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
Browse Top Baby Names by Year
| Name | Gender | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Girl | White phantom; Fair lady; Supernatural; God is merciful; God is Gracious | |
| | Boy | Inhospitable place; Hugh's meadow, clearing, woodland | |
| | Girl | A lady of the woods or forest | |
| | Boy | Victory of the people | |
| | Girl | Worthy of admiration; Wonderful; Admirable | |
| | Boy | Beauty; Grace | |
| | Girl | Grace; Favor; Eagle | |
| | Boy | Priest | |
| | Girl | Precious blue stone; Love; A place near Makkah; Goddess of sun, moon, and stars; Fierce protector | |
| | Boy | Sun | |
| | Girl | Myrr; | |
| | Boy | Mill, Mill keeper | |
| | Girl | Torch; Shining light; Fair; Delicate; Noble; Bright | |
| | Boy | One who rules the world | |
| | Girl | Noble; Sublime; Exalted; Heavenly; High; Divine | |
| | Boy | French guy; Free; Truthful; Generous | |
| | Boy | Church official; Esteemed; Free; Cane; One who observes sounds | |
| | Boy | Light; Illumination | |
| | Girl | Pure; Clear; Innocent | |
| | Boy | Son of Watt; Power of the army | |
| | Girl | Serenity of the skies; Calm skies; The heavens; Royal | |
| | Boy | Wood; From the battleground | |
| | Girl | Olive tree; God is with us; White shoulders; Fair; Noble | |
| | Boy | From the western town | |
| | Girl | Gem; Precious stone; Dove | |
| | Boy | Heart; Gift of God | |
| | Girl | Wished for child; Sea of bitterness; Star of the sea | |
| | Girl | Messenger of God; Angelic | |
| | Boy | Acca's stone; Town of ash trees | |
| | Girl | Name of a prophetess; To excel; To shine | |
| |  Unisex | Botwulf's stone | |
| | Boy | Carried by God; Love; Affection; Friend | |
| | Girl | Beautiful voice | |
| | Boy | Lion-like person | |
| | Unisex | From Hadria; Woman from Hadria; Dark | |
| | Girl | God is gracious | |
| | Unisex | Candle seller; Candle maker | |
| | Boy | Counsel; Advice; Wolf | |
| | Girl | Blessed; Fortunate; Happy; Grey battle | |
| | Boy | Gael, Gaelic speaker | |
| | Girl | Fairy; Loyalty; Beech tree; Belief | |
| | Unisex | From the oak meadow; Meadow of oak trees | |
| | Boy | Defender of mankind | |
| | Boy | Religious attendant; Priest's helper; Noble | |
| | Girl | Divine; Goddess-like | |
| | Boy | Ruler of the people | |
| | Girl | Princess; Highborn girl; Treetop; Leader | |
| | Boy | Born of the sea; Sea chief | |
| | Girl | Pearl; Child of light | |
| | Girl | From the marsh; Son of marsh-dwellers | |
| | Boy | Sacred to Jupiter; Youthful; Downy-bearded | |
| | Girl | A place in Italy; Orange-red | |
| | Boy | Clay worker; Made of clay; Clay settlement | |
| | Girl | Queen; Clean; Pure; Wise | |
| | Boy | Son of Eda; Son of Adam | |
| | Girl | Flowing stream; Ground | |
| | Girl | Youthful; Jove's child; Downy-bearded; Devoted to Jove | |
| | Boy | To increase; Venerable; Great | |
| | Girl | To run; To go fast | |
| | Unisex | Free man; Army | |
| | Boy | Supplanter; One who follows; Holder of the heel | |
| | Boy | Jove's child; Youthful; Downy-bearded; Devoted to Jove | |
| | Boy | God strengthens; To strengthen | |
| | Boy | Famous friend; Sea friend; Bone marrow; Eminent; Noble; Wish; Desire; Young goat or kid | |
| | Girl | Defender or helper of the people | |
| | Boy | High meadow; Hen; Wild bird | |
| | Boy | Beautiful friend | |
| | Boy | From the long hill | |
| | Boy | Ship's victory; Fierce island | |
| | Boy | Thor's stone | |
| | Unisex | Garden of holly; From the gray fortress | |
| | Unisex | Freedom; Independence; Liberation; Free will | |
| | Girl | Wild boar; Goat; Whimsical; An island in Italy | |
| | Boy | Supplanter; Holder of the heel | |
| | Boy | Weir; Group of people | |
| | Girl | Ancient; Archaic | |
| | Boy | Benevolent; Noble lord or lady | |
| | Girl | Blooming flower | |
| | Boy | The owner and caretaker of horses | |
| | Boy | God is gracious | |
| | Unisex | Open grassy plain | |
| | Girl | A ruler who is brave, powerful, and vigorous | |
| | Boy | Hugh's town | |
| | Girl | Anointed; Follower of Jesus Christ | |
| | Boy | Leek town | |
| | Girl | Scholar; Sky; Cloud | |
| | Girl | Hill; Person from Massy; Gift of God | |
| | Boy | Vigilant; Watchful | |
| | Girl | Wished for a child; Bitter | |
| | Girl | Honey; Bee | |
| | Unisex | Fifth; Fifth born | |
| | Boy | Enclosure; Settlement | |
| | Girl | Chalk landing place | |
| | Boy | Peaceful melody; A calm noise | |
| | Boy | Fearless | |
| | Boy | Possessing goodness | |
| | Girl | Laurel tree; Bay tree | |
| | Boy | Hare's land; Flax | |
| | Girl | High; Power; Hill | |
| | Boy | Righteous; Just; Fair | |
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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