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.

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.

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.

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28 Biblical Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With B

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Bernice	Girl	Bringer of victory
Betsabe	Unisex	Daughter of an oath
Beulah	Girl	Married
Bezalel	Boy	God's shadow; Protected by God
Betzabeth	Girl	Daughter of an oath
Betania	Boy	House of figs; House of affliction
Bethsaida	Girl	House of Fishing; House of hunting
Betzabe	Girl	Daughter of an oath
Bitania	Unisex	House of figs; House of affliction
Beno	Boy	Bear; The son of Merari from Jaaziah

Bilhah	Girl	Bashful
Babel	Boy	A confused person; Confusion; Foreign
Babil	Boy	City of Babylon; Gateway of God
Bartolomeo	Boy	Son of Talmai; Furrowed
Basha	Boy	Daughter of God
Belial	Boy	Worthless
Benoni	Boy	Son of my sorrow
Beriah	Boy	To make noise; In evil
Bethshaya	Girl	A poised and gracious individual
Bithiah	Boy	Daughter of Yahweh

Braham	Boy	Father of many
Bartol	Boy	Son of Talmai
Balthis	Boy	Baal protects the king
Bedoich	Boy	A peaceful ruler
Bedrisek	Boy	A form of Bedoich; Peaceful ruler
Benes	Boy	He who is blessed
Barabbas	Boy	Son of Abba
Beleth	Unisex	King of hell

Infographic: Charming Biblical Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With B

Your child's name is not just a label. It's an integral part of their identity, shaping how they see themselves and others. Hence, finding a suitable name that best complements your child's inherent personality is essential. Our infographic below shares some charming Biblical Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With B you may consider for your cherub. Share this infographic with other expecting parents if you find it useful.

Biblical Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With B(infographic)

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