Festive Christmas Baby Names For Your Little Holiday Miracle

Christmas has always been my favorite holiday.

It has its own kind of magic, the world feels softer under a layer of snow, how the lights dance in every window, how you can be cozy with loved ones.

And when you’re having a baby at Christmas, that magic is all the more real because your baby is the greatest gift of all.

You can give your baby a Christmas inspired name, as well, which will express that sense of delight and wonder.

Think Holly that reminds us of wreaths and red berries across the horizon. Or Gabriel, the heavenly announcer of good news. 

They’re names not only beautiful, but have a story, a Christmas tradition, that gives them weight and purpose.

And then there are the natural-based references, Frost or Ivy, that call us back to the beauty of winter.

Or mythic names such as Stella and Astra, which echo the starry night of a still December evening.

And for those more curious about a little extra oomph, names such as Decembra and Tannon give you the holidays in a completely new and unexpected way. 

For anyone who is influenced by the seasons or nature’s silences, there is a name here that is sure to ignite your flames.

Popular Names for Christmas Babies

Popular Christmas-born names such as Noelle or Gabriel are beloved for a reason: they’re welcoming, warm, and instantly make you think of Christmas.

These names are like a big hug, full of affection and Christmas cheer.

If you are searching for a gift that everyone loves, and can do justice to the beauty of Christmas birthdays, this is the list for you.

Girl

• Clara – (Latin) Bright, Clear
• Juniper – (Latin) Young, Juniper tree
• Scarlett – (English) Scarlet, Red
• Felicity – (Latin) Good fortune, happy
• Natasha – (Russian) Birthday of the Lord
• Estelle – (French) Star
• Ines – (Italian, Portuguese) Pure, Virginal
• Amaryllis – (Greek) To sparkle
• Natalie – (French, Russian) Birthday of the Lord
• Eve – (Hebrew) Life
• Stephanie – (Greek) Garland, Crown
• Caroline – (French) Free man
• Hope – (British) To have confidence or trust
• Elsa – (German) Pledged to God
• Belle – (French) Beautiful
• Nicole – (French, Greek) People of victory
• Jemima – (Hebrew) Dove
• Seraphine – (French, Hebrew) Burning ones
• Noelle – (French) Christmas
• Jovie – (American) Jovial
• Madelyn – (Hebrew, French) Woman from Magdala, High tower
• Amira – (Arabic) Princess, Treetop, Sheaf of corn
• Melody – (Greek) Song
• Irina – (Russian, Greek) Peace
• Serafina – (Italian, Spanish) Ardent, Burning, Fiery
• Fenna – (Dutch, Frisian) Peace

Boy

• Felix – (Latin) Happy, fortunate
• Malachi – (Hebrew) My messenger
• Casper – (Dutch, Persian) Bringer of treasure
• Nicholas – (Greek) People of victory
• Christopher – (Greek, Latin) Bearer of Christ
• Shepherd – (English) Sheep herder
• Anthony – (Latin) From Antium
• Balthazar – (Phoenician) Baal protects the King
• Clarence – (Latin) One who lives near the River Clare, Clear
• Kenan – (Hebrew) Possession
• Emmanuel – (Hebrew) God is with us
• Fraser – (Scottish, French) Strawberry
• Jedidiah – (Hebrew) Beloved of the Lord
• Gaius – (Latin) To rejoice
• Eben – (Hebrew) Stone of help
• Cullen – (Irish) Holly tree
• Jasper – (Persian) Bringer of treasure
• Bennett – (English) Blessed
• Jonah – (Hebrew) Dove
• Crosby – (Irish) Village with crosses
• Salvador – (Spanish, Latin) Savior
• Amadeus – (Latin) Lover of God

Classic Christmas Baby Names

Christmas is timeless — the fresh scent of pine, the carolers singing tames, the look of a festive tree. 

And classic Christmas names are just as nostalgic and warm. Joseph and Eve, for example, are based on Christmas stories passed down the generations.

And if you want a name that pays homage to the history and beauty of the holiday, these classic choices are the way to go.

