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 | Powerful; Unique; Leader | |
| |  Unisex | The surf sounds loudly; Name of a city in California | |
| | Boy | Stump block | |
| | Girl | From the prosperous man's peak | |
| | Boy | Famous land; Glorious territory; From the famous land | |
| | Boy | Fifth | |
| | Girl | A belief that something wanted can happen | |
| | Girl | To breathe; To live; Ingenue; Someone born at dawn or sunset; Birthmark; Bright | |
| | Girl | Woman from Magdala | |
| | Girl | Wide-eyed; One who has beautiful large eyes | |
| | Boy | Rose | |
| | Girl | Secret whisper; Confidential conversation; Secretive talk; Intimate conversation | |
| | Boy | One who comes from the rough clearing | |
| | Unisex | A primal woman | |
| | Unisex | Obtained by entreaty; A religious service | |
| | Girl | God has healed | |
| | Girl | Merciful; Favor; God has favored me | |
| | Boy | Sandalwood; Red; Ascending; Tall | |
| | Girl | Pomegranate; Fire | |
| | Girl | Daffodil; Narcissus | |
| | Boy | Eye of Lord Shiva | |
| | Boy | Friend of God; Someone who lived in a narrow street | |
| | Unisex | Bitter; Beloved; Rebelliousness; Drop of the sea; Wished for a child | |
| | Boy | Safe; Intact; Healthy; Undamaged | |
| | Boy | Black or dark-skinned | |
| | Girl | Bird; Delight | |
| | Unisex | Watered; Luxuriant; Plentiful; Heaven's flower | |
| | Boy | Virtuous; Pure; Good | |
| | Girl | A high-spirited girl | |
| | Girl | Sea; Meadow; Clearing | |
| | Girl | Twinflower; New; Snow; God's sanctuary | |
| | Boy | Kindness; Compassion; Benevolence; Mercy; Pearl; Strength in battle | |
| | Boy | Pure | |
| | Unisex | Grateful | |
| | Girl | New moon; Pleasantness | |
| | Girl | Nymph; Sea sprite | |
| | Boy | Reddish outlying settlement | |
| | Unisex | Virtuous; Reliable; Whole | |
| | Girl | Gate; Shrubberies; Trees; Wilds; Planting | |
| | Boy | A leader, king, or lord; One who is beneficence | |
| | Unisex | Wages; Reward; Goods; Wares; Water | |
| | Unisex | Beauty; Berry; Rose; Sand | |
| | Girl | Half moon; Just; Fair; Blessing | |
| | Girl | Night; Honesty | |
| | Boy | Ruler of all | |
| | Boy | A bee; Honeybee; Name of a king | |
| | Girl | Christmas | |
| | Boy | The planet Saturn; God of agriculture | |
| | Boy | Little Saturn | |
| | Unisex | Beloved; Sea of bitterness; Wished for child; Rebelliousness | |
| | Girl | Ninth | |
| | Boy | Honesty; A truthful one | |
| | Boy | Son of Rick; Son of a brave ruler | |
| | Boy | A woodcutter; Carpenter | |
| | Boy | Carpenter | |
| | Unisex | The middle of the night | |
| | Unisex | One who resembles God | |
| | Unisex | Who is like Yahweh; Tree trunk; Field | |
| | Boy | A charming man | |
| | Girl | The child attracts my attention; A legendary Yoruba queen | |
| | Unisex | Flight | |
| | Boy | Army; Gift of fate; Ewe; Holiness; Sacredness; Celestial bodies; Praise; Glory | |
| | Boy | Marsh clearing; Meadow on the moor | |
| | Unisex | Virtuous; Pious; God-Fearing; Devoted to God; Contentment | |
| | Boy | Burning ones; Fiery ones; An order of angels, each with six wings | |
| | Boy | Desirous; Longing | |
| | Girl | Olive tree; Ancestor's descendant; All cautious | |
| | Girl | A Roman woman | |
| | Boy | Shooting star; Meteor | |
| | Unisex | A small fish | |
| | Boy | Yahweh is gracious; Pride or prestige; Stony; Old and wise | |
| | Boy | Lightning | |
| | Unisex | Unique; Ambitious; Intelligent | |
| | Girl | Strength; Power | |
| | Boy | Ascending; Raising; Soft; Rainbow | |
| | Boy | A bright forest | |
| | Unisex | Whinny; Dramatic | |
| | Unisex | Son of Rodrigo; Famous power | |
| | Girl | Peach; Persian fruit | |
| | Girl | Pearl | |
| | Unisex | Son of Ruadhagán | |
| | Girl | Admired; Loved; Beloved; Pleasant; Brave; Third child | |
| | Girl | A healing flower | |
| | Boy | Of the woods | |
| | Unisex | Light; Glowing face; White | |
| | Girl | My pearl | |
| | Unisex | Born again | |
| | Boy | Moral; Calm; Pure; Virtuous | |
| | Unisex | For me; Gracious; Kind | |
| | Girl | One who is rock solid | |
| | Unisex | Myrrh; Rebellious; Drop of the sea; Beloved | |
| | Girl | Poppy flower | |
| | Girl | A bunch of flowers; He will add | |
| | Boy | Remembrance | |
| | Unisex | A disturbance; Commotion | |
| | Boy | Sun | |
| | Girl | Stone; Rock; Bright and clear day; Pure; Clean | |
| | Unisex | Christmas day | |
| | Boy | From the south | |
| | Boy | Dispenser of provisions; To disperse; Administer | |
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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