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 | Crown; Wreath | |
| |  Girl | A member of the Gauts tribe; From the land of flowing water; Joyful | |
| | Boy | Ruler of the people | |
| | Girl | Black; Dark-skinned | |
| | Unisex | Alive; Full of life | |
| | Boy | Lord is my God | |
| | Girl | Grace; Favor; Mercy; Unguided | |
| | Boy | Frenchman; Free one | |
| | Girl | Elf ruler's grace; Elf ruler's favor | |
| | Unisex | Valley; Valley dweller | |
| | Boy | Emperor; Hairy | |
| | Girl | Beautiful Serpent; Soft and flexible | |
| | Boy | Bearing Christ; Pure; Clear | |
| | Unisex | Land of the Irish; Abundant land | |
| | Boy | Nubian; Serpent's mouth | |
| | Girl | Christian; Followers of Christ; To Anoint | |
| | Boy | Thunder | |
| | Boy | Black; Pale | |
| | Boy | Yahweh has hidden | |
| | Boy | Peaceful ruler | |
| | Girl | Graceful; Gracious | |
| | Unisex | To praise God | |
| | Boy | God is my fortune; God is my good luck | |
| | Girl | Pure; Friend | |
| | Boy | Beauty; The pool | |
| | Boy | Toward the tide or flow | |
| | Unisex | Small-songbird | |
| | Girl | Of high value; Brilliance; Unconquerable; Unbreakable | |
| | Girl | Care; Concern | |
| | Boy | Honour; Esteem; Dignity | |
| | Unisex | Watered; Plentiful; Heaven's flower; Luxuriant | |
| | Boy | Flower | |
| | Boy | Little fair one; Blessed white one | |
| | Girl | Wind; Messenger | |
| | Unisex | Faithful man; Trustworthy man | |
| | Boy | Son of Zeus; To destroy; Sacker of cities | |
| | Girl | Hawthorn; Thorn | |
| | Boy | An arrow | |
| | Girl | Pure; Each of the two | |
| | Boy | Brave; Powerful; Ruler | |
| | Boy | Clear; Bright; Illustrious; Famous; A person residing near River Clare | |
| | Girl | New; Field; Clearing | |
| | Girl | Jagged mountain | |
| | Boy | Rich protector | |
| | Girl | Sad; Noise; Tumult | |
| | Boy | Brave; Manly; Wood clearing; Very rare | |
| | Girl | Wealth; Fortune; Heritage | |
| | Girl | Radiant; Bright; Regal; King; Ruling far and wide | |
| | Boy | Desirer of hound; Lover of wolves | |
| | Girl | Rock; Stone | |
| | Unisex | Sweat; Swelling; Shine; Splendor; Light; Glow | |
| | Boy | Fury; Passion; Cloud; Hero; Victory of the people; River; Champion | |
| | Girl | Pearl; Daisy; True; Enlightened; Luminous; Righteous; Free | |
| | Girl | Grace; Favor; My God is an oath | |
| | Unisex | Leader | |
| | Unisex | Mountainous | |
| | Girl | Reflected sound | |
| | Boy | God is gracious | |
| | Unisex | Renewal | |
| | Boy | One who remains calm | |
| | Girl | Gospel; Good news | |
| | Boy | Crooked nose | |
| | Unisex | Concordant in sound | |
| | Girl | Care; Protection; Diligence; God has answered | |
| | Boy | Lake colony; Name of an English city | |
| | Unisex | To harvest; Summer | |
| | Boy | Nightingale; Conscience; Good voice | |
| | Unisex | Sea land; Soul land; Resembling a seal; Resembling a fjord | |
| | Boy | A sacred text in Hindu religion; Ancient scriptures; Leave; Farewell; Valedictory; Firewood | |
| | Girl | Valley | |
| | Girl | Spear-shaft; Hazelnut; Ruler of all | |
| | Girl | Bright town; A place name in Britain | |
| | Boy | Freckled; Son of Brice; Speckled man's son | |
| | Girl | Scent; Odour | |
| | Boy | Little bald one | |
| | Girl | Irish people; Band of warriors; Happiness | |
| | Boy | Son of the carpenter | |
| | Boy | A raven; Red-haired; From the rowan tree | |
| | Boy | Remnants of a lake; Driftwood | |
| | Girl | The beloved one; Drop of the sea; Bitter | |
| | Unisex | Dew of the sea; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Love; Famous kind or type | |
| | Girl | Young; Recent; Wonder; New | |
| | Boy | To be rich; To become easy | |
| | Boy | Friendliness | |
| | Girl | Noble; Kind; Nobility; Madness | |
| | Boy | Blessed; Righteous; Right-handed; Good fortune | |
| | Girl | Life; Moon | |
| | Girl | Noble maiden; White; Blessed | |
| | Boy | Ash tree town; From the ash tree farm | |
| | Girl | Garden of holly; From the gray fortress; Rule; Glory | |
| | Boy | Brave commander; Powerful leader | |
| | Boy | Land of alder trees | |
| | Girl | Peace | |
| | Girl | Lily; Rose; Lotus | |
| | Boy | Son of all; Great warrior | |
| | Unisex | Lincoln Island; Island of the linden trees; Pool island; Lake | |
| | Girl | A great and famous ruler; Peace; World | |
| | Boy | Rock; Rocky; A steep rocky cliff; Crag; Outcrop | |
| | Boy | All-wise; Sage; Friend; Wine; Elf | |
| | Girl | Light; Truth; Of a noble kind; Defender of mankind | |
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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