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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| Name | Gender | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Unisex | Laurel; Kingdom of Lothar; She | |
| |  Girl | A legendary sorceress; Lady of the lake | |
| | Boy | Advice; Counsel; Fire; Sword | |
| | Girl | Small water sprite; Water fairy | |
| | Girl | Beautiful girl | |
| | Boy | Strong rock; Rocky ford | |
| | Boy | To go around in a circle | |
| | Unisex | Wave; Surf | |
| | Boy | My joy; My song; True image; Sacred name | |
| | Girl | Hospitality | |
| | Boy | Wish; Desire; Aspire | |
| | Unisex | Conqueror; Strong | |
| | Girl | Pearl; Child of light | |
| | Unisex | Steersman | |
| | Boy | Righteousness of religion | |
| | Boy | From sand ford | |
| | Unisex | Of the oak tree | |
| | Girl | Queen; Ruler; Wise | |
| | Girl | All holy | |
| | Unisex | Educated In the Bible; Gold | |
| | Girl | Join; Tie; Snare | |
| | Boy | Defender; Protector of mankind | |
| | Boy | He who is stern | |
| | Boy | A serious and stern person | |
| | Girl | Who is like God? | |
| | Unisex | Land surrounding the water; City in Oregon | |
| | Unisex | A source or means of supplying energy | |
| | Boy | Name; Renown | |
| | Boy | Beautiful; Chronicle; Three trees together; Small; Who is like God; Trunk | |
| | Girl | Ewe; Little rock | |
| | Boy | Victory and protection; Victorious protection | |
| | Boy | Victorious guardian | |
| | Boy | From the valley | |
| | Girl | Famous type; Favor; Grace | |
| | Boy | Freedom; Liberation; Salvation | |
| | Unisex | Advice; Counsel; Decision; Protection | |
| | Girl | Famous type; Rose; Soft; Tender; Horse; Flexible horse | |
| | Girl | Sapphire | |
| | Girl | Wakeful; Moonlight; Mountain | |
| | Boy | A man who wears the crown | |
| | Boy | Confederation of tribes in the Armenian Highlands | |
| | Boy | He who is crowned | |
| | Boy | First ray of sunlight; Lord Vishnu | |
| | Unisex | Remains; Relics | |
| | Girl | Moon; Heaven | |
| | Boy | Excellent; Little star | |
| | Unisex | Little seal; Seal | |
| | Boy | Right; Correct; True; Good; Virtuous; Loyalty; Devotion | |
| | Boy | Great; Exalted; Superior; Glory; Peaceful; Good; Very; Extreme; Many crystals | |
| | Girl | The Saxon woman; Knife | |
| | Boy | Women; Night; Fresh blossom; Rainbow color; Holy | |
| | Boy | Stone; Prickly pear cactus | |
| | Boy | Leader; Commander | |
| | Unisex | Spiritual; Kind-hearted; Fame; Wolf; Yahweh is gracious | |
| | Girl | Abundance | |
| | Unisex | Dyer; Baptist; From the Sabines | |
| | Girl | Precious | |
| | Girl | Tranquil; Blind | |
| | Boy | To honor God | |
| | Girl | New victory | |
| | Boy | Thunder; King | |
| | Unisex | Light | |
| | Unisex | Shield of the scholar | |
| | Girl | High above | |
| | Boy | Someone who belongs to Thracia; To find or discover by investigation; Descendant of Treasach | |
| | Girl | High above | |
| | Unisex | Favor; Grace; Clearing | |
| | Girl | To praise or shine; Glory | |
| | Girl | Storm; Time; Season; Weather | |
| | Girl | Hill; Elevated place | |
| | Girl | Strength in battle | |
| | Girl | Rose | |
| | Girl | Three rivers; A famous emperor; A person from Triana in Seville | |
| | Unisex | To flow; Ground; Enthusiasm | |
| | Unisex | Unique; Expressive; Free-spirited | |
| | Girl | Voice; Speech; Wish; Desire; Accustomed; God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Good friend; Companion | |
| | Unisex | Sun; Strong sunlight; Ocean | |
| | Unisex | Thunder ruler | |
| | Girl | Bird | |
| | Unisex | Unique; Feminine; Strong | |
| | Unisex | Sweet; Sky; Calm; Quiet; Tranquil; Peaceful; Add; Increase | |
| | Boy | Good luck; Good; Virtuous; Respectable | |
| | Unisex | Fierce and determined | |
| | Unisex | Heavenly; Celestial | |
| | Girl | Life of Zeus; Zeus; Beauty; Adornment | |
| | Unisex | Savior; Victor; Conqueror | |
| | Unisex | Yahweh is good | |
| | Girl | Blooming flower; To shine; Bright; Brilliant | |
| | Boy | Winter; Cold; Chilly; Cooling; A mountain | |
| | Boy | Leader; Chief; General | |
| | Boy | The Pleiades | |
| | Girl | Born on Tuesday | |
| | Unisex | Inflow of sea; Interpret; Decipher | |
| | Unisex | Royal purple; Of tyre | |
| | Boy | Royal; King | |
| | Unisex | The Pleiades | |
| | Unisex | Son of the carpenter | |
| | Unisex | Carrying; Bearing; Moving; Flowing | |
| | Unisex | Gift; Blessing; Rose | |
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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