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 | Repose; Rest | |
| | Unisex | Sea; Ocean; Heaven | |
| |  Girl | Small; Humble | |
| | Boy | God will add | |
| | Girl | Elf counsel; King | |
| | Girl | Design; Colorful; Miracle; Verse; Sword | |
| | Boy | Bad town | |
| | Boy | Great; Oaktree; One who is from Airelle | |
| | Girl | A favor from almighty God | |
| | Boy | Dawn; Morning | |
| | Girl | Who is like God? | |
| | Girl | Favor; Gracious; Dear | |
| | Boy | Increase; Growth | |
| | Boy | Dedicated; Disciplined; Trained | |
| | Girl | Moonlight; Terebinth tree; Earth; Speech; Island | |
| | Girl | Moon; Woman from Cynthus | |
| | Girl | Hope, Flower, Bliss, Number one, craft, Shine, Moon | |
| | Boy | Beloved; Friend; Beloved of Yahweh; Praise of Yahweh | |
| | Girl | From Lassy; Cheerful | |
| | Boy | Mire; Muddy place; Ditch; Second son | |
| | Boy | God's shield | |
| | Unisex | Warrior; Period of time: To be chosen; Fern; Watchful; Enjoyment; Devoted | |
| | Girl | Youthful; Downy-bearded | |
| | Girl | Gracious; Dear | |
| | Boy | Weapon; Land | |
| | Boy | Will helmet; Desired protection | |
| | Girl | Liberty; Freedom | |
| | Boy | Yahweh will exalt | |
| | Boy | To thatch | |
| | Girl | Noble; Fair; Honest; Just | |
| | Unisex | Supplanter; Cauldron; Hollow | |
| | Boy | Who is like God | |
| | Unisex | Heart; Courageous; Gift of God | |
| | Boy | Son of Aodh (Fire) | |
| | Girl | Highly gracious; Merciful; Immaculate; Undefiled; Goddess of fertility, healing, wisdom, and water | |
| | Boy | Famous wolf | |
| | Girl | Moon; The adversary of desire; Gambling; Shiva | |
| | Boy | Bailiff | |
| | Girl | Small; Humble | |
| | Unisex | Dog; Hound | |
| | Girl | Rose | |
| | Boy | Praise | |
| | Unisex | Strong; Healthy | |
| | Girl | Harvester | |
| | Boy | Order; Command | |
| | Girl | Dawn; Aurora; Hornet; Strength | |
| | Girl | To breathe; Life; Sound; Water; Bird | |
| | Boy | Descendant of Cathassach; Vigilant; Cheese; Dwarf; Torrent | |
| | Girl | Derived from Bethlehem; House of bread | |
| | Boy | Produce; To give birth; Brown; Bear | |
| | Girl | Pearl | |
| | Boy | Messenger; Bottom; Small hut; Descendant of Buadan; One who takes shelter | |
| | Girl | Young thunder | |
| | Girl | To listen; One who gathers information covertly | |
| | Boy | Moorish | |
| | Girl | Earth mother; Devoted to goddess Demeter | |
| | Girl | Corner; Forever | |
| | Boy | Elf army; All guard | |
| | Girl | Hard working; Industrious | |
| | Boy | Prince or ruler; Commander | |
| | Girl | Sweet; Candy | |
| | Girl | Dweller by the canal; Bottle-maker | |
| | Boy | God is salvation | |
| | Girl | Bright; Clear; Level surface | |
| | Boy | Great; Powerful; Leader | |
| | Girl | To tie; Join; Snare | |
| | Boy | Slender; Son of Alan; Beautiful; Little rock; Son of Colin; Young one | |
| | Girl | God is gracious | |
| | Boy | Handsome; Little rock | |
| | Girl | God is my oath | |
| | Boy | Dove | |
| | Girl | Rhythm; Flow; To fall | |
| | Boy | Victory of the people; Conqueror of the people; People's champion | |
| | Unisex | Name of an angel; My help is God | |
| | Boy | Wise; Counsel; Decision; Beam of light | |
| | Girl | Beautiful rose; Gentle horse; Famous and mild | |
| | Boy | The sun | |
| | Girl | Noble grace; Holy; Torch; Sun | |
| | Boy | God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Gentle; Goddess of fertility; Eternal; Strength; Long lived; One who builds | |
| | Boy | Father is peace | |
| | Girl | The capital of Austria; Forest stream | |
| | Boy | The one from Denmark; Valley dweller | |
| | Girl | Army; Splendor; Favor; Grace; Goddess Durga; Soldier; Army; Face; Elegance; Edge; Point | |
| | Boy | Solid; Enduring; Firm | |
| | Boy | Well-born; Noble; Born to nobility | |
| | Girl | Peace; Concord | |
| | Boy | Second son; Strong; Healthy | |
| | Unisex | Love; Beloved | |
| | Girl | Beautiful; Soft; Flexible; Linden tree; to wait | |
| | Boy | Warrior; Wood; Born on a farm; Bright-headed | |
| | Boy | Holder of the heel; Supplanter; May God protect | |
| | Boy | From a coal town | |
| | Girl | Wetland; Ionian; Plowed field | |
| | Boy | Elf ruler; Elf king | |
| | Boy | My God is God | |
| | Girl | Little queen | |
| | Unisex | Divine light | |
| | Girl | Fair; Blessed; White | |
| | Unisex | To breathe; To live; Heaven | |
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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