December, the last month of the year is not only a step towards a new beginning but also a time for joy, Peace, and cozy Christmas vibes. If your baby happens to be born in this month, we’ve got you covered when it comes to baby names.
December Baby Names
Xavier
Means ‘the new house’, English origin, a place in Basque
Noel
French origins, means ‘Christmas’, popularized by Noel Coward
Jasper
Persian origin, means ‘the treasurer’, also spelt Caspar, Kaspar
Ethan
Hebrew origin, means ‘rock solid’, popularized by ‘Mission Impossible’
Clement
Latin origin, means compassionate, popularized by St. Clement of 1st century
Bruce
Scottish origin, translates to ‘French town of Brix’
Aaron
Hebrew origin, named after the elder brother of Moses
Susan
Hebrew origin, translated to ‘lily’ or ‘rose’
Noelle
French origin, feminine word for Noel, meaning Christmas
Mary
Hebrew origin, named after the mother of Jesus, popularized by Mary Poppins
Juana
Latin origin, female word for Juan
Faith
The English version of the Latin word ‘fidere’
Eve
Hebrew origin, translates to ‘to breathe’, named after the first ever female to walk the Earth
Eden
Hebrew origin, meaning ‘a place of enjoyment’ referring to the Garden of Eden
Candy
Cushitic origin, a hereditary title passed down to the queens of Ethiopia
Angele
Female form of the name Angelus, meaning the messenger of God
Angel
Greek origin, meaning envoy, popularized by Argentine Angel Di Maria
Victory
Latin roots, from the word Victoria, meaning ‘to defeat’,
Sarah
Hebrew origin, the wife of Abraham in the Old Testament
Naomi
Hebrew origin, translates to ‘beautiful’, popularized by Naomi Watts
Nicholas
Greek origin, amalgamation of ‘nike’ meaning victory and ‘laos’ meaning people
Joseph
Hebrew roots, translates to ‘he will add’, popularized by Joseph Carr
Frost
English origin, meaning ‘cold weather’, popularized by Robert Frost
Christian
Latin origin, meaning ‘follower of Christ’, popularized by Christian Bale
Balthasar
Hebrew roots, meaning ‘save the ruler’, in Persian it means ‘advisor in war’
Caleb
Hebrew origin, multiple meanings like ‘a crow’, ‘a dog’, or ‘a case’
Starr
English origin, a version of the name Star
Olympia
The feminine word for Mt. Olympos, the home of Greek Gods
Natalia
Latin origin, refers to the Day Of Christmas, popularized by Natalie Portman
Lucy
Latin origin, feminine form of the name Lucius, meaning ‘light’
Yule
English origin, refers to the time of winter
Snowden
English origin, meaning hills covered with snow
Moses
Egyptian origin, translates to ‘son’, Biblical references
Michael
Hebrew origin, meaning ‘who is like God’, most popularized by Michael Jackson
Jack
Derived from an old name Jankin, popularized by Jack Nicholson
Gabriel
Hebrew origin, refers to ‘God is my Strong man’, major Biblical name
Emmanuel
Hebrew name, translates to ‘God is with us’, the Messiah in Old Testament
Leah
Hebrew origin, meaning ‘weariness’ or ‘ruler’, popularized by Star Wars
Hannah
Hebrew roots, meaning ‘grace’, popularized by Hannah Montana
Barbara
Greek origin, translates to ‘foreign’, popularized by Barbara Streisand
Holly
English origin, meaning ‘tree’ or ‘shrub’
Helen
Greek origin, meaning ‘moon’ or ‘a ray of light’, popularized by Helen Mirren
Emmanuelle
Hebrew origin, female form of the name Emmanuel
Christane
Feminine form of the name Christian, meaning ‘follower of Christ’
Abigail
Hebrew origin, meaning ‘a father’s joy’, 3rd wife of Moses
Winter
English origin, name of a season
Kris
English origin, short of Christopher, translates to ‘disciple of Christ’
Dagon
Ugaritic word translates to ‘grain’ or ‘little fish’
Jesse
Hebrew origin, nickname for Jessica, used for both boys and girls
Leora
Hebrew origin, translates to ‘light’, also spelt Liora
Juniper
Latin origin, meaning ‘young’, also named after shrubs
Jovie
Feminine form of Jove, the Roman king of Gods
Laila
Arabic origin, translates to ‘night’ or ‘holy’, name of Muhammad Ali’s daughter
Kane
