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December Dog Names

Updated: April 20, 2024

Welcome to our specially curated list, perfect for those who are welcoming a new four-legged friend during the festive month of December. This time of year is filled with joy, celebrations, and a unique spirit of love and giving. Why not embrace the season when naming your new pet?

Our collection is brimming with names inspired by winter weather, holiday traditions, and December's unique charm. It's the perfect place to find a moniker that not only describes your pet's personality but also pays homage to their arrival during this magical time of year. From names that invoke the crisp winter air to those that encapsulate the warmth and comfort of the holiday season, we have something for every dog and their owner.

So whether your new addition is as sweet as sugarplum, or as joyful as a sleigh bell, you're sure to find a name in our selection that resonates. Get ready to embark on a journey through a winter wonderland of names and choose one that will make your dog's first December one to remember.

Name Reason to Choose
Angel For a dog that's heavenly
Balsam Reminiscent of the scent of Christmas trees
Bauble Inspired by the shiny ornaments that decorate Christmas trees
Bell A festive name that rings true
Berrie The holiday season is a time for berries and holly
Bethlehem The birthplace of Jesus, a significant location in the Christmas story
Bing A tribute to Bing Crosby, who is known for his Christmas songs
Birch It's a type of tree that remains strong and resilient in winter
Blitzen Inspired by one of Santa's reindeer
Blizzard Inspired by the snow storms that could happen in December
Bobsled A winter sport that could describe a fast dog
Boots Reminiscent of warm boots worn in snowy weather
Brandy A popular winter drink, warming and comforting
Breeze A reminder of the chilly winter wind
Breezy A name that represents the chilly December wind
Brr A fun name that encapsulates the chill of December
Brrr Relates to the cold weather of December
Candle Inspired by the candles lit during December festivities
Candy After all the sweet treats enjoyed during holiday season
Cane Inspired by the sweet holiday treat, candy cane
Cardamom A spice used in many holiday recipes
Carol Named after the Christmas carols sung in December
Charity A virtue emphasized during the holiday season
Chestnut A classic holiday treat
Chill This name is a nod to the cold December weather
Chilly A perfect name for a dog born in the cold
Chimney A playful name inspired by Santa's entrance
Cider Inspired by the warm apple cider enjoyed in December
Claus Inspired by the jolly figure of Christmas
Clove Named after the spice used in December recipes
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Nature-themed Names

December brings to mind natural elements like Snow, Pine, and Holly. These could make great dog names.
Name Description
Birch A name inspired by the beautiful, snow-covered birch trees in December
Blizzard Reminiscent of the powerful snowstorms that occur in December
Cedar A name that evokes the scent of fresh cedar trees in December
Chestnut Named after the nuts roasting on an open fire during December
Clove A spicy name, reminiscent of the smell of cloves during the December holiday season
Evergreen Perfect for a dog that's as eternal and refreshing as a December pine tree
Fir A simple, strong name for a dog, inspired by the fir trees so common in December
Flurry A cute name for a pup, inspired by the light snow flurries of December
Frost A cool name for a dog, inspired by the frosty winter mornings of December
Ginger It's inspired by the warm and spicy gingerbread cookies baked in December
Glacier This name is inspired by the icy landscapes that are more visible in December
Holly It's inspired by the vibrant, prickly plant that brightens up December landscapes
Icicle A moniker that reflects the beautiful, icy formations of December
Ivy This plant, along with holly, is a symbol of Christmas in December
Juniper Reminiscent of the juniper berries that are often used in winter holiday decorations
Mistletoe It's a symbol of love and joy, much like our dogs, during the December holiday season
Pine Named after the evergreen conifers, symbolic of December
Poinsettia This name is inspired by the festive plant popular during December
Snowflake Reminiscent of the soft, beautiful snowflakes that fall in December
Solstice Named after the winter solstice, the shortest day of the year that occurs in December
Spruce Inspired by the spruce trees that become Christmas trees in December
Starlight Inspired by the clear, star-filled December nights
Tinsel This shiny decoration is a staple of December festivities
Winter This name embodies the chilly and festive month of December
Yule A reference to Yuletide, a festival historically observed by the Germanic peoples, which now is more commonly associated with December
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Zodiac Names

Sagittarius and Capricorn are the zodiac signs for December. Names like Archer (for Sagittarius) or Goat (for Capricorn) could be interesting.
Name Description
Bells Bells are often heard during the December holiday season
Blizzard Blizzards are common in December in many places
Candle Candles are often lit during December celebrations
Capricorn This name represents the zodiac sign of those born in December
Caroler Caroling is a popular activity during December
Chilly December weather is often chilly
Evergreen Evergreen trees are often used as Christmas trees in December
Frosty This name symbolizes the frosty weather in December
Garland Garlands are often used as decorations in December
Gingerbread Gingerbread cookies are a popular treat during December
Holly A plant often associated with the holiday season in December
Icicle Icicles often form during December
Icy Icy weather is common in December
Jupiter The ruling planet of Sagittarius
Mistletoe Mistletoe is often used as decoration in December
Poinsettia A popular December plant
Sagittarius Sagittarius is a zodiac sign associated with the month of December
Saturn The ruling planet of Capricorn
Sleigh Sleighs are often associated with December due to Christmas
Snowflake December is a month known for snowfall in many places
Solstice Late December marks the winter solstice
Star Stars are a common decoration during December
Tinsel Tinsel is a common December decoration
Winter This name is related to the season that begins in December
Yule Yule is a festival observed during the winter solstice
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Gemstone Names

