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 | Prophetess; Sibyl; Oracle | |
| | Boy | Heir | |
| | Girl | A lady of the woods or forest | |
| | Boy | A person who has great qualities | |
| | Boy | A man who is worth the praise; Commendable; Worthy of reverence | |
| | Girl | Virtuous; Chaste; Pure one | |
| |  Unisex | Lake | |
| | Unisex | Pure honey | |
| | Girl | Goddess of beauty | |
| | Girl | The one who is born in prosperity | |
| | Unisex | Native American warrior; Friend | |
| | Girl | Earth; Weft | |
| | Girl | Creation | |
| | Unisex | From the triple-peaked mountain; Teacher | |
| | Girl | Resurrection | |
| | Girl | Follower of Christ; A Christian; Tailor | |
| | Boy | Night conversation; Light covering; A Scarf | |
| | Unisex | Darling | |
| | Girl | Woman from Asia | |
| | Boy | One who likes to be in charge; A chief; Bad settlement; Council friend | |
| | Girl | War; Battle; Famous | |
| | Boy | A man of peace | |
| | Unisex | Son of Laine | |
| | Boy | One who is human | |
| | Girl | Land of Eoghan | |
| | Girl | Date palm | |
| | Boy | A nobleman of the hereditary rank | |
| | Unisex | Flashing lights | |
| | Girl | Joy; Happiness | |
| | Unisex | Possessor of wisdom | |
| | Boy | Lion | |
| | Unisex | Shining star | |
| | Girl | Savior; Victory | |
| | Girl | Light; Zodiac sign; Leaping water; Tranquil; Mountain peak | |
| | Unisex | Seaside; Coast | |
| | Boy | Son of Matthew | |
| | Boy | Gift of God | |
| | Unisex | Brave lion | |
| | Girl | Strength; Spear of strength | |
| | Boy | Gift; One who is a gift | |
| | Unisex | Reddish brown hair | |
| | Boy | Given by God | |
| | Girl | Light; Splendor; Brilliance; Illumination | |
| | Boy | A gift from the God | |
| | Unisex | Little Goddess Lakshmi | |
| | Unisex | Staff clearing; Resolute; Reliable; Fish trap | |
| | Boy | The greatest man from Denmark | |
| | Boy | Bell; Long-lived; Star | |
| | Boy | Helpless; God is my help; Morning star | |
| | Unisex | Cleansed | |
| | Unisex | Gold; Green; Accomplishment | |
| | Unisex | A person from the eastern Mediterranean; Tall; Handsome; Roguish | |
| | Unisex | Victorious | |
| | Unisex | An opulent person; Rich | |
| | Unisex | Sun; Sunshine | |
| | Unisex | Praise | |
| | Unisex | Relative; Friend | |
| | Unisex | King; He rules; Gain control over | |
| | Boy | Happiness; King of the Earth | |
| | Boy | Water master; Water king; Water ruler | |
| | Unisex | Mountain range; Burning; Young; Princess | |
| | Boy | Praised; Commendable | |
| | Unisex | Delicate; Graceful | |
| | Boy | Kindness; Love; Sun | |
| | Unisex | Beautiful; Goddess Durga | |
| | Unisex | To be strong | |
| | Boy | Male; Roman God Mars | |
| | Girl | Light around the moon; Flower | |
| | Boy | Part of a friend | |
| | Boy | My good | |
| | Girl | Wood clearing; Branch; Twig; Pole | |
| | Boy | Balance; Scales; Measure; Weight | |
| | Unisex | Summer; Resurrection | |
| | Unisex | Nature; Rain | |
| | Girl | One who achieves success; One who is famous | |
| | Boy | Mars; The god of war; Warlike; Male | |
| | Boy | Combined to one | |
| | Boy | A little hawk | |
| | Boy | The pointed end of the mountain; Sharp mountain | |
| | Unisex | Wealthy and successful | |
| | Girl | Lineage; Flute; Forest | |
| | Boy | Shape; Form; Fashioner; Greek God of dreams | |
| | Girl | Concealed; Hidden | |
| | Unisex | Sincerity; Honesty | |
| | Girl | Strong; Beautiful; Healthy | |
| | Boy | Largest; Greatest | |
| | Boy | A bright, shining person | |
| | Girl | A blessing | |
| | Girl | To conquer | |
| | Unisex | Industrious | |
| | Boy | Victory | |
| | Unisex | High status; Prestige; Greatness | |
| | Boy | A jewel; Moon; God is with us | |
| | Unisex | God is gracious | |
| | Boy | God is with us | |
| | Unisex | Vision; Knowledge | |
| | Unisex | Unique; Mysterious; Enchanting | |
| | Unisex | Goddess of the hearth and domestic activity | |
| | Unisex | Alive; Favor; Grace; Violet | |
| | Girl | Defending or helping men or mankind | |
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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