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 | He will be crowned; King | |
| |  Girl | Bright-headed; Frequenting churches; War; Strife | |
| | Boy | He who is born with a part of Goddess Lakshmi | |
| | Boy | Wool; Pure; Clean; Slim; Thin | |
| | Boy | He who is a man of peace | |
| | Girl | Royal fortress meadow; Cyndeburg's field; War chief | |
| | Boy | A large river; Tiger | |
| | Boy | To cut | |
| | Boy | A meeting place; Where the waters meet | |
| | Unisex | Nobleman | |
| | Boy | Strong; Vigorous; Health | |
| | Girl | Helper; Defender | |
| | Unisex | Son of peace; From Paxton | |
| | Unisex | God is gracious | |
| | Girl | My God is Yahweh | |
| | Girl | One who achieved Greatness | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath | |
| | Girl | Sea of bitterness; Beloved; Wished-for child | |
| | Girl | Graceful; Sparkling star | |
| | Boy | Successor; Heir; Desert flower | |
| | Unisex | Happiness; Prosperity | |
| | Unisex | People of the south wind | |
| | Girl | A modern English name | |
| | Boy | God will increase; To add | |
| | Girl | Eyes; Resurrection | |
| | Girl | Follower of Christ; A christian | |
| | Girl | Flowing; Ground; Beautiful; Wise; Sound of jewels; Bow; Jasmine | |
| | Girl | Special; Wonderful | |
| | Unisex | A type of soft, velvety leather; Gloves from Sweden | |
| | Girl | Great queen; Goddess; Little king; Gracious and beloved | |
| | Unisex | Sun | |
| | Unisex | Graceful meadow; Bright | |
| | Girl | Brave ruler | |
| | Boy | Noble and ready | |
| | Unisex | Large waves; The way; Path | |
| | Boy | Prince; Chieftain; Lord | |
| | Girl | Purple; Entrance; Shadow | |
| | Boy | Collaborator; Helper | |
| | Boy | Thunder | |
| | Girl | Sand; Already; Weaving; Silk | |
| | Boy | The flying eagle; the flier | |
| | Unisex | Earth; Elevated place; Soft | |
| | Unisex | Someone from Texas | |
| | Unisex | Wished for child; Florist; Chieftain of a mountainous region | |
| | Boy | The one who brings praise for the parents | |
| | Girl | Good mother; Beloved; Love; Torch; Moon | |
| | Girl | Beautiful victory; Beloved victory | |
| | Boy | The best purpose | |
| | Unisex | Hillock; Mound | |
| | Unisex | Stone town; Town surrounded by stone | |
| | Girl | Who is like God? | |
| | Girl | Forest; A multitude of groves and woods; Wild | |
| | Boy | Army man; Palace; Castle | |
| | Girl | Belonging to Vishnu; All-pervasive | |
| | Boy | Resurrection; Righteous; Pure; Holy | |
| | Unisex | Favor of the people | |
| | Unisex | land of Eoghan; Visitor or knocker at the door | |
| | Boy | Jacob's youngest son; Son of the right hand; Son of the south | |
| | Unisex | Life; Plaiting; Twisting; Alive; Bright in battle | |
| | Unisex | Wave; Sea foam | |
| | Girl | White; Blessed | |
| | Unisex | Wild; Untamed; Uncontrolled | |
| | Unisex | Well town; Willow town; Town on the river Wylye; Tricky | |
| | Girl | A beam of light; Ewe | |
| | Girl | Yahweh has bestowed | |
| | Boy | Bridge | |
| | Boy | Famous battle; Glorious war | |
| | Girl | Robe; Garment; Preparation for a journey | |
| | Boy | A falling Eagle | |
| | Girl | Wisdom | |
| | Unisex | My princess; God is ruler; The Pleiades | |
| | Boy | From Artagnan | |
| | Unisex | Pure honey | |
| | Boy | Defender; Beloved; River; To fight for justice | |
| | Unisex | Son of Apollo and Rhoeo | |
| | Unisex | Glowing; Attractive; Goddess Lakshmi | |
| | Girl | Gentle dew from heaven; By the water; To blossom; Dew from God | |
| | Girl | Light; Holy; Blessed; Hay clearing; The other Aenor | |
| | Girl | Helper of mankind; Noble; Kind | |
| | Girl | Joy | |
| | Boy | Ruler of the people | |
| | Girl | Of the noble kind; Noble; Honorable | |
| | Boy | Descendent of Donndubhan; Dark; Brown | |
| | Unisex | Barberry tree; Fortified hill | |
| | Boy | Little fire; Descendant of the bright-eyed one | |
| | Girl | Joyful deer | |
| | Boy | Wetting; Moistening | |
| | Girl | God is gracious | |
| | Unisex | War; Crow; Shore | |
| | Girl | Fiery; Fire | |
| | Unisex | Aythe's son; Noble title | |
| | Girl | Resurrection; Reborn | |
| | Boy | Whole; Great; Unceasing; Brave; Home; Ruler; King | |
| | Girl | Wind; Air; Favor; Grace | |
| | Boy | Wide meadow, woodland, or clearing | |
| | Unisex | Phase child; Underworld child; Reading child | |
| | Girl | Elf king | |
| | Boy | Victory of the Guru | |
| | Unisex | Bracca's town; Badger; Brock's town | |
| | Unisex | Happiness; Snow; Valuable; Chronicle | |
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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