Why Christmas Names?
The festive period is famously the most wonderful time of the year. And what could be more wonderful than a beautiful new baby joining the family at Christmas time? You can capture the magic of your new arrival's first Christmas with a Christmas baby name that will stay with them forever. Christmas inspired names are not only very joyous but also bring a lot of positivity to the life of the child as well as the family. The meanings are pious and holy, something which all parents look out for. Here is a list of some great Christmas inspired names for your baby.
Noel, Meaning: Christmas Origin: French ~ View Detail
December(Latin origin), meaning 'born in December', this name is perfect for a Christmas baby.
Alfredo(Italian origin), meaning 'elf counsellor'.
Holly(English origin), meaning 'plant with red berries'. Holly trees are a popular symbol of the Christmas period.
Jeanette (Hebrew origin), meaning 'God is gracious' and included in the Christmas carol 'Bring a Torch, Jeanette Isabella'.
Frank(German origin), frankincense was one of the gifts given to the newborn baby Jesus from the three wise men.
Nicholas(Greek origin), meaning 'people's victory'. St Nicholas is the traditional name of Santa Claus.
Krisamāsa Bangla.
Audrey (English origin), It was the youngest Griswold daughter in the movie 'National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation'.
Faith(English origin), meaning 'faithful'.
Tash, Meaning: born on Christmas Day Origin: Diminutive of Natasha ~ View Detail
Claus(German origin), meaning 'victory of the people'. This name reminds us of Santa Claus himself.
Jasper(Persian origin), a variation of Casper, the name of one of the three wise men who visited the baby Jesus.
Alvar (Spanish, Italian, Portuguese origin) means 'elf warrior'.
Winika, Meaning: Christmas orchid Origin: Maori
Jólin Icelandic.
Dorothy or Dorothea (Greek origin), meaning 'gift from God'.
Merry(English origin), this name, meaning 'cheerful, happy', is a word commonly used to describe the mood of the festive season.
Juniper(Latin origin), meaning 'evergreen shrub'. Juniper is another plant that is popular at Christmas and is often used in decorations.
Noeleen French.
Calanthe, Meaning: Christmas orchid Origin: botanical name
Noella French.
Natashya, Meaning: born on Christmas Day Origin: Variation of Natasha
Natalia(Italian origin), meaning 'born on Christmas day'.
Nadal Catalan.
Cane(English origin), this name references a popular Christmas treat - candy canes!
Noely, Meaning: Christmas Origin: Variation of Noel, French
Ginger(English origin), meaning 'reddish, orange color'. Gingerbread is instantly recognizable as a Christmas flavor.
Nicole(French origin), feminine form of Nicholas.
Miriam (Hebrew origin), means 'wished-for child'.
Eldan(English origin), meaning 'from the elves' valley'.
Neva(Mexican and Spanish origin), Meaning 'white snow'.
Noëlle French.
Noelle, Meaning: Christmas Origin: French
Comet(English origin), this is the name of one of Santa's reindeer.
Eira (Welsh origin), meaning 'snow'.
Melchior(Hebrew origin), the name of one of the three wise men who visited the baby Jesus after his birth.
Wenceslaus(Slavic origin), meaning 'greater glory'. The famous carol 'Good King Wenceslas' has meant that this name is now associated with Christmas.
Mary(Hebrew origin), meaning 'beloved'. In the nativity, Mary is the name of baby Jesus' mother.
Joseph(Hebrew origin), meaning 'God shall add'. Joseph is the name of Mary's husband in the nativity.
Kaliady Belarusian.
Kalikimaka: Hawaiian.
Rudolph(German origin), this is the name of the most famous reindeer of them all.
Garland(French origin), meaning 'wreath, prize'. This is also the name of a traditional Christmas decoration.
Kris(Latin origin), meaning 'follower of Christ'.
Natala Italian.
Marley (English origin), means meaning 'marshy meadow,' 'pleasant wood,' or 'marten wood.'. This is the name of the ghost in 'A Christmas Carol'
Carolina (Latin origin), derived from the masculine name 'Carolus, generally meaning 'free man' or 'freeholder'
Beth(English origin), this name, a diminutive of Elizabeth meaning 'God is my oath', reminds us of Bethlehem, the town where Jesus was born.
Angel(Greek origin), meaning 'messenger of God'. Angels play a prominent role in the nativity story.
Emmanuelle (English origin), an Old Testament name meaning 'God is with us'.
Abigail (Hebrew origin), From the Old Testament, meaning "my father is joyful".
Nadalia, Meaning: born at Christmas Origin: French/Armenian
Abbott (Hebrew, Aramaic origin) meaning 'father', a nod to Father Christmas!
Kalėdos Lithuanian.
Suzy (Hebrew origin), means 'lily'.
Anya (Hebrew origin), Anya means favored by God. It was Mrs. Claus’s first name in the movie 'Santa Claus'.
Stella(Latin origin), means 'star'.
Carol(English origin), meaning 'free person' or 'song'. This could be a lovely name for your very own little Christmas Carol.
Nora (Latin origin), meaning 'honor'.
Natalya, Meaning: natal day, Christmas Origin: Russian from Latin
Gabriel(Hebrew origin), meaning 'God is my strength'. In the nativity, it was the Angel Gabriel who told Mary that she was going to give birth to the son of God.
Noheri Kinyarwanda.
Natalija, Meaning: Christmas Origin: Slovenian variation of Natalia
Paloma (Latin origin), meaning ;dove', as featured in the song, 12 Days of Christmas.
Lucy (Latin origin), means 'light'.
Robyn(Germanic origin) means 'bright famous one'.
Natasha(Russian origin), meaning 'born on Christmas day'.
Noel, Meaning: Christmas Origin: French
Cookie(English origin), meaning 'sweet biscuit'. This is the name of a popular Christmas treat.
Balthazar(Arabic origin), this is the name of one of the three wise men who visited the baby Jesus in the nativity.
Natal, Meaning: Christmas Origin: Spanish variation of Noel
KoledaBulgarian.
Natalie Latin and French
Estelle (Occitan origin), meaning 'star'.