Girl

• Lucy – (English, Latin) Light
• Mary – (Hebrew, Egyptian) Drop of the sea, Bitter, Beloved
• Irene – (Greek) Peace
• Amy – (French) Beloved
• Goldie – (British) Gold, Person with blonde hair
• Bethany – (Hebrew) House of figs
• Maria – (Hebrew, Egyptian) Drop of the sea, Bitter, Beloved
• Christina – (Greek) A Christian
• Melanie – (Greek) Black, Dark
• Pilar – (Spanish) Pillar
• Angela – (Latin) Angel
• Nicolette – (French, Greek) People of victory
• Marilyn – (English) Drop of the sea, Beloved and Lake
• Virginia – (Latin) Virginal, Pure
• Christine – (French) Christian
• Frida – (German) Peace
• Carys – (Welsh) Love
• Magnolia – (French) Magnol’s flower
• Angelina – (Greek, Italian, Russian) Angel
• Gloria – (Latin) Glory
• Lucinda – (Latin) Light
• Helene – (French) Bright, Shining one
• Mercedes – (Spanish) Gracious gifts, Benefits
• Blanche – (French) White
• Kerensa – (Cornish) Love
• Neva – (Spanish) White snow
• Amadea – (Latin) God’s beloved
• Lettice – (English) Joy, Gladness

Boy

• Andrew – (Greek) Strong, Manly
• Philip – (Greek) Lover of horses
• Russell – (French) Redhead, Fox-colored
• David – (Hebrew) Beloved
• Abner – (Hebrew) Father of light
• Buddy – (British) Friend
• Ebenezer – (Hebrew) Stone of help
• Horace – (Latin) Timekeeper
• Absalom – (Hebrew) Father of peace
• Balthasar – (Greek) God protects the king
• Geoffrey – (Anglo-Saxon, French) Pledge of peace
• Fane – (English) Happy, joyous
• Rudolph – (German) Famous wolf
• Joseph – (Hebrew) He shall add
• Seeley – (English) Blessed, happy
• Douglas – (Scottish) Black water
• Noel – (French) Christmas

Magical Christmas Baby Names

Every little thing about Christmas Eve, or when you first witness a snowfall, is magical.

Magical Christmas names such as Ariadne, Ember or Cassiel give you that sensation of magic. These are names straight out of a Christmas fairytale, all of them a bit extra glitzy.

If you want to name your baby something inherently mysterious and Christmassy, these are names you’ll never tire of.

Girl

• Elena – (Spanish, German, Greek) Bright, Shining light
• Stella – (Latin) Star
• Mira – (Latin, Slavic, Sanskrit) Admirable, Peace, Ocean
• Ariadne – (Greek) Most holy
• Lucia – (Italian, Latin) Light
• Eira – (Welsh) Snow
• Astra – (Latin) Stars
• Chiara – (Italian) Light, Clear
• Piper – (English) Pipe or flute player
• Gwendolyn – (Welsh) White ring
• Lana – (English) Rock, Handsome
• Paloma – (Spanish) Dove
• Seren – (Welsh, Turkish) Star, Sail mast
• Evie – (Hebrew) Life
• Jennifer – (Cornish, Welsh) White shadow, White wave
• Neve – (Irish, Italian, Hebrew) Snow, Bright, Life
• Dove – (English) Dove, a bird
• Holly – (British) The holly tree
• Nixie – (German) Water nymph
• Salome – (Hebrew) Peace
• Allegra – (Italian) Joyous
• Madona – (Italian) My lady, The Virgin Mary
• Danica – (Slavic) Morning star
• Calanthe – (Greek) Christmas orchid, Beautiful flower
• Zuzu – (Czech) Lily
• Marielle – (Dutch, French) Drop of the sea, Bitter, Beloved
• Eirene – (Greek) Peace
• Arianwen – (Welsh) White, Fair, Blessed
• Shula – (Arabic, Hebrew) Flame, Peace
• Milagros – (Spanish) Miracles
• Plum – (English) A fleshy purple fruit

Boy

• Lucian – (Latin) Light
• Kane – (Celtic) Warrior
• Zuko – (Xhosa) Glory
• Cassiel – (Latin) Angel of Saturday
• Hermes – (Greek) The messenger god
• Melchior – (Dutch, Hebrew) City of the king, King of light
• Elwyn – (Welsh) Noble friend, elf friend
• Pax – (Latin) Peace
• Kiran – (Sanskrit) Sunbeam
• Helgi – (Norse) Holy
• Axel – (Scandinavian) Father of peace
• Lucius – (Latin) Light
• Zohar – (Hebrew) Light, Brilliance
• Angel – (English) Angel
• Gilles – (French) Kid or small goat
• Fain – (British) Happy, Pleased, Temple
• Messiah – (Aramaic) Expected savior, Deliverer

Nature Inspired Names for Christmas Borns

Christmas is also my favorite holiday, there’s the fresh smell of the trees, the glimmer of snow-covered trees, the serenity of a silent, snowy morning.

