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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Unisex | Goddess Lakshmi | |
| | Unisex | Archway | |
| |  Girl | Evening star; Well born | |
| | Unisex | Planet; Wanderer | |
| | Boy | Supplanter; Holder of the heel; To tame | |
| | Boy | Beautiful; Radiant | |
| | Unisex | Fine; Good; Favorable; Learned; Gifted; Lake | |
| | Unisex | Darling; Dearest; Beloved | |
| | Girl | High above | |
| | Boy | He who is like the fine silk brocade | |
| | Boy | One who is alive; Eternal; Immortal | |
| | Unisex | Astonishment; Pride; Gentle smile | |
| | Girl | Dew from God; Heaven's dew | |
| | Unisex | Sun and moon | |
| | Boy | A Native American Origin Name whose meaning is not known and unclear | |
| | Unisex | Resurrection; Fruitful; Well-built | |
| | Boy | King; Great; Brave; Home; Vigorous ruler | |
| | Boy | Yahweh will exalt | |
| | Girl | Crescent moon | |
| | Girl | A noble person; A flower; Honor; God is my refuge | |
| | Boy | Knee; Angle; From the city of Genoa | |
| | Boy | Of Italy | |
| | Unisex | A strong person; A dependable person | |
| | Unisex | Thought; Land; Dream; Chameleon; Calf; Sweetheart | |
| | Girl | True image; Bringer of victory | |
| | Boy | Descendant | |
| | Girl | Eldest daughter; Man | |
| | Girl | God is gracious; Glorious gift | |
| | Unisex | of Thracia; War-like; Fighter | |
| | Girl | Nobleness; Nobility | |
| | Boy | Victorious; Conqueror | |
| | Girl | Beautiful and unique | |
| | Unisex | Beautiful; Thread | |
| | Unisex | A soft-napped fabric | |
| | Girl | Good; Agate | |
| | Boy | God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Moon's lightning-bearer goddess | |
| | Girl | Dreams | |
| | Unisex | Lively; Cheerful | |
| | Girl | Flower; Shining; Brilliant; Bright | |
| | Unisex | Shining; Blooming flower; Splendor; Gold; Dawn | |
| | Girl | Sunshine; Bright light | |
| | Unisex | Mountain goat; Ibex | |
| | Unisex | Star; Night journey | |
| | Boy | God is gracious; Yahweh is gracious | |
| | Unisex | God is most powerful | |
| | Boy | Praised; Thanksgiving | |
| | Girl | Sacred | |
| | Girl | Golden; Dawn; Star | |
| | Boy | Down-bearded youth | |
| | Girl | Unique; Strong; Feminine | |
| | Unisex | Bright; Thriving; Graceful; Delicate; Because of | |
| | Girl | Mirror; Command; Authority; To give orders; Third-eye chakra | |
| | Boy | Young; Queen of heaven | |
| | Boy | Farmer; Earthworker | |
| | Unisex | Beauty; Grace | |
| | Girl | Noble; Bright | |
| | Girl | Exalted; Noble | |
| | Boy | Heaven; Sky | |
| | Girl | Defender or helper of the people; Most beautiful | |
| | Girl | A daughter; Clear quartz crystal; Niece | |
| | Unisex | Noble; Zeal | |
| | Boy | Enough, sufficent | |
| | Unisex | God is my oath | |
| | Boy | Lord Krishna; Black; Dark; Church official; Large reed | |
| | Girl | Royal; Imperial; Majestic | |
| | Unisex | Resting place; Rest | |
| | Girl | Nobility | |
| | Unisex | Bright; Radiant; Wolf; Sword | |
| | Girl | Uppermost; Most exalted; Highest | |
| | Boy | Strong; Manly; Free woman; Song; Hymn | |
| | Boy | Enforcer of peace; Proclaimer of peace | |
| | Unisex | Citadel located in the center of Jerusalem | |
| | Unisex | Beauty; Grace; Ornament | |
| | Unisex | Unique and modern | |
| | Unisex | Moon | |
| | Unisex | God will judge; Thankful | |
| | Girl | Noble | |
| | Unisex | Orchid; Saddle | |
| | Boy | Possession; Ancient; Distant; Enduring | |
| | Girl | Noble and kind | |
| | Boy | Splendor is given | |
| | Boy | Normal; Regular; Ornament of God | |
| | Unisex | Greece | |
| | Girl | Love; Yahweh has said | |
| | Unisex | I shall be drawn up of Jah | |
| | Boy | Knowledge; Life | |
| | Boy | A place of hawks; River town; River enclosure; Ceg's farm | |
| | Boy | He cuts stones; Clumsy | |
| | Boy | God is gracious; God will add; Supplanter | |
| | Boy | Ancient; White; Little Ken; The clear water | |
| | Boy | He possesses knowledge | |
| | Boy | Alone; Solitary; Hermitage; Woodland; Clearing | |
| | Girl | Estonian form of Anastasia; Resurrection | |
| | Boy | Royal power; Bold power; Chief hero; Son of Henry | |
| | Girl | Masculine; Manly; Courageous; Virility | |
| | Unisex | Delicate; Slender | |
| | Boy | Coastal district; Centaur; Bright one | |
| | Boy | The attractive | |
| | Girl | From Hadria; Mountain; Stone; Cloud | |
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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