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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Girl | One with the flow | |
| | Boy | Calf; Girl; Gentle; Heifer | |
| | Boy | A gentle tamer | |
| | Girl | Belonging to the Lord | |
| | Girl | Goddess of the moon; Woman from Cynthus | |
| |  Unisex | A channel; Jug; Jar; Bottle | |
| | Boy | Fortune; Luck; Gamble | |
| | Unisex | Grace of God; God has favored me | |
| | Girl | To live; To breathe | |
| | Boy | Possessing goodness | |
| | Girl | Fortunate battle; Wealthy battle | |
| | Girl | Pale beauty; Blessed appearance | |
| | Boy | Great; Oaktree; One who is from Airelle | |
| | Girl | Noble | |
| | Boy | Yahweh is gracious; Yahweh is merciful | |
| | Boy | Power; Authority | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath; Nobleness; Nobility | |
| | Boy | Beloved; Uncle | |
| | Boy | King of hounds | |
| | Girl | Deer or stag; Song or melody | |
| | Unisex | Maiden | |
| | Unisex | Quick to catch or hold; Manually skillful; Possessing mental agility | |
| | Unisex | A Christian | |
| | Boy | One who rules the people | |
| | Boy | Horn | |
| | Boy | From the Rooster Stream | |
| | Girl | Free; Independent | |
| | Girl | Elite; Chosen; Selected | |
| | Girl | Horn; From the hallow | |
| | Girl | She; Goddess; Name of an Italian town; Beautiful | |
| | Unisex | Dandelion flower; Lion's tooth | |
| | Girl | Happy; Spear; Friendly; Agreeable; True | |
| | Girl | Bearing Christ; A Christian | |
| | Girl | Noble; Wise; Elf; Friend; Happy | |
| | Boy | From Denham; Valley | |
| | Unisex | Darling; Dearly loved | |
| | Boy | Fort of Maeldaf | |
| | Girl | My Lord has answered | |
| | Unisex | Mercy; Compassionate | |
| | Boy | Heart's delight; Leather | |
| | Girl | Desired | |
| | Girl | To hate; South Munster | |
| | Girl | Rival; Eager | |
| | Boy | From Lancey; Alder grove | |
| | Boy | Saga; Destiny; Epic poem | |
| | Unisex | Dark challenger; Dark river | |
| | Unisex | Round object; To bend | |
| | Boy | Lord of the Devas; Lord of the Lords | |
| | Girl | Hardwork and labour | |
| | Boy | Name of a historical blacksmith with supernatural powers; Angel from god | |
| | Unisex | The great one; Shining | |
| | Girl | Sudden appearance or manifestation of a divine being | |
| | Unisex | Steady; Composed; Patient; Resolute; Firm; Slow; Wise | |
| | Girl | To plough | |
| | Unisex | A name of Goddess Lakshmi; Fortitude; Determination; Patience; Firmness; Perseverance | |
| | Girl | Somebody who belongs to Ireland; Long tail; Cherry tree | |
| | Girl | Speech; Structure | |
| | Boy | Red | |
| | Girl | One of the many names of Lord Shiva; Wish; Desire | |
| | Boy | Tide; Flow; From the sea | |
| | Girl | Star; Evening star | |
| | Girl | Gift of God; Gift | |
| | Unisex | Steadiness; Firmness; Fortitude; Maintaining; Supporting; Constancy | |
| | Unisex | Valley of the waterfall | |
| | Boy | Awaken; God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Blossoming flower | |
| | Girl | Purse maker | |
| | Girl | Torch; Corposant; Moon | |
| | Boy | Ruler; Controller; Subjugator; One who tames | |
| | Boy | A person who is expressive, determined, diplomatic, and of a refined nature | |
| | Boy | Mother Earth | |
| | Girl | Life; Breathe; Hazelnut; Bird | |
| | Boy | One who is born of the Lord | |
| | Girl | A person who gives honor; To be powerful | |
| | Boy | Brown-haired; Ruler of the world | |
| | Unisex | My God is an oath; Nobility | |
| | Girl | Divine; Goddess-like; Man; Strong | |
| | Girl | Joyful; Happiness; To travel; Family | |
| | Unisex | Light; Shining; Sunshine | |
| | Girl | One of the great destiny | |
| | Girl | Roman Goddess of fertility, forests, and agriculture; Befriend | |
| | Unisex | Beloved; Little darling; Royalty | |
| | Boy | Gift | |
| | Girl | Colors | |
| | Girl | Breeze; Atmosphere | |
| | Girl | Flourishing; Prosperous; Flower | |
| | Boy | Happy; Friendly; Agreeable; True; Spear | |
| | Girl | Flower | |
| | Girl | Light; Brilliance; Shining | |
| | Girl | Living among laurels | |
| | Boy | Little dark one | |
| | Boy | He is so; He does so | |
| | Boy | Dyer of cloth; Servant of Yahweh | |
| | Girl | Woman of the race or tribe; Woman of the family | |
| | Boy | Elysian fields; Blissful; Paradise | |
| | Boy | Noble; Early rising; Eagle clearing | |
| | Boy | One of many names of Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva; Sun; Lord or master | |
| | Unisex | Elm tree; A variant of Elowen | |
| | Boy | The glory and greatness of God | |
| | Girl | Virgin; Maiden; White; Blessed; Juniper | |
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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