444 Divine Biblical Baby Names With Meanings

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Biblical baby names are rooted in faith, religion, and most importantly, the Bible. Some may confuse biblical names with Christian names or use these terms synonymously. However, there are certain distinctions between the two. Biblical names are those appellations that can be found in the Bible. They are inspired by religious figures and characters from the Old and New Testaments. On the other hand, Christian names or baptismal names are appellations given to a baby through baptism or at birth. It is also important to note that all biblical names can be considered Christian names due to their connection to religion, but not all Christian names are biblical names.

Biblical names carry an important meaning and are associated with certain characters and stories in the Bible. It is no surprise that these choices are widely used and well-loved since the Bible holds the record as one of the best-selling books of all time and has been translated into 700 languages. Based on these translations, biblical names may differ from one country to another, or from one language to another. For example, Matthew is an English biblical name, but in Catalan, Matthew is written as Mateu. It can also be found as Mátyás in Hungarian, Matviy in Ukrainian, and Matej in Slovak.

Parents may be drawn to biblical names because of certain virtues embodied by the characters in the Bible such as courage, faith, and devotion. They act as reminders and beacons for their little ones to follow. Moreover, they are timeless and have persevered through centuries. Choosing a biblical name can also be a way for parents to express their gratitude and devotion through their faith. Our list covers a huge repository of biblical baby names to explore and find the perfect one that expresses your faith, heritage, and dreams for your child's future.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Elijah	Boy	Yahweh is my God
Hannah	Girl	Grace; Favor; God has favored me
Leah	Girl	Weary; Tired
Caleb	Boy	Dog; Brave; Devoted to God; Whole-hearted
Delilah	Girl	Delicate
Eli	Boy	Ascension; My God; My God is an oath; Torch
Jeremiah	Boy	Yahweh will exalt
Adriel	Boy	Flock of God
Malachi	Boy	My angel; Messenger of God
Judah	Boy	Praise; To be praised; Thanksgiving

Jesse	Boy	God exists; Gift
Jeremy	Boy	Exalted by the Lord
Cyrus	Boy	Sun; Lord; Young; Hero
Eve	Girl	To live
Ariel	Boy	Lion of God
Hezekiah	Boy	God strengthens; Yahweh strengthens
Samson	Boy	One who is like a Sun
Eliam	Boy	God's people
Chana	Girl	A favor from almighty God
Jedidiah	Boy	Beloved; Friend; Beloved of Yahweh; Praise of Yahweh

Rebekah	Girl	To tie; Join; Snare
Eliel	Boy	My God is God
Elisha	Boy	God provides salvation
Reuben	Boy	Behold a son
Mazikeen	Unisex	Harmful or malevolent spirits
Judith	Girl	Woman from Judea; Jewish woman; Praised
Eliezer	Boy	My God is help
Claudia	Girl	Lame; Differently abled; Crippled; Closed
Adiel	Boy	Ornament of God; God passes by
Dalilah	Girl	Languish; Weak

Jethro	Boy	Eminent; Excellence; Abundance
Ishmael	Boy	God will hear
Jadon	Boy	Thankful; God has heard; He will judge
Pharaoh	Boy	One who spoils; A great hose or a palace
Kenan	Boy	Possession; Humble; Little wolf
Jeriah	Boy	Taught by God
Jude	Girl	Praised; Minor ruler; Prince; Jew
Neriah	Girl	The shining light of the most high God
Elam	Boy	Hidden; Eternity; River pool
Hawa	Girl	Air; Desire; To live; To breathe

Cristofer	Boy	Literally means 'with Christ inside"
Domenic	Boy	Belonging to God
Urijah	Boy	God is my light; Flame of the Lord
Dan	Boy	God is my judge; A Dane; Valley
Dalila	Girl	Delicate; Guide; Weak; Languishing
Aram	Boy	Calm; Fortress; Elevated place; Glittering; Lustrous; Splendid
Magdalene	Girl	Of Magdala
Ivanka	Girl	God is gracious
Joah	Boy	Yahweh is brother
Job	Boy	Persecuted

