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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Unisex | Fallow land | |
| |  Boy | Greatest | |
| | Boy | Two lights | |
| | Boy | Followed by good luck | |
| | Unisex | March | |
| | Unisex | Gift; Reward | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath; Dedicated to God | |
| | Boy | French form of Taylor; A tailor | |
| | Boy | Chief; Head; Leader | |
| | Girl | Beautiful; Good; Fire-born | |
| | Unisex | Son of Jens | |
| | Girl | Mighty in battle | |
| | Boy | Ruler of the land | |
| | Girl | Weary; Cow | |
| | Girl | Christmas day; Born on Christmas day | |
| | Unisex | Sound; Child; Rather; Radical; Sunday; Grace; | |
| | Boy | Of Magdala; Son of Maud; Strength in battle | |
| | Boy | Firm desire; Strong will | |
| | Girl | Queen; Rain; Happy; Willing | |
| | Girl | Ewe; Beam of light; Advice; Protection | |
| | Girl | Lady; Princess; Noblewoman | |
| | Unisex | Mercy of God; God will have pity | |
| | Boy | Gift; Present; Grant; Accomplish | |
| | Boy | The Lord is my Yahweh | |
| | Girl | Achiever; Attainer; Gracious | |
| | Boy | Unique; Without second | |
| | Boy | Open space; Sky | |
| | Unisex | Gracious; Dear; Soldier | |
| | Girl | Mermaid; Clear; Tranquil; Serene | |
| | Unisex | Prosperous journey; A vehicle of success | |
| | Girl | Domain belonging to Thracius; Of Thracia | |
| | Boy | Defender or helper of the people | |
| | Unisex | Woman; Narrow; Lily; Thunder; From Nazareth | |
| | Girl | Soul; Breath; Energy | |
| | Unisex | One who lives near a steep hill; Stile; Set of steps | |
| | Boy | Defender; Helper | |
| | Boy | Tiler of roofs | |
| | Boy | Strong; Fierce; Ruler | |
| | Boy | Noble; Ready | |
| | Unisex | Strong, courageous, and noble | |
| | Boy | Hero; Brave | |
| | Boy | Yahweh is my light | |
| | Boy | Immortality; Long-lived; Virtuous | |
| | Girl | My music; My praise | |
| | Boy | A commander of the armed forces; A general; A born princess | |
| | Girl | Favor; Grace; Adorned | |
| | Boy | To conquer; Prevailing | |
| | Girl | Moon; Lightning; Restless | |
| | Boy | Sky; Space; To fly or soar | |
| | Unisex | Fame; Wolf | |
| | Boy | Wild boar; Bright; Willful | |
| | Boy | Eagle ruler | |
| | Girl | Princess; Commander; High born; Treetop | |
| | Unisex | Oarsman; Rower | |
| | Boy | Blessed; Victorious; Bearing the strength of a horse | |
| | Girl | May father is joy; My father is exulted | |
| | Girl | Nobility; Kind; Noble | |
| | Unisex | Full of life; Alive; Eighth | |
| | Boy | The new house | |
| | Boy | A call for prayer | |
| | Girl | Always; The only one; Grace; Favor; Scene; Sight; Mirror; Difficult birth; Elegant love; Chaste | |
| | Unisex | Small; Night; Village | |
| | Girl | Little female bear; Wisdom; Knowledge; Harmony; Offering; Beautiful; Exalted; Precious; Child; Light | |
| | Boy | From Sebaste; Venerable | |
| | Girl | Little rock; Handsome; Precious | |
| | Boy | Bear; Bore | |
| | Unisex | Land of the Scots; Gaelic speaker | |
| | Girl | Sleepless; Nightless | |
| | Unisex | Wood | |
| | Girl | Grace; Favor | |
| | Boy | Sword; Fire; Torch | |
| | Unisex | Attractive; Faithful; Darling | |
| | Unisex | Gold | |
| | Unisex | Unique; Strong; Mysterious | |
| | Girl | Ash tree clearing; Meadow of Ash trees; Of the Ash tree meadow | |
| | Unisex | Glow; Splendor; Light | |
| | Girl | Exalted one; Mighty; Help; Strong | |
| | Boy | Earth lover; Earth mother | |
| | Unisex | Little and fiery | |
| | Boy | One who is from the mountains | |
| | Boy | Greek God Dionysus | |
| | Girl | Beautiful; Free man | |
| | Boy | From Denton; Valley town | |
| | Girl | Exalted; Lofty | |
| | Boy | Given by God | |
| | Girl | Hanging hair; Little one; Light | |
| | Boy | To tide; To flow | |
| | Girl | God is light; Dreamer | |
| | Boy | Torch; Corposcant; My God is help; My God is Yahweh | |
| | Girl | The other Aenor; Light | |
| | Unisex | Descendant of Andrew | |
| | Boy | Home ruler | |
| | Girl | Honey-yellow; Blond; Elf | |
| | Boy | The wind from Ion sea; Our wind; Elderly | |
| | Boy | Supplanter; May God protect | |
| | Girl | Weaver; Wisdom; Deer; Wood | |
| | Unisex | City named after Goddess Athena | |
| | Unisex | Song; Melody; Noble one; Honorable | |
| | Girl | Peace; Powerful ruler | |
| | Girl | Gray battle; Gravel; Frightful hero | |
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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