Some parents know long before they get pregnant what they are going to name the baby. In other cases, it is more complicated. Knowing that your daughter will carry that name for the rest of her life? that's a lot of pressure! Knowing the origin and meaning of the names helps to choose and discard options, but knowing the 2022 name trends also helps.
These are the names for girls that are making waves (and lots of them!) this year...
1. Lucia
Lucia is a winning name, there is no doubt about it. For the last few years, it has been at the top of the rankings of the most common names for girls around the world. And no wonder, its meaning makes it a very special name. It is a Latin nickname that refers to light: 'she who was born with the first light of day'. Her saint is celebrated with a beautiful candlelight celebration every December 13.
2. Sofia
Do you know any little girl named Sofia? I'm sure you do, because it is also one of the popular names still heard in 2022 among little girls in different countries. In Spanish, it is usually spelled Sofia, but there are also more modern parents who choose the foreign variant Sophia. The origin of this name is Greek and means 'wisdom'. The saint's day for Sophia is September 18.
3. Martina
Another of the most fashionable names in 2022 for baby girls is Martina. This name, which is common in countries such as Spain, Mexico or Argentina, is the feminine variant of Martín (another name for boys that is also increasingly used). Martina is a Latin name that means 'warrior', in honor of the god Mars. Her name day is January 30.
4. Maria
The classic among the classics. Although the name María has been in use since the beginning of time, it is still the name preferred by many parents (and remains so in 2022). It is sometimes used as a single name, but also as a compound name. Maria is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'the chosen one'. There are different dates along the saint calendar to celebrate her saint, but one of the most frequent is August 15, the day of the Assumption of the Virgin.
5. Mariana
There are experts who consider that the name Mariana comes from the union of María and Ana, but others assure that it is an independent name, whose meaning alludes to that related to María. Its origin is Latin and its saint's day is usually celebrated on May 26. Undoubtedly, it is a name full of strength, which is why many parents continue to choose it for their little girl.
6. Emma
In recent years, the name Emma has become popular all over the world. And no wonder, since it sounds sweet and powerful at the same time. It is impossible not to remember actresses like Emma Watson or characters like Emma Bovary (from Flaubert's Madame Bovary). It is a name of German origin that means 'she who is strong'. Her name day is celebrated on January 2.
7. Jimena
In 2022 the name Jimena is trending. And all parents who like this name agree that it sounds very elegant and has certain reminiscences to the past. Did you know that El Cid's wife was called Jimena? In those times it is possible that it was not known that Jimena is a name of Hebrew origin that means 'she who knows how to listen'.
8. Valeria
Valeria, Vale, Val, Valery... We love this name, because it sounds traditional but original. Everything indicates that Valeria is going to be a trend throughout 2022, as many parents are still betting on the beauty of the meaning of this name: 'healthy' or 'robust'. The day of Santa Valeria de Román is April 28th, so let there be hugs for all the Valerias on this day!
9. Salome
Do you like the name Salomé for your daughter? If you are looking for something different, we suggest you go for this name, you will see that it is very fashionable! The origin is Hebrew and means 'peace' or 'harmony'. Surely you know the story of Salome and the beheading of St. John the Baptist?
10. Valentina
And finally, in the list of names for girls in 2022 we find Valentina, a name of 10! Undoubtedly, it is a very romantic and tender nickname, because we can not help but think of St. Valentine, which is celebrated every February 14. On the other hand, this name triumphs for its meaning, which refers to courage. Its origin is Latin.
11. Sara
Do you like the name Sara? It's normal, because it sounds beautiful. This name for your baby is also of Hebrew origin and means 'princess'. In the Holy Scriptures, Sara is Abraham's wife and Isaac's mother.
12. Eva
From Hebrew roots, Eve is the first woman, created by God from a rib of Adam. Did you know it means 'life-giving'? She is most commonly celebrated on December 19.
13. Ana
Simple, but very classy. Saint Anne is the mother of the Virgin Mary and, therefore, the maternal grandmother of Jesus. That is why her saint is celebrated on July 26, Grandparents' Day. As a variant, you can use other more exotic names such as Hanna or Hannah. This name means 'compassionate'.
14. Juana
This is a common name in countries like Mexico. It is the feminine form of Juan, a name that appears in the Bible alluding to different characters such as, for example, Jesus' cousin. It is a name that means 'God is favorable'.
15. Bethlehem
Bethlehem is a name that is also inspired by the Bible. This is the city where the baby Jesus was born. It comes from Hebrew and means 'house of bread'.
