Names That Mean Winter

  1. Talvi
    • Origin:

      Finnish
    • Meaning:

      "winter"
    • Description:

      If Winter is too basic for you, Talvi might appeal. It's familiar in Finland and Sweden, but unheard of to most English speakers.
  2. Apricity
    • Origin:

      Latin
    • Meaning:

      "the warmth of the sun in winter"
    • Description:

      Part-April, part-Felicity, but with the wonderfully whimsical feel of Serendipity. Apricity debuted in the US charts for the first time in 2022.
  3. Cherith
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "Winter stream"
    • Description:

      One of the rarer names to come from the Bible, Cherith has a fresh and modern sound despite its ancient roots. Cherith was the name of the stream that kept Elijah alive during the three years' drought which he announced to King Ahab. In English, Cherith pleasingly reminds one of the word cherish which is another plus to this underused girls' name.
  4. Yule
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "winter solstice"
    • Description:

      A possible Christmas name for a baby boy, if you find Noel too mundane. But we fear it doesn't sound very festive.
  5. Vetle
    • Origin:

      Norwegian
    • Meaning:

      "winter traveler"
    • Description:

      Vetle is currently popular for boys in Norway. It comes from the Old Norse name Vetrliði, which means "winter traveler" and is also a word for a bear cub. Outside of Norway, it's very rare but could be a lovely choice for a winter baby.
  6. Zima
    • Origin:

      Slavic
    • Meaning:

      "winter"
    • Description:

      There are surprisingly few names meaning "winter". This one doesn't rank on the US charts, but with the English word name Winter becoming increasingly popular, it would make a catchy international alternative.
  7. Yule
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "winter solstice"
    • Description:

      Yule is one Christmas baby name that doesn't sound very festive. We prefer Winter or even Christmas itself.
  8. Gola
    • Origin:

      Cherokee
    • Meaning:

      "winter"
    • Description:

      Traditional Cherokee choice for a winter-born daughter.
  9. Wintergreen
    • Origin:

      English nature name
    • Meaning:

      "green in the winter"
    • Description:

      Wintergreen is an antiquated form of the term "evergreen" that today is commonly associated with the mint-like flavoring found in toothpaste, chewing gum, and American root beer (yes, really). It's never been documented as a baby name, but considering Winter is so common these days, it's certainly within the realm of possibility.
  10. Koliada
    • Origin:

      Bulgarian
    • Meaning:

      "winter festival"
    • Description:

      The Bulgarian deity of the New Year — fitting for a baby due around the turn of the calendar year.
  11. Wintergreen
    • Origin:

      English nature name
    • Meaning:

      "green in the winter"
    • Description:

      The term "wintergreen" historically referred to plants that remain green through the winter, for which we use the word "evergreen" today. Gaultheria wintergreens, shrubs, contain the oil used to make wintergreen mint flavoring, used in chewing gum, toothpaste, and even root beer.
  12. Koliada
    • Origin:

      Slavic
    • Meaning:

      "winter festival"
    • Description:

      Not a traditional name for a person, but this Slavic word has a lyrical, namelike sound. Koliada was an ancient festival that was incorporated into Christmas, and the word lives on in several Slavic languages to denote festive traditions. It possibly derives from a god or goddess of the returning sun, so it could be a name for a midwinter or new year baby.