Ezrael	Unisex	God is my help
Janna	Girl	God is gracious; Pure; Noble; Charming; Of good birth
Kainan	Boy	To acquire, From the lowlands
Layah	Girl	A form of Leah; Cow
Oziah	Unisex	Strength from the Lord
Amoni	Unisex	Faithful; Trustworthy
Joab	Boy	Yahweh is father
Reuven	Boy	One who sees the son
Niomi	Girl	Beautiful honesty; Beautiful self
Rhoda	Girl	Rose

Loukas	Boy	From Lucania; Light
Bernice	Girl	Bringer of victory
Abiel	Unisex	God is my father
Jah	Boy	To be; To become
Ananias	Boy	God is gracious
Gamaliel	Boy	God is my reward
Elimelech	Boy	God is the ultimate King
Jeriel	Boy	Taught by God
Jemima	Girl	Dove; Daytime
Ezeriah	Unisex	Helped by God

Kayn	Unisex	Rebellious; Resilient
Adonias	Boy	The Lord is my Yahweh
Jeshua	Boy	God is salvation
Cyprus	Boy	The fair one
Liesel	Girl	God is my oath
Rufus	Boy	Red haired; Tawny
Judas	Boy	Praise; To be praised; Thanksgiving
Liesl	Girl	God in an Oath; Promise; Pledge
Yanni	Boy	God is gracious
Aniela	Girl	Messenger of God; Angel; God is my grace

Jehu	Boy	Yahweh is he
Azrael	Unisex	Angel of God
Penina	Girl	One who resembles pearl
Joash	Boy	Fire of Yahweh
Jaila	Girl	Mountain Goat
Adaia	Unisex	God's ornament; God's witness
Dorcas	Girl	Gazelle
Marah	Girl	One who is full of bitterness; Of the sea; Sea of bitterness; War; Joyful
Gaius	Boy	To celebrate
Evah	Unisex	Life or Living

Manasseh	Boy	Causing to forget something
Elihu	Boy	My God is he
Melchizedek	Unisex	King of righteousness
Reuel	Boy	The shepherd who is God's friend
Ramiel	Unisex	God's thunder; Mercy of God; An angel of hope and divine visions
Apphia	Girl	Increasing
Arias	Boy	Superior; Lion; Eagle; Son of Ares
Dawoud	Boy	A beloved individual; Prophet's name
Jedaiah	Boy	Beloved of Jah; Praise of Yahweh
Jaasiel	Unisex	God's work; God made

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Opting for a biblical baby name is a wonderful reminder of faith, devotion, and courage. Not only are biblical baby names enduring and ageless, but they also offer a wide range of spelling variations depending on the culture and language. It is not uncommon for children to be named after famous historical figures or celebrities, and biblical names are similar but taken from one of the oldest texts in the world. Before choosing a biblical name, make sure to do your research so you do not confuse it with a Christian name. From the above list, you may choose a name that fits with your family's values and beliefs.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What should I consider when choosing a Biblical name for my baby?

When choosing a biblical name, it is important to remember that not all of them are associated with positive stories and connotations. Therefore, one must look for names with positive connotations of divinity, strength, piety, truth, and life.

2. What are some lesser-known biblical names?

Biblical names like Immanuel, meaning ‘God is with us,’ Claudia, meaning ‘lame,’ and Barnabas, meaning ‘son of the prophet,’ are rare and lesser known.

3. Are there any biblical names that are popular in contemporary times?

Biblical names like Noah, Abigail, and Jacob have been among the most popular names in the US for over a decade (1). Noah meaning ‘motion’ is associated with the heir and daughter of Zelophehad, while Abigail meaning ‘my father is joy’ is associated with the third wife of King David. Similarly, Jacob meaning ‘holder of heel’ is associated with the father of the twelve tribal founders of Israel.

Infographic: Ardent Biblical Baby Names

The Bible is a treasure trove of wonderful names for boys and girls. These names are inspired by prophetic figures and women of faith. The holy book even includes minor characters. Check out our infographic that covers some of the most breathtaking names from the Bible.

honorable biblical baby names with meanings (infographic)

References

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Popular names of the period 2010s.
https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/decades/names2010s.html

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