Gloria, anyone? 21 festive baby girl names that are not obvious. At. All.

Looking for a name for your baby to mark the festive season, WITHOUT going for something obvious like Jesus?

Whether it's a subtle nod to the season or something really obscure, we've got plenty for you to choose from. 

1. Angelica – meaning messenger

2. Belle – meaning beautiful

3. Berry – a colour 

4. Carol – meaning song of happiness

5. Christina – meaning follower of Christ 

6. Clara – meaning clear, bright 

7. Eva – meaning life 

8. Esther – meaning star 

9. Gabriella – meaning woman of God

10. Gloria – meaning glory 

11. Hermione – meaning messenger of God

12. Juniper – meaning young 

13. Joy – meaning happiness

14. Ivy – meaning faithfulness

15. Kris – meaning bearing Christ 

16. Mary – meaning wished-for child 

17. Natalie – meaning Christmas Day 

18. Nicola – meaning victory

19. Noelle – meaning Christmas

20. Robyn – meaning bright, shining

21. Starr – meaning star

Do you have a favourite name?