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 | Hackberry; Nettle tree; Servant of son of Matthew | |
| |  Boy | Thunder; Honest; Bounteous; Wheel; Advice | |
| | Girl | Noble; Honorable | |
| | Unisex | Son of the servant of Eòin | |
| | Boy | Exalter; Glorifier; Raiser | |
| | Girl | Highly; Lofty; Sublime; Exalted | |
| | Unisex | Great; Man with best of qualities | |
| | Boy | Friend; Gentle; Companion; Good-mannered | |
| | Unisex | Moonlight; Arena; Messenger; Dawning; Path; Visitor | |
| | Girl | Protected; Guarded; The one who will lead the scholars into Paradise | |
| | Boy | A variant of Rashad, meaning counselor | |
| | Girl | Flock of God | |
| | Unisex | Mountain; Ruler; King | |
| | Boy | Advice; Counselor; Wise protector | |
| | Girl | Cultured; Delicate | |
| | Unisex | From a place in the West Midlands | |
| | Girl | Beautiful | |
| | Boy | Brave king; Firm ruler; Mighty ruler | |
| | Unisex | Brother | |
| | Girl | Married | |
| | Boy | Ruler's counsel | |
| | Boy | A person who is an embodiment of charm and grace; Handsome | |
| | Girl | Woodland; Clearing; Solitary | |
| | Boy | Grace; Prosperity; Song; Joy; Red | |
| | Unisex | Soft; Delicate | |
| | Unisex | Gift of God | |
| | Girl | Coy; Auctioneer; Pride | |
| | Girl | A victorious and praised woman | |
| | Boy | A little king | |
| | Unisex | Second; Dance | |
| | Girl | Grace; Unconquerable; Victory; Army; Splendor | |
| | Girl | Hidden; Secret; Beautiful; Ridge or peak | |
| | Boy | Victory of the people | |
| | Girl | Favour; Grace; Chaste; Immaculate | |
| | Girl | Beauty; Beautiful voice | |
| | Boy | Charming; Wakeful | |
| | Girl | Graceful; Favor | |
| | Girl | Impulsive | |
| | Boy | To chat at night; Companion in evening talk | |
| | Unisex | God answers; Grace of God | |
| | Girl | Name of a prophetess; To excel; To shine | |
| | Boy | Name of God; God has heard | |
| | Girl | Cassia juice; Name of a constellation; Name of a Queen | |
| | Boy | Priceless | |
| | Girl | Small; Humble; Chief | |
| | Boy | An old man; Place of stones | |
| | Girl | Bright; Clear; Famous; Shining | |
| | Boy | Stern | |
| | Boy | Someone who is well-known and famous | |
| | Unisex | One from the peaceful farm | |
| | Boy | To be from the field, valley | |
| | Unisex | Favour; Grace; Clearing | |
| | Girl | Gift of God; Sorrows | |
| | Unisex | Blackbird | |
| | Girl | Gift of God; Blessed; Brooding | |
| | Girl | Prayer | |
| | Girl | Flower marsh | |
| | Boy | To advise | |
| | Boy | To increase; Exalted; Venerable; Magnificent; Great | |
| | Girl | Alert; Advise; Observe; Notify | |
| | Unisex | Fifth | |
| | Girl | The beautiful one who grows in peace and love with God; Belonging to a noble class | |
| | Boy | Contraction Of St. Denys; One who hears everything; Victory; Hearing; Listening; Summer; Great; Rosy clouds | |
| | Girl | To breathe; To live | |
| | Boy | Iron | |
| | Girl | One who lives on the rye fields | |
| | Unisex | Throne; Woman of the throne | |
| | Boy | Parents; Father; Farmer; Builder | |
| | Unisex | Not poisonous; Protecting; Ocean; Heaven; Gift from God | |
| | Boy | Son of Thor | |
| | Boy | Stone of Thor | |
| | Unisex | From Beckley; Woodland clearing; Brook | |
| | Unisex | Beautiful; Lovely; Generation; Rapids; Mighty | |
| | Boy | All saints | |
| | Boy | Pure; To rejoice; Each of the two; Far off | |
| | Boy | Stone settlement | |
| | Boy | Little king | |
| | Girl | Forbearing; Gentle; Mild-mannered | |
| | Boy | Courage; Adventure; Valor; With force | |
| | Unisex | Red-haired | |
| | Unisex | Wheel; Wheelwright | |
| | Unisex | The site of the bridge | |
| | Girl | Garden | |
| | Unisex | Beloved | |
| | Unisex | To move; Draw; Thief; Greedy; Acquisitive person | |
| | Boy | Trustworthy | |
| | Unisex | Bright; Shining | |
| | Girl | Halo; Aura; To praise; To shine; Hope | |
| | Boy | Heritage; Ruler; King | |
| | Boy | God is more beautiful | |
| | Boy | Breeze | |
| | Boy | God goes with me | |
| | Girl | Violet flower | |
| | Boy | Companion in evening talk; To talk in the evening | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath; My God is abundance | |
| | Girl | Bright; Gift of god; God is my judge | |
| | Girl | God is gracious | |
| | Unisex | Beauty; Assembly; Meeting | |
| | Unisex | Servant | |
| | Girl | Supplanter; May God protect | |
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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