40 beautiful and unique names January baby names

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January baby names

January, the first month of the year, is often associated with new beginnings. Everyone is super excited to welcome the new year with big hopes and expectations. It is the perfect time to start fresh and choose a new name for your baby.

January baby names are some of the most beautiful and unique names out there. If you're expecting a little one this month, take a look at these beautiful and unique names that would be perfect for your little blessing.

Lovely names for your January-born baby boy

If you're expecting a baby boy this January, you may be wondering what to name him. If you're looking for some inspiration, check out this list of January baby boy names.

1. Abejide
Born in Winter This is an African name meaning 'born in winter.'
2. Axel
Divine source of life, Peaceful, Contemporary Scandinavian name meaning ‘source of life.’ The popularity of this boy name has increased tremendously in the last decade and is currently in the top 100 boy names of 2021 in the US. Christian
3. Brice
Go-getter, Quick Welsh boy name meaning ambitious. People born under the zodiac Capricorn, one of the star signs of January are known to be very ambitious. Christian
4. Caleb
Faithful, Brave Hebrew name meaning faithful has graced the popularity charts for years. Kaleb is a popular variant of this name. Christian
5. Cassidy
Humorous One of the best qualities of an Aquarian is that they are highly intelligent. If your baby is a January Aquarius then consider this Irish name meaning ‘clever.’ Christian
6. Devlin
Brave or Fearless Capricorn babies are known to be brave. Devlin is a strong name of Irish origin, meaning 'fearless.' Jewish
7. Elijah
Lord is my God, Religious, Old testament prophet Hebrew origin name meaning 'the Lord is my God.' Elijah wood, who celebrates his birthday on January 29, is a famous bearer of this name. Christian
8. Emory
Industrious leader German name meaning 'industrious' because Capricorns are one of the hardworking signs out there. Jewish
9. Genty
Snow, Man of snow, Changes Irish name meaning 'man of snow' because your winter baby deserves a name that gives wintry feelings. Christian
10. Harkin
Dark red, Red-faced Irish boy's name meaning ‘dark red' refers to the color of January's birth stone.
11. Hector
Loyal Greek name meaning 'loyal.' This is a lovely name for Capricorn babies, as they are known for their 'loyalty.' Christian,Jewish
12. Hideaki
Smart or Clever, Cautious Japanese name meaning ‘clever.’ This is an attribute that is often associated with people who are born under the Aquarius zodiac sign.
13. Janus
Roman god of beginnings and endings, Optimistic, Born in January, Gate, Passageway, Opening, Beginning Janus is the Roman god of beginnings and endings. The name January is believed to be originated from Janus. Jewish
14. Martin
Combative Latin name meaning 'warrior.' The American activist Martin Luther King Jr. Was born on January 15. Christian
15. Maverick
Independent, Unconventional An English name meaning 'independent' pays tribute to the independent and free-spirited nature of Aquarians. Christian
16. Nova
Energetic, New Latin name meaning 'new' for your New Year's baby. Christian,Jewish
17. Ordell
The start Latin name meaning beginning for your baby boy born at the beginning of the year. Jewish
18. Ross
Woods, Meadows, Peninsula is home, Attractive French origin boy name meaning 'red' is a perfect January baby name as the birthstone of the month, Garnet is a red colored semi-precious stone. This name is most popularly associated with a character in the popular sitcom 'Friends.' Christian,Jewish
19. Yukiko
Snow Another name referring to the winter season. In Japanese, Yukiko means 'snow.'
20. Zeki
Having great intelligence Turkish boy name meaning ‘clever.’

Best January baby names for your little girl

If you're expecting a baby girl in January, you may be wondering what to name your little one. Here are some of the best January baby girl names, along with their meanings.

1. Alicia
Delicate, Lovely Alicia is a Greek origin name meaning 'delicate.' A famous bearer of this lovely name Alicia Keys is a January born. Christian
2. Almeda
Ambitious This Arabic name meaning ambitious will be an excellent choice if your baby girl is a Capricorn.
3. Bennett
Blessed A Latin name meaning 'little blessed one.' Christian
4. Carina
Dearest Italian origin name meaning ‘dear little one’ would make an excellent moniker for your baby girl. Christian
5. Drusilla
Strong Latin girl name meaning ‘the strong one.' Christian
6. Eira
Snow The winter season inspires many lovely names. One such name is Eira, a short and sweet moniker. This name has its origin in Welsh, and it means 'snow.'
7. Ellen
Open minded A Scottish name meaning 'shining light' is another beautiful celebrity-inspired name. Popular namesake is the comedian and television host Ellen DeGeneres who celebrates her birthday in January. Christian,Jewish
8. Genesis
Beginning Latin girl name meaning ‘origin.’ Christian
9. Hermione
Sensual Greek name meaning 'daughter of the earth.' This is a lovely name to celebrate your baby born under the earth sign Capricorn. This name became popular because of the fictional character Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter series. Jewish
10. Ione
Resembling the violet flower This Greek name meaning 'violet colored stone' pays homage to Amethyst, the birthstone of Aquarius.
11. Mila
Dear one This is an adorable name of Russian origin meaning ‘dear one’. Mila is among the top 30 girl names in the US in 2021. The popularity of this name increased greatly in the last decade. Christian
12. Neheda
Independent Arabic name meaning 'independent.' A fitting name for your free-spirited Aquarian.
13. Novella
New Latin name meaning 'new.' Being the first month of the year, January is often seen as a time for new beginnings. Jewish
14. Nyssa
Beginning The month of January represents a new beginning with lots of hope and aspirations. Welcoming a baby to one's family is the beginning of all things great. Nyssa is a Greek origin name meaning ‘beginning.’
15. Prima
First, Fresh Latin name meaning 'beginning.'
16. Rishona
First Hebrew name meaning ‘first’ would make a befitting name for your baby girl born in the first month of the year. Christian,Jewish
17. Suki
Loved one Japanese name meaning ‘loved one.’
18. Una
Unique, One who is pure, Chaste, Unity, One, A fond memory A Latin name meaning ‘one’ for the baby girl born in the first month of the year. Christian
19. Vera
Faith, Faithful friend This name of Russian origin means 'loyal.' This girl name has shown a considerable increase in popularity in the last decade. Christian,Jewish
20. Zephrine
Breeze An English name meaning 'breeze' is a perfect choice for an air sign baby girl. Those born towards the end of January belong to the air sign Aquarius. Christian

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