December
dee-SEM-ber
December is a girl’s name of Latin origin, meaning “December is derived from the Latin 'decem', meaning 'ten', as it was originally the tenth month of the Roman calendar.”. It currently ranks #5172 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2012.
What December Means
“December is derived from the Latin 'decem', meaning 'ten', as it was originally the tenth month of the Roman calendar.”
The Story of December
This name holds the magic of the year's end, the quiet beauty of the first frost, a promise of wonder arriving just when you least expect it.
December draws its name from the Latin 'decem,' meaning 'ten,' as it was once the tenth month of the Roman calendar. First appearing in popular usage around the mid-20th century, this name embodies the unique atmosphere of the final month, evoking feelings of cozy introspection, festive anticipation, and the stark beauty of winter. It traveled from ancient calendars into a modern lexicon, offering a distinctive and evocative choice.
There's a certain contemplative charm in saying 'December,' a name that feels both grounded in time and uniquely personal. When you write this name for your daughter, imagine the quiet thrill of the first snowfall, the cozy warmth of a hearth. It’s a name for a child whose presence brings a sense of deep calm and thoughtful wonder, a contrast to the usual rush.
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Peak Year
#46 in 2012
Total Births
1,597
First Recorded
1960
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