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The month of Christmas! If you are obsessed with winters, Christmas, holidays, gingerbreads, and festivities, chances are you are looking for December baby names for your little one. December is a month of joy and pleasure. The celebrations, the partying, and the presence of family ensure plenty of reasons for you to be happy this month.
And if you’re expecting a baby this month, the delight and excitement will only grow. We want to be a part of that joy. Here are some of the best December baby names for you to consider.
December Baby Names For Boys
1. Angel
This masculine name comes from the Latin Angelus which again comes from Greek word angelos and means envoy. One of the notable bearers of this name is the Argentine footballer Angel Di Maria.
2. Aaron
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He was the elder brother of Moses. This name originated from the Hebrew name Aharon meaning lofty or high mountain. The proud bearer of this name is the Australian cricketer Aaron Finch.
3. Balthasar
This name has its roots in the Hebrew language, derived from the name Belshazzar and it means save the ruler. In the Persian language, this name implies advisor in war.
4. Bruce
This name was derived from an old Scottish last name and most probably means the French town of Brix. Besides the Scottish king and hero Robert Bruce, this name was also given to the American composer Bruce Springsteen.
Trivia5. Caleb
This name bears its origin in the Hebrew language, and it means a dog, a crow or a case. He was one of the 12 spies who went to Israel on Moses’ orders. Caleb Hass is one of the famous characters in the on-going TV series Quantico.
6. Christian
One of the commonest names in Christian community and originates from a Latin name Christianus which means the follower of Christ. Many famous people share this name like noted fashion designer Christian Dior, reputed Hollywood actor Christian Bale to name a few.
7. Clement
The root of this name is the Latin name Clemens, which means compassionate. St Clement became a pope in the 1st century.
8. Dagon
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This name has its origin in the Ugaritic word ‘dagon’ signifying grain. It was the Semitic God of farming and sometimes it also means little fish.
9. Ethan
One of the commonest and most familiar English names, this name, comes from the Hebrew language and means rock-solid, durable. People bearing this name are restless, creative thinkers, adaptable and love freedom and adventure. Whenever this name comes to our minds, the face of the Adrenaline Junkie Tom Cruise from Mission Impossible movie series makes us thrilled.
10. Emmanuel
This December boy name originated from the Hebrew name Immanuel which means God is with us. In the Old Testament, he was the prophetic Messiah. This name has not gained that much popularity and is sometimes also spelled as Immanuel.
11. Frost
This name comes from an old English word, and it means cold weather, a very cool name for this time of the year. This name may also have another meaning, which comes from the German word ‘frustaz’. Rober Frost, the American poet, bore this name.
12. Gabriel
This name originates from the Hebrew name Gavri’el which indicates God is my strong man. He is there both in Old Testament and the New Testament where declares the birth of John to Zechariah and Jesus to Mary. One of the proud bearers of this name is the Argentine soccer legend Gabriel Batistuta.
13. Jasper
This name comes from the Persian origin meaning the treasurer. He was one of the three Magi or wise men and kings who went to see the baby Jesus. This name also has other forms like Caspar, Gaspar, Kaspar.
14. Jack
This name derives from an old name Jankin, which is also a short version of the famous name John. The English footballer Jack Wilshere bears this name.
Emilia, a blogger from Poland, made a list where she extensively discusses the names she likes for children, and one of the first she mentions is Jack. She writes, “I always feel like Jack doesn’t really go along with most other names I like because it’s so short and has a totally different feel than many other names I like, but I like Jack more than anything else so can’t help it. I like everything about Jack. It’s so friendly and approachable and fits quite a wide range of personalities while at the same time having quite clear Jack traits. I like the Welsh Jac even more, Jac doesn’t really need the K, or anything else for that matter, to be Jac (i).”
15. Joseph
This name comes from the Latin name Ioseph, which has its root in the Hebrew name Yosef signifying he will add. It is quite a common name and borne by the reputed footballer Joseph Carr among many others.
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16. Kris
It’s the short form of Kristoffer which is again the Scandinavian version of the English name Christopher. The meaning of this name is the disciple of Christ.
Trivia17. Michael
One of the most widely used English names, this name was derived from a Hebrew name Mikhael which means who is like God? This name also means modest or deprived. He was the one who captained the heaven’s army in the New Testament. So many famous people have this name with pop legend Michael Jackson being one of the popular names.
18. Moses
This name originates from the Hebrew name Mosheh which is in turn derived from the Egyptian word ‘mes’ denoting son. Gwyneth Paltrow has named her son with this name.
