, whose original name was Kate, was given the middle name Noelle? This is not only derived from the French word for Christmas, but also stands for “light after darkness.” Sounds perfect for a birthday child of the winter solstice. After all, it also heralds the phase in which the days—and therefore the bright hours of sunshine—become longer.When it comes to fashion trends, Katie Holmes also seems to want to usher in the brighter and warmer seasons.