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 | Knowledge; Learning | |
| |  Boy | He who makes progress; Increasing; Adding | |
| | Unisex | Related to the sun; Derived from the sun | |
| | Unisex | Salty; Rocks | |
| | Girl | A chaste woman | |
| | Unisex | Prosperous journey; A vehicle of success | |
| | Girl | Sunray; Shining light | |
| | Unisex | One who resembles a sturgeon; Northern European fish | |
| | Girl | She who possesses great beauty | |
| | Boy | Bright; Shining; Radiant; Manifest; Clear; Outward; Evident | |
| | Girl | Yahweh is gracious | |
| | Girl | Universal; Whole; Great | |
| | Boy | Gift of Jehovah; Yahweh has bestowed | |
| | Boy | Yahweh has hidden | |
| | Boy | Flower | |
| | Girl | God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Valuable; Precious | |
| | Unisex | To grow tall; To cut; To carve; Talons; Anklebone | |
| | Boy | Righteous; Honest; Fair; High in moral and virtue; Sanctimonious | |
| | Girl | Warrior; Courage; To win; Store; Shop | |
| | Girl | Woman of a clan | |
| | Unisex | Strong; Dashing young man | |
| | Girl | Home ruler; Farmer; Earth worker; Black stone | |
| | Boy | Hay clearing; Rock; Sea | |
| | Boy | Alive; Living; Joyful; Fire; Sun; Diamond; Consumer of sacrifices | |
| | Girl | Son of John; Yahweh is gracious | |
| | Unisex | Beloved | |
| | Girl | God is gracious; From Jupiter | |
| | Boy | His servant | |
| | Boy | To pull | |
| | Girl | Rejoice; Enjoy | |
| | Boy | King's servant | |
| | Boy | Blue larkspur flower; Precious stone | |
| | Girl | Rhythm; Flow | |
| | Girl | Light; Torch; My God is Yahweh | |
| | Boy | Well-known; Respected leader | |
| | Unisex | Third; Strength; Summer; Harvest | |
| | Girl | Pure; Each of the two; Silky ocean | |
| | Boy | Brazilian version of Abraham, meaning father of multitudes | |
| | Girl | God is gracious | |
| | Boy | Part of life | |
| | Girl | The beautiful voice | |
| | Girl | God is gracious; Well-born | |
| | Boy | A land covered with trees; Wooded area; Row of houses by a wood | |
| | Girl | Dear; Little one; Pure | |
| | Girl | Modest; Pure; Beloved; Friend | |
| | Girl | Watchful; Kindling | |
| | Unisex | Little; Small | |
| | Girl | Free woman; Army; Freeholder; Song of joy; Strong; Beautiful | |
| | Boy | The greatest | |
| | Girl | Honor; Power; Strength | |
| | Girl | Pure; Each of the two | |
| | Boy | Valuable; Inestimable | |
| | Unisex | God is gracious; Goddess of forest | |
| | Boy | World; Universe; Little Rock; Handsome | |
| | Unisex | Universal; World | |
| | Boy | To be rich; To become easy | |
| | Unisex | White or Ivory | |
| | Girl | A citadel | |
| | Unisex | Violet | |
| | Unisex | Resolute protector; Will helmet | |
| | Girl | The small one with dark hair; Clear; Bright; Famous | |
| | Boy | Defender of men | |
| | Boy | Yahweh is father | |
| | Unisex | White; Blessed | |
| | Boy | Beginning | |
| | Boy | Noble; Powerful ruler; Ruler of all | |
| | Boy | A born prince who gives orders and is prosperous | |
| | Girl | Crippled; Lame | |
| | Boy | Abundance; Growth; Generous; Greater | |
| | Boy | The hidden one; Invisible; God of air; Workman; Nourisher; Motherland | |
| | Boy | Infinite; One with no end; Immortal; Eternal | |
| | Girl | Christian; Follower of the Christ; Anointed | |
| | Boy | Form of Antonius | |
| | Girl | Cheerfull and Happy Woman | |
| | Boy | Sacred hill near Mecca | |
| | Unisex | God is gracious | |
| | Unisex | God is gracious | |
| | Girl | The name of the Spartan queen | |
| | Boy | An old and wise man; Venerated; Brilliant | |
| | Boy | High mountain; Exalted; Warrior lion; Wet meadow | |
| | Unisex | Young; Humiliator of the enemy; Lord | |
| | Boy | Rightly guided; More mature; More sensible | |
| | Girl | Precious stone; Game; Ornaments; Generous lord | |
| | Unisex | Heart; Life; Valley | |
| | Girl | Combination of Ley and Anne | |
| | Boy | Exalted; Lofty; Inspired; High mountain; Light bringer | |
| | Boy | Sacred fig tree; Pipal tree; Banyan tree; Tree of knowledge | |
| | Boy | Father of nations; Exalted father | |
| | Girl | Free woman; Army | |
| | Girl | From Laurentum; Laurel | |
| | Girl | Young palm tree; Flax | |
| | Boy | Gift; One of the twins; Ancestor; Predecessor; You | |
| | Unisex | Brave; Strong | |
| | Girl | Fair; Honest; Virtuous | |
| | Unisex | Gift of God | |
| | Girl | One who is beautiful like a pearl | |
| | Boy | Noble | |
| | Unisex | Princess; Popular; Beautiful woman; Lofty | |
| | Girl | Apricot; Beautiful dawn; Clearing; Vine | |
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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