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 | Light unto me | |
| |  Boy | Lion; Hill | |
| | Girl | One who is grieving; Sad one | |
| | Girl | light | |
| | Girl | The Moon; Lady | |
| | Girl | Jasmine | |
| | Girl | Moon-loving; Sea moon; Dark areas of the moon | |
| | Girl | Productive of harm or evil | |
| | Girl | Bee; Flower; Little one | |
| | Girl | From Lydia; Divine; Goddess-like | |
| | Girl | Honey bee | |
| | Girl | Descendant of a nobleman | |
| | Girl | Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child | |
| | Unisex | Light | |
| | Girl | A deer; Caspian red deer | |
| | Girl | Warlike; A young warrior; Dedicated to Mars | |
| | Girl | A European title; A wife of Marchese | |
| | Unisex | Dew; Nimble; Agile; Fast; Clever | |
| | Girl | One who is rebellious and like a star | |
| | Girl | Tower; Of Magdala | |
| | Girl | Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Love; A woman from Magdala | |
| | Boy | One who is happy and delighted; Glad; Joyful and Cheerful | |
| | Girl | A girl who was born during the rain | |
| | Unisex | Lily; My God is an oath | |
| | Girl | Sea of the sky; From the stars | |
| | Boy | One who is bitter; Lingering; Waiting | |
| | Unisex | Son of the servant of Saint John | |
| | Girl | A beautiful girl | |
| | Unisex | Prince; Chieftain; Lord | |
| | Girl | Cloud; Rain clouds | |
| | Girl | Beautiful rose; Beautiful forest; Plum jade; Plum blossom | |
| | Unisex | Sun; Warmth; Heat; White jasmine; Great; Excellent; Vast; Huge | |
| | Girl | A beautiful woman; Sweet | |
| | Girl | Black; Dark | |
| | Unisex | Tablecloth; Table spread with food; Glorious; Maiden | |
| | Girl | Honey | |
| | Girl | Honey | |
| | Girl | A sweet girl; Honey bee | |
| | Girl | Special flower of heaven | |
| | Girl | Favor; Grace | |
| | Girl | Star of the ocean | |
| | Girl | A dearly loved person; Loved by all | |
| | Girl | A gift from the merciful God | |
| | Girl | Who is like God? | |
| | Girl | Life; Strawberry; Gauze; Thin silk; Sand; Livelihood; Living | |
| | Girl | Gracious; Dear; Young | |
| | Unisex | Graceful; Prosperous | |
| | Unisex | Stay with me | |
| | Girl | A precious stone | |
| | Girl | God is with us; A heavenly woman; Great; Bitterness | |
| | Girl | A female ruler; The one who is followed; Happiness; Peace; World; Smiling | |
| | Girl | A sweet person; Good-natured; A name of Goddess Laxmi; Fruit below; Three aspirations | |
| | Boy | Gift of God; Habitational | |
| | Girl | Cute, lovable, and sweet person | |
| | Unisex | Beloved; Wished for child; Sea of bitterness; Favor; Grace | |
| | Girl | Mill | |
| | Girl | The greatest | |
| | Girl | A strong-willed person | |
| | Girl | Auspicious, Blessed | |
| | Girl | Immaculate; Undefiled | |
| | Girl | Water lily; Lotus; The indigo plant | |
| | Boy | Great Lord; Guardian of the sea | |
| | Girl | Son of Coinneach (handsome, beautiful, good) | |
| | Girl | Goddess Durga and Goddess Lakshmi | |
| | Girl | A sea sprite; Nymph | |
| | Girl | Christmas day; Born on Christmas day | |
| | Boy | Brook; Who is like God? | |
| | Girl | Light; Bright | |
| | Girl | Burner of ships | |
| | Unisex | An officer in charge of illegal matters; Physician; Marsh | |
| | Boy | Miracle; Wonder; Marvel; An extraordinary event | |
| | Unisex | Merry; Sea; Jovial | |
| | Girl | Life force or inner self | |
| | Girl | Bright sea; Jewel-garlanded maiden | |
| | Boy | Kingdom of Mithil | |
| | Girl | Victory of people; Son of Neil | |
| | Girl | Beautiful night child | |
| | Girl | Maiden; Young girl; Speech; Expression; Fang; Tusk | |
| | Unisex | Myrrh; Mirror; Good; Rebellious | |
| | Unisex | Who is like God | |
| | Girl | Land of the Northern men | |
| | Girl | Spiritual liberation; Freedom; Salvation | |
| | Unisex | Three bays; August bays | |
| | Girl | Law; Custom | |
| | Unisex | A high handed person | |
| | Boy | Star | |
| | Unisex | Liberated; Freedom | |
| | Unisex | Golden Myna; Songbird; Will helmet | |
| | Girl | The one who is from the hill Olympus | |
| | Unisex | Illuminous; right light | |
| | Unisex | Green vegetables; Apple tree; Many; Clothing | |
| | Girl | Favor; Grace; Demon flower | |
| | Girl | Deserving of integrity | |
| | Unisex | Generous; Giving | |
| | Girl | Heritage; Wealth; Fortune | |
| | Unisex | Leopard | |
| | Girl | Lace; Youruban Goddess of storms and winds; She tore | |
| | Girl | A city filled with palm trees | |
| | Girl | Preparation; Friday | |
| | Girl | One who resembles a fairy | |
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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