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 | Fluvial; Torrents; God will establish; God is gracious | |
| |  Girl | Strong woman | |
| | Girl | Strong woman; Free woman; Beautiful; Song of joy; Army | |
| | Girl | She who is pure; Black; Dark | |
| | Unisex | Goddess Durga; Gift of God | |
| | Girl | Pure; Chaste woman; Each of the two | |
| | Girl | Goddess of magic | |
| | Girl | Plain; Pure; Clear | |
| | Girl | Unsullied; Pure; Clean; Clear | |
| | Boy | Monsoon flower | |
| | Girl | Name of a sacred river in South India | |
| | Unisex | Gold; Compassionate; God's grace; Live; Victory | |
| | Unisex | Wryneck | |
| | Unisex | Flower; Ear; Walk; Summer; Sail | |
| | Unisex | Rhythmic flow of a sequence of sounds or words'; Sea; To move rhythmically to music | |
| | Girl | Handsome; Beautiful; Respect; Be born of fire | |
| | Girl | One who is a coppersmith by profession | |
| | Unisex | Traditional Filipino sword; Clean | |
| | Unisex | Man; Army | |
| | Girl | Green; Lucky or fortunate | |
| | Girl | Who comes from an honorable lineage; Radiant; Noble; Praiseworthy; Well-being | |
| | Girl | Beloved child; Person; Garland | |
| | Unisex | Desire or longing | |
| | Girl | Settlement of Cerihere's people; She sprung from the fire | |
| | Girl | Fragrant blossom; Gardenia; Wedge; Point | |
| | Girl | Royal fortress meadow; Cyndeburg's field; War chief | |
| | Unisex | Loved one; Friend; Free woman | |
| | Girl | Cyneburg's field | |
| | Girl | The people | |
| | Girl | Chick | |
| | Girl | Frost; Cherry | |
| | Girl | Great joy; Church | |
| | Girl | Cassia; Cinnamon | |
| | Girl | Late summer | |
| | Boy | Island; Fierce; Ship's victory; Cenel's island | |
| | Girl | Maiden; Partridge bird; To call near | |
| | Girl | Short nose | |
| | Boy | Cassia; Cinnamon; Blind | |
| | Girl | Intelligent; Royal | |
| | Unisex | One who cards wool or flax; To card or comb with a tool made of teasel heads | |
| | Unisex | Cherish me; Caring for me | |
| | Girl | The follower of Christ | |
| | Boy | Void; Emptiness; Wide open; Expanse of air | |
| | Girl | Night time | |
| | Girl | Torch; Bright light; Wave; Soft; Man, Army | |
| | Girl | Tulip flower | |
| | Girl | The beautiful shine of the Sunrays | |
| | Girl | Laurel tree; Sweet bay tree | |
| | Girl | Sweet bay tree; From the bay | |
| | Girl | The daughter of King Latinus | |
| | Unisex | Silk-like material | |
| | Unisex | To be famous; To proclaim; To declare | |
| | Unisex | Tree town; Tree village | |
| | Girl | Weary; Cow | |
| | Girl | God is my oath | |
| | Unisex | Pure; Clean | |
| | Girl | Beloved friend; Joy; Bliss; Joined in harmony; Lion | |
| | Girl | Whiteness; Paleness; A color white | |
| | Girl | God is abundance; The name of a flower | |
| | Boy | Healthy; Flower | |
| | Girl | Pet name for Lindsay; lime tree island | |
| | Unisex | Abundance; River in paradise | |
| | Girl | Envious; Blue | |
| | Girl | Devoted to the Vow made to the God | |
| | Girl | Famous in battle; Lynx | |
| | Girl | Most desirable; Better | |
| | Girl | Sorrows; Laurel; Free man | |
| | Girl | Rock; Laurel tree; Laurel tree clearing | |
| | Girl | A woman who is honorable and victorius | |
| | Girl | The other Aenor; Flower; Laurel | |
| | Girl | From Laurentum; Laurel | |
| | Boy | Gentle; Kind | |
| | Girl | A song of the beautiful woman that leads a man to death | |
| | Girl | Laurel tree | |
| | Girl | Laurel; Kingdom of Lothar | |
| | Girl | Gracious warrior; Brave woman | |
| | Girl | Storax tree | |
| | Girl | Born at daybreak; Famous warrior; Month of May | |
| | Girl | Pomegranate flower | |
| | Girl | Valley of the wolf; Ruby; Wolf | |
| | Girl | The island Girl | |
| | Girl | A lime or linden tree; Lake | |
| | Unisex | Savior ; My God helps | |
| | Girl | Lake; Pond | |
| | Girl | Lincoln island; The pool colony; Island of linden trees | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath; Consecrated to God; God's promise | |
| | Unisex | Light; Sun ray; Tender | |
| | Girl | Pure; Lily flower | |
| | Unisex | Pertaining to a legion | |
| | Girl | From Madeline; Tower | |
| | Unisex | Lion | |
| | Unisex | Joy; Happiness | |
| | Girl | My lady | |
| | Girl | Sparkle; Gleam; Flash | |
| | Girl | A released man; A loose man | |
| | Girl | Blue; Envious; Olive | |
| | Girl | Moon; Delight; Comfort | |
| | Unisex | Lily | |
| | Girl | Island of linden trees; Lincoln's Island | |
| | Girl | Charcoal; Myrtle | |
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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