510 Holy Biblical Christian Names With Meanings

Treasures from the holy Bible, representing the Christian faith.

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The fundamental beliefs and teachings of Christianity come from the Bible. Therefore, Biblical Christian names are popular among Christian families around the world. These names of Biblical origin cover various categories, including names inspired by Biblical characters, to habitational names and choices inspired by other Biblical elements and beliefs, such as faith, grace, and light. For instance, Elijah and Dinah are names inspired by the Biblical characters, while Crista is an English name originating from the name Christ, which means ‘appointed one.’

Many of these names are also modern variants of the traditional Biblical names, such as Debrah a variant of Deborah, and Eua a variant of Eve. You can also find several unisex names, such as Tide and Blessen, derived from Biblical elements. The following collection of Biblical names is given along with meanings to help you narrow down your search and pick the most suited name for your child. These names will not only give a Christian identity to your child but will encourage them to be rooted in faith.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Elijah	Boy	Yahweh is my God
Lucas	Boy	Bringer of light; From Lucania; Light
John	Boy	God is gracious
Luke	Boy	Bringer of light; From Lucania; Light
Hannah	Girl	Grace; Favor; God has favored me
Leah	Girl	Weary; Tired; Cow
Ezekiel	Boy	God will strengthen
Delilah	Girl	Delicate
Eli	Boy	Ascension; My God; My God is an oath; Torch
Jonathan	Boy	Gift of God

Jeremiah	Boy	Yahweh will exalt
Jordan	Boy	To descend; To flow down
Lydia	Girl	Woman from Lydia
Silas	Boy	Of the forest; Of the woods; Asked for; Prayed for
Sarah	Girl	Princess; Noblewoman
Eden	Girl	A place of delight; Pleasure; Plain; Wealthy bear
Jonah	Boy	Dove; Peaceful
Malachi	Boy	My angel; Messenger of God
Judah	Boy	Praise; To be praised; Thanksgiving
Sara	Girl	Lady; Princess; Noblewoman

Jesse	Boy	God exists; Gift
Joel	Boy	Yahweh is god
Jeremy	Boy	Exalted by the Lord
Simon	Boy	Hearing; Listening; Flat-nosed
Rebecca	Girl	To tie; To bind
Madilyn	Girl	Of Magdala; Tower
Cyrus	Boy	Sun; Lord; Young; Hero
Eve	Girl	To live; To breathe
Ariel	Boy	Lion of God
Jonas	Boy	Dove; God is gracious

Madilynn	Girl	One who is from Magdala; Tower
Hezekiah	Boy	God strengthens; Yahweh strengthens
Shiloh	Boy	Tranquil; Abundance; His gift
Samson	Boy	Sun
Eliam	Boy	God's people
Chana	Girl	A favor from almighty God
Jedidiah	Boy	Beloved; Friend; Beloved of Yahweh; Praise of Yahweh
Eliel	Boy	My God is God
Elisha	Boy	God provides salvation
Reuben	Boy	Behold a son

Nyomi	Unisex	Pleasantness
Azael	Boy	God sees
Judith	Girl	Woman from Judea; Jewish woman; Praised
Sariah	Girl	Princess; Yahweh is ruler
Eliezer	Boy	My God is help
Claudia	Girl	Lame; Differently abled; Crippled; Closed
Shlomo	Boy	One who is peaceful; Friend of God
Shmuel	Boy	Name of God; God has heard
Shimon	Boy	Hearing; Listening
Adiel	Boy	Ornament of God; God passes by

Simeon	Boy	Obedient; Listening; Hearing
Josias	Boy	God supports
Lazarus	Boy	God's assistance
Dalilah	Girl	Languish; Weak
Jethro	Boy	Eminent; Excellence; Abundance
Ishmael	Boy	God will hear
Jadon	Boy	Thankful; God has heard; He will judge
Isiah	Boy	Yahweh is salvation
Lucius	Boy	Light
Phineas	Boy	Nubian; Serpent's mouth

Salome	Girl	Peace
Shoshana	Girl	Lily; Lotus
Zyla	Unisex	Wood; The cross
Jeriah	Boy	Taught by God
Jude	Girl	Praised; Minor ruler; Prince; Jew
Neriah	Girl	Lamp of Yahweh; Lord is my light
Elam	Boy	Hidden; Eternity; River pool
Eder	Boy	A flock; Handsome; Beautiful
Yehoshua	Boy	Yahweh is salvation
Cristofer	Boy	Literally means 'with Christ inside"

Domenic	Boy	Belonging to God
Urijah	Boy	God is my light
Dan	Boy	God is my judge; A Dane; Valley
Uzziah	Boy	God is strong; My power is Yahweh
Dalila	Girl	Delicate; Guide; Weak; Languishing
Aram	Boy	Calm; Fortress; Elevated place; Glittering; Lustrous; Splendid
Azaiah	Unisex	My strength is Yahweh
Zach	Boy	Remembered by God
Armoni	Unisex	Of the palace; Palatial
Lucifer	Boy	Bearer of light

Magdalene	Girl	Of Magdala; Tower
Edna	Girl	Pleasure; Delight; Luxury; Fire; Rich friend
Janna	Girl	God is gracious; Pure; Noble; Charming; Of good birth
Lemuel	Boy	Devoted to God
Yasiel	Unisex	God is my maker
Joah	Boy	Yahweh is brother
Job	Boy	Persecuted; Where is the (divine) father?
Jonatan	Boy	God's gift
Junia	Girl	Born in June; Young
Zacharias	Boy	God remembers

Ilias	Unisex	My God is Yahweh
Jahziel	Unisex	God is my maker; God apportions
Ilya	Unisex	My God is Yahweh; Great; Glorious
Susannah	Girl	Lily; Lotus; Rose
Joniel	Unisex	He will add; God is my judge; God is my strong man
Joab	Boy	Yahweh is father
Reuven	Boy	One who sees the son; Behold, a son
Othniel	Boy	Lion of God; Strength of God
Tommie	Unisex	Twin
Rhoda	Girl	Rose

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Giving your baby a Biblical name is a wonderful way to respect your Christian heritage and give them a spiritual identity. Whether modern or traditional, these Biblical Christian names carry deep meanings and reflect various Christian elements, such as faith, blessings, and divinity. Thus, by choosing a Biblical name, you can connect your child to a rich religious history and encourage them to live a life that upholds Christian values and teachings. This list of names can guide you to find the perfect name that resonates with your faith and delivers a meaningful identity to your child.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why are biblical names popular among Christians?

Biblical names have been popular among Christians since the early days of the faith. Imbued with the virtues and teachings of the Bible, these names serve as a powerful connection to faith and heritage. These names were often chosen to express devotion to God or to pay tribute to respected ancestors.

2. Do biblical names have cultural significance beyond Christianity?

Biblical names matter in cultures beyond Christianity. They also play a significant role in Islam, where they are respected for their historical and spiritual importance. Many of these names are mentioned in the Qur'an and are associated with prophets and important figures in Islam.

Infographic: Popular Christian Names Of Biblical Origin

Biblical names can be found all around the world. While many of these names are also used by Muslims and Jews, Biblical names are majorly popular among Christian families. Check out the infographic below to learn about some popular Biblical Christian names.

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