Nature-inspired Christmas names such as Holly, Ivy or Frost bring that winter wonderland vibe. 

If you’re a fan of the calm, peaceful beauty of the holidays, these names will make you feel like you’re putting a little bit of natural magic in your child’s life.

Girl

• Angelica – (Italian, Polish, Russian) Angel, Angelic
• Maris – (Latin) Of the sea
• Snow – (British) Snow
• Bijou – (French) Jewel
• Carolina – (Latin) Free man, Freeholder
• Sidra – (Latin, Hebrew, Arabic) Like a star, Order, Sequence, Lotus tree
• Ilana – (Hebrew) Oak tree
• Star – (British) Star
• Ana – (Spanish) Grace
• Christabel – (Latin, French) Beautiful Christ
• Emmanuelle – (French) God is with us
• Abilene – (English, Hebrew) Grass
• Cherith – (Hebrew) Winter stream
• Winika – (Maori) Christmas orchid
• Angelique – (French) Angelic
• Cariad – (Welsh) Love
• December – (English) Month name
• Azenor – (Breton) Light
• Benedetta – (Italian, Latin) Blessed
• Christa – (Latin) Follower of Christ
• Hollyn – (British) The holly tree
• Benita – (Latin) Blessed
• Aroha – (Maori) Love
• Belen – (Spanish) Bethlehem, House of bread
• Peura – (Finnish) Deer
• Aimee – (Latin) Beloved
• Izar – (Basque) Star

Boy

• Boone – (English, French) Blessing, Lucky
• Cephas – (Aramaic) Rock
• Emiliano – (Italian, Spanish, Latin) Work
• Ilario – (Italian, Latin, Greek) Cheerful, Happy
• Bob – (English) Bright fame
• Esteban – (Spanish, Greek) Garland, Crown
• Aaru – (Egyptian) Peaceful
• Caio – (Latin) Rejoice
• Elouan – (Breton, French) Light
• Bashir – (Arabic) The one who brings good news
• Rudy – (German) Famous wolf
• Jairus – (Hebrew) God enlightens
• Lin – (Chinese) Forest
• Gaspar – (Portuguese) Treasure, Master of treasure
• Culver – (English) Dove
• Faine – (English) Joyful
• Dodge – (British) Of Roger, Spear frame
• Claus – (German)
• Barack – (Hebrew, Swahili, Arabic) Thunderbolt, Lightning, Blessing
• Sharla – (Hebrew) Free man, A fertile plain
• Dembe – (African) Peace

Unique Christmas Baby Names

And if you’re anything like me, you might be looking for a name that is distinctly different, that is as unique as your baby. 

Unique Christmas baby names are themed around the holidays, but they are modern and novel.

If you’re looking for a name that’s a little festive yet hardly ordinary, these lists will give you a good list to work with.

Girl

• Luz – (Spanish) Light
• Ilaria – (Italian) Cheerful, Happy
• Merryn – (British) Seaborn
• Letitia – (Latin) Joy, Gladness
• Fiammetta – (Italian) Little fiery one
• Soledad – (Spanish) Solitude
• Revel – (English) Rejoice
• Lourdes – (Basque) Craggy slope
• Monserrat – (Catalan) Serrated mountain
• Fatima – (Arabic) Captivating, A woman who abstains
• Lotta – (German) Free man
• Shanti – (Hindi) Peace
• Lumen – (Latin) Light
• Noely – (French) Christmas
• Joy – (English) Happiness, Great pleasure
• Sachi – (Japanese) Child of joy
• Paziva – (Hebrew) The gold of Jehovah
• Lyric – (Greek) Lyre
• Haviva – (Hebrew) Well loved
• Kirsten – (Scandinavian) Follower of Christ
• Joulu – (Finnish) Christmas
• Lucienne – (French) Light
• Wynter – (British) Born in Winter
• Nevara – (Spanish) To snow
• Orana – (Australian) Welcome
• Yukiko – (Japanese) Snow child
• Kantuta – (Quechua) Flower
• Noel – (French) Christmas
• Decembra – (American) From the month December
• Myrna – (Irish) Festive
• Cookie – (English) Cookie
• Nicola – (Greek) People of victory
• Falala – (African) Born in abundance
• Kendry – (Malagasy) Wise man
• Santa – (Italian) Saint
• Lupita – (Spanish) River of the wolf
• Olenka – (Russian) Blessed, Holy

