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 | Son of Alistair | |
| | Girl | Bird-like; To breathe; To live; Voice | |
| | Girl | From Brittany; Tattooed people | |
| | Boy | Calf herder | |
| | Girl | Blessed | |
| | Boy | Hill | |
| | Girl | Settlement by the Beane river; Farmstead | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath | |
| | Boy | Fort of Michael | |
| | Girl | Slender; Graceful; Beautiful; Boomerang | |
| | Boy | One who is from the swamp | |
| |  Unisex | Someone who lives near a brook; Moderator; To Tie | |
| | Unisex | Bear; Hard; Firm; Brave | |
| | Girl | Wild quinoa; Skillful | |
| | Unisex | From the Spanish town of Avila | |
| | Girl | Beautiful flower; Intelligent; Moving | |
| | Boy | Descendant of Caomhán; Vigilant | |
| | Girl | Cinnamon | |
| | Girl | Beloved; Pure; Each of the two; Torture | |
| | Unisex | To live; To breathe | |
| | Boy | A servant; Chamber; Room; Scarf | |
| | Boy | Exhibit; Old; Ancient; Display | |
| | Girl | Man; Army; Free man; Freeholder | |
| | Girl | Pure; Each of the two | |
| | Boy | Mother of sons | |
| | Girl | Pure; Each of the two; Torture; My consecration of your name | |
| | Boy | Feet; Structure for locomotion | |
| | Boy | Consent; Blessing | |
| | Unisex | In the shadow | |
| | Girl | The one having a serene personality; Clear; Tranquil | |
| | Unisex | Peaceful; Level; Even; To recite | |
| | Boy | Visible; Conscious; Soul | |
| | Boy | Father of many | |
| | Unisex | Full of life; Full of energy | |
| | Girl | A lively, free person | |
| | Boy | God is glorious and great | |
| | Boy | God has done well | |
| | Unisex | Beautiful; Obedient | |
| | Girl | Blessed; Fortunate | |
| | Girl | Dove; White dove; Dove of peace; Mourning dove | |
| | Boy | Free man; Army | |
| | Girl | House of Fishing; House of hunting | |
| | Unisex | Noble; Intelligent; Graceful | |
| | Unisex | Sturgeon; Linden tree; Ethnic group in Eritrea | |
| | Girl | Red speakers | |
| | Boy | Clay settlement | |
| | Unisex | Bean | |
| | Girl | Christian; Anointed | |
| | Boy | Good-natured; Gentle and merciful | |
| | Girl | Beloved; Darling | |
| | Boy | Daughter of Yahweh | |
| | Girl | Derived from the country China | |
| | Girl | Woman from Cynthus; Greek moon Goddess | |
| | Boy | His firewood; His nose | |
| | Boy | Hill; High; Might | |
| | Girl | Differently abled; Crippled | |
| | Girl | A person living near the Clodiagh river; Cloak; Stony | |
| | Boy | Derived from the state of Colorado; The red river | |
| | Unisex | Descendant of Braonán; Dew; Moisture; Drop | |
| | Unisex | Brave; Bold | |
| | Boy | A habitational name for someone from a river situated in the country of Wales | |
| | Boy | Whelp; Young dog | |
| | Girl | National or native of Great Britain; A citizen of the United Kingdom or its overseas empire | |
| | Girl | Golden | |
| | Boy | Hound ruler; Wolf ruler | |
| | Boy | A young, newly born crow; Raven | |
| | Boy | Cord maker | |
| | Unisex | Blessed or fortunate | |
| | Boy | A lamb | |
| | Girl | Hairy; Hairlocks | |
| | Girl | One from Denmark; Divine | |
| | Boy | Little spear; Spear-bearer | |
| | Boy | Will; Desire; Famous | |
| | Girl | Day | |
| | Boy | Hill hollow | |
| | Boy | Proof of the religion | |
| | Girl | Achieve; Arrive at; Intelligent; Chinese; Reason; Establish; Dawn; Capability; Elegant | |
| | Boy | Order; Decency; Universe | |
| | Boy | Son of Oisdealbhaigh | |
| | Boy | A Briton; From the land of Britons | |
| | Girl | To delay | |
| | Unisex | Son of the brown-haired one | |
| | Boy | From the rocky place; Border town | |
| | Girl | Beloved; Calf; Fox; Little black one | |
| | Boy | Champion; Winner | |
| | Boy | Son of David | |
| | Girl | A youth employed in religious services | |
| | Boy | From the Daelan; Toward tide or flow | |
| | Unisex | Waterbird | |
| | Boy | Grain; Earth | |
| | Girl | Iron; Iron moon; Given; Peace; World | |
| | Unisex | Crown; Laurel; Beloved; Slender; Regal one; Joy; Happiness | |
| | Unisex | Crooked nose | |
| | Boy | Hairy | |
| | Girl | Hawk | |
| | Unisex | Wood carder | |
| | Boy | Blind one; Broad; Spacious; Free | |
| | Unisex | Vigilant | |
| | Girl | Purity; Virtue; Modesty; Pure | |
| | Girl | Glory | |
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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