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
Rayven		Girl	Black bird; Raven
Elisheva-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	They have taken God as an oath
Alyza		Girl	Joy; Happiness; Joyful; Noble; Exalted
Elvira		Girl	White; Truth
Vania-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	God is gracious
Zoelle		Unisex	Life
Aeson-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin,-History-And-More		Boy	Nimble; Swift
Hillary-Name-Meaning:-A-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	Cheerful; Glad; Merry; Happy;
Ammon		Boy	The hidden one; Protection with edge of a sword; Protection of fear
Annalyse		Girl	God's promise of grace
Jamilah-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Beautiful
Anayra		Unisex	Precious; Happiness; Joy
Kalena		Girl	Pure; Flower
Colden		Boy	Charcoal valley; Coal hill; Coal valley; Cow hill
Rustin		Unisex	Rust's estate; Red-haired; Genuine; Rural; Rustic
Kolbie		Girl	Coal town; Dark town
Shaquille-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-History-And-5-Variations		Unisex	Handsome; Well-developed; Beautiful; Good looking
Kourtney		Girl	Short nose
Draya-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-Meaning		Girl	Strong; Powerful
Azariyah-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Unisex	God has helped
Leana		Girl	Weary; Cow; Favor; Grace
Virat		Boy	Huge; Grand; Magnificent; Pure; Clean
Donatello		Boy	Gift of God; Given
Charis		Girl	A graceful person; Kindness
Ward		Girl	Guard; Rich guard
Elder		Boy	Older
Tytan		Unisex	Giant
Mayte-Name-Meaning,-Origin-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	One who is easy to love
Eliah		Boy	My God is Yahweh
Emorie-Name-Guide:-26-Essential-Insights-&-Trends		Unisex	Great ruler; Great king
Eliyah		Boy	My God is Yahweh; High; Lofty; Sublime
Neva		Girl	White snow; Woman of the race; Swamp
Geronimo		Boy	Holy name
Zorawar		Unisex	Commander; General; Powerful warrior; Strong leader
Neve		Girl	Snow; Bright; Radiant; Beauty; Pleasant
Aceson-Baby-Name-2025:-Meaning,-Popularity,-Nicknames-&-More		Unisex	Strong; Unique; Powerful
Hayven-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Popularity		Unisex	A safe place
Haider-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Lion; Warrior
Raiya		Girl	Countryman; Sheep pasturing; Nationals; Flock; Gratitude; Thunder
Jafet		Boy	Enlarged
Sahasra		Girl	Thousand; Infinite
Jahleel		Boy	God waits
Jennie		Unisex	God is gracious; Yahweh is gracious; White wave
Sumaya		Girl	She who is high above
Maelani-Baby-Name:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Heavenly; Dark; Black
Darin-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Complete-Guide		Girl	Great
Kairav		Boy	Born from the water; White lotus
Calen		Boy	People's victory; Pure lake
Cashmere-Baby-Name:-Origin,-Meaning,-History-&-Pronunciation		Unisex	Luxurious wool fabric
Naliyah		Girl	Christmas day
Laramie		Unisex	The small wood; The arbour
Coda-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Origin-&-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Friend; Companion
Deluca:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Traits		Unisex	Son of Luca; From Lucania
Lyrik		Unisex	Lyric; Songlike
Lino		Boy	Flax; Messenger
Lowell-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Little wolf
Maaz		Boy	One who seeks or gives shelter
Mendy		Boy	Bee; Lovable
Ezariah		Unisex	Helper; God has helped
Quade-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Boy	Evil; False; Mud; Refuse; Son of Uaid; Power of the army
Rakeem		Boy	Kind; Compassionate
Hera		Girl	Hero; Warrior; Period of time; Goddess of marriage; Protectress
Ambar		Boy	Sky; Garments; Amber; People; Nation
Rusty		Boy	Red-haired
Zarina-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-The-Ultimate-Guide		Unisex	Golden; Gold; Empress
Bexlee		Girl	Woodland clearing surrounded by box trees
Sampson		Boy	Sun
Kayleb		Boy	Whole; All of; Heart; Dog
Amaiya		Unisex	The end
Sven:-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-History,-&-Complete-Guide		Boy	Boy; Lad; Young man
Teodoro		Boy	Gift from god
Katya		Girl	Pure; Each of the two; Torture
Kayde		Unisex	Round; Each of the two; Pure
Theophilus		Boy	A friend of god
Dayanara		Girl	Divine; Goddess-like; Slayer of man
Blakeley		Girl	Pale-skinned; Dark
Kruze		Unisex	Cross
Letti		Girl	Joy; Happiness
Gizelle-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Pledge; Promise
Mai-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Water; Love; Dance; Beloved
Eliani-Baby-Name:-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Unisex	God has answered
Abubakr		Boy	Father of young camel
Islah		Unisex	Island; Improvement
Nessa		Girl	Miracle; Chaste; Holy; Pure
Raider		Unisex	From the village Rait; Taking control; Attacker of enemies
Nyasia-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-History:-Complete-Guide-For-2025		Girl	East; Purpose or aim; Merciful; Kind-hearted
Arsalan		Boy	Lion; King of jungle; Lion hunter; Fearless; Brave; Gladiator
Jania		Girl	God is gracious; Soul; The burning of the world; Defending men
Polina		Girl	Little; Humble; Strength; Father lion
Ashur-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-5-Charming-Nicknames		Boy	Blessed; Happy; God of War; Islamic month
Jayleigh-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Unisex	Invented name
Promyse		Girl	Promise; A pledge
Asim		Boy	Protector; Guardian; Savior; Boundless; Limitless; Infinite
Razan		Girl	Vineyard; Harmony; Calm
Rina		Girl	Pure; Joy; Singing; Melted; White jasmine; Village; Greens; To revive; To be reinvigorated; Daytime; Queen; Peace
Blayne		Boy	Yellow
Roczen		Unisex	Yearling; Strong and mighty leader
Rosabella		Girl	Beautiful as a rose
Bodee		Boy	Enlightenment; Command
Thane-Name-Origin,-Meaning-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Landowner; Warrior

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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