Son of Ray; Reason; Intelligence
Izna		Girl	Light; Energy
Seif		Boy	Sword
Farhiya		Unisex	Joyful, cheerful, and happy
Reiko		Unisex	Lovely child; Ceremonial child; Beautiful child
Jadis-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-&-History		Girl	Long ago; Once; Yesteryear; In the past
Rishvik		Boy	Courageous and ambitious
Feven		Unisex	Light; Bright
Renton		Boy	Settlement of roe deer; From the governing estate
Jahniya		Girl	God is gracious
Rivansh		Boy	Divine essence
Reon		Unisex	Tinkling; Clever; Smart; Lotus; Pure; Upright; Good; Fine; Thanks; Gratitude
Shahbaz		Boy	King's falcon; Royal falcon or hawk; King of the eagles
Shahid-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Key-Insights		Boy	Witness; Beloved
Flower		Unisex	Bloom; Blossom; Flower
Shalev		Boy	A person who is quiet and peaceful with a calm personality
Romulo-Name-Meaning,-Popularity,-And-Fun-Facts		Boy	From Rome
Shammah		Boy	Is there; Appalling desolation
Rhyse-Baby-Name:-25-Essential-Facts-&-Trends		Unisex	Enthusiasm; Ardor
Janah		Girl	Garden; Paradise; Heaven; God is gracious
Rhyson		Unisex	Rhythmic; Musical; Sound of rhythm
Janee		Girl	God is merciful
Janisa		Girl	God's grace
Gurmehar		Boy	Blessings of guru
Rilo		Unisex	Rye clearing
Shehryar		Boy	Lord; King
Ruvim		Boy	Behold, a son
Jannelle		Girl	God is Gracious
Shomari-Name:-Key-Insights-On-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Personality		Boy	One with a forceful personality
Jasnoor		Girl	The light of God
Ryser		Girl	Someone from Reis or Reissen in Bavaria; Warrior; Traveler; Someone who lived near a thicket; Woodcutter
Gift-Name:-Meaning,-Popularity,-Numerology-&-More		Unisex	Present; Offering
Shrihan-Baby-Name:-Popularity,-Pronunciation-&-More-In-2025		Boy	Lord vishnu; Gracious prosperity
Saahil		Girl	Shore; Bank; Seaside; Coast
Harnoor		Boy	Light of God; God's Gift; Brightness and Radiance of God; Blessing of God
Sabien-Name-Meaning-&-Pronunciation:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	A Sabine
Jaylinn		Girl	A fowl which brings nimble
Siler		Boy	Lilac; Awl pricker; Rope maker; To squint; Scholar
Jaynee		Girl	God is gracious
Graylin		Boy	Gray-haired person
Skanda		Boy	Hopping; Spurting; Spilling; Hindu god of war
Hermon-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Ultimate-Guide-For-Parents		Boy	Army man; To designate; Consign to the afterlife
Jazzmyn		Girl	Fragrant flower
Jemila		Girl	Beautiful
Jerica-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Variations,-Nicknames-&-Trends		Girl	Strong spear
Ryel		Unisex	Strong and ambitious
Iana-Name-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	God is gracious
Sohil-Name-Meaning,-Popularity-And-Numerology:-Complete-Guide		Boy	The second brightest star in the sky; Level; Even; Bright; Prominent
Ilena-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Variations		Girl	Torch; Moon; Tree
Jhanvi		Girl	Ganga river; Daughter
Soran		Boy	Prince
Sabre		Unisex	Patient; Sharp; Enduring; Sword
Jionni-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-History		Girl	Yahweh is gracious
Spyridon		Boy	Basket; Spirit
Insha		Girl	Creation; Composition; Construction
Sephiroth		Boy	God's manifestations; Counting
Jonna		Girl	God is gracious; God has given
Srijan		Boy	Creation
Holliday		Girl	Holy day; Religious festival
Saiyan-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-History-&-5-Adorable-Nicknames		Unisex	Swallow; Jewel; Friend; Lover; Companion; Vegetable
Hylia		Unisex	Divine and sacred
Saje-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Herb; Wise sage
Stelios-Name-Meaning:-Expert-Guide-To-Origin-And-Variations		Boy	One who is like a pillar, who gives support
Jossie		Girl	God will give
Ilayda		Unisex	Princess of the sea; Water sprite
Stevenson		Boy	Crowned
Julyssa		Girl	Jupiter's child; Downy-bearded; Youthful; Noble
Illa-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity,-And-More		Unisex	My God is Yahweh; Torch; Moon; Corposant
Sumedh		Boy	Clever
Shanmukh		Boy	Six-faced; Having six faces; Lord Kartikeya
Inaara		Unisex	Illumination; Ray of light; Chaste; Lamb
Kadi		Girl	Pure; A blade of grass; A line of a song
Seiji		Unisex	Pure; Truthful; Sincere; Clear; Clean
Suraj		Boy	Sun
Shey-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Fine; Favorable; Learned
Suvan		Boy	Sun; Fire; Moonlight
Kailynne		Girl	Keeper of the keys; Pure; Slender
Shrihaan		Boy	Lord Vishnu; Handsome
Kaina		Girl	Created by God; Possession; The diviner
Kairy		Girl	Sea; Pure; Beloved
Sylvanus		Boy	Of the forest or woods
Silus		Boy	Of the forest; Of the woods
Shamel		Unisex	Modest; Bashful
Taddeo		Boy	Italian of thaddeus; A gift of God
Kalliopi		Girl	Beautiful voice
Taheem		Boy	Honored
Kani		Girl	Sound; Maiden
Smayan-Baby-Name:-Guide-To-Popularity,-Numerology-&-Zodiac		Boy	Smile
Karalina		Girl	Full-grown, Free
Jakiah		Unisex	Strong; God will establish
Karishma		Girl	Miracle
Japnoor		Boy	Worshipper of Eternal Light; One who meditates on the divine light
Takashi		Boy	Prosperous; Noble; Gentleman; Adore; Filial piety
Sobhan		Boy	Prosperity, happiness, charm
Shiya		Unisex	Purple or violet; Night;
Kasie		Girl	Alert
Somtochukwu		Girl	Praise god with me

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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