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
Arjen-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	From Hadria; Noble; Golden life
Mirielle-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Bright sea
Monika		Girl	Advise; Unique; Single
Arno		Boy	Eagle ruler; Eagle power; Strong as eagle
Weylyn		Unisex	Craft; Cunning
Khylie		Unisex	Boomerang
Worth		Unisex	Value; Enclosure
Kilani-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Popularity-&-Pronunciation		Unisex	Royal; Heavenly
Arwin		Boy	White; Fair; Blessed; People's friend
Aryav		Boy	Honest; Honorable; Virtuous; Noble; Wise; Knowledgeable
Kobie-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity,-Nicknames		Unisex	Holder of the heel; Supplanter; May God protect
Kulture		Unisex	Cultivate; Worship; Culture
Natalina-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Christmas Day; Birthday
Audric		Boy	Old and powerful ruler
Yareth		Unisex	Honeycomb; Honeysuckle
Yonis-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Dove
Laiya		Unisex	Weary
Nelli		Girl	Sunray; Shining light; Torch; Corposant; Moon
Azaryah		Boy	Helped by God
Oliva		Girl	Olive; Ancestor's descendant; Aware; All cautious
Lyvia		Girl	Olive
Bayne		Boy	Fair; White; Fair-headed; Friendly; Pale bridge
Maleyah		Girl	Love; Beloved; Rebelliousness; Sea of bitterness
Aarvik		Boy	Strong; Courageous
Rima-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	White antelope; Advantage; Flax; To calm down; To quieten; Beloved; Goddess Durga
Mahari-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	One who forgives; A dancing girl; Dowry; Bride price; Merciful
Rozalia-Name-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Rose; Pretty Rose; Beautiful rose
Mana-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Trends		Unisex	Rare harmony; Hopeful peace; Genuine love; Eternal; Everlasting
Ruthann		Girl	Friend; Grace
Canton		Boy	One who lived on a street corner; From place names
Alejo		Girl	Man's defender; Protector of mankind
Marlyn		Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love; Sea fort
Albie		Unisex	From Alba; Bright; Noble
Saida:-Baby-Name-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	The fortunate one; Happy
Colvin		Boy	The black color; Bald
Corbett		Boy	Raven; Little crow
Shivani		Girl	Hindu goddess Parvati; Kind; Auspicious
Cristo		Boy	Bearing Christ; A Christian
Mylene		Girl	Gracious; Dear; Beloved; Torch; Moon
Dajuan		Boy	God is gracious and merciful
Somaya		Girl	High; Lofty; Elevated
Suzy		Girl	A dame who is like a lily flower
Aquila-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-Complete-Guide		Girl	Eagle
Arish		Unisex	Structure that takes much effort to build; Wise; Intelligent
Monse-Baby-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Jagged mountain
Artemus-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Follower of the goddess Artemis; Safe
Naleah-Name-Profile:-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-And-More		Unisex	One who avoids troubles
Naliah		Unisex	Successful or one who succeeds
Dawood		Boy	Beloved; Uncle
Twila		Girl	Woven with a double thread; Morning star; Light in dark places; Wildflower; Twilight; Strength
Asahel		Boy	Made by God
Petrona		Girl	Rock; Stone; Yokel
Dierks		Boy	Ruler of the people; Son of Dirk
Dj		Boy	A believer in truth
Paisyn-Name:-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity,-And-Nicknames		Unisex	Paega's town; Small and Humble
Avenir-Name-Complete-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Numerology-&-More		Unisex	Future
Dylon-Baby-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Boy	To flow; Toward; Tide
Breccan		Boy	Freckled; Speckled
Roselia		Unisex	Rose
Eldin-Name-Meaning:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Variations		Boy	Wise guardian; Faith; Religion
Rosely		Unisex	Rose
Adanna		Girl	Eldest daughter of father
Saraiya-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	My princess; God is ruler; The Pleiades
Ahna-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-Pronunciation:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Gracious; Favor; Daytime; First rays of the sun; Born during the day
Aisla		Girl	Hailing from Ailsa Craig; Dream; Vision
Soliyana		Boy	Peaceful or calm
Castor-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	To excel; To shine; Beaver; Name of a star
Amberlynn		Girl	Gemstone; Amber; Orange-yellow lake
Ephrem		Boy	Fruitful
Ambrielle		Girl	Energy of God; God is my strength
Erich-Name:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Complete-Guide		Boy	Eternal ruler
Erling		Boy	Heir; Chieftain; Descendant of the jarl
Snoh-Baby-Name-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-Zodiac-&-Numerology		Unisex	Snow
Daire		Girl	Fruitful; Fertile
Angelise		Girl	A messenger; Angels of God; Sent from heaven
Eyal-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Might; Strength
Angelita-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Messenger; Angel of God
Fenton		Boy	Marsh town; Descendant of Fiachna
Anniyah		Girl	A caring and loving individual
Fishel		Boy	Little fish
Cyan		Girl	Greenish blue color
Damar		Unisex	Resin; Sap; Light; Lamp; Glory of the day
Garrick		Boy	Oak tree grove; Spear king; Rough place
Tanisha		Unisex	Ambition
Daniil		Girl	God is a judge who rules
Audrielle		Girl	Noble strength; Strength of God
Giulio		Boy	Youthful; Downy-bearded
Avangeline-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	One who brings good news
Gryphon		Boy	Fighting chief; Fierceful
Teaghan		Unisex	Poet; Beautiful; Perfect; Blessed
Teya-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity-&-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	God's gift
Vaughn-Baby-Name-Meaning:-Your-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Little
Hawthorn		Boy	One who lives near the hawthorn hedges
Dashaun		Unisex	Yahweh is gracious
Tuesday		Unisex	Day of the week named after the Norse God of war, Tyr
Avy		Girl	High father; My Father; Father of a multitude
Verna		Girl	Spring; Spring-like
Tylynn		Unisex	Lake; Waterfall
Deante		Boy	Of Zeus
Hisham		Boy	Generous; To crush

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.

Illustration: Momjunction Design Team