Find out how popular the first name December has been for the last 50 years (from 1975 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of December by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, December is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 99% of people named December being female.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 25 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name December.

The history of the first name December

The name December is English in origin and derives from the Latin word "December", which was the tenth month of the ancient Roman calendar. The name itself means "the tenth month" and was given to the twelfth month when the Roman calendar was reformed by Julius Caesar in 46 BCE. The old Latin word "decem" meaning "ten" is the root of the name.

December appears in numerous historical texts and records from ancient Rome, such as the writings of Cicero, Livy, and Pliny the Elder. It is also mentioned in the Bible's Book of Esther, where it is referred to as the month of Tebeth. However, December was not commonly used as a given name until much later in history.

One of the earliest recorded examples of December being used as a first name is December Barnes, an English Puritan who was born in 1617 and died in 1698. He was a controversial figure who was jailed multiple times for his religious beliefs and writings.

Another notable individual with the first name December is December Bride (1773-1846), a Native American woman from the Muscogee Creek Nation. She was a respected leader and activist who fought for the rights of her people during the forced relocation known as the Trail of Tears.

In the 19th century, December Wilmont (1839-1919) was an American author and poet who wrote several books of poetry and prose. She was also a prominent advocate for women's rights and suffrage.

December Carson (1920-2005) was an American jazz singer and actress who performed in the 1940s and 1950s. She was known for her unique vocal style and appeared in several films during the Golden Age of Hollywood.

Finally, December Stevens (born 1949) is an American actress and model who has appeared in numerous television shows and films since the 1970s. Some of her most notable roles include parts in the TV series "Melrose Place" and "The Commish".

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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