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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Boy | Exhalted people; To live long; To thrive | |
| |  Unisex | High; Lofty; Sublime | |
| | Unisex | Unique; Sophisticated; Mysterious | |
| | Unisex | God-like | |
| | Boy | Life; Alive | |
| | Boy | God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Want of food; Famine; Calamity; Distress | |
| | Unisex | Heavenly garment; Imperial support; Heavenly sound; Beloved grace | |
| | Boy | Lion; Brave; Warrior | |
| | Girl | Cow; Little bean; Little swelling; Bee | |
| | Girl | Knowledge; Bee | |
| | Girl | Most holy | |
| | Girl | My God is Yahweh | |
| | Unisex | Grace; Favor | |
| | Boy | From the hedged-in valley | |
| | Boy | Most Holy; Lion; Best; Excellent | |
| | Unisex | Bright heart or mind | |
| | Girl | Hill; High; Might | |
| | Unisex | Graceful; Charming; Elegant | |
| | Unisex | Eminent; Prominent; To cry out loud | |
| | Girl | Hill; Power; Strength | |
| | Boy | Farmer; Earthworker | |
| | Unisex | Cool or soft fragrance | |
| | Unisex | Fire; Fiery | |
| | Unisex | To ascend | |
| | Girl | Slender; Fair | |
| | Girl | Son of Jack | |
| | Unisex | Between two highlands; Mountain; Hill full of trees; Army hill | |
| | Boy | Persecuted; Hated; Afflicted; Be grateful | |
| | Girl | Flowering shrub; Complete | |
| | Unisex | Born in a time of trouble | |
| | Girl | Bird-like; To breathe; To live | |
| | Unisex | Desire | |
| | Unisex | Land of the Aryans | |
| | Unisex | God is gracious; Downy-bearded | |
| | Girl | Chalk landing place | |
| | Girl | Follower of Lord Jesus; Beautiful | |
| | Boy | God will uplift | |
| | Boy | He shines; To sing | |
| | Girl | One who is blind | |
| | Girl | Gift of life; Vibrant spirit | |
| | Girl | Mountain range; Dark-haired one; Black | |
| | Girl | Bright; Beautiful | |
| | Boy | Jupiter; Father of the sky; God is gracious | |
| | Unisex | Unique; Mystical; Ethereal | |
| | Girl | Bright; Clear; Famous | |
| | Boy | Youthful | |
| | Girl | Merciful; Gentle | |
| | Boy | Treasurer | |
| | Unisex | Victorious warrior; God is my strength | |
| | Unisex | Ruler; Elf counsel | |
| | Girl | Solace; Consolation | |
| | Boy | Priest; King; Ruler | |
| | Girl | Brave counsel; Maiden | |
| | Unisex | Returning; Visitor; Moon; Gold | |
| | Girl | Powerful; One who provides comfort; Satisfaction | |
| | Boy | Wise; Mountain opener | |
| | Unisex | God's Help | |
| | Girl | A Princess | |
| | Boy | Friend of God; Good friend | |
| | Boy | Speaker | |
| | Unisex | Blessed; Son of the south; Son of the right hand | |
| | Girl | From the island of Delos | |
| | Unisex | Descendant of Brádach; Proud or spirited; Broad eye; Island | |
| | Boy | One who bestows power and pleasure; A name of the Hindu calendar month; The constellation of the Pleiades | |
| | Girl | Divine Goddess; Of Zeus; Sky; Shine | |
| | Boy | Descendant of Bradan; Salmon | |
| | Girl | Sweetly-speaking; Well-spoken | |
| | Boy | Crystal; Colourless glass; Ice | |
| | Unisex | Peace; Foreigner; Territory | |
| | Boy | Glorify God | |
| | Girl | Shining light; Shining God; The other Aenor | |
| | Unisex | Beautiful; Graceful; Strong | |
| | Girl | Torch; Corposant | |
| | Girl | God is my oath | |
| | Boy | Island of the ships | |
| | Boy | Oak tree; Oak; Strong-hearted | |
| | Boy | God is gracious | |
| | Boy | Essence; Being; King; Leader; High status | |
| | Unisex | Real; Actual; True; Genuine | |
| | Boy | Wise; Gift; Heart of wisdom; Dove; Maiden | |
| | Unisex | He will add; To be gracious | |
| | Boy | Pine tree; Cooper; Jaw bone; Barrel maker | |
| | Girl | Possessing goodness | |
| | Unisex | He will add; Male; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child | |
| | Girl | Fairy; Magical; Enchanted | |
| | Boy | Thousand | |
| | Unisex | God is gracious; Biblical prophet | |
| | Unisex | Maiden; Meadow | |
| | Unisex | Generosity; Abundance | |
| | Boy | Kort means A Short person | |
| | Girl | Arrow-maker; People's army | |
| | Boy | Black; Dark | |
| | Boy | Round | |
| | Boy | One who is born on a Wednesday | |
| | Girl | A learned woman | |
| | Boy | Wool worker | |
| | Unisex | Mac Cadáin; Warrior; Strength; Gentle; Loyalty; Spirit of war; Son of Cadán | |
| | Unisex | Indeed; Song of triumph | |
| | Unisex | Clever; Intelligent | |
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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