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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Boy | Club; Mace | |
| | Girl | Fragrant flowering tree; Beauty; Life of Zeus | |
| | Boy | A person from the place of the laurel trees, From Laurentum | |
| | Girl | Near-anagram of Earth | |
| | Boy | My angel; Messenger of God | |
| | Girl | Ruler; King; Whole; Great; Brave; Wish for a child | |
| | Boy | The god of war; Mars; Dedicated to Mars; Warlike; Male | |
| | Girl | Oak grove; From France | |
| | Girl | God's gift; Hand; Gift | |
| | Girl | My lord has answered | |
| |  Unisex | Hazel tree meadow; Enclosure on the hills; Wet haylands | |
| | Boy | God is gracious | |
| | Unisex | Son of Jack | |
| | Boy | Of the forest or woods | |
| | Girl | Delicate; To rejoice; Pure; Clearing | |
| | Unisex | Gracious; Dear; Soldier | |
| | Girl | Citadel; Fort; Pure; Crown of laurels | |
| | Boy | Thankful; He will judge | |
| | Boy | Roman; From Rome; City of Rome; Glorious power; Famous authority | |
| | Boy | From Hadria | |
| | Girl | Ultimate bliss; Liberated; Salvation; Extinguished; Blown out | |
| | Girl | Noble | |
| | Boy | Magnificient; Respected; Venerable; Exalted | |
| | Girl | Descendant of Raonull | |
| | Girl | Noble | |
| | Girl | Beautiful; Peace; Graced by God | |
| | Boy | My brother is exalted; High-Born | |
| | Girl | To cut; Tailor | |
| | Boy | Resolute protector; Will helmet | |
| | Girl | Hospitality | |
| | Girl | Noble; Maidens; Chaste; Exalted; Beauty | |
| | Boy | Strong; Confident; Unique | |
| | Boy | A sheltered port; A place of refuge; A variant of harbour | |
| | Unisex | Nobleness; Nobility | |
| | Boy | Of the Levites; The tribe of Levi; Joined; Attached | |
| | Girl | One who is victorious; Winner; One who is blessed with success | |
| | Boy | Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest | |
| | Boy | Leopard; Panther; Good; Pure | |
| | Girl | Offering with devotion to God; Salutation | |
| | Unisex | Pure; Beloved; Lion of God; Hero | |
| | Boy | Virtuous | |
| | Girl | To be guided by; Name of Goddess Parvati | |
| | Unisex | Peace; Calm; Feeling of security; Trust; Safety; Handsome; Healthy and strong | |
| | Boy | Ready for battle; Fennel; The pool; Beauty; To watch; To guard | |
| | Boy | Steel | |
| | Boy | Son of Thomas | |
| | Girl | Already seen; Remembrance | |
| | Boy | Enclosed piece of land; Large area of pasture; People | |
| | Girl | Beautiful; Goddess; Other; Hawthorn flower; Beautiful fairy | |
| | Unisex | Bought land; One that is good at coping | |
| | Girl | To abstain; To wean | |
| | Boy | Ocean; Request garden | |
| | Girl | God is gracious | |
| | Unisex | Golden; Shining; Brilliant | |
| | Unisex | Strength; Hands; Power; Aega's hill | |
| | Boy | Defender of mankind; Protector of mankind | |
| | Boy | Eagle; Eagle ruler; Mountain of strength | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath | |
| | Girl | Invokable; Yielding to prayer; Favor; Beautiful | |
| | Girl | Sea of bitterness; Beloved | |
| | Boy | Famous warrior | |
| | Boy | Free man; Army | |
| | Girl | Lamb; Universal; Happy | |
| | Girl | God is a judge | |
| | Girl | Gracious gift of God | |
| | Unisex | A sacred song or hymn; A song sung to the harp | |
| | Boy | Rock; Stone | |
| | Girl | Truth | |
| | Unisex | My God is Yahweh; Nobleness; Nobility | |
| | Girl | Truthful; Trustworthy; Faithful; Honest woman | |
| | Girl | Royal; Clearing belonging to Cyne | |
| | Boy | The Lord is my redemption | |
| | Unisex | God is gracious; Yahweh is gracious | |
| | Boy | Powerful; Fierce; Unstoppable | |
| | Unisex | Land of Eoghan; Young; Rock; Thunder | |
| | Girl | May; Goddess of growth; Beloved; Wished-for child | |
| | Boy | To descend; To flow down | |
| | Girl | Grieved; Distressed; Caring one | |
| | Unisex | Beautiful woman | |
| | Girl | My father is joy | |
| | Unisex | Lion | |
| | Boy | Devoted to God | |
| | Boy | Dark; Swarthy; Little dark one | |
| | Boy | Gift of God; A medieval weapon; Twin | |
| | Girl | Garden; Paradise; Heaven; God is gracious | |
| | Boy | Rain clouds; Blessed rain drops | |
| | Unisex | Giant redwood tree; Longevity | |
| | Unisex | Person from Airelle in France | |
| | Boy | Lover; Capital city of France | |
| | Unisex | Love | |
| | Unisex | God contends | |
| | Boy | Rye clearing; Brave; Descendant of Raghailleach | |
| | Girl | Lion | |
| | Boy | Peace | |
| | Girl | Elevated; Sublime; Supreme | |
| | Unisex | Ocean explorer or sea wanderer | |
| | Girl | Wood; Timber clearing | |
| | Unisex | Stylish and modern | |
| | Girl | Beloved; God has favored me; Bitter grace | |
| | Boy | Gentle; Merciful; Warm-hearted | |
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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