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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Boy | One who is a coppersmith by profession | |
| | Girl | Graceful Meadow; Graced with God's Bounty; Favor | |
| | Girl | Before God; God of old | |
| | Girl | Grace; Favor; Wisdom | |
| | Girl | She who walks the sea; Lady of the sea | |
| | Boy | Goodness; Charitable; Member of the warrior class | |
| |  Unisex | God is my refuge | |
| | Boy | To smile | |
| | Unisex | Upon her; Sublime | |
| | Girl | Bird; Hazelnut; Little Eve; Life | |
| | Boy | Tiger; Charity priest | |
| | Boy | Top pass; Head of the battle; From the lands of Kincaid in Stirlingshire | |
| | Unisex | Respected; Noble; Exalted | |
| | Boy | Cyppel's people; From Kiplin in Bolton, North Yorkshire | |
| | Girl | Bird | |
| | Unisex | Bald | |
| | Unisex | Seahorse | |
| | Girl | Living; Alive; Prosperous; Love; Affection | |
| | Girl | Orange-yellow gemstone | |
| | Girl | Celebrated; Acquired | |
| | Boy | Constant; Steadfast | |
| | Girl | Moon-like; Beautiful; Radiant; Living; Alive | |
| | Unisex | Rain; Vegetables; Honest; Faithful; Loyal | |
| | Girl | Woodland clearing; Church | |
| | Boy | Young; Forward-looking; Humiliator of the enemy | |
| | Boy | Handsome; Respect | |
| | Girl | God's promise; Beautiful; Crooked | |
| | Girl | Unique; Strong; Feminine | |
| | Boy | Lord; Owner of estate or homestead | |
| | Unisex | A variant of the name Casting | |
| | Unisex | Home ruler; Brave king | |
| | Unisex | A favorite place around one's neck; Garden island | |
| | Girl | Consecrated to God | |
| | Boy | An African American name | |
| | Girl | God's grace | |
| | Unisex | Unbeatable; Limitless | |
| | Boy | Beautiful; Bold; Brave; King; Ancient | |
| | Boy | Wife; Hidden; Forgotten; Happy; Joyful | |
| | Boy | Beloved; Darling | |
| | Girl | Invokable; Yielding to prayer; Beautiful altar | |
| | Girl | Ascending; Rising | |
| | Boy | One who is joined or attached | |
| | Girl | Strong | |
| | Boy | Fallow land; Woodland | |
| | Boy | Strong, noble, leader | |
| | Girl | Heaven | |
| | Unisex | Swordsman; Beautiful child | |
| | Girl | Most beautiful | |
| | Boy | Laurel grove | |
| | Girl | A free person | |
| | Boy | Linden tree valley; Tender; Beautiful | |
| | Girl | Man; Army; Free man; Freeholder | |
| | Unisex | Laurel; Dawn | |
| | Girl | Vigilant; Watchful | |
| | Boy | Person who possesses or owns; A master | |
| | Boy | Army man | |
| | Unisex | Shield | |
| | Boy | A scholar; Human being; A young man; A male student | |
| | Girl | From Caieta | |
| | Girl | Path; Way; Silent | |
| | Boy | Spear | |
| | Unisex | My father is Yahweh | |
| | Girl | Grace; Beloved; Kind | |
| | Boy | Son of the learned king; Learned ruler | |
| | Unisex | Hazel; Bee | |
| | Girl | Army; Man | |
| | Boy | A fortunate one; Good | |
| | Unisex | Modern invented name | |
| | Boy | Poppy flower | |
| | Girl | An unmarried, young woman; A maiden | |
| | Boy | Strong; Firm; Honored | |
| | Boy | Triumphant; Victorious | |
| | Boy | A warrant officer of a judge | |
| | Girl | Prophetess; Sibyl | |
| | Girl | Valley | |
| | Girl | Day's eye | |
| | Boy | He who lives on the boundary of the valley | |
| | Boy | The greatest one | |
| | Unisex | Flower bud; Island; Bright light; Steadfast; He will add | |
| | Boy | House of figs; House of affliction | |
| | Girl | Someone from Arcy; Dark | |
| | Unisex | Young girl | |
| | Unisex | Swamp | |
| | Unisex | Hairy | |
| | Girl | Already seen | |
| | Girl | From the alder grove; From a humid place | |
| | Boy | Who is like Yaweh? | |
| | Girl | Snowshoe; Black and beautiful | |
| | Boy | Who is like God; Enormous | |
| | Girl | Woodland; Clearing; Briar meadow | |
| | Girl | Sound; Melody; Echo | |
| | Boy | Wild ox; To be slow; Protector; Flat area of sand | |
| | Boy | Beautiful | |
| | Unisex | A light and gentle wind | |
| | Boy | The ascent; The inclined path to God; Place of ascent | |
| | Girl | A divine person; Goddess; Beloved; Daytime | |
| | Boy | Peace; World; Peaceful glory; The peaceful one | |
| | Unisex | God is my strong man | |
| | Boy | Peace; World; Glory | |
| | Girl | Generous; Kind; Thunder | |
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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