Between activists, directors, actors, singers, and even stars’ own babies, there are so many names from talented individuals that will likely end up short-listed for your little one. No surprise there—pop culture influences everything from music taste to fashion trends to video games played, so it’s no wonder that pop culture also impacts the popularity of baby names! Whether you’re looking for baby girl names or baby boy names, there are celeb-inspired baby names that are sure to stick with you. If you’ve seen a certain celeb name pop up in articles or Instagram and can’t get it out of your head, you’re not alone. These 50 celebrity-inspired baby names for girls and boys will be everywhere in 2022, maybe even in your own nursery!
Celebrity-Inspired Baby Girl Names for 2022
1. Emma
Between actresses Emma Stone, Emma Watson, Emma Roberts, and Emma Thompson, there is plenty of inspiration (and talent!) coming from this moniker.
2. Olivia
A few of the famous Olivias making waves these days include actress-turned-director (and Harry Styles‘ beau!) Olivia Wilde, actress Olivia Colman, actress (and new mom!) Olivia Munn, as well as actress/singer/Taylor Swift stanOlivia Rodrigo.
3. Ava
Renowned filmmaker Ava DuVernay has been celebrated for her groundbreaking projects like 13th, Selma, and A Wrinkle in Time.
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4. Isabella
This moniker continues to rise in popularity thanks to Encanto character Isabela Madrigal. Loving the name? You’re in good company! Celeb parents like Nicole Kidman, Matt Damon, and Rosario Dawson have chosen it for their daughters.
5. Sophia/Sofia
Between classic Hollywood star Sophia Loren, talented actress Sofia Vergara, and passionate activist/actress Sophia Bush, the celeb-inspiration behind this popular name is top-notch.
6. Charlotte
If you’ve had this name on the brain, it could be thanks to English novelist Charlotte Brontë(JaneEyre), or birth announcements from celebrity parents like Prince William and Duchess Kate, and Chelsea Clinton Mezvinsky.
7. Mia
Short and sweet, Mia is not only the La La Land character portrayed by Emma Stone, it’s also the named shared by actresses Mia Farrow and Mia Wasikowska.
8. Amelia
Grey’s Anatomy favorite Amelia Shepherd (played by Caterina Scorsone) and the infamousAmelia Earhart’s namesake is garnering a lot of attention and appreciation in 2022.
9. Harper
While To Kill a Mockingbird author Harper Leecan easily be credited for this trending name, it has also been trending thanks to celebrity parents like David and Victoria Beckham, Bill Hader, Dave Grohl, Shonda Rhimes, and Neil Patrick Harris.
10. Evelyn
Gaining steam, this is the name that actress Carey Mulligan and her husband, musician Marcus Mumford, chose for their daughter. It is also the name of Zoé De Grand Maison’s Riverdale character—Evelyn Evernever.
11. Abigail
Soccer star and spouse to Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach, as well as actress Abigail Breslin, are two influencers for this classic moniker.
12. Emily
This baby girl name has jumped up on the list of trending names as individuals have been streaming Emily in Paris, starring actress Lily Collins.
13. Elizabeth
You might be super-drawn to this name thanks to actresses Elizabeth Banks, Elizabeth Olsen, Elizabeth Taylor, and more!
14. Mila
Actress Mila Kunis (full name Milena Markovna Kunis) is married to Ashton Kutcher and is known for voicing Meg Griffin from Family Guy and starring in films like The Spy Who Dumped Me and Bad Moms.
15. Ella
The real first name of singer Lorde, this moniker has been climbing the charts.
16. Avery
You can chalk up this gender-neutral name’s popularity to the admiration of TV characters Jackson Avery (played by Jesse Williams on Grey’s Anatomy) and Avery from Yellowstone, played by Tanaya Beatty.
17. Camila
Singer Camila Cabello, model (and Matthew McConaughey’s wife) Camila Alves, as well as Riverdale actress Camila Mendes, have all helped inspire this trending name.
18. Aria
Two characters that have directly influenced this moniker’s rising popularity include Arya Stark from Game of Thrones (played by Maisie Williams) and Aria Montgomery from Pretty Little Liars (played by Lucy Hale).
19. Scarlett
Not only starring in the Marvel superhero movies, Scarlett Johansson (Black Widow) has been influencing baby names (especially this year) as well.
20. Victoria
You can bet You actress Victoria Pedretti has something to do with this name’s likability.
21. Madison
Inspiration for this name may come from actresses Madison Pettis, Madison Iseman, and Bailee Madison, or from the fact that Maddy could be a nickname, like Alexa Demie’s character on Euphoria.
