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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Boy | Archer; Shooter; Thrower; Counsel's protection; High father | |
| | Boy | A ridge; Edge of a field | |
| | Girl | Flower; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved | |
| |  Unisex | Lion of God | |
| | Unisex | Town of words | |
| | Girl | Travel at night; Help | |
| | Girl | Greatly loved; Sea of bitterness | |
| | Girl | Lovable | |
| | Girl | One who enlightens the night; Moon; Advisor; He has heard; Letters | |
| | Boy | Wakeful | |
| | Unisex | Gift of Yahweh; Honor; Love; Affection | |
| | Boy | Superior; Best | |
| | Unisex | Protected; Supported | |
| | Boy | To set in place | |
| | Unisex | Who is like God | |
| | Unisex | The people | |
| | Boy | Traveler | |
| | Unisex | Clock; Watch | |
| | Unisex | Fury; Passion; Hero; Cloud | |
| | Girl | Little rock; Rest; Ewe; Battle cry; Roar; Repose | |
| | Unisex | Royal fortress | |
| | Girl | Pure | |
| | Girl | Moon; Greek goddess of the moon; Heaven | |
| | Girl | From Sicily | |
| | Girl | Summer | |
| | Boy | Famous land; Renowned land | |
| | Girl | To praise or shine; Glory; Song; Hymn | |
| | Boy | Guardian; Protector; Savior; Handsome | |
| | Unisex | Radio jockey; Radio journalist | |
| | Girl | Favorable; Delight | |
| | Boy | Complete; Intelligent; Wise | |
| | Girl | Lord Krishna | |
| | Boy | God will establish; Raised by Yahweh | |
| | Boy | Elf stone; One who lives near the old manor or the hillside | |
| | Boy | One who has the strength of God; Yahweh strengthens | |
| | Unisex | Ewe lake | |
| | Girl | Elf ruler or king; Powerful elf; Might; Mother of many; High; Exalted; Noble | |
| | Boy | Masculine; Virile; Brave | |
| | Girl | Joy; Delight; Lively | |
| | Boy | Alarm; Notify; Advise; Observe; Brave | |
| | Girl | Come here; Pupil; To cut; Mother earth | |
| | Girl | Radiant; Bright; Regal; King; Ruling far and wide | |
| | Girl | King's messenger; Messenger of a chief; Royal messenger | |
| | Girl | Bird | |
| | Boy | Brave; Might; Powerful; One with Strength of a Diamond; Good news | |
| | Unisex | Abbreviation of first and middle names; J usually stands for Junior | |
| | Unisex | Twin | |
| | Girl | Victory; Conquest; Sun; Green shoot; Solitude | |
| | Boy | Beautiful; To be beautiful | |
| | Boy | A baker | |
| | Girl | Bright; Clear; Famous | |
| | Girl | God is gracious | |
| | Boy | Supplanter; Holder of the heel; May god protect | |
| | Girl | Maiden | |
| | Boy | Descendant of Braonán; Rain; Moisture; Drop | |
| | Unisex | Someone who makes or repairs wheels; Wheels | |
| | Girl | One from Airelle in France | |
| | Unisex | God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Bright light | |
| | Boy | Differently abled; Crippled | |
| | Unisex | A low area between hills or mountains; Someone who lived in the valley; To be strong | |
| | Boy | Rejoice | |
| | Girl | God is with us | |
| | Unisex | Whom God made | |
| | Girl | To turn; To return and repent to Allah | |
| | Boy | Dear friend | |
| | Unisex | Dry | |
| | Boy | Avenger or vengeful spirit | |
| | Boy | Son of the dairyman or dairywoman; Son of Dawe; Son of David | |
| | Unisex | Justice of Yahweh; God is my righteousness; God is mighty and just | |
| | Unisex | A gift from God has come | |
| | Boy | God is my father | |
| | Boy | Son of Dye | |
| | Boy | Rich guard | |
| | Boy | Rich friend | |
| | Boy | Truthful; Loyal; One who believes in God | |
| | Unisex | Angels | |
| | Boy | Ash tree town; A variant of the name Ashton | |
| | Girl | Christian; Follower of the Christ; Anointed | |
| | Boy | Bean farmer | |
| | Boy | Water; Favor; Protection; Preservation | |
| | Boy | Youthful; Downy-bearded | |
| | Girl | Deep red color; Purplish red | |
| | Girl | Narrows; Channel; Strait; Lake | |
| | Boy | Chief; Leader | |
| | Boy | From Hadria | |
| | Boy | Noble; Youthful; Exalted son; Shelter | |
| | Boy | Son of Hans; God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Defending men; Helper; Defender | |
| | Girl | Beauty and goddess-like | |
| | Boy | Pledge; Security; Hostage; A Helmet maker | |
| | Girl | Envious; Blue | |
| | Boy | He is the one who will give the right judgment | |
| | Girl | Sky; Heaven | |
| | Boy | Of Zeus; Dionysos; God | |
| | Boy | Raised by Yahweh; Yahweh will establish | |
| | Girl | A wonderful girl; Elegant beauty; Of wondrous beauty; Wonderful; Wondrous | |
| | Boy | Downy-bearded; Youth; Youthful | |
| | Unisex | A safe place | |
| | Girl | Divine grace; Born during a prosperous time; Famous; Grace | |
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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