As a summer baby myself, I was always envious of my sisterâs December birthday growing up. I remember thinking, âNot only does she get Christmas presents, but birthday presents, too?!â The jealousy was real. And it wasnât until I was older that I started to appreciate my June birthday for all of its glory. Still, I always wanted to revel in the magic that was her winter birthday. Her day was always spent sledding with her friends, watching holiday movies with our family, and drinking hot chocolate until our stomachs hurt. It was as if the magic of the holidays stretched to her birthday in the most exciting of ways.Â
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For anyone anticipating a little one in the coming winter months, I hope you and your family feel just as much of the winter magic as we always did. And, if you want to commemorate the special season, might I suggest drawing baby name inspiration from it? Here youâll find some adorably cool winter baby namesâfrom the ones that mean âsnow,â to the ones that are reminiscent of the chilly season, and more. Read on for 80 of the best winter baby names.
Winter Baby Names for Girls
Alba
Our minds may quickly go to the actress with this surname, none other than Jessica Alba. But we also love that it is of Spanish origin meaning âbrightâ and âwhite.â
Apricity
If you combine April and Felicity, you get this name as beautiful as the âwarmth of the sun in winter.â
Aurora
I recently had a friend choose this moniker for her little girlâwho they call Rory for shortâand I couldnât love it more. Itâs certainly reminiscent of the winter phenomenon of the Aurora Borealis, or the Northern Lights.Â
Bianca
This highly-feminine Italian name means âpureâ and âwhite,â reminding us of the first winter snowfall each year.Â
Blanche
Grandma-style baby names have been making a comeback for quite some time, and for good reason. Names like Blanche, which means âwhiteâ in French, truly never go out of style.
Carol
For a name that makes you want to sing out in joy, consider Carol, which brings to mind Christmas carols that are sung around the holidays.
Demetria
For a unique name with lots of power behind it, consider Demetria, who is known as the Greek goddess of winter.
Eira
This lovely Welsh title is perfect for a winter baby as it holds the meaning of âsnow.â
Elsa
Let it go, let it goâas in, let go of all of the other winter baby names because this might just be the perfect one! Weâre inspired by the quintessential winter Disney movie, Frozen, and its main character.Â
Frostine
Unique baby name, anyone? This delicate French title holds the meaning of âfreezingâ and simply couldnât be more perfect for this list.
Guinevere
This beautifully feminine title is of English origin and means âwhite.â
Gwenyth
Whether youâre a big fan of Gwenyth Paltrow or simply love the beautiful name, itâs a wonderful option for a little girl. Of Welsh origin, it means âwhite.â
Holly
Because mistletoe didnât make the cut, I included the next best thing. Strongly associated with Christmas, the British name refers to the holly tree.
Ivy
While most plants tend to wither in winter months, the ivy plant is known for being evergreen. For a resilient little one, consider this Latin name that means âvineâ and invokes imagery of the beautiful plant.
January
Of all of the months-turned-baby-names, this might just be my favorite. Of course, Iâm referring to the typical cold month that starts our year. This is a perfect option for a NYE baby.Â
Juniper
As it turns out, winter baby names tend to go hand-in-hand with nature-inspired baby names. This tops my list of favorites and references the winter tree, which holds the meanings of âyoungâ and âevergreenâ in Latin.Â
Marzanna
A little one with this highly unique name would share a title with the Slavic goddess of winter and rebirth.
Natasha
There simply couldnât be a better name choice for a little girl born on or around Christmas Day as this Russian name quite literally means âborn on Christmas Day.â
Noelle/Noella
This name of French origin is perfect for a little girl born in the winter months. With ties to one of the most celebrated winter holidays, the French name means âChristmas.â
More Winter Baby Names for Girls
- Alaska: Referring to the snowy northern state.
- Amethyst: The birthstone for the month of February.
- Atiyah: Arabic name meaning âgiftâ or âpresent.â
- Crystal: Greek name meaning âbrilliant, clear glass.â
- Gola: âWinterâ in Cherokee.
- Gwyneira: A Welsh name that symbolizes the beauty and purity of snow.
- Himani: Sanskrit name meaning âglacier.â
- Icelyn: Jamaican name meaning âsnow.â
- Joy: Latin meaning âhappiness.â
- Nia: Meaning âpurposeâ in Swahili, Nia is one of the seven principles of Kwanzaa.
- Skadi: The Norse goddess of skiing, winter, and mountains.
- Yalda: Referring to Yalda Night, a Persian winter solstice festival.
Winter Baby Names for Boys
Andri
While I love the strong, classic title Andrew, I might love this similar-sounding option just as much. The Old Norse name means âsnow shoeâ and is perfect for an outdoor-loving family.
Bentley
In 1885, Wilson A. Bentley became known as the first person to photograph a single snowflake. This success of a Vermont farmer is reason enough to be inspired by his surname.
Boreas
Anyone who lives in a colder region knows the importance of bundling up in the winter months, especially when the ânorth windâ comes through. Holding this special windâs meaning, this name has Greek origins.
Chan
This sharp title is of Chinese origin and holds the meaning of âsnow.â
Colden
As magical as the winter months are, they also can be very cold. This name encapsulates the chilly weather in a unique and charming way.