22. Luna
Besides Harry Potter’s Luna Lovegood, you probably recognize this name from John Legend and Chrissy Teigen, as they chose it for their daughter.
23. Grace
This beautiful moniker has been killing it on the charts, and has influence from classic Hollywood actress (and Princess of Monaco) Grace Kelly, as well as actresses Maggie Grace(Fear the WalkingDead) and Mckenna Grace (Ghostbusters: Afterlife).
24. Chloe
Parents who love this moniker are taking inspo from actresses Chloe Bridges, Chloë Grace Moretz (The Peripheral),Chloë Sevigny, and Chloe Bennet (Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.).
25. Penelope
When you hear this name, it’s almost impossible to not think about actress Penélope Cruz.
Celebrity-Inspired Baby Boy Names for 2022
26. Liam
Fans of Liam are in good company with actors Liam Hemsworth, Liam Neeson, and singer Liam Payne.
27. Noah
Thanks to actors Noah Centineo (To All the Boys flicks) and Noah Schnapp (Stranger Things), it’s no surprise this name is one of the top choices for boys in 2022.
28. William
Talk about a name fit for a king! Prince William has made this a strong, go-to baby boy name.
29. James
Considering the name James? That might be from the influence of actors James Dean, James Franco, James McAvoy, James Marsden, James Corden, or James Earl Jones.
30. Oliver
Parents who have been enjoying the podcast Sibling Revelry might be more likely to use the name Oliver, à la co-host Oliver Hudson.
31. Benjamin
If you feel like this is a name you hear a lot, it could be thanks to Benjamin Franklin and actors Ben Stiller, Ben Affleck, Ben Schwartz, Ben Kingsley… the list goes on and on.
32. Elijah
Sound familiar? That’s likely because of The Lord of the Rings actor Elijah Wood.
33. Lucas
MacGyveractor Lucas Till’s name is gaining steam for baby boy names in 2021.
34. Mason
Parents opting for this name follow in the footsteps of Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick, who named their eldest son Mason.
35. Logan
Well-known thanks toHugh Jackman’s portrayal of Logan (Wolverine) in the X-Men universe, it’s becoming a more prominent first name option this year.
36. Alexander
The incredibly popular Broadway show, Hamilton (featuring the story of Alexander Hamilton), has helped make this moniker super-appealing in 2022.
37. Ethan
Prepare for more boys named Ethan this year, inspired by actor/writer/director Ethan Hawke.
38. Jacob
It’s no coincidence thatEuphoria actor Jacob Elordi’s namesake has been topping the baby name charts this year.
39. Michael
This trending first name is shared by actors Michael B. Jordan, Michael Cera, Michael Fassbender, and Michael Keaton.
40. Daniel
Naming your son Daniel will put him in a group with the likes of actors Daniel Craig (the current James Bond), Daniel Radcliffe (Harry Potter series), Daniel Kaluuya (Judas and the Black Messiah), and more.
41. Henry
Actors Henry Cavill (The Witcher) and Henry Golding (Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins) have brought attention to this moniker, which is growing more and more popular as a first name.
42. Jackson
This moniker has been growing in popularity as a first name, after its prominence as a surname from celebrities like Samuel L. Jackson, Michael Jackson, Randy Jackson, director Peter Jackson, and country singer Alan Jackson.
43. Sebastian
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier‘s Sebastian Stan will continue influencing parents looking for trendy boy names this year.
44. Matthew
After the Los Angeles Rams’ quarterback’s Super Bowl win, it’s no wonder Matthew Stafford’s name is going to be everywhere in 2022.
45. Samuel
Many new moms and dads are taking a cue from celebrity parents Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck, and The Bachelor’s Sean Lowe and Catherine Giudici Lowe, who have sons named Samuel.
46. David
2022 parents are following in the footsteps of David Beckham, David Letterman, and the now-infamous David Rose (Dan Levy’s Schitt’s Creek character).
47. Joseph
Between actors Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Joseph David-Jones(4400), as well as the current President of United States, Joe Biden, podcaster Joe Rogan, Joe Jonas, and Taylor Swift beau, Joe Alwyn (whose first names are actually Joseph), this name’s inspiration is super-eclectic.
48. Carter
Jay-Z (AKA Shawn Carter) and Beyoncé (AKA Beyoncé Knowles-Carter) may not need to use their last name, but it sure is a popular first name these days.
49. Owen
Marry Me’s Owen Wilson‘s moniker is truly taking off this year.
50. Wyatt
Anderson Cooper, as well as Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis, were ahead of the curve by using this baby name. Check out:- 150 unusual baby names- 125 old-fashioned names making a comeback- 125 unisex baby names- 65 royal baby names
