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 | |
| |  Girl | Pearl | |
| | Boy | My song, my joy | |
| | Unisex | Overthrow | |
| | Boy | Daring and experienced counsel | |
| | Unisex | Head; Beginning | |
| | Girl | Two halves differ; Principal people | |
| | Boy | Famous baseball player | |
| | Unisex | Heart; Soul | |
| | Girl | Keeper of keys; Pure; Mighty warrior; Slender | |
| | Unisex | Egyptian goddess of the sky and nature, Isis; Throne | |
| | Unisex | Cloud; Famous reign; Famous wolf | |
| | Girl | Slender; Fair; Pure; Who is like God | |
| | Unisex | God is my oath; Devoted to God; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child | |
| | Girl | Yahweh is gracious | |
| | Unisex | A princess; A devoted woman | |
| | Unisex | Mighty warrior or knight; Knight's meadow | |
| | Boy | Bud; Blessing; Prosperity | |
| | Girl | Pure; Each of the two | |
| | Boy | Dragon; Abundant; Prosperous | |
| | Boy | Holder of the heel; Supplanter; Amber; Tall or high | |
| | Boy | From Laurentum; Laurel; Kingdom of Lothar; Famous army | |
| | Boy | Famous warrior; Famous wolf | |
| | Unisex | Beloved; Old; Priest | |
| | Boy | Light; Brightness; Oath | |
| | Unisex | May God protect | |
| | Girl | Beloved; Lovely; Beloved; Darling | |
| | Girl | Most beautiful | |
| | Boy | Bretons form of Luke; Light giving | |
| | Girl | Supplanter; Holder of the heel; Will helmet | |
| | Boy | Particle; Sparrow | |
| | Unisex | Rites; Performance; Practice | |
| | Girl | A flower | |
| | Girl | Virginal; Chaste; Pure; Beloved; Love | |
| | Boy | The son of Alasdair | |
| | Unisex | Arrive; Dream; Illusion; Orchid; Crimson | |
| | Boy | Son of Alistair; Son of the defender of mankind; Defending men | |
| | Girl | Pure; Each of the two; Dear; Beloved; Friend; Darling; Loved one | |
| | Boy | Son of the servant of Eòin | |
| | Girl | The truthful | |
| | Boy | Son of Madoc; Fortunate; Good; Beneficent | |
| | Unisex | Victory; Win | |
| | Boy | Son of Madoc; Fortunate; Good | |
| | Unisex | Mysterious and unique | |
| | Girl | Pure; Simple; Clean; Clear | |
| | Unisex | Strong; Mythical | |
| | Girl | Unsullied; Clean; Pure | |
| | Boy | Life; Existence | |
| | Boy | A praiseworthy and admirable individual | |
| | Girl | Of spring; The alder tree | |
| | Unisex | Heavy | |
| | Boy | One who is brave | |
| | Boy | Wise; Skilled; Talented; Expert | |
| | Boy | Light | |
| | Girl | From the meadow land; Pasture ground; Fallow land | |
| | Unisex | Hostage; Pledge | |
| | Unisex | The physician | |
| | Girl | Orchid; Mountain mist | |
| | Boy | To forget | |
| | Unisex | Yahweh will exalt | |
| | Girl | Slender; White; Blessed | |
| | Boy | Little monk | |
| | Boy | Son of Mangus; Great | |
| | Girl | Cassia; Cinnamon | |
| | Boy | Triumphant; Victorious | |
| | Unisex | Graceful; Unique; Joyful | |
| | Boy | A victorious one | |
| | Boy | Dedicated to Mars; Hammer; Little warrior; Male | |
| | Girl | The valley of the river Kent | |
| | Unisex | To bear or endure; Dyke | |
| | Unisex | Long hill | |
| | Unisex | Wood; Grove; Bosk; Torch | |
| | Boy | Mars; The god of war; Warlike; Male; Myself | |
| | Boy | Son of Martin; The god of war; Mars; Dedicated to Mars; Warlike | |
| | Boy | He who is a stoneworker | |
| | Boy | Son of Loki; Child of Loki | |
| | Unisex | Little pretty one | |
| | Girl | Light; Dark; Oath; Land; Deer; Reed; Musical note | |
| | Girl | Doe; Female deer | |
| | Boy | Gift of God; Dedicated to Mars | |
| | Unisex | Chief; King; Wild boar; Rain; He teaches | |
| | Unisex | Logic; Reason; Black; Plum; Power; Capability; Beautiful | |
| | Unisex | A bolt; Lightning in the sky | |
| | Boy | An independent man | |
| | Boy | From Lucania | |
| | Unisex | Will helmet | |
| | Boy | Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest | |
| | Boy | Greatest | |
| | Girl | A form of Cleopatra, meaning glory to father | |
| | Boy | Perfect; Ideal; Flawless; Great and Wonderful | |
| | Boy | Farmer; Administrator; Greater; Enlightened | |
| | Unisex | Rhythm; Flow; Musical beat | |
| | Boy | God is king; City of the king | |
| | Unisex | Wolf | |
| | Boy | Mighty; Powerful; Strength | |
| | Girl | The name means Woman Warrior with a Spear | |
| | Boy | A dark-skinned person; A swarthy; A moor | |
| | Girl | A follower of Christ | |
| | Unisex | Royal and sacred one; The sacred heaven | |
| | Girl | Krystina means Her Faith lies in Christ | |
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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