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
Browse Top Baby Names by Year
| Name | Gender | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Girl | Gleam; Shine; Sparkle | |
| | Boy | Heathland hill; Heather-filled valley | |
| | Girl | A church | |
| | Boy | Brave; Heroic; Daring | |
| |  Unisex | Advice; Counsel; Protection; Clearing; Red clearing | |
| | Unisex | Small bird; Flutterrer; Small and chirpy person | |
| | Boy | Healer; Lord of salvation | |
| | Boy | Life of Zeus | |
| | Unisex | Speckled; Voyager; Traveller | |
| | Boy | Gold; Compassionate | |
| | Girl | Flax; Night; Fame; Splendor; Tranquility | |
| | Boy | Raised | |
| | Boy | God is gracious | |
| | Unisex | God is my salvation | |
| | Boy | Blessing from God; Helper; Their help; Of the sun | |
| | Girl | Boundless; Freedom; Security; Heaven and Earth | |
| | Girl | Earth; Strife; Discord | |
| | Girl | Shining; Sparkling | |
| | Boy | Love; Desire; Wish; Long; Crave; Crooked nose | |
| | Unisex | To live; To breathe | |
| | Boy | To laugh; He will rejoice | |
| | Boy | Courteous; Polite | |
| | Unisex | Corner farmstead; Corner Estate; Hollow wood; Hollow grove | |
| | Girl | Commander; Princess; Treetop | |
| | Boy | Son of Emery; Whole; Great; Ruler | |
| | Boy | The multitude of winning | |
| | Boy | My light | |
| | Girl | Favor; Grace | |
| | Girl | A variant of haven; Safety; Safe place; Port | |
| | Boy | One who is born with divine power | |
| | Unisex | Hall of light | |
| | Boy | Son of the ardent one; Enthusiasm | |
| | Girl | Hazelnut; Nut | |
| | Unisex | God is gracious | |
| | Boy | Red; Red-haired person | |
| | Boy | Venom of God | |
| | Unisex | Narrows; Channel; Strait; Hole; Narrow piece of land | |
| | Boy | To acquire; Possession | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath | |
| | Boy | Swordsman | |
| | Unisex | Desire or wished-for | |
| | Girl | One from the coniferous tree | |
| | Girl | Beloved man; Fat; Thick; Friend or lover of horses | |
| | Girl | Long hoped for; Desired | |
| | Unisex | Lyrical; Song-like | |
| | Boy | My lord; My master | |
| | Boy | Honest; Faithful; Truthful | |
| | Girl | Bean farmer | |
| | Boy | A born warrior; One who is manly and brave | |
| | Unisex | Beautiful; Adorable | |
| | Girl | Holy thunder | |
| | Girl | She who is in charge; Leader; Descended from a ruler | |
| | Unisex | Wisdom | |
| | Girl | Harmony | |
| | Girl | Protector of beauty | |
| | Boy | Son of Bradan; Salmon; Broad valley | |
| | Girl | Hay clearing | |
| | Boy | Hunt; Chase | |
| | Girl | Highly; Lofty; Sublime | |
| | Boy | Lord; Master | |
| | Boy | Elder tree forest; Elf; Rule | |
| | Girl | God is gracious | |
| | Boy | Title of honour | |
| | Boy | Brave boar | |
| | Boy | Hare land | |
| | Unisex | Youth; A young adult; Excellent; Healthy; Strong | |
| | Girl | Earth; Pure | |
| | Boy | Lofty; Exalted | |
| | Boy | A person with a Hawk like appearance; Fierce; Hawk; Horsemen; Lord; Brown | |
| | Girl | Star; Starry night; Star maiden; Flower | |
| | Girl | The daughter of King Latinus | |
| | Unisex | Boar; Woodland; Clearing; Elf ruler; Advice | |
| | Girl | Lake; Pond; Waterfall; Tender; Beautiful | |
| | Boy | He shines; God enlightens | |
| | Girl | Region belonging to Thracius; Warlike; Fighter; Powerful; Superior | |
| | Boy | God is my strength; God is my hero | |
| | Boy | God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Grassy area; Meadow | |
| | Boy | Joyful; Lions | |
| | Boy | Descendant of Angus | |
| | Boy | Stone worker | |
| | Girl | Lion; Vision or dream | |
| | Boy | God's gift | |
| | Girl | Birch tree clearing | |
| | Boy | God's gift | |
| | Unisex | Hedged enclosure; Wind; Fire | |
| | Girl | The exalted one; Power; Strength; Virtue | |
| | Girl | Wide; Broad; Spacious; Generous; Prosperous | |
| | Boy | Victory of the people | |
| | Girl | The people; Wales | |
| | Unisex | Cheerful | |
| | Girl | Empty; Vain; Pure; Cinnamon | |
| | Boy | Oak tree; Someone who lived near an oak tree | |
| | Unisex | Dry flower | |
| | Girl | My God has answered; God's gift | |
| | Boy | Son of Pays; Peace; Small; Humble | |
| | Boy | Shaft of feather; Pen made from a feather; Eagle | |
| | Unisex | Feel safe | |
| | Boy | God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Deliver us; Rescue; Savior; Save | |
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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