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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Girl | God is gracious | |
| |  Unisex | Who is like God? | |
| | Boy | To be beautiful; He who possesses great looks | |
| | Girl | Traveler; Pilgrim; Foreigner; Pear tree; Son of Herry; Home ruler | |
| | Boy | Friend | |
| | Girl | Brilliance; Radiance; Splendour; Work of art; Shining light | |
| | Boy | Homeland; To construct; Respect; Strong; God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Princess; One who laughs; Serene | |
| | Unisex | Tree | |
| | Girl | Noble one; Kind; Yahweh is my refuge; God is my refuge | |
| | Girl | Heaven | |
| | Girl | Beautiful; Radiant | |
| | Boy | Sword; The protector of something | |
| | Girl | Blessed; Happy; Voyager | |
| | Boy | Date palm; Tall | |
| | Boy | Gift of Isis | |
| | Boy | Portion; Excerpt; Part; Honesty | |
| | Boy | Son of the right hand; Son of the south | |
| | Girl | Free woman; Army; Freeholder; Song of joy; Strong; Beautiful | |
| | Girl | Servant of God; Worshipper | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath | |
| | Boy | Maker and seller of strings and cords | |
| | Boy | Horn | |
| | Boy | Someone who lives high or on a hill; Stick | |
| | Girl | Ewe; Lamb | |
| | Girl | Brilliant; Splendid; Second Child | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath | |
| | Girl | A Christian; Follower of Jesus Christ | |
| | Unisex | Tumult; Sad; Sorrowful; Noise | |
| | Unisex | Good man; Belongs | |
| | Girl | Adoration; Adored | |
| | Girl | Letter; Syllable; Sound; Unalterable; Imperishable; One of many names of Lord Vishnu, Lord Brahma, and Lord Shiva | |
| | Boy | Son of Jack; God is gracious | |
| | Girl | The month of April | |
| | Boy | God's beloved | |
| | Girl | Laurel | |
| | Boy | Town of the Celts; Calf town; Spring village | |
| | Girl | Whole; Great | |
| | Boy | A town with a leek garden | |
| | Unisex | Day of the Sun; Sun's day | |
| | Girl | Clear; Bright; Famous | |
| | Unisex | Moonlight; Moon | |
| | Boy | Courage; Bravery; Valor; Might | |
| | Girl | Soothing; Disciple of St. Columba; Raspberry; Small | |
| | Boy | Highest point of a mountain or a hill | |
| | Unisex | To be faithful | |
| | Boy | Priceless; Inestimable; Flower | |
| | Boy | Warlike; Martial; Devoted to Ares; Of Ares | |
| | Unisex | Unique and modern name | |
| | Girl | Of the Ash-tree meadow; Ash tree clearing; Dream; Vision | |
| | Boy | Lion; God's strength | |
| | Girl | Fourth letter in the Greek alphabet; Door; Island formed at the mouth of a river | |
| | Girl | Lady; Woman | |
| | Boy | Speckled; Spotted | |
| | Girl | Queen; Maiden; Famous in battle; Farmer; Well-born | |
| | Unisex | Sea of freedom; The free-flowing ocean | |
| | Boy | Sea of bitterness; Wished for child; Rebellious | |
| | Girl | Grace; Gratitude; Blessing | |
| | Boy | Belonging to God | |
| | Boy | Dark; Swarthy; Little dark one | |
| | Boy | Fortunate warrior; Isthmus | |
| | Unisex | Song; Melody; Noble; Respected; Lion | |
| | Girl | Pure; Keeper of the keys; Rare beauty; Crown | |
| | Unisex | Descendant of Bradan; Primrose; Salmon | |
| | Girl | To passover; Bright; Purpose; Of Sidon | |
| | Boy | Holder of the heel; Supplanter | |
| | Unisex | Eternal; Heavenly; Holy; Godlike; Of A God | |
| | Girl | My height; My exaltation; Dew of the sea | |
| | Boy | Hare land; Rock hill; Army hill; Grey land | |
| | Girl | Pledge | |
| | Girl | Fairy queen | |
| | Unisex | Made by God; East | |
| | Boy | Capable; Competent; Powerful | |
| | Girl | Amber; A precious jewel; Orange-yellow field | |
| | Boy | Lake meadow; Lake clearing | |
| | Girl | One who bakes professionally | |
| | Boy | A Vandal; Name of a Germanic tribe | |
| | Girl | Goddess of hunting and childbirth; Divine; Goddess | |
| | Boy | A hilltop or the top of a mountain | |
| | Girl | Elm tree | |
| | Boy | Rocky water; Wild or rough stream | |
| | Unisex | Wellborn; Noble | |
| | Boy | Fearless; Courageous; Aggressive | |
| | Unisex | Star | |
| | Girl | Good mother; Foster mother; Dame; Illusion; Magic; Water; Mine | |
| | Boy | People; Gift of God | |
| | Girl | Pleasantness; Tranquil; Happy; At ease | |
| | Boy | Army friend; Boar friend | |
| | Boy | Rules his household | |
| | Girl | Beautiful rose; Gentle horse | |
| | Boy | Handsome; Good; Beautiful | |
| | Girl | Bright meadow | |
| | Girl | Date palm tree; One who loves the land | |
| | Boy | In a cauldron or hollow | |
| | Boy | Barn; From the farmstead | |
| | Unisex | Victory of the people; Descendant of Coileán | |
| | Girl | Defender or helper of the people | |
| | Boy | Heather field; Noble clearing | |
| | Unisex | Man; Warrior; Edge; Clearing | |
| | Boy | Remnants of a lake;Seahill front; Drop of the sea; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love; | |
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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