Cole
To help ensure your little one never receives coal in his stocking, consider this baby name.
Douglas
There are several plants that the winter months and its holidays are known for. The Douglas fir might just be the most well known, as many families decorate them as their Christmas tree each year.
Jack
Just like a newborn baby, Jack Frost is sure to make his presence known when he comes to town.
Nevis
Similarly, and also holding the meaning of âsnow,â is this Caribbean moniker.
Nicholas
Whether you think of the saint or the man in the red suit upon hearing this name, it doesnât get much more holiday-inspired than this.
Olwen
Like the name Owen but want something a little different? Consider this Welsh name meaning âwhite footprint.â
Rudolf
Of course this name is inspired by a favorite red-nosed reindeer. Whatâs even better is that the German name holds the strong meaning of âfamous wolf.â
Snow
We simply had to include this name that makes us picture a classic white holiday scene. Plus, fans of the hit series Game of Thrones will think of the ever-noble Jon Snow.
Warrin
While you may be familiar with Warren, we have the Pitjantjatjara Aboriginal people of Central Australia to thank for this variation. For them, this name holds the meaning of âthe cold months.â
Whittaker
A strong name such as this is fitting enough for consideration, but its English meaning of âfrom the white fieldâ makes it even more perfect for a winter baby.
Yukio
Head to Japan to find the origins of this perfectly winter-centric baby name meaning âsnow.â
More Winter Baby Names for Boys
- Aquilo: Greek title for the North Wind.
- Celyn: Welsh name meaning âholly.â
- Gray: Referring to the color between black and white that the winter months are known for.
- Himesh: Sanskrit name meaning âlord of snow.â
- Nix: Latin name meaning âsnow.â
- Oren: Hebrew name meaning âpine tree.â
- Sylvester: Latin title meaning âwoodland,â also refers to the Catholic Saint Sylvesterâs Day, or the last day of the year.
- Stellan: Swedish name meaning âpeaceful.â
- Whitaker: Old English name meaning âwhite field.â
- Wilson: Wilson Bentley is credited as the first person to photograph a snowflake.
Gender-Neutral Winter Baby Names
Aspen
Colorado is known for being a winter travel destination, especially for the amazing skiing opportunities in the area. One of the most well-known spots? Aspen. If the snowcapped mountains arenât enough, weâre also reminded of the trees that lose their leaves in the fall but remain standing tall and proud throughout the winter months.
Aster
This Greek name meaning âstarâ simply feels fitting for our list of winter baby names.Â
Blaze
While we probably donât want to get caught in a winter snowstormâcommonly known as a blazeâwe do want to cuddle up by a warm fire all winter long. Thatâs why this Latin name meaning âfireâ or âflameâ is uniquely fitting for this list.Â
Cypress
Known for their timeless beauty, the evergreen cypress trees are a wonderful place to draw gender-neutral baby name inspiration from.
Eirwen
A lovely name of Welsh origin, Eirwen holds the meaning of âblessed snow.â While typically seen as a feminine title, we happen to think it would make a great option for a little boy as well.
Ember
Speaking of cozy fires, there can be no flame without first having a âspark.â I love this British name that holds this meaning, as well as âburning low.â
Gabriel/Gabrielle
This name has strong Biblical ties and is known for being the name of the angel in the Christian Christmas story. The Hebrew name fittingly means âGod is my strength.â
Kari
Babies born in the winter months likely wonât be strangers to snow. Thatâs why this Turkish name meaning âcovered with snowâ got an inclusion on our list.
Lumi
And while weâre on the subject, itâs easy to love this Finnish name meaning âsnow.â
Neve
The snappy name hailing from Italy means âsnow.â If you have a winter baby on the way and ties to Italy, this may be the perfect option to consider.
North
Our friends in the north are no strangers to chilly winter weather. And whether youâre inspired by winter or Kim Kardashian here, I approve.
Robin
When everything is covered with white snow, itâs hard to miss a colorful robin that often sticks around even in the cold winter months.
Winter/Wynter
While itâs clear where the inspiration is coming from with this one, I love the fact that it can be made even more unique by opting for a different spelling.
Wren
The winter months tend to be a lot quieter than that of spring and summer. If you do hear a bird or two during the chilly season, thereâs a good chance youâre hearing the song of a small winter wren.
Yule
Known as a German winter festival taking place in late December, Yule is the name of the winter solstice.
More Gender-Neutral Winter Baby Names
- Chandler: French name meaning âcandlemaker.â
- Garnet: The name of the birthstone for January.
- Imani: Arabic and Swahili name meaning âfaith,â also one of the seven principles of Kwanzaa.
- Iver: Scandinavian name meaning âbow.â
- Izar: Basque name meaning âstar.â
- Nevada: Place name coming from the Spanish word nevada meaning âsnowy.â
- Solstice: Inspired by the winter solstice, meaning âwhen the sun stands still.â
- Storm: British name meaning âunpleasant weather.â
Brett Nicole Hayden, Assistant Editor
As the Assistant Editor, Brett works with the editors of The Everymom on the content creation process by updating stories, sourcing images and graphics, and pitching and contributing her own articles. Her favorite topics to write about are culture, relationships, and living. Sheâs also The Everymomâs resident baby names and family movies expert!