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
Keating		Boy	Kite
Neylan		Girl	A person who has accomplished his desires; Descendant of the son of Neil
Ngoc		Girl	Valuable gemstone; Expensive diamond
Kedar-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Strong; Meadow; Dark; Mountain
Miabelle-Baby-Name-Guide:-Complete-Insights-For-2025		Unisex	My beauty
Kedric		Boy	Gift of splendor
Kaen		Unisex	Flame; Flower garden princess; National musical instrument of Laos
Nike		Girl	Victory; Cherished
Mirelle-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Girl	To admire
Nissa		Girl	Woman; Sign; Friendly elf; Goblin
Keiji		Boy	Good history; Beautiful history; Respect; Blessed; Govern with discretion
Mikaylee		Unisex	God's messenger
Kalob		Boy	Whole-hearted
Mikiya-Name:-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning,-And-More		Unisex	Tree trunk; Field
Keithan-Baby-Name-Meaning,-Variations-&-Popularity-in-2025		Boy	Wind
Nohely-Name:-Origin,-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Christmas
Nuriya		Girl	Light; Brilliant; Our Lady of Nuria; Place between valleys
Morah		Girl	A footstool; Razor
Kaipo-Name:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin-&-Variants		Unisex	The sweetheart
Nusaibah		Girl	Nurturing; Fate
Kairin-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Each of the two
Kaise		Unisex	Sea; Ocean; World
Nyela		Girl	Attainer; One who succeeds or perseveres; Gracious
Kaivalya-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Naming-Guide		Unisex	Solitude; Isolation; Detachment
Kemp		Boy	Warrior; Champion; Soldier
Kenaz-Name:-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Hunter
Odelya		Girl	The orange citrus berry
Kardell		Boy	High valor; Wool carder; Goldfinch
Miyuki-Name:-Origin,-Meaning-&-Popularity-Guide		Unisex	Beautiful fortune; Deep snow; Beautiful reason for history; Happiness and good fortune
Oleta		Girl	Truth
Kendryk		Boy	Son of Harry; Chief
Kalid		Unisex	Eternal
Keneth		Boy	Good-looking and a handsome man; Respect; Born out of fire
Muskan		Unisex	Happiness or smile
Kallai		Unisex	Vibrant; Artistic; Free-spirited
Karo-Name-Meaning:-25-Essential-Facts-And-Unique-Insights		Girl	A bird
Kalo		Unisex	Melancholy song; Taro plant
Ophira		Girl	Expensive gold
Kennett		Boy	Born from fire and flames; Good looking
Myella		Unisex	Beloved; Love; Rebellious; Other
Mystery:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-History,-And-Popularity		Unisex	Mystery; Secret; A secret rite
Kestrel		Boy	Bird of prey or staniel
Kethan		Boy	Home; Pure gold; He who ruins; Constable of a castle; Captain
Kaon-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Flower; Sound
Petunia		Girl	Name of a trumpet shaped flower
Namiah		Unisex	Rising; Developing; Increasing; Growing
Karlin		Unisex	Man; Army
Khalifah		Boy	Steward; Leader
Porsha-Name-Meaning:-A-Complete-Origin-And-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Pig
Khalique		Boy	The creator
Nayleen-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity-In-2025		Girl	Hero; Passion; Cloud
Neisha-Name:-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Night; Lovely flower
Narah:-Complete-Name-Guide-For-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Trends		Unisex	Happy
Prisma-Baby-Name:-Everything-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Prism
Kaylum-Name:-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Boy	Dove
Kasaan		Unisex	Shining star; Radiant light
Priyanshi-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	The dearest part; Part of one's beloved; Loved
Navea-Name-Comprehensive-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-More		Unisex	New beginnings; Bright future
Nayelie		Unisex	I love you; Open
Radiya		Girl	One who is covered with a veil; Satisfied
Kass		Unisex	To excel; To shine; A black bird
Nineveh-Name-Pronunciation-And-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Fish; Ninu's place
Raelyne		Girl	Variation of Raelynn
Kidd		Boy	Young deer or goat; Kid
Raevynn		Girl	From the name of the bird raven
Niveen		Boy	Radiant; Little saint
Nesrin-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Wild rose
Rahi		Girl	Traveller; Wayfarer; Pedestrian
Rameen		Girl	Peace; Joy; Loyal; Obedient
Nhyira-Name:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-And-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Blessing
Ramia		Girl	God is exalted; Sender; beautiful; Fabric; Second; Asia
Niala-Baby-Name:-25-Essential-Insights-And-Variations		Unisex	Violet
Kaydn		Unisex	Rhythmic flow; Battle place; Battleground
Kaylib		Unisex	A dog; Faithful; Whole heart
Koba		Boy	Holder of the heel; Supplanter; May God protect
Kayto		Unisex	Sea; Ocean; Fly; Soar
Nyeema		Unisex	Tranquil; Happy; At ease; Pleasantness
Nyiah		Unisex	Purpose; Aim
Riham		Girl	Drizzle; Light rain
Rihana		Girl	Basil; Sweet basil
Kourosh		Boy	Lord; Young; Humiliator
Ozzi		Boy	A strong and well-built person
Keenai		Unisex	Flat land
Kenjiro		Boy	Intelligent second son
Keeper		Unisex	Protector; Guardian
Omina		Unisex	Apple
Robynn		Girl	She is an illuminated, glowing, and well-known woman
Roohi		Girl	Soul; Spirit
Ovee		Unisex	A poetic sect in devotional script; Happy; Small
Rosalba		Girl	White rose
Kriday		Boy	Kind-hearted; Compassionate; Playful
Kekai		Unisex	The sea
Kristof		Boy	Bearing Christ
Persia		Boy	From Persia; The cuts or divides
Keland		Unisex	Narrows; Channel; Strait
Rosana		Girl	Bright; Shining
Pheona		Girl	White; Blessed
Roselina-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Beautiful rose; Gentle horse
Kelin-Baby-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Lean; Thin; Slender
Krzysztof		Boy	Bearing Christ

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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