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 | Dewdrop | |
| | Girl | Attractive; Of Zeus; Soul crusher | |
| | Girl | Clear; Colorless glass; Ice | |
| | Boy | Truthful | |
| |  Unisex | Sacred songs or poems; A song sung to the harp; To pluck or play a stringed instrument with the fingers | |
| | Boy | God is gracious | |
| | Unisex | To venture boldly; Brave | |
| | Boy | Lord Shiva | |
| | Boy | Midianite prophet in Quran; Abundance | |
| | Girl | Mountain mist; Graceful; Elegant; Precious; Awakening | |
| | Unisex | Bright; shining | |
| | Girl | Beloved woman | |
| | Unisex | God is gracious | |
| | Boy | Thunder God; Lightning; Beam of light; Protection | |
| | Girl | Pure; Lily; Innocence | |
| | Boy | Scraped; Polished | |
| | Girl | Lion; My strength | |
| | Girl | Land of the lakes; Viking; Scandinavian | |
| | Boy | One who is from the landing near the ford | |
| | Unisex | Rapid; Tide | |
| | Girl | Torch; Strength; Father light; Tower; Moon goddess; Lioness; Oak tree; Canvas | |
| | Boy | He wears a crown | |
| | Girl | Island of Lind; Lincoln island; The pool colony | |
| | Boy | Wool; Pure; Clean; Slim; Thin | |
| | Boy | Beloved; Dear; Uncle | |
| | Boy | Crown; Royal | |
| | Girl | Of Magdala; Tower | |
| | Boy | Military man; Husband; Hero; Manly; Healthy | |
| | Unisex | Beautiful fragrance | |
| | Boy | Complete; Perfect; Strong | |
| | Girl | Divine; Goddess-like; Silk-like material | |
| | Girl | Combination of Mary and Beth | |
| | Boy | Man of the earth | |
| | Boy | To honor God; To esteem; Famous people | |
| | Boy | One from the hills; Hillock; Mound | |
| | Girl | Pearl | |
| | Girl | Kindness; Love; Affection; Sun | |
| | Unisex | Slender; White; Blessed | |
| | Unisex | Command of God; God is my ruler | |
| | Girl | King; Royal | |
| | Boy | Glory; Might; Power | |
| | Girl | Gracious; Dear; Middle of the field | |
| | Girl | Beloved; Loveliness; Sea of bitterness | |
| | Unisex | Christian; Icy; Waterfall; Lake | |
| | Girl | An aristocratic lady; A princess; Sea; Ocean | |
| | Girl | Moderate; Restrained; Measure | |
| | Unisex | A creative person | |
| | Unisex | Brave warrior; Leader; Power; Pretty | |
| | Girl | Of the night | |
| | Boy | Long woodland | |
| | Boy | Young; Humiliator of the enemy; Sun; Lord | |
| | Unisex | Victory; Best archer; God of Love | |
| | Girl | Rare; Scarce; Precious | |
| | Girl | Success; Victory; Triumph; Relief; Simplicity; Ease; Clarity | |
| | Unisex | Weary; Languid; Buds; Elegant; Graceful | |
| | Girl | I love you; Open | |
| | Girl | I love you; Open | |
| | Boy | Yahweh is gracious | |
| | Girl | Sacred; Holy; Connection; Bright | |
| | Girl | Praiseworthy; Horn | |
| | Girl | Who is like God? | |
| | Unisex | Special; To probe | |
| | Girl | Victory of the people | |
| | Unisex | Worthy or deserving of honor or respect | |
| | Boy | Strong and powerful | |
| | Boy | Attainment; Achievement | |
| | Girl | Warrior princess or warrior queen | |
| | Boy | Light bringer; Exalted; Enlightened; Strong; Mountain of strength | |
| | Girl | Lovable | |
| | Girl | To test; Goal; Tree: New beginning | |
| | Boy | Father of multitudes; Father of nations; High father; Crossing; Passage | |
| | Boy | Lord; Master; My lord | |
| | Girl | One from the Paega's town | |
| | Unisex | Of taurus | |
| | Boy | Oaken; Keeper of horses; Earth; Sturdy; Hardy; Little Adam; Little fire | |
| | Boy | Solid; Firm; Enduring | |
| | Girl | Who is like God | |
| | Unisex | Trustworthy; Faithful; True; Loyal | |
| | Boy | Gift of Yahweh; Gift of God | |
| | Girl | Comfort; Rest | |
| | Boy | Defender of mankind | |
| | Girl | Heavy rains; Queen; Advice; Counsel | |
| | Unisex | Myrrh | |
| | Boy | Wise | |
| | Girl | Reborn | |
| | Girl | Bright sea; God's myrrh | |
| | Unisex | Compassionate; Kind-hearted | |
| | Unisex | Maiden; Flourishing; Vigorous | |
| | Boy | Bitter | |
| | Boy | Ruler over heroes | |
| | Unisex | Mindful; Remembering | |
| | Unisex | One who lives by a stream or spring; One who extracted salt from seawater | |
| | Boy | Great ruler; Vigorous king; Home ruler | |
| | Unisex | Descendant of Faolán; Little wolf; Wolf | |
| | Boy | Faithful; Honest; Truthful; Feel safe | |
| | Boy | Yahweh is salvation | |
| | Unisex | Woman; Labor; Gain | |
| | Unisex | Craft; Cunning; Wayside land | |
| | Boy | Exalated one | |
| | Boy | Priceless; Inestimable; Flower | |
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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