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
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| Name | Gender | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Girl | Evergreen tree; Caution | |
| | Girl | A type of flower | |
| | Boy | Leader; Commander | |
| | Boy | Lion of God; Strength of God | |
| | Girl | The living; Alive | |
| | Boy | Tongan form of Charles; Man | |
| | Girl | Slender; Who is like God | |
| | Girl | Shining; Radiant; Throat | |
| | Boy | To bring or collect together; To subdue; To animate | |
| | Boy | Baby bustard; Wise; Dragon cub | |
| |  Unisex | Small person; North; Honour; Wish; Shining light | |
| | Boy | Left hand; A peaceful person | |
| | Girl | Powerful; Incense; Excellent; Green | |
| | Unisex | North; Small strait | |
| | Girl | Citadel; Joyful; A toponymic Greek name | |
| | Boy | From Ecclesiastic Greek Shmuel; Name of God, God has heard; More of religious connected to God; Heard of God, Asked of God | |
| | Girl | Laurel tree; Symbols of glory and fame | |
| | Boy | A helper; Assistant; Shellfish; Concern oneself with | |
| | Boy | Old man; Granfather; Saint who was a trainer of young monks | |
| | Unisex | Orchid | |
| | Boy | Little old one | |
| | Boy | A moon of happiness; Merry moon | |
| | Girl | Divine; God's gracious gift | |
| | Girl | To raise up; To lift; White | |
| | Boy | Command of Aku, the Babylonian god of the moon | |
| | Boy | Sun; Spark; Fragrance | |
| | Unisex | Peacock | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath | |
| | Boy | Supplanter; Holder of the heel | |
| | Girl | Love; Famous warrior | |
| | Boy | King; Beauty; Loyalty | |
| | Boy | He who is bright as the Sun | |
| | Unisex | Brave; Valiant; Wise | |
| | Boy | One who loves trees and forest | |
| | Girl | Leader; Prosperous | |
| | Boy | Level; Even; Star | |
| | Unisex | Energetic, charismatic, courageous | |
| | Girl | Son of Maud | |
| | Boy | A provider; A dispenser | |
| | Girl | Good mother; Foster mother; Dame | |
| | Girl | A blessed one; Auspicious; Favorable | |
| | Boy | Lord rama | |
| | Girl | Hello or goodbye; Little and dark; Hollyhock; Rare; Harmony | |
| | Boy | An individual who is crowned | |
| | Unisex | Contentment; Satisfaction | |
| | Boy | Scholar; Ropemaker | |
| | Girl | Gift of God; Gift of donation | |
| | Unisex | Red town; Settlement with red soil | |
| | Boy | To hear; To listen | |
| | Boy | Heart; Gift of God | |
| | Girl | Pearl | |
| | Boy | Son of a priest | |
| | Girl | Of the sea; Mars; The god of war; Warlike; Male; Rejoice | |
| | Girl | Cattle; Ox; Ford; River crossing | |
| | Boy | Nice; Beautiful in form or appearance; Admirable; Pleasant | |
| | Boy | God's gift of hope | |
| | Girl | A Sabine | |
| | Girl | Pearl | |
| | Unisex | Little rock; Handsome; Light; World | |
| | Boy | To put the top on something | |
| | Unisex | Patience; Endurance; Resilience | |
| | Boy | Enduring; Permanent; Best | |
| | Unisex | Name of a gemstone; Shining stone | |
| | Unisex | Martyr; Witness; Beloved; Lucky; Happy | |
| | Girl | Hope | |
| | Boy | City dweller; Civilian; Citizen | |
| | Girl | Hope; Moist; Tender; Delicate | |
| | Girl | Mole on the body | |
| | Boy | Sad; Sorrowful; Noise; Tumult | |
| | Girl | Leopard; Panther; Good; Pure | |
| | Boy | A large homestead; Settlement; Big village; Great victory; Superiority | |
| | Boy | Fair town | |
| | Girl | Gift of God; Righteous; He gave; Giver | |
| | Unisex | Bright; Filled with light; Feather; Sunset | |
| | Unisex | Wild; Uncouth | |
| | Girl | Eyes; Winner | |
| | Boy | Principle; Theory; Rule | |
| | Girl | Sunday; Call; Proclaim | |
| | Girl | New rising; Capable of great destruction | |
| | Boy | Leading; Guidance; Modesty; Humility; Civility; Intellect | |
| | Girl | Pleasantness; Beautiful sound; Honest and beautiful | |
| | Girl | Of the sea | |
| | Unisex | Prince; Chieftain; Lord | |
| | Girl | One who achieves victory for people | |
| | Girl | One who has deep roots; Standing firm | |
| | Boy | Handsome; Honest | |
| | Girl | Mary of solitude | |
| | Unisex | Who is like God | |
| | Girl | Wool; Pure; Clean; Thin; Slim | |
| | Unisex | My God is an oath; Beloved; Love; Bright sea; Pleasant wood | |
| | Unisex | Lunar nectar; Dogwood; Cornel tree | |
| | Boy | Crafty; Cunning | |
| | Unisex | Sudden; Sound of the wind; Thick; Big; Great | |
| | Girl | Ocean; From the ocean | |
| | Girl | Golden | |
| | Girl | Faint; Brewer or seller of mead | |
| | Girl | Sweet; Honey | |
| | Girl | Cheerful; Merry | |
| | Girl | Dew; Head; Front | |
| | Unisex | Spring; Further | |
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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