Mixed Japanese, Welsh, and Hawaiian origin, translates to ‘golden’, ‘beautiful’, and ‘man of eastern sky’
Narcissa
Greek origin, meaning ‘daffodil’, December’s flower of the month
Nico
Greek origin, translates to ‘people of victory’, nicknames Nick
Noor
Arabic origin, meaning ‘light’
Nia
Swahili origin, translates to ‘resolve’ or ‘brilliance’
Neve
Mixed Irish, Latin origin, meaning ‘snow’, pronounced Neh-v
Unity
English origin, meaning ‘oneness’, a virtue name
Virginia
Latin origin, meaning ‘virginal’ or ‘pure’, popularized by Elizabeth 1
Turquoise
French origin, translates to ‘turkish stone’, similar in shade to Aqua
Uriel
Hebrew origin, meaning ‘god is my light’, nicknamed Uri
Daffodil
Dutch origin, meaning ‘asphodel’, nicknamed Daffy
Fairuza
Turkish origin, meaning ‘turqiose’,birthstone for December
Demeter
Polish version of the name Demetrius
Estelle
French origin, meaning ‘star’, popularized by ‘Great Expectations’
Emerald
Persian origin, meaning ‘green’, a precious jewel
Eira
Welsh origin, meaning ‘snow’, pronounced Ira
Abner
Hebrew origin, meaning ‘father of light’, a commander in New Testament
Aspen
Named after a tree in the poplar family and a resort in Colorado
Amaryllis
Greek origin, meaning ‘to sparkle’, also a flower
Aster
Greek origin, meaning ‘star’, also spelt Astor
Berry
A fruit name
Aubin
French origin, meaning ‘white’ or ‘blond’, masculine form of Aubrey
Belle
French origin, meaning ‘beautiful’, popularized by Beauty and the Beast
Bianca
Italian origin, meaning ‘white’, popularized by the works of William Shakespeare
Gwendolen
Welsh origin, meaning ‘white ring’ or ‘circle’, nicknamed Gwen
Imani
Arabic roots, meaning ‘faith’
Jack
Hebrew origin, meaning ‘he who struggles with God’, named after Jacob
Ivy
English origin, named after the Ivy plant, symbolizes faithfulness
Miracle
Latin origin, meaning ‘wonder’ or ‘marvel’
Lucia
Mixed Spanish, Italian origin meaning ‘light’, female form of the name Lucius
Merry
English origin, meaning ‘lighthearted’ or ‘happy’, one of the best for Christmas babies
Lumi
Finnish origin, meaning ‘snow’
Marley
English origin, meaning ‘a pleasant seaside meadow’, popularized by Bob Marley
Lux
Latin origin, meaning ‘light’, popularized by League Of Legends
Magnolia
Latin origin, meaning ‘magnol’s flower’, a sweet smelling flower
Luz
Spanish origin, meaning ‘light’, pronounced loo-z
Magi
Named after the three wise men who visit little Jesus, also spelt Maggie
Christina
Greek origin, meaning ‘a christian’, nicknamed Chris or Christie
Blanca
Spanish origin, meaning ‘white’, similar to Bianca
Crimson
English origin, meaning ‘rich deep red’
Blaize
French origin, meaning ‘to lisp’ or ‘to stammer’, also spelt Blaise or Blaze
Blanche
French origin, meaning ‘white’, popular in 12th century France
Carol
English origin, meaning ‘free man’, nickname for Caroline
Branch
Latin origin, associated with trees
Casper
Mixed Persian, Scandinavian origin, translates to ‘he who brings treasure’, also spelt Caspar
Stella
Latin origin, meaning ‘star’
Nova
Latin origin, meaning ‘new’, or a star that increases its brightness suddenly
Rudolph
German origin, meaning ‘famous wolf’, popularized by Rudolph the Reindeer
Orli
Hebrew origin, meaning ‘light’, also spelt Orly
Olive
English origin, meaning ‘olive tree’, symbolizes peace and success
Pine
Like Juniper and Oak, a sibling tree name
Snow
English origin, popularized by Jon Snow
Scarlett
English origin, meaning ‘scarlet’ or ‘red’, an occupational name for scarlet sellers
Beth
Named after Bethlehem city, birthplace of jesus
Cady
French origin, meaning ‘present’, short for Cadeaux
Chiara
Italian origin, meaning ‘light’ or ‘clear’
Cindy
Nickname for Cynthia or Lucinda, popularized by ‘How The Grinch Stole The Christmas’
Clementine
Translates to ‘mild’ or ‘merciful’, named after oranges
Clarice
Meaning ‘bright’ or ‘clear’, name of a female reindeer
Epifanio
Hispanic origin, meaning ‘bringing lights’
Gloria
Taken from the word ‘glory’, mentioned in various hymns and carols
Jeanette
Meaning ‘God is gracious’, popularized by Carols
