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What does the baby name December mean? Learn about what December means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

December - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of December
D-E-C-E-M-B-E-R, is a 8-letter male given name.
Pronunciation of December
dis-EM-bər
dee SEM ber
Meaning of December
Born in december, the tenth one, tenth month.
Origin of December
The name 'December' is derived from the Latin word 'decem', which means 'ten'. In the ancient Roman calendar, December was originally the tenth month of the year. However, when the calendar was reformed, it became the twelfth and final month.
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Popularity of December
As a given name, 'December' is relatively uncommon. It is more commonly used as a word to refer to the twelfth month of the year. The popularity of using 'December' as a name for boys has remained relatively low, with only a few instances of its usage.
December currently has 4 likes, and is in the top 9% of liked boy's names. The name Adesola is slightly more popular than December.

Etymology of December

The etymology of the name 'December' is closely tied to its Latin roots. The Latin word 'decem' means 'ten', reflecting the original placement of December as the tenth month in the ancient Roman calendar.

Cultural Significance of December

December holds cultural significance as the final month of the year. It is often associated with holidays, festivities, and the transition into a new year. In many cultures, December is a time of reflection, celebration, and renewal. However, as a given name, 'December' does not hold significant cultural symbolism or meaning.