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 | Belonging to Apollo: Small and humble; Steel | |
| | Girl | Dear; Beloved | |
| | Girl | To cut | |
| |  Unisex | Lake; Hawthorn flower; Month of May | |
| | Girl | First; Very first; First rose | |
| | Unisex | Luck; Steward | |
| | Girl | Delightful; Happy; Pleasing; Charming | |
| | Unisex | Black; Dark; A type of biomolecule | |
| | Boy | Tun settlement | |
| | Girl | Dew on flowers in the morning | |
| | Unisex | Born of fire | |
| | Unisex | Male; Graceful; Favored; Sea star | |
| | Girl | Miracle of God | |
| | Unisex | Excellence; Distinguished | |
| | Girl | Ewe | |
| | Girl | Spiritual; Sacred | |
| | Unisex | Dominant, strong, family-oriented | |
| | Girl | Morning; Beautiful; Graceful | |
| | Girl | Belonging to Thracius | |
| | Unisex | Ash tree clearing | |
| | Unisex | Third born | |
| | Girl | Bright star; Fiery ones | |
| | Girl | Boon; Rose | |
| | Unisex | Twinflower; A moving person | |
| | Boy | Blessed; Holy | |
| | Unisex | Vision; Eyes; Leader | |
| | Girl | Early morning; Dawn; Intelligence; Beauty; Lake; Seer; Visionary | |
| | Unisex | Goddess of water; Beautiful river | |
| | Unisex | Living; Alive | |
| | Girl | Peace; Tranquility | |
| | Girl | Willow farm; From the estate of the slope | |
| | Boy | Wisdom; Discrimination; Distinction | |
| | Unisex | My pleasantness; Tranquil; Happy | |
| | Boy | First; Foremost; Beginning; Superior; Half; Belonging to Aditi | |
| | Unisex | Father's jewel | |
| | Girl | Succor; Aid; Help | |
| | Boy | God's servant | |
| | Unisex | To conquer; Elf friend | |
| | Girl | Wisdom | |
| | Boy | Cautious army | |
| | Girl | Religious; Sunlight; Eastern wind; Sun | |
| | Unisex | Full of life; Lively; Freedom | |
| | Boy | Will helmet | |
| | Unisex | Little | |
| | Unisex | Noble; Excellent; Goodly; Foreigner; Welshman | |
| | Girl | A woman who is crowned | |
| | Unisex | Vandal, a Germanic tribe; Wanderer | |
| | Girl | Little ruler; Kingly | |
| | Girl | Level; Even; A bright star | |
| | Boy | German Gods | |
| | Unisex | Suitable; Harmony; Ceremony; Lustre; To laugh | |
| | Boy | Yahweh is gracious | |
| | Boy | Most commendable; Most praiseworthy | |
| | Girl | Love; Fondness; The moon; A princess; A noblewoman; Rise; ascent; Charm; Spell | |
| | Boy | Eagle; Mountain of strength; Forest | |
| | Boy | Light; Enlighten; Afternoon; Florist; Dawn | |
| | Girl | Mirage; Illusion | |
| | Boy | God remembers | |
| | Unisex | Yahweh has given | |
| | Boy | Army guard; Protecting army; Defending warrior; Wise; Intelligent | |
| | Girl | Fiery ones | |
| | Unisex | Dove | |
| | Boy | Brave; Courageous; Clever; Subtle; Great Muslim warrior; Attractive | |
| | Girl | Ruler; Disciple or devotee of Jesus Christ | |
| | Boy | Defender of men | |
| | Girl | Weapon | |
| | Unisex | God is my righteousness | |
| | Unisex | A journey; An expedition | |
| | Unisex | Peaceful; Merciful; Shadow; Shelter | |
| | Unisex | Brilliance; Radiance; Splendor | |
| | Boy | Old; Ruler; King | |
| | Boy | Helper; Defender | |
| | Unisex | One who finds gold | |
| | Boy | Ruler of all; Noble ruler | |
| | Boy | Defending; Protecting | |
| | Boy | Old | |
| | Unisex | God is gracious | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath | |
| | Boy | Noble friend; Elf friend | |
| | Unisex | Sallow-tree; Ardent feeling; Fervor; Enthusiasm | |
| | Unisex | Blind; One from the island of Sicily | |
| | Boy | Immortal being; Blessed with eternal life; Grace and gracious; Sky and to smile; Heaven and virtuous; Bitter | |
| | Unisex | Cloud; Boomerang | |
| | Boy | Strength; Wisdom; Lord Ganesha | |
| | Boy | Admire; Commander; Prince | |
| | Unisex | Sun strength; Woods | |
| | Boy | Successor | |
| | Girl | My lord is Yahweh | |
| | Unisex | Radiant; Princess | |
| | Girl | Peace; Wishes | |
| | Boy | From the region of Arcadia | |
| | Boy | From Hadria | |
| | Boy | Forest daughter | |
| | Girl | First ray of sun; Dawn | |
| | Unisex | Accomplishment of an aim or purpose | |
| | Boy | Brilliant; Intelligent; Clever | |
| | Girl | Elf ruler or king; Powerful elf; Might; Mother of many; High; Exalted; Noble | |
| | Boy | Of Arcadia; Mountain of strength | |
| | Unisex | Pure; Clean | |
| | Girl | Noble one; Kind; God is my refuge; Yahweh is my refuge | |
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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