19. Nicholas
This name has its origin in the Greek language. It originates from two words ‘nike’ (meaning victory) and ‘laos’ (meaning people). St. Nicholas is the benefactor saint of kids, seamen, and the famous Santa Claus comes from this saint. Notable celebrity with this name is the actor Nicholas Cage.
20. Noel
This name has originated from the French language, and it means Christmas. Noel Coward was a reputed English dramatist and musician.
21. Snowden
It’s an English name, and it has the meaning the snow-covered hills. The most famous bearer of this name is the former CIA employee Edward Snowden.
22. Winter
This name is the name of an English season and undoubtedly an apt name for the babies born in this period.
23. Xavier
It is a quite common English name and has come from the name of a place, Etxebarri located in Basque. The name bears the meaning the new house and was borne by the Mexican striker Xavier Hernandez.
24. Yule
This name originates from a very Old English word ġeōl, and it refers to the time of winter; hence, the meaning born at Christmas seems rather apt.
December Baby Girl Names
1. Abigail
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A feminine name but its meaning is father’s joy, most probably stating that the birth of a daughter brings joy to father and originates from a Hebrew name Avigayil. She was the 3rd wife of Moses. Abigail Johnston is the American swimmer, also an Olympics silver medalist in 2012.
2. Angele
This name comes from the name Angelus and it is the feminine form meaning messenger of God. You can call your sweet little angel by this name.
3. Barbara
This name has found its root in a Greek name Barbaros and means foreign. Legend has it that St. Barbara was a benefactor to designers, builders, and army. A notable bearer of this name is the Oscar-winning actress Barbra Streisand.
Trivia4. Candy
This name originated from the Cushitic word ‘kdke’ denoting queen mother and was a title which passed on with heredity for the queens of Ethiopia. It’s a smaller version of the name Candace or Candice. The American actress who proudly bears this name is Candice Bergen.
5. Christiane
This name is the feminine form of the name Christian used in French or German and means the devotee of Christ. The famous German biologist Christiane Nüsslein-Volhard was awarded with the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1995.
6. Eden
This Hebrew name is derived from the famous Garden of Eden, which means a place of enjoyment. One of the proud bearers of this name is the American Barbara Eden, who is many talents combined into one, actress, stand-up comedian, and singer.
7. Emmanuelle
This name was derived from Hebrew language and is the feminine form of the name Emmanuel. This name was borne by French actress Emmanuelle Riva.
8. Eve
The root of this name is the Hebrew word chawah (meaning to breathe) which gave rise to the Hebrew name Chawwah and from the came this name which signifies to live. She was the first lady ever to live on this earth, as per the Old Testament. This name was made popular by Emmy actress winner Eve Arden.
9. Faith
The Latin word fidere which signifies to trust gave birth to the English word faith and from there this name came into existence.
10. Helen
This name originates from the Greek name Helene, and it means the moon or a ray of light. Some of the most beautiful women from several fields bear this name, Helen Mirren being one of them. You can call your lovely newborn princess by that name.
11. Hannah
As per the Bible, she was the mother of the spiritualist Samuel and is derived from the Hebrew name Channah signifying grace. This name has been made popular by the fictional character Hannah Montana.
12. Holly
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This December girl name comes from an old English word holen, and it means tree or shrub in various languages. Holly Marie Combs was a famous actress.
13. Juana
This name is the female name for the masculine name Juan and comes from the Latin name Iohanna. The beautiful and talented Juana Rosario Molina is an Argentine musician and artist.
14. Leah
This name comes from the Hebrew name Le’ah, originating from the same Hebrew word signifying weariness. Sometimes this name also means ruler. If you want your little angel to have the attribute of leadership, you can call her by this name.
15. Lucy
It originates from the name Lucia which is the feminine variety of the name Lucius. This baby name comes from the Latin word ‘lux’ meaning light. Some of the famed women from various fields share the unique name, such as the actress Lucy Liu, the better half of American President Rutherford B. Hayes, Lucy Webb Hayes among many others.
Sarah Therese, a mother and wife, shares a list of names she is considering for her unborn baby and future babies. Lucy is one of the names on the list and Therese comments, “Lucy is so cute, and if Kieran (husband) said he liked the name Lucy, very probable that if this was a girl, she would be named Lucy. It’s so cute, we’re going back with the books – Narnia, what a cute, cute character. I love the the name Lucy, you can call her Lou. Lucy goes really well with our last name too (ii).”
