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 | Peace; Joy | |
| | Boy | Joy of the Lord; God's joy; Song of God; Ruler's counselor | |
| | Boy | Spring; Fountain; Power; Whole; Fine cloth; Army | |
| | Girl | Jewish woman; Praised; A mountain mentioned in the Quran | |
| | Boy | Red-haired | |
| | Boy | Compassionate; Kind; Affectionate; Benign; Sympathetic; Merciful | |
| | Girl | Downy-bearded; Devoted to Jove; Youthful; Juvenile | |
| | Boy | Saint; Truth | |
| | Boy | Wolf counsel | |
| | Girl | Young; Youthful; Jove's child; Devoted to Jove | |
| | Girl | Poetry in motion; Poem; Intelligence | |
| | Boy | One who is from the ridge | |
| | Girl | Pure; Life | |
| | Boy | A person who is a ruler | |
| |  Unisex | Freshness; Fertility; Prosperity | |
| | Boy | Mediator; Ambassador; Sapphire | |
| | Unisex | Rock | |
| | Unisex | Rock cliff; Fifth | |
| | Boy | God sees; God has seen | |
| | Girl | A female chicken; Field; Meadow; Hen farm | |
| | Girl | Each of the two; Pure; Meadow; Forest clearing; Slender; The blessed one | |
| | Boy | Virtuous; Honest; True | |
| | Boy | Pure; Virtuous; Truthful | |
| | Unisex | Magic; Divination | |
| | Unisex | Watered; Luxuriant; Heaven's gate | |
| | Girl | The readycomer | |
| | Boy | Victory; Guard, guardian | |
| | Unisex | Imagination; Vision | |
| | Unisex | Royal; Encampment; Rural property; Farmhouse cabin | |
| | Unisex | History | |
| | Boy | Servant; To preserve; To keep safe | |
| | Unisex | Red; Reeds; Roe headland; Brushwood | |
| | Boy | Son of a king, Prince | |
| | Unisex | Someone who lived in a forest clearing | |
| | Girl | Royal fortress meadow; Cyndeburg's field; War chief | |
| | Boy | A Hindu month, August | |
| | Boy | Truthful; Honest | |
| | Boy | Victory and peace; Victorious peace | |
| | Unisex | Reed clearing | |
| | Girl | The name means Near a Hollow | |
| | Boy | Of the woods; Of the forest | |
| | Unisex | Son of Rick | |
| | Girl | A follower of Christ | |
| | Girl | A work of art; Creation | |
| | Boy | Son; Wisdom | |
| | Girl | Healer | |
| | Girl | Narrows; Channel; Strait; War; Strife | |
| | Boy | A stony meadow; Become glorious; Constant; Steadfast | |
| | Boy | Having the same intentions; Lord Krishna | |
| | Girl | Night; Loyal; Faithful; Weary | |
| | Girl | I am the Lord's | |
| | Boy | Pleasant; Beautiful; Charming; Likeable | |
| | Boy | Three; Character; Three o'clock; Praise | |
| | Girl | Night beauty | |
| | Girl | Rhythm; Musical; Flow | |
| | Unisex | Rush estate; Rush farmstead | |
| | Girl | To be strong; An allusion to the Virgin Mary; Gravel pit | |
| | Girl | One who has the abilities of a leader | |
| | Boy | Virtuous; Pure; Chaste; Cleansed; Free from sin | |
| | Girl | God is my oath | |
| | Boy | Lion; Self-respecting; Self-reliant; Strong | |
| | Boy | A fir tree; Leather tanner | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath | |
| | Unisex | Old man' Grandfather | |
| | Girl | Envious; Blue | |
| | Unisex | The heavens; Royal one | |
| | Unisex | High; Exalted; Sublime | |
| | Boy | One who has no luck | |
| | Boy | Good; Beloved; Uncle; Eighth; Twin | |
| | Unisex | God has heard; Name of God | |
| | Boy | A trumpet; Stockade; Horn; Sudden thurst | |
| | Unisex | Military family; Knight; Warrior | |
| | Girl | Lake; She | |
| | Boy | One who has accomplished a goal | |
| | Girl | Lake; Pool | |
| | Boy | God has given | |
| | Unisex | Loved | |
| | Boy | He who is given by God; Gift of God | |
| | Boy | Yahweh is good | |
| | Unisex | From Sebaste; Venerable | |
| | Boy | Sunshine | |
| | Unisex | God is gracious | |
| | Unisex | Armoured head; Misshapen head | |
| | Unisex | God; One of the names of Jesus | |
| | Girl | From Magdala; Tower | |
| | Unisex | Assumption | |
| | Unisex | Sun | |
| | Girl | A sea of bitterness and sorrow; Rebelliousness; Respected | |
| | Boy | Courageous; Strong; Worthy | |
| | Unisex | Place; Dwelling; Person from Stoke | |
| | Girl | Pearl | |
| | Girl | Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Meadow; Clearing | |
| | Girl | The god of war; Mars; Dedicated to Mars; Warlike; Male | |
| | Girl | Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love; Lake | |
| | Girl | Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love; Famous type | |
| | Girl | Strong in a battle; A war maiden | |
| | Girl | A bright ray of light | |
| | Girl | To walk a long distance; A long journey | |
| | Boy | Sad; Tumult; Noise | |
| | Boy | He is a symbol of Honor and Victory | |
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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