Karen
Meaning ‘pure’
Jemima
Translates to ‘dove’, named after Jacob’s eldest daughter
Mitzi
A variation of the name Marie, meaning ‘rebellion’
Natasha
Russian origin, meaning ‘born in Christmas’
Nora
Latin origin, Meaning ‘light’
Paloma
Translates to ‘dove’, popularized by ’12 Day of Christmas’
Celyn
Welsh origin, meaning ‘holly’, also spelt Kellin
Rachel
Translates to ‘ewe’, named after the first wife of Jacob
Alfredo
German origin, named after a Christmas elf
Claus
German origin, meaning ‘victory of the people’, short for Nicholas
Comet
Translates to ‘long haired’, named after one of Santa’s reindeers
David
Hebrew origin, means ‘to love’ or ‘father’s brother’
Elden
Means ‘from the valley of the elves’, English origin
Ebenezer
Translates to ‘stone of help’, popularized by ‘A Christmas Carol’
Cristobal
Spanish origin, meaning ‘bearer of Christ’
Ember
English origin, means ‘very hot ashes’
Frank
Means ‘freeman’ or ‘frenchman’, a gift given to Mother Mary on jesus’ birth
Geoffrey
Mixed French, English roots, meaning ‘peace’
Melchior
Named after one of the three wise men, meaning ‘city of the king’
Malachi
Translates to ‘the messenger’, Hebrew origin
Matthew
Hebrew origin, meaning ‘gift of God’, popularized by Matthew Perry
Miles
Latin origin, meaning ‘soldier’, popularized by Miles Teller
Robin
German origin, meaning ‘fame’ or ‘bright’, popularized by Robin Hood
Timothy
Greek origin, meaning ‘honoring God’, popularized in the Christmas Carol
Theodore
Greek origin, meaning ‘God’s gift’, popularized by Theodore Roosevelt
Yeshua
Hebrew origin, meaning salvation
Zane
Hebrew origin, meaning ‘gift from God’, also spelt Zain, popularized by Zain Mallik
Sylvester
Latin origin, meaning ‘woods’ or ‘wild’, popularized by Sylvester Stallone
Nathan
Hebrew origin, meaning ‘gift from god’
Howard
English origin, means ‘brave of heart’, popularized by Howard Hughes
Stephen
Greek origin, meaning ’wealth’ or ‘crown’, popularized by Stephen Hawking
Adam
Hebrew origin, translates to ‘earth’ or ‘ground’, named after the first man according to Bible
Levi
Jewish origin, also spelt levy, popularized by the denim brand Levi’s
Evelyn
French origin, English version of the name Ava
Anastasius
Greek origin, meaning resurrection, masculine form of the name Anastasia
Lazarus
Hebrew origin, meaning ‘God has helped’, popularized by the Legend of Lazarus Pit
Orestes
Greek origin, meaning ‘the one who stands on the mountain’, legend of Greek Mythology
Gentian
Albanian origin, named after the king of Illyrian, a flower
Ambrose
Greek origin, meaning ‘immortal’, popularized by St. Ambrose
Cato
Latin origin, means ‘good judgement’ or ‘wise’, named after the great Roman Orator
Girard
German origin, means ‘brave spear’, also spelt Gerard, popularized by Gerard Butler
Vivian
Latin origin, female form of the name Vivianus, also spelt vivien or Vivienne
Loretta
Italian origin, a version of Laura, a place in Italy
Alfrida
Latin origin, means ‘elf’ or ‘a magical being’, also spelt Elfrida
Sabela
African origin, meaning ‘respond’
Zara
Arabic origin, popularized by the retail fashion chain Zara
Stephanie
Greek origin, meaning ‘crown’, the female form of the name Stephen
Ivanna
Serbian origin, feminine form of the name Ivan, also spelt Ivanna
Albino
Latin origin, meaning ‘white’ or ‘bright’, female form of the name Albinus
Adilia
Arabic origin, an old name of Pleiades
French origin, meaning ‘kind’ or ‘noble’, popularized by Alice in Wonderland
Letitia
Latin origin, meaning ‘joy’ or ‘happiness’, popularized by St. Letitia
Anastasia
Greek origin, meaning ‘resurrection’, female form of Anastasius
Melania
Greek origin, meaning ‘black’ or ‘dark’, popularized by Melania Trump
Eloine
Latin origin, meaning ‘worthy’
Aurelia
Latin origin, meaning ‘golden’,
Ada
German origin, meaning ‘nobility’, nickname for Adelaide or Adeline
Galaliea
Hebrew origin, a version of Galilee, a place in Israel
Sallie
Hebrew origin, meaning ‘princess’
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