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
Siddhan-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Popularity		Unisex	Accomplished; Fulfilled; Lord Murugan
Katheryne		Girl	Neat; Simple
Taren		Boy	Thunder
Sosuke-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Smooth; Clever; Meditate; Help
Kayah		Girl	To forgive; Forgiveness
Tasman		Boy	Consolation; Servant of Techmir
Kaytlyn		Girl	Each of the two; Pure
Snyder		Unisex	To cut; Tailor
Kelci		Girl	A ship of victory
Solo		Unisex	Single; Alone; Rural Estate; Sun strength
Tazz		Boy	A shallow ornamental cup
Sonam		Unisex	Virtuous; Good karma; Fortunate; Beautiful
Suriel		Boy	My rock is God
Thoreau		Boy	Strength of a bull
Starlin		Unisex	Strong; Rigid
Thorne		Boy	Thorn
Sterlin		Unisex	Pure; Of high quality
Khalila		Girl	Friend; Companion; Trustworthy
Tomasz		Boy	A twin; One of the two born children
Kadija		Girl	Trustworthy; Premature child
Toney		Boy	Flower
Stihl		Unisex	Strong; Reliable
Tonny		Boy	Flower
Striker		Unisex	Aggressive
Toran		Boy	Holding fast; Festoon; Archway
Jocie-Name-Complete-Guide-2025:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-More		Unisex	He will add
Trai		Boy	A form of trey
Takumi-Name-Meaning:-Expert-Guide-To-Origin-&-Pronunciation		Unisex	Artisan; Skillful; Expand; Open; Support; Sea; Ocean; Fruit; Good result; Truth
Talin		Boy	Lord Shiva' Ankle bone
Sway-Name:-What-You-Need-To-Know-About-Popularity-&-Variations		Unisex	Move slowly; Rule
Kioni-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Silk-like material; Cool breeze; Ocean
Kiyoko		Girl	Holy child; Pure child
Troi-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Soldier; A foot soldier
Kourtnee		Girl	Kourtnee means domain of the one who is Short
Tavita		Girl	Beloved; Uncle
Kassiani		Girl	Empty; Vain
Kristi-Name-Meaning:-Everything-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Christian; Follower of the Christ; Anointed
Takota		Unisex	Ally; Friend
Kristiana		Girl	Christian; A follower of Christ
Kristie		Girl	Christian; Follower of the Christ; Anointed
Tank		Unisex	Tank
Virgilio		Boy	Flourishing
Kaylena-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Crown; Wreath; Beloved; Pure
Kariya-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Variations		Unisex	Flower; Village; Knot
Kaslyn		Unisex	Little castle
Lama		Girl	Lips dark like the color of a sunset; Dark red lips
Kelina-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity,-Variations,-And-More		Girl	Heaven; Wolf; Noble
Tayvin-Baby-Name-Guide:-Origin,-Pronunciation,-And-Popularity		Unisex	Eighth
Keshvi		Boy	Long beautiful hair
Kawsar		Unisex	Abundance
Larina		Girl	Those who protect their homes
Tell-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Traits		Unisex	Ruler of the people; Warm light; Of the sun; Bright
Wisam-Baby-Name:-Pronunciation,-Meaning,-And-Essential-Guide		Boy	Medal; Badge; Decoration
Latifa-Name-Meaning:-All-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Gentle and kind
Kayliah-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Nicknames		Unisex	Thanks
Laurelin		Girl	Land of the singing God
Keala-Baby-Name:-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Astrology		Unisex	The path; The road
Thoryn		Unisex	From above; God of thunder
Tirth		Unisex	Holy place; Sacred water; A worthy person
Leeanne		Girl	Clearing; Favor; Grace
Leta-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Glad; Violet flower; Joy
Kesley-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	The victory of the ship; Fierce island
Ketzia		Unisex	Cassia; Cinnamon
Toriano-Name:-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Victor; Conqueror
Keylen		Unisex	Slender
Liane		Girl	Downy-bearded
Tyrrell		Girl	To pull
Tray		Unisex	Three
Lilie		Girl	Lily flower; Purity
Yerachmiel		Boy	God will have mercy
Kordelia		Girl	Heart
Korea		Girl	From the name of the Asian country
Lilium		Girl	Lily
Yordan		Boy	Descent; Flow down
Vibhav		Boy	Wealth; Glory; Power
Linnie-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Numerology:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Soft; Flexible; Tender; Beautiful
Vidharth		Boy	Creator; Supporter; Legend
Khione-Name-Meaning,-History,-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Snow
Trice		Unisex	Haul up and fasten with a rope
Linsey		Girl	Lincoln's Island
Vinicius		Boy	Wine
Khira-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Trends		Unisex	Milk; Cucumber
Liseli		Girl	Light; My God is an oath
Yuval		Boy	Stream
Vrishank		Boy	A pious man; Lord Shiva
Kiaya:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Unisex	House with beautiful colors
Lovey		Girl	Love
Ventus		Unisex	Wind
Ludovica-Baby-Name-In-2025:-Origin,-Meaning-&-Complete-Guide		Girl	Famous warrior
Korryn		Unisex	Maiden
Zaiyaan		Boy	Bright and graceful
Lynae		Girl	Twinflower; Linden tree
Lamani		Boy	Lemon
Lamaya-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Popularity,-Pronunciation-&-More		Girl	Good mother; Dame; Foster mother
Mahia		Girl	Moon; Lover
Maija-Baby-Name-Complete-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-More		Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Beloved
Maiza		Girl	Only one; Graceful; Distinguisher of good and bad
Wensley		Unisex	Friend woodland
Wesam-Name:-Key-Insights-On-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-Meaning		Unisex	Medal; Badge; Decoration
Winchester		Unisex	Camp; Fortress; Favored; Chief place

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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