December's birthstones are Turquoise, Tanzanite, and Zircon. These could make unique and meaningful dog names.
Name Description
Agate This gemstone's earthy tones mirror the wintry landscapes of December
Alexandrite This gemstone's color-changing properties represent the shifting moods of December weather
Amber This gemstone's warm tones represent the cozy fires of December
Amethyst This gemstone's color can be reminiscent of the twilight skies of December
Aquamarine This gemstone mirrors the wintry blue skies of December
Beryl Associated with the winter snow of December and is a gemstone
Citrine This gemstone's golden hues reflect the warmth of December's holiday lights
Diamond This gemstone's brilliance parallels the sparkle of December's frost
Emerald This gemstone's color represents the greenery of December's Christmas trees
Garnet The rich red color of Garnet symbolizes the festive cheer of December
Jasper This gemstone's earthy tones reflect the bare trees of December
Lapis This gemstone's deep blue color is reminiscent of December's night sky
Moonstone This gemstone symbolizes the clear, cold nights of December
Morganite This pink gemstone brings warmth to December's chilly weather
Obsidian This dark gemstone captures the essence of December's long nights
Onyx Represents the long, dark nights of December and is a beautiful gemstone
Opal This gemstone's multi-colored shine reflects the twinkling Christmas lights of December
Pearl The whiteness of this gemstone is reminiscent of December's snow
Peridot This green gemstone is a reminder of December's holly and ivy
Ruby Reflects the red of December's festive season and is also a precious gemstone
Sapphire This blue gemstone mirrors the icy hues of December
Tanzanite This gemstone's deep blue color reflects the chilly nights of December
Topaz A gemstone known for its warmth, mirroring the cozy fires of December
Turquoise This gemstone symbolizes the frosty mornings of December
Zircon This gemstone's blue-green color is reminiscent of December's icy hues
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Holiday-themed Names

December is a festive month with holidays like Christmas and Hanukkah. Names like Santa, Elf, or Dreidel could be fun and festive.
Name Description
Blizzard Represents the winter weather, perfect for a high-energy dog
CandyCane Named after the holiday treat, fitting for a red or white-coated pup
Carol Reflects the joyous holiday songs, great for a dog that loves to howl
Chestnut Inspired by the holiday song, perfect for a warm and comforting pet
Cider After the warm holiday drink, ideal for a cozy and comforting pup
Dasher One of Santa's reindeer, apt for a fast or energetic dog
Eggnog After the holiday drink, suitable for a sweet and cuddly pet
Elf A nod to Santa's helpers, ideal for a playful and energetic dog
Frosty Reminds of the beloved snowman, ideal for a white or cool-tempered dog
Gingerbread Named after the traditional holiday treat, suitable for a lovable and sweet dog
Holly Symbolizes Christmas and winter, great for a dog with a glossy coat
Icicle Symbolizes the frosty weather, fitting for a cool and calm pet
Jingle Represents the sound of Christmas bells, apt for a dog that loves to run
Kringle Another name for Santa Claus, apt for a jolly and giving dog
Mistletoe Named for the traditional holiday plant, suitable for a dog that loves kisses
Noel A French word for Christmas, fitting for a festive and cheerful dog
Nutmeg A popular holiday spice, ideal for a sweet and comforting pet
Poinsettia After the holiday plant, suitable for a beautiful and bright dog
Polar Symbolizes the North Pole, perfect for a white-coated or cold-loving dog
Rudolph After the most famous reindeer, great for a dog with a shiny nose
Snowflake Reminiscent of the winter season, perfect for a white-coated pup
Star Symbolizes the Christmas tree topper, apt for a standout dog
Tinsel After the shiny Christmas decoration, fitting for a bright and shiny pup
Winter Represents the season, great for a dog with a cool or frosty personality
Yule Signifies Christmas time, perfect for a dog born in December
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Winter-themed Names

December is synonymous with winter, so names like Frost, Snowy, Icicle could be fitting for dogs adopted in this month.
Name Description
Blizzard A dramatic name for a dog, inspired by winter storms
Candle For dogs that light up the long winter nights
Chestnut Named after the winter snack and song lyric
Chilly For dogs that love the cold weather
Cocoa Perfect for a brown dog and a warm winter beverage
Evergreen Inspired by the trees that thrive in winter
Flurry Inspired by light snowfall
Frosty It's a nod to the chilly winter temperature
Gingerbread Named after a favorite holiday season treat
Glacier Perfect for a large breed with a cool demeanor
Holly Named after a plant associated with winter holidays
Icicle Perfect for a dog with a cool personality
Igloo Named after the traditional winter shelter
Mittens Inspired by winter handwear
Nutmeg Inspired by the spice used in holiday recipes
Penguin Inspired by the winter-loving bird species
Polar Reflects the wintry polar regions of the earth
Snowball Perfect for a playful pup who loves the snow
Snowflake Named after the unique winter precipitation
Solstice For dogs born around the winter solstice
Starlight Inspired by the clear winter night sky
Sweater For dogs that love their winter wardrobe
Tinsel Inspired by the shiny holiday decoration
Winterson A unique name that encapsulates the season
Yule Named after the historical winter festival
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