Rounding out the end of the year is the month of December. Baby girls born in this month hopefully encapsulate the ethos of such a cheerful, wondrous month. December is such a lovely month for a variety of reasons. For starters, it's when people are most generous. They're also more appreciative of each other, as so many holidays take place during this month. And with the new year just around the corner, there's the idea of new starts and fresh beginnings. Plus, for those lucky enough to live in places with the four seasons, December can be a truly beautiful month, decorated with glittering snow.
All that being said, it only makes sense for parents who have a baby girl born in the year's final month to draw name inspiration from December! Click ahead for 20 stunning December-inspired baby girl names.
Charity
Not only is Charity such a beautiful name on its own, but it really captures the essence of the holiday season when people are most generous and giving. The name itself comes from the Latin word for "valued."
CADY
In French, the word "cadeau" means "gift." A December-appropriate variation of that word is the name Cady, which sounds similar to Katie. (But of course, it's less common!)
EIRWEN
Looking for an unusual name? Check out the absolutely stunning Welsh name Eirwen. It means "snow," which is perfect for December baby girls who are born when snow is falling outside (or for parents who just love the snow)!
EVE
Short but sweet, the name Eve is perfect for a beautiful baby girl born in December. The name is a Hebrew one, meaning "life." Since December is when Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve take place, this name couldn't be any more fitting for a baby girl born in the final month.
Noelle
Meaning "Christmas" in French, Noelle is an apt choice for baby girls born near Christmas. We love how elegant the name sounds.
GINGER
Fan of gingerbread? How about adapting the delicious holiday cookie into the name Ginger? We think the convivial name suits a baby with a cheerful energy.
ABIGAIL
A classic and timeless name, Abigail means "father is rejoicing." This makes it an ideal choice for parents who want a Christmas-inspired name.
ANYA
Deriving from the French name Anne and the Hebrew name Hannah, Anya is a stunning and sophisticated name choice for a pretty baby girl. The name means "grace," which is reminiscent of Christmas. Anya was also the name of Mrs. Claus in the 1985 flick Santa Claus.
CAROL
Parents who love both Christmas and singing may want to choose the name Carol for their precious baby girl. Although the name has Latin origins, it's now associated with the jolly act of Christmas caroling.
HOLLY
Holly is such a vibrant name, it's perfect for the December-born baby girl who can't stop smiling. The name comes from the holly tree, which is an evergreen tree with sharp leaves and red berries that's often used to decorate during the holidays.
FAITH
Capturing the spirit of the holiday season is the charming baby girl name Faith. The meaning of the name is "to have complete trust in God."
JOY
The saying "joy to the world" takes on new meaning when it comes to naming a baby girl Joy. We like this choice for those born in December because it reminds us of the happy, jubilant spirit that takes over. We can only imagine a baby with this name being just as happy.
LUCY
The name Lucy is straightforward but still totally darling. It comes from the Latin word "lux," which means "light," and given the idea of holiday lights, is perfect for December baby girls.
MARY
Mary is a lasting name for a baby girl that's well-suited for a December-born baby. Not only is it the name of Jesus' mother, but it's also reminiscent of the Christmassy word "merry."
NATALIA
The baby girl name Natalia sounds so delicate and feminine. In Latin, the name means "born on Christmas," so of course, it's perfect for baby girls born on December 25.
PALOMA
How endearing is the baby girl name Paloma? In Spanish, the name means "dove." These white birds are not only symbols of peace, but are also strongly associated with the Christmas season.
NATASHA
The Russian name Natasha is a graceful one. Like the name Natalia, it is given to babies born on Christmas Day.
HOPE
Hope is a baby girl name that sums up the feeling of the holiday season. We think it's a fitting choice for parents who want their baby girl to display the positive quality throughout her life.
CLARICE
Meaning "bright" in Latin, the baby girl name Clarice is simply stunning! It's perfect for babies born in December because it's also the name of a reindeer!
LIORA
How captivating is the name Liora? In Hebrew, the name means "light," which is reminiscent of the menorah that's lit during Hanukkah.
