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
Viyaan		Boy	Full of life
Adric		Boy	Ruler; Wealth
Daiana-Name-Guide:-Discover-Meaning,-Popularity-and-Nicknames		Girl	Divine; Goddesslike; Heavenly
Ahmaud		Boy	Most commendable; Most praiseworthy
Trinidad		Unisex	Holy Trinity
Aleczander-Name-Meaning-&-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Defender of mankind
Vansh		Unisex	Descendant or lineage
Dayna		Girl	Collection of the best and the most beautiful; He judged
Delina		Girl	Noble
Amillia		Girl	Unceasing; Vigorous; Brave
Webb		Unisex	A weaver
Alon		Boy	Oak tree; Wave
Elayne:-What-You-Need-To-Know-About-The-Name		Girl	Torch; Corposant; Moon; Light; Shining
Anari		Boy	Weak; Timid; With no enemies
Andi		Boy	Manly; Masculine; Man
Emunah		Girl	Faith
Alva		Unisex	His Highness; Fairy; Elf
Felicia-Name-Meaning-&-History:-What-You-Need-to-Know		Girl	Blessed with luck
Artis		Boy	Stone; Bear; Bold; Strong
Ziaan		Unisex	Adornment; Decoration
Areya-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Variations		Unisex	Air; Melody; Noble
Filomena		Girl	Loved one; Friend of strength
Asani		Boy	Rebellious
Ziare		Unisex	River
Asaya-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Created by God; God has created
Freja-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide-In-2025		Girl	Lady; Noblewoman
Ashraf		Boy	Honorable; Nobler; Noble; Kind; Excellent
Gertrude		Girl	Spear of strength
Ashrith		Boy	Follower; Supported; Dependent; Protected
Adian		Unisex	Religious; Devout
Gretta		Girl	Pearl
Aliyar		Boy	Exalted; High
Avon		Boy	River
Avyay		Boy	Indestructible; Immutable; Imperishable
Gwynevere		Girl	White phantom
Aws-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Boy	Gift
Alekai		Unisex	Leader
Brissa		Girl	Breeze
Barret		Boy	Quarrelsome; Deceptive
Bash-Baby-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity---Complete-Guide		Boy	From Sebaste; Venerable; Stream
Brailynn		Unisex	Broad hill
Henna		Girl	Home ruler; Blessed; Grace; Yahweh is gracious
Amilio		Unisex	Industrious and hardworking
Braylyn		Unisex	Hill lake; Primrose flower
Citlaly		Girl	Star
Arkan		Unisex	Pillars; Rope; Tether
Christ		Boy	The anointed; Blessed by God himself
Cleveland-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Boy	Hilly land; Cliff land
Codie		Girl	The son of Oda; Descendant of the helpful one
Damarcus		Boy	The Lord of war; Male
Jelena-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-Popularity		Girl	Sunray; Light; Bright; Sunlight
Jenavieve		Girl	Tribe; Woman
Ellarie		Girl	Cheerful
Jolynn-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	God is gracious; Pretty; God will add
Elody		Girl	All riches
Kaleena-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-And-More		Girl	Each of the two; Pure; Viburnum tree
Deagan-Name:-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History---Full-Guide		Boy	One with dark black hair; Grain of corn
Elaia		Unisex	Swallow (bird)
Fatou		Girl	To abstain
Deontay-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Boy	Greek God Dionysios; Of Zeus; Lasting
Earnest		Boy	Serious; Earnest; Grave in speech or action
Ehan-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Full moon; Something expected
Gracey		Boy	Grace; Grace of God; Divine grace
Elkin		Boy	God has purchased
Breland		Unisex	Watery meadow
Forever		Girl	Eternal; Everlasting
Haneen		Girl	Desire; Longing; Yearning; Strong love
Lainie		Girl	Torch; Corposant
Lakota		Girl	Alliance of friends; Friendly; United; Feeling affection
Hammad		Boy	Praiseworthy
Leeba		Girl	Beloved one
Harlin		Boy	Noble friend; Noble warrior; Grey land; Army land; Hare land
Cordae		Unisex	Cord-maker; Seller of cord; Lamb; Polite; Courteous
Hercules		Boy	Glory of heroism; Glory of Hera
Harvest		Unisex	Autumn; Period between August and November
Ivelisse-Name-Meaning,-Origin-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Yew; My God is an oath
Homero		Boy	Hostage
Husayn		Boy	Handsome; Good; Beautiful
Mairead:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History		Girl	Pearl
Imaan		Unisex	Faith; To be faithful
Makaylah		Girl	Who is like God
Jazleen		Girl	Absorbed in God; God's gift;
Darel-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Pronunciation:-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Mother of pearl and God; Person from Airelle, France
Maraya		Girl	Raft; Star of the sea; Rebellious; Beloved
Menucha		Girl	Peaceful; Restful
Jaymes		Boy	Supplanter; Holder of the heel
Nabila		Girl	Noble; Excellent
Deric		Unisex	Ruler of the people; Peaceful ruler
Jeremie		Boy	Same as Jeremy
Dexton		Unisex	One who dyes; Right-handed; Skilled
Jerrod		Boy	Descent
Kalei-Name-Origin-And-Meaning:-Guide-To-Variations-&-More		Unisex	The child; The flowers
Khalyla		Girl	Close friend; Beloved friend
Raneem		Girl	Sweet singing voice; Melodious voice
Klarissa		Girl	Clear; Bright; Famous
Rani-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Variations,-Nicknames-&-More		Girl	Queen; She is singing; Joyous song
Ronni		Girl	True image; Bringing victory
Kavir		Boy	The Sun; Fire; Bright and radiant light; Desert
Kendon		Boy	The brave chief; The brave ruler
Elim		Unisex	Someone who lived in a muddy place; Slender; Skinny; Place of palm trees

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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