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
Falaq		Unisex	A daybreak
Hannelore		Girl	God gives grace; God is my light
Harly-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-And-What-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Hare land; Rock hill; Army hill
Harriette		Girl	House owner; Lord of the manor; One who rules the home
Franklynn		Boy	A person who is free
Hasha		Girl	Piousness; Cheerful
Hasina		Girl	Elegant; Good; Cheerful; Beautiful; Pretty; Fair
Fayola-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Woman who walks with honor; One who walks with dignity
Gabriana-Baby-Name:-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	God is my strength; Favor; Grace
Feather		Unisex	Light and soft; hair covering a bird
Gelina:-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-And-More		Girl	Serenity; Calm weather
Hazle		Girl	Name of tree; Light brown color
Genelle-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	White phantom
Heide		Girl	Heath; Nobility
Helaine		Girl	Bright; Brilliant; Torch; Moon
Hella		Girl	Holy; Blessed; Torch; Moon; Corposant
Hemi		Girl	God is gracious
Hibah		Girl	Gift
Glorianna		Girl	Glory; Grace; Favor; Praise
Gavi-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	God is my strength
Humairah		Girl	Dark red color
Gwyn		Boy	Blessed; Fair; White; Bright; Pure; Holy; Phantom; Magical being
Hadasha		Girl	Myrtle tree
Ilinca		Girl	Feminine form of Romanian Ilie; The Lord is my God
Inge		Girl	Ancestor; German God Ing
Iolana		Girl	To soar
Ionna		Girl	God's gift; Island; Dove
Irini		Girl	Peace
Gwyndolin		Unisex	Fair bow; Blessed ring
Hava-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	To breathe; To live
Haile		Boy	Power; Hay clearing; Might; Force; Strength
Isioma-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Pronunciation:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Good luck
Iskra		Girl	Spark
Hallel		Unisex	Praise
Hanaya		Unisex	Flower shop; Florist; Excellent; Fine
Helayna-Comprehensive-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning,-Popularity		Girl	Torch; Corposant; Moon
Harvee		Unisex	Battle worthy
Hayaa		Unisex	Modesty; Chastity; Virtue
Jadeyn		Girl	He will judge; Thankful
Ibukunoluwa		Girl	The blessings of God
Jaella		Girl	A mountain goat; Ibex
Heizel		Unisex	Hazel tree; Light brown color
Hibo		Unisex	Gift of God
Hinza		Unisex	Gift of God
Jaira		Girl	He shines
Inanna		Girl	Lady of the Heavens
Honoka		Unisex	Harmonious flower
Houda		Unisex	Right guidance
Hyatt		Boy	Tailor; High gate
Ibiza		Unisex	Island of Egyptian God Bes
Ichika		Unisex	One love; The one beautiful; The one with dignity
Jamilia		Girl	She who is chaste
Jamillah		Girl	A beautiful one
Ifra		Unisex	Prestige; Elevation; Sublime
Jamina		Girl	A right hand; Helper
Ifza-Name-Profile:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Unisex	Protective angel
Ihana		Unisex	Beauty, charm, elegance
Isadore		Girl	Gift of Isis
Janett		Girl	God's gift
Ilaya		Unisex	Young; Yahweh is my God
Ishvi		Girl	He resembles me
Ilyena		Unisex	Torch; Moon
Jaria		Girl	A mother; River
Jasmeen		Girl	Fragrant flower; Jasmine Flower
Innaya		Unisex	Care; Concern
Itzcali		Boy	House of beauty
Irais		Unisex	Warrior; Hero; Period of time; To be chosen
Ivonna		Girl	Yew
Jazzmin		Girl	Persian form of Jasmine (a type of flower)
Isma		Unisex	God will hear
Jenalyn		Girl	Mild and gentle person
Jaidee		Boy	He is like a green gem stone
Jency-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	God is gracious
Jaimarie		Boy	One who is sour victor
Jenee		Girl	God has answered
Jenell		Girl	White Phantom
Ixora		Unisex	A flowering plant
Jeni-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Girl	God is gracious; White phantom
Jenice		Girl	God is gracious
Jennalee		Girl	Nice, pleasant, and gorgeous person
Jentrie		Girl	Nobility or aristocracy
Jerilyn		Girl	Power of the spear; Yahweh will exalt
Jessilyn		Girl	God is gracious; He sees
Jahna		Unisex	God is gracious
Japleen		Boy	Absorbed in God's remembrance
Joclyn		Girl	A person from the Gauts Tribe
Joellen		Girl	Yahweh is gracious; He will add; Torch; Moon
Joliette		Girl	Pretty
Javiah		Unisex	Whispered; To mutter prayers
Joylynn		Girl	Joyful one
Jula-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-And-Numerology		Girl	Young
Jerika		Girl	Ever ruler
Julieanne		Girl	Downy-bearded; Devoted to Jove; Youthful; Juvenile
Jeannine		Unisex	God is gracious
Jette-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Variations,-History-&-Popularity		Boy	Home ruler; Pitch coal; The owner of the house
Jeweliana		Girl	Game; Precious stone; Downy-bearded
Jhana		Girl	Meditation; Generation
Jenan		Unisex	Garden; Paradise
Kadri		Girl	Pure; Value
Jendaya		Unisex	To be thankful

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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