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 | Song; Melody; Air | |
| | Boy | A cottage or hut; Coat (of mail) | |
| | Boy | Name of a town; Son of Ellis; Noble; Settlement | |
| | Boy | Brave; Fierce | |
| | Girl | One who lives a long life; One who builds | |
| | Boy | Allies; Friends | |
| | Boy | King; Lord; Prince; Commander | |
| | Girl | Open; From Airelle | |
| |  Unisex | Lily; Rose; Lotus | |
| | Boy | Pious; Devout | |
| | Girl | Famous in battle | |
| | Girl | Slender; Beautiful | |
| | Boy | Savior | |
| | Boy | Successful; Victorious; Winner | |
| | Boy | Journey | |
| | Boy | Man of prayer; Full of goodness | |
| | Boy | Story; Legend; Epic poem | |
| | Boy | One with vigor | |
| | Unisex | Yew tree; Army; Warrior; Quince | |
| | Girl | Glory of the father; Glory; Fame | |
| | Boy | A little lucky man | |
| | Boy | Name of a mythical monster; Fenrir-wolf; Marsh; Fen | |
| | Unisex | Gaulish God of healing; Celtic river goddess | |
| | Boy | Horse lover | |
| | Boy | Frenchman; Freeman; Germanic tribe | |
| | Girl | Day's eye | |
| | Boy | Forest men; Strawberry; Name of a place in Scotland | |
| | Boy | Defender; Helper; Protector | |
| | Boy | Guards; Guardian | |
| | Boy | Hawk; God-send; Hawk field | |
| | Boy | A heroic person; A warrior; A conqueror | |
| | Boy | Peace of God | |
| | Girl | Child born on Saturday; Heaven; Beloved; Vigorous; Sky; God of fertility and rain; Wet nurse; Grandmother; Dark one | |
| | Girl | A woman who is rich and wealthy; Wealth; Treasure | |
| | Boy | Strong lord; Prince | |
| | Boy | Home; Brave; Great; Ruler | |
| | Unisex | Industrious | |
| | Girl | Gracious; Gift of God | |
| | Girl | Belonging to God | |
| | Boy | From the stag's ford; Crossing; Hart; Stag | |
| | Girl | Amber; Incandescent; Shining | |
| | Boy | Ruler of the home | |
| | Unisex | Yahweh is gracious; | |
| | Girl | God has purchased | |
| | Boy | God is gracious; Full moon | |
| | Unisex | To breathe; To live; Bird; Related to birds; Bird-like | |
| | Boy | Pillar; Support; Mainstay | |
| | Girl | Smile; Beauty; Whole; Great | |
| | Unisex | Fox | |
| | Girl | Whole; Universal; God is gracious; Maiden | |
| | Unisex | Hooded cloak; Maker of a headgear | |
| | Boy | God is gracious | |
| | Unisex | Daughter of an oath | |
| | Boy | Security; Pledge | |
| | Girl | The exalted one; Help; Bean; Wife; Voyager; Hostess; Day; Rain | |
| | Girl | Star | |
| | Boy | Broad clearing | |
| | Unisex | Pure; Free spirited | |
| | Girl | Peaceful ruler | |
| | Girl | Lyrical love poetry | |
| | Girl | Hawk; Predatory bird | |
| | Girl | Joy | |
| | Unisex | Helper to the priest | |
| | Boy | Dedicated | |
| | Boy | Happy; Carefree; To move lightly; To touch | |
| | Girl | Hay clearing | |
| | Unisex | Widespread destruction; Chaos | |
| | Boy | Strong; Open-minded; Spear-ruler | |
| | Girl | Deer clearing; Hart woodland | |
| | Boy | Life; Bringer of life | |
| | Boy | Power of the spear | |
| | Boy | Lord; Prince; Commander-in-chief | |
| | Boy | Born from the yew tree; God is gracious; Well-born; Youth | |
| | Girl | One from the Dales; The valley meadows | |
| | Unisex | Subordinate Khan | |
| | Boy | The reward of God to his parents | |
| | Unisex | Possessing goodness; Sea | |
| | Boy | To struggle against; To fight for | |
| | Boy | God will add | |
| | Boy | Travel; Day | |
| | Unisex | Father of Zachor; My statement; Treetop | |
| | Boy | Devoted to Jove; Devoted to the father of the sky; God is gracious | |
| | Unisex | Fire; Refreshing; Powerful | |
| | Boy | Where; In what place | |
| | Unisex | God is my strength | |
| | Unisex | Chaste | |
| | Boy | The brilliant one | |
| | Girl | God is Gracious | |
| | Unisex | Flower | |
| | Girl | Winner; Victorious | |
| | Boy | Beloved | |
| | Unisex | One who is full of life; Lively | |
| | Girl | To dwell; To exhalt; The Lord; The prince lives | |
| | Girl | Bird; Light; Pasture; Greens; Kindness; Elegance | |
| | Unisex | Victory; Supplanter; May God protect | |
| | Girl | Little Dragon; Pure | |
| | Boy | Handsome; Beautiful; Good; Comely | |
| | Unisex | Nocturnal journey | |
| | Boy | To praise; Praiseworthy | |
| | Unisex | Island; Flat land along a coast; Linen | |
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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