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 | Ash tree clearing | |
| |  Boy | Servant | |
| | Girl | Elf ruler; Favor; Grace | |
| | Unisex | Star; Starry one | |
| | Boy | From the town of Saint Maur; North African; Moorish", | |
| | Girl | Smile | |
| | Boy | A thankful person | |
| | Unisex | Greek goddess of wisdom | |
| | Unisex | Gentle white jasmine | |
| | Boy | Stay with me; Stand by me; The Lord stays with me | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath; Favor; Grace | |
| | Unisex | Gift | |
| | Boy | Lion; Strength of God; A witness; A martyr | |
| | Boy | A well-known and eminent person | |
| | Girl | Humility; Infinite; Wise; Queen; Ruler | |
| | Boy | Flint; Young; Beautiful | |
| | Boy | Honor; Nobility; Dignity; Glory | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath | |
| | Boy | Holder of the heel; Supplanter; May God protect | |
| | Boy | Aku's command | |
| | Girl | A worshipper of god | |
| | Girl | Seed; Fire; Precious coin; Likeness; Similarity | |
| | Girl | To breathe; To live; River | |
| | Boy | Lion; Dear; Treasured | |
| | Unisex | Unique; Mysterious | |
| | Boy | Honorable; Eminent; Virtuous; Noble; Highborn | |
| | Unisex | Roman | |
| | Unisex | Roman woman | |
| | Girl | Laughing; Clear; Amber | |
| | Girl | God wishes; One who follows the will of God | |
| | Unisex | Rare; Precious | |
| | Boy | A gift of Jehovah | |
| | Girl | One who is fasting | |
| | Boy | Successful; Prosperous; One who has accomplished a goal or objective; Lord Shiva; White mustard; Fig tree | |
| | Girl | My God is strong and powerful; Might; High; Hill | |
| | Unisex | God's gift | |
| | Unisex | Son of Swati; Father of Chitraratha; A variant of Rusanka | |
| | Unisex | Noble; Nobleness; Nobility | |
| | Boy | From the farm in the valley; Level farm | |
| | Boy | Warrior; Raider; Descendant of a raider | |
| | Girl | Juniper; Brown | |
| | Girl | From Britain; Tattooed people | |
| | Boy | Lump of iron | |
| | Boy | The Moon; Orange; Cotton | |
| | Boy | God has listened | |
| | Unisex | Mirror; Grace | |
| | Boy | Long nail | |
| | Unisex | Peaceful | |
| | Boy | Basket-maker; Spirit | |
| | Boy | He is going to become glorious | |
| | Unisex | Lucky; Fortunate; Happy | |
| | Girl | White; Pure | |
| | Unisex | Move; Water travel | |
| | Boy | Crown; Wreath | |
| | Boy | A part of the Sun | |
| | Girl | Tough person; Possessing hard feet; Hard | |
| | Boy | Self rule; Self governance; Home rule | |
| | Boy | Bent grass woodland; Bent grass clearing | |
| | Boy | Of the forest or woods | |
| | Girl | A woman with a beautiful voice | |
| | Boy | Snow-clad mountain | |
| | Boy | Heart; Gift of God | |
| | Unisex | Of Samuel; God has heard; Name of God | |
| | Girl | The most beautiful one | |
| | Unisex | Good fortune; Lucky | |
| | Boy | Honesty; Sacrificer; Admirer | |
| | Unisex | A person who lived near a hillside or a bank of land | |
| | Boy | Praise; Glorify and thank Allah | |
| | Boy | Noble warrior; Ram; Rain | |
| | Boy | To improve, beautify, or enhance | |
| | Unisex | Rain; Learned | |
| | Unisex | Coral; Three; Brilliance | |
| | Girl | Religious attendant; Noble; Bent nose | |
| | Boy | Big, great tree; Full of brightness | |
| | Girl | Daughter of an oath | |
| | Girl | Friend; Beloved | |
| | Girl | Descendant of Caireallán; Free man | |
| | Girl | From the box tree clearing | |
| | Girl | From a walled city; Fort; From a place name | |
| | Girl | A young doe; Woman who is like a young gazelle | |
| | Girl | Poem; Song; Orchard; Garden | |
| | Girl | Singer; Happiness; Seeker of knowledge | |
| | Girl | A dear, beloved lady; Friend; Darling | |
| | Boy | King | |
| | Girl | Name of a tree; Empty; Vain; Cinnamon | |
| | Girl | Curly-haired; Clever | |
| | Boy | Slender; Thin; Street | |
| | Unisex | Daisy; The new house | |
| | Girl | To excel; To shine; Vigilant | |
| | Boy | A thoughtful counsel | |
| | Boy | An affectionate man | |
| | Unisex | First born; Jade orchid; Green orchid | |
| | Unisex | Peaceful; Calm | |
| | Girl | Maiden of Viviane; French damsel of the lake | |
| | Boy | Belief in oneness of God; He made it one; Oneness of God | |
| | Girl | Briar clearing; Meadow | |
| | Unisex | Birdlike; A child's term for a bird; A score of one stroke under par at a hole in golf | |
| | Girl | Lady; Noblewoman; A fiery person; Black; To hope | |
| | Boy | Success; Reconciliation | |
| | Unisex | Strawberry; Stern | |
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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