Boy

• Mario – (Italian) Warlike
• Ralphie – (English, German) Wolf-counsel
• Pablo – (Spanish) Small
• Avetis – (Armenian) Good news
• Rolf – (German) Famous wolf
• Tannon – (German) Fir tree
• Neo – (Latin, Tswana) New, Gift
• Salvatore – (Italian) Savior
• Pace – (Hebrew) Passover, Peaceful one
• Hilario – (Latin) Cheerful, Happy
• Nevin – (Irish) Holy
• Yeshua – (Hebrew) The Lord is my salvation
• Rodolfo – (Spanish) Bold wolf
• Helier – (Jerrais) Cheerful
• Naveed – (Persian) Good news
• Jesus – (Hebrew) The Lord is salvation
• Yukio – (Japanese) Snow boy
• Epiphany – (Greek) Manifestation, Vision of God, Bringing light
• Baptist – (German) To dip
• Felizio – (Latin) Happy, Fortunate
• Radomir – (Slavic) Famously happy

Unisex Christmas Baby Names

Names such as Asher or Robin are contemporary, but will suit any kid well and are a go-to for those parents looking for a flexible and festive name. 

If you want a name that will be meaningful and applicable no matter who your baby is in the future, these gender neutral Christmas names are just the thing for you.

• Nico – (Italian) People of victory
• Christian – (Greek, Latin) Follower of Christ
• Merry – (English) Lighthearted, happy
• Lumi – (Finnish) Snow
• Aspen – (British) Aspen tree, Shaking tree
• Robin – (English) Bright fame, Name of a bird
• Ginger – (British) Root, Pep, Liveliness
• Angel – (English) Angel
• Cypress – (Greek) Cypress tree
• Lux – (Latin) Light
• Cedar – (Latin) Cedar tree
• Korie – (Irish) God’s peace, In the hollow or cauldron
• Beacon – (English) Signal light
• Holiday – (English) Holy day
• Claire – (French) Bright, Clear
• Alba – (Latin) White
• Rowan – (Scottish, Irish) Rowan tree, Little redhead
• Kit – (English) Pure
• Merrick – (Anglo-Welsh) Fame, power
• Cole – (English) Swarthy, Coal black
• Meredith – (Welsh) Great ruler
• Hollis – (English) Dweller at the holly trees
• Belen – (Spanish) Bethlehem, House of bread
• Yuki – (Japanese) Snow
• Asher – (Hebrew) Fortunate, Blessed, Happy one
• Paz – (Hebrew, Spanish) Gold, Peace
• Michael – (Hebrew) Who is like God?
• Lior – (Hebrew) I have a light
• Pine – (English) Pine tree, Pine forest
• Gaelle – (French) From Gaul
• Marie – (French) Drop of the sea, Bitter, Beloved
• Carol – (English) Free man
• Winter – (British) Winter
• Berry – (English, Greek) Berry, the fruit, Fortified place
• Comet – (Greek) Head with long hair
• North – (British) North
• Hani – (Hawaiian) Joyful
• Christmas – (British) Christmas
• Kalei – (Hawaiian) Flowers or child
• Helge – (Scandinavian) Holy
• Nevada – (Spanish) Covered in snow
• Hikaru – (Japanese) Light or radiance
• Felicio – (Latin) Happiness, Good fortune
• Crimson – (English, Arabic) Rich deep red
• Hilary – (Latin from Greek) Cheerful, happy
• Noel – (French) Christmas
• Yule – (English) Winter solstice

Wrapping Up

I hope you have been inspired by this list of Christmas baby names and it has added a little holiday cheer to your name hunt.

From classical elegance with Joseph and Clara, to natural simplicity with Frost and Aurora, naming your baby after the season can also make the day of his or her birth that much more memorable.

Whether you’re thinking of an old school name that still sounds timeless or a fresh one that is full of Christmas spirit, go with your gut and let the magic of Christmas guide you.

Congrats on the right name for your holiday baby-wonder, and a name that will be treasured by your family for a lifetime.

Merry Christmas, and happy naming!