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 | Queen; Counsel; Advice | |
| |  Boy | Castle; Desert; Highest point; Promised land | |
| | Girl | A woman who is battle ready | |
| | Girl | God is my strength; Lion of God; Sea of bitterness | |
| | Boy | Arrangement; Justice; Parent's home; Jasmine; Bear up; Exert; Strength | |
| | Unisex | Born again | |
| | Unisex | A bronzed winged automaton | |
| | Girl | Goddess Lakshmi; Fortune; Bright light | |
| | Girl | To excel; Victorious | |
| | Unisex | Circle around the Kaaba; Circumambulation | |
| | Unisex | Calm; Rough; Crude | |
| | Boy | World; Universe | |
| | Unisex | Priest; Rays; Beautiful; Moon | |
| | Unisex | Teofer's farm | |
| | Unisex | Daily bread; Subsistence; Blessings from God | |
| | Unisex | Brave;Fortunate | |
| | Girl | Sunlight; Religious; Solemn; Eastern winds; | |
| | Boy | Welsh name of the river Severn | |
| | Girl | Star | |
| | Girl | Patient; Enduring | |
| | Girl | A musical pause | |
| | Girl | Peaceful man | |
| | Boy | Stranger; Newcomer; Newborn child; Guest friend; Foreigner | |
| | Girl | Violet flower | |
| | Boy | God will protect; Supplanter | |
| | Girl | Lily; Lotus; Rose | |
| | Girl | Being well; Being prosperous; Being healthy; Being happy | |
| | Boy | Certainty; Lack of doubt | |
| | Girl | Sad; Noise; Tumult | |
| | Unisex | Happy; Lucky | |
| | Girl | Pure; Sincere friend; Wisdom; Virtuous; Untainted; Innocent | |
| | Boy | Turk; Turkish | |
| | Girl | Elevated place; Star | |
| | Unisex | Age; Era | |
| | Girl | Shadow of God; Meaningful life; Truth of life | |
| | Girl | Repentant; Virtuous; God-fearing; Pious | |
| | Girl | Name of a town in Armenia | |
| | Girl | Beautiful water; My God is my oath | |
| | Unisex | Companion in night conversation; Under God's rule; To talk in the evening; Battle; War; Enchanting; Early morning fragrance; Entertaining companion; Wind | |
| | Boy | Righteous boy | |
| | Girl | Twin | |
| | Unisex | United; Conjoined; Annexed; Attached | |
| | Unisex | Noisy; Full of sorrow | |
| | Girl | To blossom | |
| | Boy | Rise; Ascend; Sun rise; Threat; Menace | |
| | Boy | Ruler of all | |
| | Boy | One who praises | |
| | Boy | Populous; Flourishing; Life | |
| | Girl | Princess | |
| | Girl | Crowned | |
| | Girl | Daughter of the Mountain; Hawk-like; Majestic; Courteous | |
| | Boy | Devotee of Lord Vishnu | |
| | Girl | Manifestation of the God | |
| | Boy | Strength; Leader; Protector | |
| | Unisex | Moon; Good news | |
| | Girl | From the clan of Roman empire | |
| | Girl | Most beautiful; An ancient Egyptian queen | |
| | Boy | Highest knowledge or wisdom | |
| | Unisex | Almighty or God; To be strong; Destroyer | |
| | Girl | Twin | |
| | Boy | Sovereign; Mighty ruler | |
| | Girl | Savior; Victory | |
| | Unisex | Channel | |
| | Unisex | Wisdom of the father; Sense of the father | |
| | Girl | Path; Way; Journey | |
| | Girl | To conquer | |
| | Unisex | God is gracious; Wise | |
| | Boy | Radiant; Glowing with blazing splendor | |
| | Unisex | Desirable; Excellent | |
| | Unisex | Dark; Black; Blue | |
| | Boy | Fate; Destiny | |
| | Unisex | Song | |
| | Unisex | Unique; Uncommon | |
| | Boy | Little wolf; Son of Faolan; Clan of the wolf | |
| | Boy | Self-controlled; Sensible | |
| | Unisex | He will add; Praise | |
| | Boy | Wolf | |
| | Unisex | A state of honesty and truthfulness | |
| | Unisex | Alder; Alder grove | |
| | Girl | Young actress; Small star | |
| | Unisex | A lyrical poem; Rhythmical stanza | |
| | Girl | Resurrection; Stand; Glory | |
| | Girl | Peace | |
| | Unisex | Cloud; Sky | |
| | Unisex | Vital; Of life | |
| | Unisex | Alive | |
| | Unisex | Settlement of Wassa's people | |
| | Boy | Son; Assumption; Good | |
| | Unisex | To weave; Winding stream | |
| | Unisex | Shining brightly; Glittering | |
| | Unisex | Water of life | |
| | Unisex | White field | |
| | Boy | From the woods | |
| | Girl | He will prosper | |
| | Unisex | An innkeeper | |
| | Boy | Enlarged | |
| | Unisex | One who lived or worked in a forest | |
| | Boy | Portion; Excerpt; Part | |
| | Boy | Intelligent; Knowledgeable; Wise | |
| | Boy | Brilliant; Intelligent | |
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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