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Most Popular Girl Names of 2022
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The Baby Notebook app is free to downloadTop 10 girls names of 2022
- 01
Latin · "olive tree"
Olivia: a beloved community favorite, consistently gracing our Baby Notebooks.
- 02
- 03
Amelia
↑2Germanic · "work, industrious, striving"
Amelia: A timeless, beloved choice cherished by our community.
- 04
Emma
↓1Germanic · "universal or whole"
Emma: A timeless favorite, radiating classic charm and enduring grace.
- 05
Harper
↓1English · "one who plays the harp"
Harper: A beloved, stylish choice, effortlessly blending tradition with modern charm.
- 06
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Ava
↓1Germanic · "desired, wished for"
Ava: a beloved classic, elegant and enduring for a new generation.
- 08
Ella
↑1Germanic · "all, completely, foreign"
Ella: A beloved classic, timeless and gracefully charming.
- 09
Mila
↑3Slavic · "gracious, dear, or pleasant"
Mila is picking up steam, becoming a favorite among Baby Notebook parents.
- 10
About this scope
The results are in, and for our Baby Notebook community, 2022 was a year defined by a love for familiar, elegant, and gracefully feminine names. A glance at the top of the charts reveals a landscape of modern classics, with Olivia reigning supreme at number one. It’s a name that feels both timeless and perfectly current, a balance that parents are clearly seeking. Following closely are Charlotte and Amelia, names rich with history and romantic charm that have become the new standards of style.
Looking at the full Top 10, the theme of soft, vowel-rich sounds continues. Emma, Sophia, Ava, and Ella are all perennial favorites that feel gentle yet strong, while Harper and Avery bring a more contemporary, tailored feel to the top tier. The presence of Mila rounds out the list, showcasing a preference for names that are sleek, international, and effortlessly chic. What this tells us is that parents aren't looking for fleeting trends; they are choosing names with staying power, names that feel both beautiful to say and sophisticated to wear.
Perhaps the most telling story of 2022 is not one of dramatic change, but of widespread consensus. The Top 100 is filled with names in this same spirit, suggesting a broadening of tastes within a very specific style. We saw an influx of vintage revivals like Eleanor, Josephine, and Maeve, alongside modern favorites such as Everly, Paisley, and Sloane. Nature-inspired choices also blossomed, with Willow, Ivy, and Hazel finding their place. From the classic Elizabeth to the spirited Remi, the common thread is a sense of polish and charm. The sheer variety, from Adeline to Zoey, signals that while the top spots are held by established queens, the court is filled with a rich and varied collection of stylish contenders, all sharing a similar aesthetic of refined grace.
When variants combine
When spelling variants are counted as one name, the rankings shift. Here's how the families stack up.
- 01
Amelia
Amelia · Emilia
- 02
Sophia
Sofia · Sofie · Sofiya · Sophia · Sophie
- 03
Olivia
Alivia · Olivia · Olyvia
- 04
Charlotte
- 05
Adeline
Adalee · Adalina · Adaline · Adalyn · Adalynn · Adelina · Adeline · Adelyn · Adelyne · Adelynn
Notable cuts
Vintage comebacks
- #1Olivia
- #2Charlotte
- #3Amelia
- #4Emma
- #6Sophia
Nature inspired
- #17Isla
- #19Hazel
- #21Lily
- #22Luna
- #24Paisley
Gender neutral
- #5Harper
- #10Avery
- #23Everly
- #24Paisley
- #25Riley
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Common questions
- What is the most popular girl name of 2022?
- Olivia tops the Baby Notebook community ranking, followed by Charlotte and Amelia. Olivia is of Latin origin, meaning "olive tree".
- What are the top 10 girl names of 2022?
- In order: Olivia, Charlotte, Amelia, Emma, Harper, Sophia, Ava, Ella, Mila, Avery.
- Where does this ranking come from?
- It's drawn from the names parents in the Baby Notebook community gave their children. Real registrations, not survey answers. Snapshot 2026-07-03.