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 | Knowledgeable; Intellectual; Learned | |
| |  Unisex | God is with us | |
| | Unisex | Exalted, Noble | |
| | Boy | Son of Peter; Stone | |
| | Boy | A division or a channel; A little river | |
| | Boy | Son of Adam | |
| | Girl | Noble; Kind; Nobility | |
| | Boy | To rule; Beloved | |
| | Boy | Rock; another form of Peter | |
| | Boy | Steering oar; Sailor; A person who operates the flying controls of an aircraft; Armed with a javelin | |
| | Unisex | Nobleness; Nobility | |
| | Boy | A man who is calm and quiet | |
| | Boy | Non-duality; Unique; Oneness | |
| | Boy | A feeling of pure and real love; Life-giving | |
| | Girl | Little rock; Handsome | |
| | Boy | Look; Appearance; Symbol | |
| | Boy | A crafty, tricky person | |
| | Unisex | Victory; Champion; God is my judge; God has given | |
| | Girl | Nourishing; Soul; Will helmet; Trustworthy | |
| | Boy | An apprentice of someone | |
| | Girl | Loved by God; Love of God | |
| | Boy | The East; The chanting voice that comes from the east | |
| | Boy | A bright; Clear one | |
| | Girl | Vigorous; Brave; Unceasing | |
| | Unisex | Narrows; Small river; Light; Radiance | |
| | Boy | Fifth | |
| | Unisex | Lamb | |
| | Boy | A spearman | |
| | Unisex | Asia; A reflection; Benefit | |
| | Girl | Glittering as a star | |
| | Boy | One who is compassionate; Kind | |
| | Girl | Torch; Corposant; Moon | |
| | Girl | Light; Torch; Corposant | |
| | Unisex | Collecting; Produced | |
| | Boy | Red shore; Red bank | |
| | Unisex | New or fresh; Innovative thinker | |
| | Boy | Unconquered | |
| | Girl | Loved; Loyal friend; Beloved; Love | |
| | Boy | Traveller | |
| | Boy | A spirit of thunder | |
| | Boy | Wise Advice, counsel, decision; Protection | |
| | Unisex | Meadow; Grassy area | |
| | Girl | A lovable person; Beautiful | |
| | Boy | Next year; Coming year | |
| | Girl | A curious person; Filled with grace | |
| | Boy | Name of a king; Row; Line; Range; Willingness | |
| | Unisex | Princess; Noble helper | |
| | Boy | One from the roe deer meadow | |
| | Boy | Sand; Geomancy; Divination; Magic | |
| | Boy | God of Lord Rama | |
| | Girl | Exalted; Highly respected | |
| | Boy | Joyful; Beautiful sound | |
| | Unisex | Clear; Apparent | |
| | Boy | Beloved; Desire; Duke; Swift | |
| | Unisex | Ocean; Water body | |
| | Girl | Reborn | |
| | Boy | To send or dispatch; Messenger; Prophet; Apostle | |
| | Boy | Light; Happiness; Pride; Glory | |
| | Unisex | A person who is a champion; Son of Neil | |
| | Unisex | Protector or defender of mankind | |
| | Girl | Favor; Grace; Praise | |
| | Boy | Advice of the wolf | |
| | Girl | Very snowy; Honor; Dignity; Esteem; Latin | |
| | Girl | Protector of mankind; Defender | |
| | Girl | Extraordinary | |
| | Unisex | High; Sublime; Lofty; Most high;Exalted | |
| | Unisex | Lofty; High; Noble | |
| | Unisex | God has bestowed me with wealth | |
| | Boy | Little king; Prince | |
| | Girl | Grace; Favor | |
| | Boy | Advice; Counsel; Decision; Authority | |
| | Girl | God's favor; God's grace | |
| | Girl | Noble; Gracious; Compassionate | |
| | Unisex | To defend or help; Helper; Defender | |
| | Girl | Chaste | |
| | Unisex | Rising son; Of the Orient; East | |
| | Girl | The one filled with bitter grace | |
| | Girl | Hawaiian goddess of volcanoes and fire; Wonder; Miracle | |
| | Unisex | Defender; Protector of mankind; To help | |
| | Boy | One who will rise again; Peace; Brave ruler | |
| | Girl | Vigorous; Brave | |
| | Girl | Solitary; Hermitage; Woodland; Clearing | |
| | Boy | A habitational name for someone from the Raven village; Outlying settlement | |
| | Boy | A Laurel; From Laurentum; Award; Sign of victory | |
| | Girl | Endowed with; Connected by; Reached by mind | |
| | Girl | Son of Philip | |
| | Boy | A friend of his; Shepard | |
| | Unisex | It came from God | |
| | Unisex | Wind; Gracious | |
| | Girl | Fulfillment; Accomplishment; Unique; Unmatched | |
| | Boy | Emir of India; Commander; Prince; Ruler; Second; Asia; Beauty; Child; Sign of the rat; Loving child; Beautiful child | |
| | Boy | One who hopes; Invaluable | |
| | Unisex | Little rock; Handsome | |
| | Unisex | Core of a city; Heart of a city; Essence of a city | |
| | Girl | Spider | |
| | Boy | My people | |
| | Girl | Virtue | |
| | Unisex | A mountain in Cilicia; From Amantia; Mushroom | |
| | Boy | Strong; Unique; Charismatic | |
| | Boy | Beloved; Rain; Candy; Work | |
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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