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 | Night time; Dark | |
| | Boy | Nobleman | |
| | Boy | Marshy meadow; Pleasant wood; Boundary; Pleasant seaside meadow; | |
| | Boy | Rock; Stone | |
| | Boy | Brave ruler; Mighty king; Firm ruler | |
| | Girl | Princess; Treetop; Commander | |
| |  Unisex | From the city of London | |
| | Boy | Rich guard | |
| | Girl | Lily; Pure; Innocence; My God is an oath | |
| | Boy | Manly; Valiant | |
| | Boy | Rival; Eager | |
| | Girl | Royal fortress meadow; Cyndeburg's field; War chief | |
| | Boy | Young male horse; Horsekeeper | |
| | Girl | God is my oath; Pledged to God | |
| | Boy | Lion of God | |
| | Boy | Round hill; A hillock; Hump | |
| | Boy | Becca's homestead | |
| | Unisex | Lord; Master; Beautiful young man | |
| | Girl | Playful; Amusement; Dark beauty; Night | |
| | Girl | Harmony; Offering; Beautiful; Exalted; Precious; Child | |
| | Girl | Lord; Master | |
| | Girl | Divine; Goddesslike; Sky; Perfect | |
| | Boy | Gift of Yahweh | |
| | Girl | Perfect; Young ceremonial attendant | |
| | Boy | God's spear; Friend of deer | |
| | Girl | Passion; Fury; Hero; Cloud | |
| | Boy | Illumination; Light | |
| | Girl | Faith; Summer; Valor; Foreign | |
| | Boy | Warlike; Dedicated to Mars | |
| | Girl | Expectation; The virtue of Hope | |
| | Girl | Fence; Enclosure; Fire; Descendant of Aodh; | |
| | Girl | Grace; Favor | |
| | Boy | Son or descendant of Cadán; Strength; Battle spirit; Warrior | |
| | Girl | From the Earth; Sea; Rejoice; Pure; Each of the two | |
| | Boy | Settlement by the Riming stream | |
| | Girl | Soldier; Merciful; Grace | |
| | Boy | Lord; Prince | |
| | Girl | Noble; Alyssum flower | |
| | Boy | At the ash tree; Cliff | |
| | Girl | Messenger; Angel | |
| | Boy | God contends | |
| | Girl | Favor; Grace; Merciful | |
| | Unisex | Crown; Wreath; Renowned | |
| | Boy | Hollow valley | |
| | Unisex | Rock hill; Army hill | |
| | Boy | God has healed | |
| | Girl | Good news | |
| | Unisex | Cloak; Lover | |
| | Unisex | Yahweh is gracious; Lily | |
| | Boy | Exalted by the Lord | |
| | Girl | Ewe; Female sheep | |
| | Boy | Box-maker; Wealth | |
| | Girl | Blessing; Graceful; Favor | |
| | Boy | One who is from the priest's settlement or town | |
| | Girl | Night; Dark beauty; Dark-haired | |
| | Boy | Archer; Narrows; Channel; Strait; Victory of the people; Hole | |
| | Boy | Son of Jack; God has been gracious | |
| | Girl | God is my oath | |
| | Boy | Jet aircraft; Intense black color | |
| | Girl | Night beauty; Delicate; Night | |
| | Boy | Devotion to God; Faithfulness; Bold; Whole; Heart | |
| | Girl | Noble | |
| | Boy | Clearing of rye; Valiant | |
| | Boy | Hearing; Listening; Flat-nosed | |
| | Girl | Bright; Radiant | |
| | Boy | A bird that gets reborn from ashes; Dark red; Excellent person | |
| | Girl | Eight or eighth | |
| | Boy | The new house | |
| | Unisex | Saint Denis | |
| | Girl | Star of the sea; Grace | |
| | Boy | Freckled; Strength; Swift; Speckled | |
| | Boy | Famous warrior | |
| | Girl | Small, singing bird | |
| | Girl | Torch; Bright light | |
| | Boy | Mars; God of war; Male; Warlike; Hammer; Defender | |
| | Girl | Butterfly | |
| | Boy | Money; Money box | |
| | Boy | Place of elms | |
| | Unisex | Darling; Descendant of Tadhgán | |
| | Girl | Crown of laurels; Who is like god | |
| | Unisex | Peaceful town | |
| | Girl | Bitter; Star of the sea; A wished for child | |
| | Boy | My messenger; My angel | |
| | Girl | Sun; Sunshine; Bright | |
| | Boy | One who is humble and small | |
| | Boy | Handsome; Comely; Respect | |
| | Unisex | Acrobat; Dancer; Boatman; Seafarer; Mariner; Ropemaker | |
| | Boy | Victory of the people | |
| | Girl | Sorrows | |
| | Boy | Fighter; Battler | |
| | Girl | Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Beloved; Star of the sea | |
| | Boy | Narrow lane; Path; Meadow | |
| | Boy | Victorious; Attractive; Summer color | |
| | Boy | One who lived near a brook; Small stream | |
| | Girl | Handsome; Little rock; Torch | |
| | Boy | Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest | |
| | Girl | Noble natured; Noble; Kind | |
| | Boy | Flourishing; Long-lived; Wealthy; Famous; Eloquent; Gifted | |
| | Girl | God is my judge | |
| | Girl | God is gracious | |
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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