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 | Thor's bear; Thunder bear | |
| | Girl | Dream; Vision; Heavenly | |
| | Girl | Sapphire; Lapis lazuli | |
| | Boy | Enclosure; Yard; Town; End; Limit | |
| | Girl | Handsome; Little rock; My God is an oath; Afloat; Wood; World | |
| | Boy | Fair town | |
| | Girl | Reunion; Arrival; Stone; Rock; Forest; Wood | |
| | Boy | Descendant of Ciaragá; Black or dark | |
| | Boy | Thunder; Chance; Fortune | |
| | Boy | He who owns the olive wand | |
| | Girl | Moon | |
| |  Unisex | Powerful; Dominant; Ruthless | |
| | Boy | Pilgrim to Rome | |
| | Unisex | The wronged; The deprived | |
| | Boy | To praise God with music | |
| | Girl | High; Lofty; Sublime; Exalted one | |
| | Boy | To increase; Growth; Abundance | |
| | Girl | May father is joy; He rejoices; My father's joy | |
| | Girl | Of Arcadia; Place of abundance; Bear | |
| | Girl | Son of Adam | |
| | Unisex | Heaven; The garden of Eden | |
| | Girl | Nobleness; One of a noble kind | |
| | Unisex | Mighty; Strong; Courageous | |
| | Boy | Grace; Favor | |
| | Girl | From the hills | |
| | Boy | Bear; Bear-like; Bold; Strong man; A Champion | |
| | Girl | Hope; My God has answered | |
| | Boy | Happy; Blessed; Someone who lived by Ash tree | |
| | Girl | Message; Tiding; News; Messenger | |
| | Boy | Cool night breeze; A royal breeze | |
| | Girl | Alive; Lively; Favor; Grace; Violet | |
| | Girl | City dweller | |
| | Boy | He who defends life | |
| | Girl | Hawk | |
| | Girl | God is great; Yahweh is exalted | |
| | Boy | Hill near a spring | |
| | Unisex | Wind; Thunderbolt; Goddess Lakshmi | |
| | Girl | Mind; Heart; Lean; Fit; Nightingale; Sweet voice | |
| | Girl | Brave; Fine | |
| | Boy | God supports and heals | |
| | Girl | High; Power; Hill | |
| | Boy | A soldier's son; Son of red warrior | |
| | Girl | White Raven; Fair breast | |
| | Boy | Ford near a slope; Settlement near a cliff; Cliff | |
| | Girl | Pure; Slender | |
| | Girl | Master; Lord | |
| | Unisex | Resolute protector; Will helmet | |
| | Girl | High; Lofty; Sublime | |
| | Boy | Yahweh is my God | |
| | Girl | Bright; White; Noble | |
| | Boy | Son of Erik; Ever ruler | |
| | Boy | A unique personality | |
| | Boy | Blond; Flowering | |
| | Boy | Spear; Power of spear; Warrior; Strong spear | |
| | Boy | To restore; To repair; Reward of God to His parents | |
| | Unisex | From Agnes town | |
| | Girl | Jasmine flower | |
| | Boy | Home leader | |
| | Unisex | Royal child; Prince; To decay | |
| | Boy | Collector; One who assembles | |
| | Girl | Dove; Daytime | |
| | Boy | Bright heart; Mind-bright; Shining intellect | |
| | Boy | A unit of land; Open cultivated land; Moor | |
| | Unisex | Respected; Venerable | |
| | Girl | Young person; Born in June | |
| | Boy | Old Georgian form of John; Yahweh is gracious | |
| | Girl | Royal fortress meadow; Cyndeburg's field; War chief | |
| | Boy | Raised up | |
| | Boy | A swift one; Horse; Fleet | |
| | Girl | Silver | |
| | Boy | Ruler of the spear | |
| | Unisex | Winner; Victor | |
| | Girl | Flax wood; Lime tree woodland; Lime grove | |
| | Boy | Life; To live | |
| | Unisex | Door, entrance | |
| | Girl | Wish or a vow to a deity; Grace; Favor; Praise | |
| | Girl | The future; The time that is yet to come; Wait; Beauty; Thunder | |
| | Unisex | Smoldering fire; Flat-topped hill; Industrious; Power; Home power | |
| | Girl | I love you; Open | |
| | Unisex | Belonging to God; Of the Lord | |
| | Girl | The one who is fighting for the multitude | |
| | Boy | Praiser; Poet; Light beam; One who praises; Sacred creature representing beauty, grace, and knowledge | |
| | Boy | Ruler of the world | |
| | Girl | God has healed | |
| | Unisex | Helped by God; God has helped | |
| | Girl | Wise and graceful; Gracious beam of light; Little king; Wise; Smart | |
| | Boy | Aim; Goal; Observe; Target; Sign; Mark; Quality; Goal | |
| | Unisex | Carrying rice | |
| | Girl | Great queen; Village; Affection; Second; Ice crack; Waterfall | |
| | Boy | God will help | |
| | Unisex | Beautiful jay bird | |
| | Boy | A keeper of loaf; Noble title | |
| | Boy | Vernal; Of the springtime; Krishna; Descendant of Madhu; Honey | |
| | Girl | Tones; Musical note | |
| | Boy | Skilled; Talented | |
| | Boy | Acceptance; Obedience | |
| | Girl | The one and only | |
| | Unisex | Young woman; Virgin | |
| | Boy | Golden touch | |
| | Girl | Life; Victory | |
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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