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 | Lord Vishnu | |
| | Girl | Valley of the wolf | |
| | Girl | The other Aenor | |
| |  Unisex | Wood | |
| | Girl | Strength in battle | |
| | Girl | Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child | |
| | Girl | May's meadow; May's clearing | |
| | Girl | Arrow; Reed; Painter's brush; Elephant's eyeball | |
| | Boy | Linking or joining something together; Era; Generation; World | |
| | Boy | Pure | |
| | Boy | Red-haired; Fox-colored; Rush estate; Roof wood; Brushwood estate; Hringstan's hill | |
| | Girl | Light; Bloom; Blossom; | |
| | Boy | Laurel tree; Honor | |
| | Girl | New; Young; Novel | |
| | Girl | Beautiful; Eye-catching object; King; Fertile fields | |
| | Boy | A loved and cherished man; Sweetheart | |
| | Boy | Defender of men | |
| | Unisex | Mythical bird; Dark red | |
| | Boy | Unceasing; Brave; Vigorous | |
| | Boy | Desiring peace | |
| | Girl | Leaping water; Town | |
| | Boy | Ever ruler | |
| | Boy | Joy and stone | |
| | Boy | Star; Of the stars | |
| | Boy | Defending men | |
| | Unisex | To tear something into pieces | |
| | Boy | Wide; Broad | |
| | Girl | Noble; Little rock; To shine; Delicate | |
| | Girl | The noble and exalted one | |
| | Boy | Wise | |
| | Girl | Growth and progress; Son; Noble; Born; Elderly man; Grandfather | |
| | Boy | A condensed form of water vapor present in the atmosphere; Famous ruler; Famous wolf | |
| | Unisex | Unique and modern | |
| | Girl | To flow; Ground | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath; Grace; Favor | |
| | Boy | Sky; Heaven | |
| | Girl | Who is like Yahweh; Gift of God | |
| | Unisex | God remembers | |
| | Boy | A healer; Short form of the word doctor | |
| | Girl | Bird; Strength; To perceive | |
| | Unisex | God is my strength; Exalted father | |
| | Unisex | Magnolia | |
| | Boy | A very brave man; Wise; Understanding | |
| | Girl | Hazelnut; Bird | |
| | Boy | Lord; Prince | |
| | Boy | Beloved; Darling | |
| | Boy | From the hollow valley | |
| | Unisex | NA | |
| | Girl | Coral; Precious gemstone made by polishing coral | |
| | Girl | Ash tree settlement; Town of ash trees; Ash tree town | |
| | Girl | Unceasing; Industrious; Vigorous; Brave | |
| | Unisex | Father of peace | |
| | Girl | Judgement; Vindicated; God will judge | |
| | Girl | Caring; Compassionate | |
| | Unisex | High mountain; Exalted | |
| | Unisex | To consecrate or invoke divine favor upon; To consecrate with blood | |
| | Unisex | High; Lofty; Sublime | |
| | Boy | Ruler of the people; Peaceful ruler | |
| | Boy | Yahweh will exalt | |
| | Girl | Name for cave temples in India; God is my light | |
| | Girl | Cheerful | |
| | Boy | Broad clearing | |
| | Girl | To breathe; To live; Live with grace | |
| | Unisex | Song; Melody; Air | |
| | Girl | Pearl | |
| | Boy | King; Ancient | |
| | Unisex | Sheep; Diamond; Wool | |
| | Unisex | Handsome friend; Fine friend; Good friend | |
| | Boy | God of War; Mars; Male | |
| | Girl | Restored to the heart of God; Cassia tree; Cinnamon | |
| | Boy | Son of Maud | |
| | Boy | God's messenger; King | |
| | Girl | Christian; Follower of the Christ; Anointed | |
| | Boy | From the alder grove; Dark; Black; Challenge; Defiance | |
| | Girl | Bright; Famous; Black | |
| | Boy | From near the mills; Miller; Brave; Gentle strength | |
| | Girl | Church; Lotus; Graceful willow tree | |
| | Unisex | My God is Yahweh | |
| | Boy | Desired purpose; Wish | |
| | Girl | Laurel | |
| | Girl | Moon | |
| | Boy | Well-spoken; Sweetly speaking | |
| | Boy | Gentle breeze; Fresh air | |
| | Unisex | God will judge; Thankful | |
| | Boy | Eight or eighth | |
| | Girl | Generous; Noble; Vineyard | |
| | Boy | Olive; Olive tree; Ancestor's descendant; All cautious; Elf warrior | |
| | Girl | Happy; Country; Sun; Pomegranate tree; Man | |
| | Unisex | Tree | |
| | Boy | Wisdom; Reason; Chief; Descendant of Conn | |
| | Boy | Club footed; Bandy legged; | |
| | Girl | Small; Humble | |
| | Girl | Victorious; One who conquers; Strength; Journey | |
| | Unisex | Joyful; One who belongs to the Gauts | |
| | Boy | Wealth; Fortune; Guard | |
| | Girl | Solitary; One who is alone by herself; That which has passed; Empty | |
| | Girl | Noble; Nobility | |
| | Girl | Liberation; Extinguished; Blown out | |
| | Girl | Grace; Favor | |
| | Unisex | Gift of God | |
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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