The season of kindness. A time of giving. Christmas is often seen as inspiring and delightful. And whether you are looking for ideas on Christmas baby names or want to be inspired by your own given name, this is the place for you.
Christmas Names for Girls
Carol
- Carol is of Middle English, Old French origins and is defined as a religious folk song or popular hymn associated with Christmas. Other versions of the name include Carole, Karol, Caroline, and Kallie. In 2023, the name Carol was not among the top 1,000 female names used but was popular between 1928-1971 when it ranked among the top 100 names given to girls in the United States.
Joy
- Joy is of Latin, Old French, Middle English origins and is defined as a feeling of great pleasure and happiness. Other versions of the name include Joi and Joye. In 2023, the name Joy was used for 676 female births in the United States.
Holly
- Holly is of German, Old English, Middle English origins and is defined as a tree or shrub of the Aquifoliaceae family, categorized by dark green leaves and red berries. You will often find the evergreen hollies featured during Christmas as part of cards, decor, and more. In 2023, the name Holly was used for 681 female births in the United States.
Nicole
- Nicole is of French origin and is defined as: victory for the people. It is the feminine form of Nicholas. Other versions of the name include Nicollette, Collete, and Nikki. In 2023, the name Nicole was used for 940 female births in the United States.
Biblical Christmas Names
Emmanuelle
- Emmanuelle is of Hebrew origin and is defined as: God is with us. It is the feminine form of Emmanuel. Variants include Emmanuela and Manuela. In 2023, the name Emmanuelle was not among the top 1,000 female names used. However, the name Manuela was used for 105 female births in the United States.
Gabriella
- Gabriella is of Hebrew origin and is defined as: God is my leader, the most powerful. It is the feminine form of Gabriel. In 2023, the name Gabriella was used for 2,782 female births in the United States. Other versions, names Gabriela and Gabrielle, were used for 1,041 and 545 female births (respectively).
Miriam
- Miriam is of Hebrew origin and can be defined as: rebel; beloved; without fault. Variants include Mary and Maria. In 2023, the name Miriam was used for 1,234 female births in the United States. Names Mary and Maria was used for 2,062 and 2,893 female births (respectively). Other versions, names Marie, Mariam and Mia were used for 451, 565 and 11,359 female births (respectively).
Christmas Names for Boys
Nicholas
- Nicholas is of Greek origin and is defined as: victory for the people. The first, most-noted name bearer was born in the 3rd century and lived with his uncle when his parents died from illness. He occupied himself with reading and his passion for scripture, and the Christian faith, led him to work and serve among the people. Saint Nicholas is the man behind Santa Claus. In 2023, the name Nicholas was used for 3,242 male births in the United States. Other versions, names Nikolas and Nicolas, were used for 419 and 1,886 male births (respectively).
Noel
- Noel is of French origin meaning Christmas. In 2023, the name Noel was used for 685 male births in the United States.
Biblical Christmas Names
Emmanuel
- Emmanuel is of Hebrew origin and is defined as: God is with us. In 2023, the name Emmanuel was used for 2,100 male births in the United States. Other versions, names Emanuel and Manual, were used 620 and 1,006 male births (respectively).
Gabriel
- Gabriel is of Hebrew origin and is defined as: God is my leader, the most powerful. It is the name of the angel that spoke to Mary. In 2023, the name Gabriel was used for 6,745 male births in the United States.
Jesús
- Jesús is the Spanish form of Joshua, and Yeshua which are defined as: Yahweh saves; Yahweh is salvation. In 2023, the name Jesús was used for 2,102 male births in the United States. Another variant of Joshua, the name Josué, was used for 1,122 male births.
Joseph
- Joseph is of Hebrew origin and is defined as: increase; may God add. In 2023, the name Joseph was used for 7,237 male births in the United States. Other versions, names Yosef and Yousef were used for 444 and 297 male births (respectively).
José
- José is the Spanish form of Joseph. In 2023, the name José was used for 3,704 male births in the United States.