16. Mary
She was the mother of Lord Jesus, as per Bible. The Hebrew name Miryam who was the sister of Moses, gave rise to the Greek name Mariam or Maria and Mary is the diminutive form of this Greek name. This name is quite a common name and shared by the fictional character Mary Poppins, Indian bronze medalist in 2012 Olympics Mary Kom to name a few.
17. Naomi
This baby girl name for December born comes from the Hebrew name Na’omiy which means beautiful. This name is somewhat common and is proudly borne by the actress Naomi Watts.
18. Natalia
It is an ancient Latin name, and it signifies the Day of Christmas. The other form of this name is Natalie and two lovely actresses Natalie Portman and Natalie Dormer share this name.
19. Noelle
This name is the English version of the Dutch name Noëlle which is the feminine form of the name Noël denoting Christmas in the French language.
20. Olympia
The home in the mountains of the Greek Gods is called Olympos, and this name is its feminine form.
21. Sarah
As per the Old Testament, she was the wife of Abraham and hence the meaning of this name princess, noblewoman derived from Hebrew word is very apt. The Emmy-winning actress Sarah Jessica Parker and the fictional character Sarah Connor from the movie The Terminator have made this name famous.
22. Starr
This name comes from the old English word steorra and is a different form of the name star.
23. Susan
This name is a different form of the name Susanna, which comes from the Greek word Sousanna which is the other form of the Hebrew name Shoshannah meaning the flower lily or rose. No doubt that the beautiful actress Susan Sarandon bears this name.
24. Victory
This name originates from the English word victory that originally comes from the Latin word Victoria meaning to defeat. One of its variant forms is Victoria, and the famous Spice Girl band member and wife of footballer David Beckham, Victoria Beckham proudly bears this name. If you want your baby girl to be confident about life and have a positive fighting spirit, you can call her Victory.
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The list mentions many December baby names that signify the season of festivities, hope, and joy. These names have beautiful meanings and sound more impressionable. Therefore, if you are expecting to deliver your baby during the month of the winter solstice, reindeers, and eggnog, choose a meaningful name for your little one from the list. Ensure that it sounds incredible and adds grace to your child’s personality and is also liked by them later on.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. How can I choose a name for my December baby that’s not too holiday-themed?
Suppose you wish to give a moniker to your December baby that’s not too holiday-themed. In that case, you may consider other factors associated with December, such as the name inspired by the winter season, nature, or one with cultural or family significance.
2. What is the significance of giving a baby a name related to the month of December?
Giving your baby a name related to the month of December can be a way to celebrate the season or just a personal preference.
3. What factors should parents consider when choosing a December baby name?
When choosing a December baby name, parents should consider the meaning and origin of the name, its pronunciation, spelling, and if it’s appropriate to be used in their culture or region. Some cultures or religions may have specific traditions around naming babies born in December, such as choosing names associated with the festival of Christmas. You may also consider the popularity of the name or its combination with your family name.
4. Are there any drawbacks to giving a baby a name related to December or winter holidays?
There are no specific drawbacks if you’re choosing a name related to December or the winter season for your child. In fact, if your baby is born in December, giving a title that celebrates the Christmas season is a way to pay tribute to the Lord Jesus and keep the spirit of joy and happiness.
The list mentions many December baby names that signify the season of festivities and joy. These names have beautiful meanings and sound more impressionable. Therefore, if you are expecting to deliver your baby in December, choose a meaningful name for your little one from the list. Ensure that it sounds incredible and adds grace to your child’s personality and is also liked by them later on.
Infographic: Boy And Girl Names For December Borns
What better time to welcome your little one than during the Christmas month? And to make things a bit easier for you, we bring a list of baby names suitable for a December born. So, keep the infographic below handy while choosing a name, and share it with others too! Illustration: Momjunction Design Team
Key Pointers
- December is a winter month full of cultural and religious festivities and celebrations.
- While December baby names like Frost and Holly draw inspiration from nature, Joseph and Mary connect with the significance of Christmas.
- Famous people born in December and names embodying virtues like joy, hope, and faith are other aspects one can consider.
- Consider the sound and feel of the name to find a name that feels right for you and your family.
Personal Experience: Source
MomJunction articles include first-hand experiences to provide you with better insights through real-life narratives. Here are the sources of personal accounts referenced in this article.
i. Question of the day;https://myinnermishmash.wordpress.com/2023/05/09/whats-your-favourite-name-for-child/
ii. Baby names I might use for this baby (and future babies!);
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6u3ykP2Mm5Q&t=755s
