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 | Desert dweller; Deserts | |
| |  Girl | Name of a flowering shrub | |
| | Boy | Living; Alive | |
| | Girl | Queen mother; White; Pure | |
| | Unisex | Verse; Hindu mantra; Hymn | |
| | Boy | The son of Flann | |
| | Girl | Man; Army; Song; Freeholder | |
| | Unisex | History; Tale | |
| | Girl | Precious stone Jade | |
| | Girl | Free woman | |
| | Boy | Who is like God? | |
| | Girl | Follower of Christ; Clear, colorless glass; Ice; Sparkling | |
| | Unisex | Italian place name; City of canals | |
| | Unisex | To behold; To see before; God beholds; Gift of God; God exists | |
| | Boy | A person who is pious; Faithful; Believer; One who believes in God | |
| | Girl | New day | |
| | Boy | God has given; Gift of God | |
| | Girl | Rival | |
| | Boy | Energetic; Determined; Leader | |
| | Unisex | Discord; Earth | |
| | Unisex | Charcoal burner; Charcoal seller; Little warrior | |
| | Girl | Rival | |
| | Unisex | Cash; Sky; Universe | |
| | Girl | Spirit; Soul; Life | |
| | Boy | Prince; Son of Pritha | |
| | Unisex | Charcoal burner; Charcoal seller | |
| | Boy | Small; Humble | |
| | Girl | To breathe; To live; Life | |
| | Unisex | Grace; Beautiful; Elephant | |
| | Boy | Rock; Stone | |
| | Boy | Promise; Hare meadow; Long field | |
| | Boy | Dark | |
| | Boy | Raven | |
| | Boy | Fifth | |
| | Girl | The Gift of God; Generous Gift; Blessing | |
| | Girl | Ash tree clearing; Of the Ash tree meadow; Dweller near the Ash tree meadow | |
| | Boy | Fifth | |
| | Girl | From the high wood land; Hen; Wild bird | |
| | Boy | Great army | |
| | Girl | Speckled; Freckled | |
| | Unisex | One who uses a cart | |
| | Boy | Local official; Prefect; Sheriff | |
| | Girl | Victorious; Subduing; Conquering | |
| | Boy | Rye land | |
| | Boy | Red; Fame; Land; Brave; Rose | |
| | Girl | White phantom; Magical being; Lady of the people; Little Bird; Prince | |
| | Boy | Red | |
| | Boy | Behold, a son | |
| | Unisex | From the meadow land | |
| | Boy | True; Real | |
| | Girl | God is gracious; From Jupiter | |
| | Girl | Dark-haired; From the fortress; Descendant of the dark | |
| | Girl | Pure | |
| | Boy | Rejoicing; Happiness | |
| | Unisex | South Munster; Desired; Longing; Desire; Country | |
| | Girl | Shining upon men | |
| | Boy | Crown 100 | |
| | Unisex | Son of Madoc; Good; Fortunate | |
| | Boy | One who seeks knowledge; Seeker | |
| | Unisex | The well on the other side | |
| | Boy | Comforter | |
| | Boy | Eighth | |
| | Girl | A woman of ancient Rome | |
| | Unisex | A large system of stars; Milky | |
| | Boy | Poet | |
| | Unisex | God is gracious | |
| | Boy | To shine | |
| | Girl | Illuminated; Filled with light; Brighten | |
| | Girl | Of Magdala | |
| | Unisex | Endlessness | |
| | Boy | Title of honor | |
| | Girl | Moon; Month; Light; Genuine; Male; Dance; Full; Queen; Apple tree | |
| | Boy | Yahweh is good | |
| | Girl | Mother; Sea warrior | |
| | Unisex | Invented name | |
| | Boy | Three | |
| | Unisex | Protector; One who gives victory; Helper | |
| | Girl | Pool; Lake | |
| | Boy | Supplanter; Holder of the heel | |
| | Unisex | Miracle of God; Immortal | |
| | Unisex | Claw; Nail; Gemstone | |
| | Unisex | Precious gems | |
| | Girl | Shining; Bright; Radiant | |
| | Girl | Honor; Esteem; Dignity; Light | |
| | Boy | Descendant of the helpful one; Son of Odo; Helpful | |
| | Boy | Wild boar; Will; Desire; Fortress | |
| | Unisex | Heavenly flowers; Royal child | |
| | Girl | A princess; Noblewoman; Lady | |
| | Girl | Star cluster; The Pleiades | |
| | Boy | Descent; Descending | |
| | Girl | Wide meadow; Wide island | |
| | Boy | God is gracious | |
| | Unisex | Of Magdala; Tower | |
| | Boy | Lovely; Beautiful | |
| | Unisex | Desire; Wish; Spring; First; Vision; Bud | |
| | Boy | First ray of sun | |
| | Unisex | Courage; Bravery | |
| | Boy | Servant of the powerful | |
| | Girl | Companion in evening conversations; Wind or air | |
| | Boy | Chaste; Modest; Pure | |
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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