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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Boy | He is a slender one | |
| |  Unisex | Energetic; Adventurous; Unconventional | |
| | Girl | Drop of the sea; Star of the sea | |
| | Unisex | Foot; Fragment; Shrad; Name of a river | |
| | Girl | Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love; Favor; Grace | |
| | Girl | Invented name | |
| | Girl | Pleiades star cluster | |
| | Girl | Skin of a tree or fruit; Mountain summit; Princess tree | |
| | Girl | A short form of Maria or Mary | |
| | Unisex | To flow down | |
| | Unisex | Round hill | |
| | Boy | Wholehearted; Dog | |
| | Unisex | God is my light; Lord is my light | |
| | Boy | Royal power; Bold power; Chief hero; Son of Henry | |
| | Girl | The marine; Deep ocean | |
| | Unisex | Youthful; Young | |
| | Girl | Who is like God? | |
| | Girl | Sun rays; The other Aenor | |
| | Boy | Waterbird | |
| | Unisex | Grower; Farmer; Ploughing; Attractive | |
| | Unisex | Leader; Popular; Peacemaker | |
| | Girl | Love | |
| | Unisex | Loving; Graceful; Charming | |
| | Girl | Rock headland on the Rhine River | |
| | Girl | A beautiful cherry blossom | |
| | Boy | Dark-haired; Dark-complexioned; Black; Dark; Descendant of Ciarán; Ray of light | |
| | Girl | The holy virgin who wished for a child; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved | |
| | Unisex | Selfless generosity | |
| | Boy | Church land; Small wood grove | |
| | Unisex | Quick effort; Comfortable path; Pure; Pleasant dreams | |
| | Unisex | Inspiring leader or warrior | |
| | Unisex | Precious stones | |
| | Boy | Egyptian goddess of order and balance; Truth; Virtue; Justice | |
| | Girl | Soul; Spirit | |
| | Boy | Born on a Monday | |
| | Girl | Little girl; Mighty; Strong | |
| | Unisex | Soft; Flexible; Tender; Beautiful | |
| | Unisex | Of Cassian; Cinnamon; Hollow; Vain | |
| | Girl | Mason; Stone worker; Maker | |
| | Girl | Victory of the people | |
| | Unisex | Donation; Mother; Sea of bitterness; Wished for child | |
| | Girl | Gold vessel; Gold coin; Necklace | |
| | Boy | Life; Lion | |
| | Girl | Devotion; Dedication; Faithfulness; Steadfastness | |
| | Boy | Lake colony | |
| | Girl | The Kent river valley | |
| | Unisex | Princess; Chief | |
| | Unisex | Dove | |
| | Unisex | Chief; Princess | |
| | Boy | Humble; Modest; Trust; Believe | |
| | Girl | Prettiest woman from paradise | |
| | Boy | Lake; Hollow; Valley; Hole | |
| | Unisex | Exotic; Mysterious; Strong | |
| | Boy | From the city of Lucania; To close | |
| | Boy | One that follows orders | |
| | Unisex | God's gracious gift | |
| | Unisex | A glass bead | |
| | Unisex | Respectful language | |
| | Girl | Light; Radiance; Divine light | |
| | Boy | A werewolf; Wolf | |
| | Girl | Vigorous; Brave; Plumeria | |
| | Unisex | Custom of heart | |
| | Girl | Radiating nimble or brightness | |
| | Boy | Small hillside valley | |
| | Unisex | Cenel's island; Fierce Island | |
| | Girl | Antelope | |
| | Boy | Moon | |
| | Unisex | The loved one; Clever; Skillful | |
| | Girl | A cultivated area in a desert | |
| | Boy | Son of Arthur | |
| | Boy | Hammer | |
| | Unisex | Intelligent | |
| | Girl | Today; Demon; Born on a holy ground; Shelter | |
| | Boy | Ten thousand; Hemp; Wisdom; Pure; City; Man battle | |
| | Girl | Beloved; Cherished | |
| | Girl | Pear tree; Son of Herry; Home ruler | |
| | Boy | Dugout canoe | |
| | Girl | Another name of Goddess Lakshmi; Of great stature | |
| | Girl | Agreeable; Amiable | |
| | Unisex | Honey | |
| | Unisex | A part of Lord Shiva | |
| | Unisex | Japanese professional shogi title; Expensive centre; Horn of the Jupiter | |
| | Boy | Understanding; Reflecting; Meditate; Thinking | |
| | Girl | Queen; Rain | |
| | Boy | A servant of Mars, Roman God of war | |
| | Boy | Joy; Delight; Happiness; Contentment; Sweet | |
| | Girl | To gaze or look at | |
| | Girl | God heals; God has healed | |
| | Girl | Watered; Plentiful; Heaven's flower; Luxuriant | |
| | Boy | The god of war; Mars; Dedicated to Mars; Warlike; Male | |
| | Boy | Bright; Shining one | |
| | Unisex | Rival | |
| | Girl | Pleased; Content | |
| | Boy | Fortunate; Lucky; Prosperous | |
| | Boy | Gift of God | |
| | Girl | A courageous, valiant woman; Waterfall; Lake | |
| | Boy | Son of Matthew | |
| | Unisex | Fresh; Radiance; New | |
| | Boy | Moorish | |
| | Boy | Leader; Lion-like | |
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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