10 Baby Names Inspired By Wintertime

From the beauty of snow falling on a crisp day to the spirit of the holidays, winter is a magical time of year. If you're expecting a baby during the cold weather months, a winter-inspired name celebrates the season of your special arrival. But even if you're not expecting this time of year, picking a name that relates to wintertime can feel unique if you particularly love the peace and beauty of a snow day, or the joy and celebrations that accompany the holiday season.

Of course, you can go with a name like Winter/Wynter. Choosing this name opens you up to cute nicknames like Wynnie or Wyn. And using Snow as a middle name, along with a more traditional first name, can be a subtle way to reference the season. While there are some names that literally mean snow, other possibilities include monikers that naturally tie to the season. Whatever aspects of winter you want to honor, there are classic, modern, or unusual enough choices that you won't see your baby's name everywhere.

January is a month associated with the concept of out with the old and in with the new — a fresh start. As a girl's name for a baby born during the heart of winter, it's an inspirational choice if you're looking for a name that signifies a new beginning. The actress January Jones is one well-known owner of the moniker.

Holly is named after the holly bush, which is an evergreen that produces bright red berries during the winter season. Holly is also often used in garlands and wreaths, which are an integral part of many people's festive holiday decor. There are even songs about the bush, such as "A Holly Jolly Christmas," so choosing this name evokes the spirit of the season all year long.

Pronounced as "Nev," the name Neve is a romantic, unusual name, but it has a direct connection to wintertime. Neve means "snow" In Latin. In fact, "neve" is actually the name for a specific type of snow: one that has frozen, then thawed, then refrozen, which makes it particularly hard, and a perfect name for a hearty little girl.

Nicholas feels particularly fitting for a baby born around Christmas time. But you don't have to love "Jolly Old Saint Nick" to use the name, as Nicholas translates to "victory of the people," making it a powerful name for your future leader. Additionally, St. Nicholas, said to be born in the third century, was known generosity and giving, which are wonderful attributes in any child.

The gender neutral name Rowan has an unusual connection to wintertime. The Rowan tree produces bright red berries that last throughout the winter and look particularly vibrant on the bare branches, making this a meaningful name for parents who hope for their child to stand out in the crowd. Additionally, in Irish and Scottish lore, the Rowan tree is said to offer wisdom and protection.

The sweet name Lumi is of Finnish origin and translates directly to "snow." Lumi may be rare in the United States, but it's actually quite popular — one of the top 50 girls' names in 2025 — in Finland. The name feels fresh and luminous as a choice for a winter baby. 

Juniper is a lovely winter-inspired name inspired by the juniper shrub, which is a hearty evergreen that keeps its needles year-round, even in the cold and snow. The name is a perfect choice if you're looking to celebrate your little one's resilience and sturdiness even in tough conditions. 

Orion, one of the most recognizable constellations in the Northern Hemisphere, makes the list for winter-inspired baby names because you can see it on clear nights from November through February. It's especially prominent in January. Orion comes from Greek mythology, representing a hunter figure.

This gender neutral name is one where your child won't get lost in the crowd. Pronounced "Keer-ith," the name has biblical origins and roughly translates to winter stream. Nicknames for a boy could be Kerr, or for a girl, Kerry, a name that is of Irish origin and refers to scenic, beautiful landscapes.

Ewell, pronounced "Yoo-al," is an unusual name that has roots in the Old English word Yule, which means "winter solstice."  Yuletide refers to the festive weeks surrounding the holiday season, making this a fitting name for a baby boy who brings tidings of comfort and joy to his family.