Home / Pregnancy / Baby Names These will be the most popular baby names of 2022 @tdyuvbanova/Twenty20 This list is full of baby name predictionsâsome classics, some surprises, and a lot of sweetness. By Cassandra Stone December 20, 2021 @tdyuvbanova/Twenty20 Rectangle Inside this article Here are our predictions for baby name trends in the new year: Shoppable If you’re expecting a baby in 2022, you already know there is no shortage of names to choose from. But if you’re into popular baby namesâeither because you like them or you want to steer clear of themâit looks like 2022 is going to be full of pop culture inspiration, the classics, and a few surprises along the way. Here are our predictions for baby name trends in the new year: Traditional names It felt like 2021 was all about modern boho vibesâfrom interior decor to baby names. Based on fluctuating trends and what interior designers are predicting for 2022, we think parents will be looking more to the classics this year compared to years past. Examples: Charlotte, Isabelle, Abigail, Henry, Oliver, James. Celtic names Thanks to the everlasting popularity of Outlander and the picturesque charm of Scotland and Ireland, we think we’ll see more of these lilt-y, strong, free spirit names in the new year. Examples: Saoirse, Sabrina, Brianna, Ronan, Owen, Gavin. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Outlander (@outlander_starz) Musical names Since the dawn of time, parents love getting their inspiration from songs and musicians. This year will be no different! Examples: Lennon, Aria, Melody, Chord, Jazz, Lyric. Astrological names For many, astrology isn’t a trend, it’s a lifestyle. So it only makes sense for parents who are in tune to the sun, the stars, and the moon to honor their babies with other-worldly names. Examples: Luna, Celeste, Aurora, Atlas, Cosmo, Orion. Baby names inspired by pop culture For fans of Ted Lasso Ted Lasso and his cunning optimism got us through 2021, okay? So it makes sense if your love for the show will spill out into your baby’s name. Examples: Keeley, Rebecca, Mae, Roy, Trent, and, of course, Ted. For fans of Succession If you’re feeling a void in your life from finishing the most recent season of Succession, you’re not alone. Thankfully, there are actually many cute and solid name ideas from the show. (Maybe the characters are unseemly, but their names are not.) Examples: Siobhan (Shiv), Gerry, Willa, Karolina, Greg, Logan, Roman, Connor, Tom. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Succession (@succession) For Bridgerton fans The much-anticipated second season of the hit Netflix show will hit our screens (and our hearts) in early 2022. What better way to find name inspiration than the glitzy Regency era? Examples: Violet, Penelope, Eloise, Daphne, Katherine (Kate), Anthony, Benedict, Colin, Simon, Gregory. For HBO Max fans Maybe you’re obsessed with And Just Like That. Perhaps Mare of Easttown is more your speed. Did The White Lotus keep you up at night? Good news: there’s no shortage of choices here. Examples: Mare, Carrie, Tanya, Lori, Colin, Armand, Stanford While all of these names are fun (and may very well be big hits in 2022), remember: Whatever name you decide to choose for your baby is the right one, mama. Congratulations and happy new year! Are you getting a new name this year, too? We’ve got just the thing for you… đ Shoppable Shop Motherly Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse imperdiet. Shop Motherly Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse imperdiet. Shop Motherly Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse imperdiet. Related Stories Pregnancy Top baby names 2024: Whoâs in, whoâs out, and whatâs trending Viral & Trending My sister ‘stole’ my dream baby nameâhow do I make peace with it? Viral & Trending Son asks if he’s wrong for not changing his name despite parents’ wishes Inside this article Here are our predictions for baby name trends in the new year: Shoppable The latest Pregnancy Top baby names 2024: Whoâs in, whoâs out, and whatâs trending Viral & Trending My sister ‘stole’ my dream baby nameâhow do I make peace with it? Viral & Trending Son asks if he’s wrong for not changing his name despite parents’ wishes Pregnancy If you didnât experience âpregnancy glowâ, you are not alone