As we gather around the twinkling lights and festive cheer of Christmas Day, there’s an extra layer of magic in the air. The holiday season, with its warmth and wonder, brings joy to many, especially for those welcoming a little one into their family. With so many enchanting themes surrounding this time of year, it’s no surprise that names inspired by carols, hymns, and beloved holiday classics often come to mind.
In the spirit of celebration, we’ve compiled a list of 10 baby boy names and 10 baby girl names inspired by the holiday season. Each name carries its own charm and significance, reflecting the joy and love that this magical time brings. So, whether you’re looking for inspiration or simply want to enjoy the beauty of these festive names, we invite you to explore our curated selection.
10 Baby Boys’ Names
Yule
This name has its origin in the English language and it means one who was born during the festive season. This is a unisex name.
Geoffrey
This is an old European name that means peace. It’s perfect for the holiday season.
Ember
This name means hot ashes and evokes feelings of warmth when a family sits around a fire during the holiday season. It can also be used as a short form for the name December.
Felix
This name means happy and it’s perfect for a boy born around the holiday season that we associate with a lot of happiness and joy.
Tannen
This name comes from the German word Tannenbaum for ‘pine’. The short version Tannen means ‘fir tree’, the tree used for decorations around the holiday season.
Claus or Klaus
This name began as a nickname for the name Nicholas (Santa Claus or just Santa), a legendary figure who is identified as the patron of the festive season.
Robin
The robin is a winter bird and it’s a perfect name for a boy born during that holiday season that occurs around winter. The name is also unisex.
Noel
This name is derived from a French word that means Christmas and it’s a perfect name for boys born around the holiday season.
Arthur
This name means noble or courageous and is perfect for a boy born during the holiday season.
Elden
This name means elves from the valley. An elf is a mythical creature that has magical powers found in Germanic mythology. Santa has twelve elves as helpers.
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10 Baby Girls’ Names
Cady
This name is derived from the French word ‘cadeaux’ which means ‘present’. Since your little bundle of joy is the perfect holiday gift, this name is perfect.
Joy
This name is associated with all the enjoyment and pleasure of the holiday season. Gioia is the Italian version of Joy.
Lucy
The holiday season normally has shiny and twinkling lights as decorations and the name means light or shiny.
Taraji
It is a Swahili name that means hope, to signify your hope for the holiday season and the year to come.
Amaryllis
This is the name of a beautiful flower that’s linked to the holiday season. It means to sparkle.
Eve
If your little bundle of joy arrives on the 24th or the 31st of December, then this is a perfect name for them. Eve is a Hebrew name that means ‘life’.
Belle
The name means beautiful in French and it is perfect for a baby girl born during the holiday season when all things are beautiful.
Ivy
This name is of English origin and comes from the ivy plant. It signifies faithfulness and is one of the traditional names used during the holiday season. It even became more popular after Beyonce and Jay Z named their daughter.
Audrey
The means noble and is perfect for your little girl born during the holiday season.
Holly
This is the name of the plant that has red berries and is used to decorate houses during the holiday season.
As you celebrate this special day, may the warmth of the season fill your heart with happiness and hope. Here’s to new beginnings and the wonder of new life, wrapped in the magic of Christmas!