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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Browse Top Baby Names by Gender
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| Name | Gender | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Girl | Healthy; Wide; Whole; Sun | |
| | Girl | Torch; Of Magdala; Tender; Sunlight | |
| | Boy | Descendant of Rian; Little King; From Hadria | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath | |
| | Boy | Immovable; Faithful; Polar star | |
| |  Unisex | To hate; To be angry | |
| | Girl | Christmas day; Born on Christmas day | |
| | Girl | Woman; Wife; Female head of a royal family | |
| | Boy | Yahweh is gracious; Yahweh is merciful | |
| | Unisex | One who transports goods | |
| | Girl | Graceful; Queen; To flow | |
| | Boy | Spear; Battle; Acquired | |
| | Girl | Strength in battle | |
| | Boy | To rejoice | |
| | Boy | Mars; The god of war; Warlike; Male | |
| | Girl | Follower of Jesus Christ; Anointed | |
| | Boy | Light; To shine; Glow | |
| | Girl | Waterfall; Pure; Lake; Rejoicer | |
| | Boy | Blessed; Well-spoken | |
| | Unisex | To know; Understand | |
| | Boy | Dove | |
| | Boy | Follower of Christ; Clever and judicious person | |
| | Girl | Free woman | |
| | Boy | Of Zeus; God of Nysa; Alternate name of the Greek God Dionysius | |
| | Girl | Oaktree; Terebinth tree; Gazelle; Moonlight; Halo | |
| | Girl | Dark-haired; Dark-complexioned; Black; Mountain range; Bright; Famous | |
| | Boy | God supports | |
| | Unisex | Enclosure; Yard; Town; Calf | |
| | Unisex | Beam of light; Ewe | |
| | Boy | Son of the servant of Eòin | |
| | Unisex | Not intoxicated or drunk; Name of a gemstone | |
| | Unisex | To pull | |
| | Girl | Chaste; Pure | |
| | Boy | A hostile; War-like man | |
| | Girl | God was gracious; God has shown favor; Chaste; Grace | |
| | Unisex | Cheerful; Alder tree | |
| | Unisex | London; Capital city of England | |
| | Girl | Priceless; Praiseworthy | |
| | Girl | Lion of God; Hero; Gilded; Golden; God's voice | |
| | Boy | Fair; Just; Upright | |
| | Girl | The holiest | |
| | Boy | Gift of God | |
| | Girl | Season of rejoicing | |
| | Girl | Singer; Beloved | |
| | Boy | Rich protection | |
| | Unisex | Sky father | |
| | Boy | Wise; Ruler | |
| | Girl | Belonging to the Lord | |
| | Girl | Honesty; Trustworthy; Truthful | |
| | Boy | Famous land; Glorious territory; From the famous land | |
| | Girl | Who is like God? | |
| | Boy | Enclosed valley | |
| | Unisex | Wood; The cross | |
| | Girl | Sea; Ocean; Boundary; Limit; Prosperous; Famous; Astonishing; Goodness | |
| | Boy | God is gracious; Man; Army | |
| | Girl | Elevated place; Star; Hill | |
| | Boy | God's assistance | |
| | Girl | Original power; First creator; Unequaled; Perfect; Epithet for Goddess Durga | |
| | Girl | Precious stone Jade | |
| | Boy | Angel or messenger of God | |
| | Girl | Noble | |
| | Boy | Immortal; Unending; One who lives a long life | |
| | Boy | My God has helped; God helps | |
| | Unisex | Royal | |
| | Boy | Radiant; Bright; Law; Given by God | |
| | Boy | God is gracious; Ruler | |
| | Girl | Languish; Weak | |
| | Boy | Chief; Holding fast | |
| | Girl | Rival; Industrious; Hardworking | |
| | Girl | God is gracious | |
| | Boy | Bright fame; Shining fame; Bright famous one | |
| | Boy | Victory of the people | |
| | Unisex | Violet; A flowering plant | |
| | Unisex | Long-lived; To live long | |
| | Girl | Premature child | |
| | Boy | A supplanter; One who follows | |
| | Girl | A woman who is from a tower; Of Magdala | |
| | Boy | Long night; God's gift; Watchful | |
| | Boy | Exalted; Majestic; Great; Venerable | |
| | Boy | Gift; God is salvation | |
| | Girl | Flower; Silent | |
| | Boy | Free man; Army | |
| | Girl | Beloved; Love | |
| | Unisex | My strength is Yahweh | |
| | Girl | A large ravine; Small reed; Tube | |
| | Unisex | Dear; Gracious; Rival | |
| | Boy | Little church; War; Strife; Bright-headed; Little warrior; Monk's cell | |
| | Boy | Free from deceit; Guileless; The end | |
| | Girl | Harmony; Offering; Beautiful; Exalted; Precious; Child | |
| | Boy | Raven | |
| | Unisex | Grey | |
| | Girl | Drop of the sea; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Love | |
| | Boy | Yahweh has built | |
| | Girl | Sublime; High; Lofty | |
| | Girl | Heaven; Child from heaven; Bright; Radiant | |
| | Unisex | Rich guard; Gift of God | |
| | Girl | Bright star; Bright face; Sun; Sunlight; Sun god; Day | |
| | Boy | Always; Boar | |
| | Girl | Oath of God | |
| | Boy | Beautiful; Handsome; Nice; Bright | |
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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