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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Browse Top Baby Names by Gender
Browse Top Baby Names by Year
| Name | Gender | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Girl | Crown; Wreath | |
| |  Unisex | Glory; Prosperity; Eternity; Wisdom; Goodness; Virtue; Whole; Complete | |
| | Boy | Brave heart; High guardian | |
| | Girl | A beloved woman | |
| | Boy | Donated from the heart; Compassionate | |
| | Girl | Sun gift | |
| | Girl | Abundance; Ruler; Sovereign; Princess | |
| | Girl | Gift of god | |
| | Girl | Mother goddess; To flow; Ground | |
| | Girl | Trident; Goddess Laxmi; One who is with a pitchfork | |
| | Boy | Precious stone; Of Jade | |
| | Unisex | Noble | |
| | Girl | Bird | |
| | Unisex | Beauty of the Gods; Song of the Gods | |
| | Boy | One who is murmuring | |
| | Unisex | Red clearing; Roe deer clearing | |
| | Boy | Arabic name describing beauty | |
| | Boy | Handsome | |
| | Boy | Refers to the person who is expert in singing | |
| | Unisex | Princess; Fortunate | |
| | Girl | Blooming flower; To shine | |
| | Boy | Beloved of Jah; Praise of Yahweh | |
| | Unisex | Elevated; Sublime; Supreme | |
| | Boy | Spear's power; Spear's authority | |
| | Boy | Sacred name | |
| | Girl | Golden | |
| | Unisex | Cultivated | |
| | Unisex | Set apart; Hidden; Private | |
| | Girl | Feel safe; Protected; Honest; Loyal; Devoted; Faithful; Obedient of Imam | |
| | Unisex | God is gracious | |
| | Boy | Fair; Just | |
| | Girl | Noble; Of a noble kind | |
| | Boy | Great; Powerful; Leader | |
| | Girl | Hare land | |
| | Unisex | Sun; Solitude | |
| | Boy | Gray-haired man | |
| | Unisex | One with supreme power; Superior; Chief | |
| | Girl | Exalted; High mountain | |
| | Girl | To breathe; To live | |
| | Boy | Slender; Mighty warrior | |
| | Unisex | The flock of God | |
| | Girl | Living; Alive | |
| | Girl | Truthful; Truthfulness | |
| | Girl | Defender of mankind; Defender; Helper | |
| | Boy | Silent warrior | |
| | Unisex | Point; Woodland; Clearing; Hill; Mound; Barrow | |
| | Unisex | Heart | |
| | Boy | Perfect; Complete; Perfection | |
| | Girl | My hope; Vigorous; Unyielding | |
| | Boy | Poem and water; Handsome | |
| | Girl | To behold | |
| | Unisex | My God is Yahweh | |
| | Girl | Hope; Aspiration | |
| | Unisex | Melody; Classical Tamil poetry; Tree | |
| | Unisex | Faithful; Truthful | |
| | Unisex | God is my maker | |
| | Unisex | Strength and leadership | |
| | Girl | Friendly; Friend | |
| | Unisex | God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Messenger of God | |
| | Boy | Brilliant beauty; Bright and fair; Possessor of the moon | |
| | Girl | Peace | |
| | Unisex | Unique; Strong; Powerful | |
| | Girl | God deserves exaltation | |
| | Unisex | Farmer; Earthworker; Little girl | |
| | Boy | The name means means Coal Worker, Dark Skinned | |
| | Girl | Aspen tree | |
| | Girl | Kind-hearted; Empathetic | |
| | Boy | Laughing; Ember; Clear; Little bird | |
| | Boy | Faith; Beech forest | |
| | Girl | Spring; Bloom; Beauty; Youth | |
| | Boy | From Laurentium | |
| | Boy | Torch, Corposcant | |
| | Boy | Son of Adam; Great lord | |
| | Unisex | Dove; Peace; Sign; Omen | |
| | Girl | Sun | |
| | Girl | Hill; Power; High; God is my strong man | |
| | Boy | He who is my messenger | |
| | Girl | Rebelliousness; Famous in battle; God has said | |
| | Girl | Descendant of Cathasaigh; Vigilant ; Alert | |
| | Girl | Armor; Protection; Polished | |
| | Boy | One who is devoted to St. John | |
| | Unisex | Excellence; Elevation; To be high; Earth; Land; Honor | |
| | Unisex | Loyal; Noble | |
| | Girl | Slender; Blessed; Fair | |
| | Boy | Sturdy; Firm; Solid | |
| | Girl | Beautiful; Battle rule | |
| | Boy | God's gift | |
| | Boy | Money tree; God is gracious | |
| | Boy | Immaculate; Undefiled; Mighty; Of the waters; Not dirty | |
| | Unisex | Sky; Heavenly | |
| | Girl | Graceful and charming | |
| | Boy | Given by God | |
| | Unisex | King; Foundation; Earth | |
| | Girl | Pure | |
| | Girl | Beautiful, young lady | |
| | Boy | Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest | |
| | Girl | Favor; Grace | |
| | Unisex | Pledged by God; Given by God; Yahweh has said | |
| | Unisex | Strength; Loyalty; Spirit of battle | |
As we move forward, it is important to look back and understand the changing cultural influences that shaped the choices of parents today. Popular baby names of 2022 witnessed a shift in personal tastes and recorded the preference for more unique names. Names with a traditional background continued to be the favorite options while choices that did not identify with a particular gender also captured the attention of parents. This comprehensive list of top baby names is designed to help you find that special name for your child, whether you’re drawn to classic elegance or contemporary flair.
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
References
- Popular Names in 2021.
https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/
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