Christmas is an English first name of Christian origin, derived from the Middle English 'Cristemasse', which translates to 'Christ's Mass'. It refers to the Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. This name gained popularity in the Victorian era due to renewed interest in traditional holidays and customs. While it's primarily used as a male given name, it can also be used for females. Christmas is often associated with warmth, festivity, and family gatherings.
The name Christmas appears to have experienced popularity fluctuations over the years, with a significant spike in usage between 1984 and 1985, totaling 22 births within those two years alone. Conversely, there are periods where the name was hardly used at all, such as from 1967 to 1978 (excluding 1979), with no recorded births for eleven consecutive years. The most recent data shows a slight resurgence in its usage since 2013, with an average of approximately six births per year during this period. Overall, the name Christmas has been used a total of 160 times over the specified years.