What are some saint names for Christian baby boys?

Many saint names for Christian baby boys carry deep significance and a rich history. Examples include Anthony (Saint Anthony of Padua), Benedict (Saint Benedict of Nursia), Christopher (Saint Christopher), and Francis (Saint Francis of Assisi). Other popular choices are George, John, Joseph, and Luke.

Are there Christian baby boy names that are also popular in other cultures?

Yes, many Christian baby boy names enjoy cross-cultural popularity, making them versatile and widely recognized worldwide. Names like Daniel, Samuel, Alexander, David, and Gabriel transcend cultural boundaries, cherished not only within Christian communities but also among Jews, Muslims, and various other cultures globally.

What are some short Christian baby boy names?

There are several meaningful options for short Christian baby boy names, rooted in biblical significance. Examples include Ain, meaning merciful, Cid, denoting God, Ea, meaning fire, Eli, denoting my God is Yahweh, John, meaning Yahweh is gracious, and Paul, meaning small.

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122 Christianity Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter W

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Last Updated on Aug 23, 2023

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Name	Gender	Meaning
William	Boy	Will; Protector
Waylon	Boy	Craft; Cunning
Wesley	Boy	West meadow
Weston	Boy	From the western town
Walter	Boy	Army ruler; Power of the army
Warren	Boy	Protector; Guard; Animal enclosure
Winston	Boy	Stone of joy
Wells	Boy	Spring; A person who lived near a well or spring
Watson	Boy	Son of Watt; Power of the army
Westin	Boy	From the western town

Wilson	Boy	Will helmet; Son of Will
Westley	Boy	West woodland; West clearing
Wayne	Boy	Wagon builders
Wesson	Boy	West town
Wes	Unisex	West meadow
Will	Boy	Determined guardian; Resolute protector
Wiley	Unisex	Resolute protector; Noble spirit; River Wylye; Willow clearing; Crafty
Westyn	Unisex	From the Western town; Enclosure; Yard
Wolf	Unisex	Wolf; Path of the wolf
Whitaker	Unisex	White field

Welles	Unisex	Well; Spring; Water hole
Williams	Boy	Son of William
Walt	Boy	Power of the army; Powerful warrior; Dweller by the wall; Forest
Wayde	Unisex	A ford; To go
Wilfredo	Boy	Desiring peace
Wynston	Boy	Joy and stone
Weldon	Boy	Hill near a spring
Whitten	Unisex	Wood; Forest; To rule; To lead
Wylder	Unisex	Wild animal
Walton	Unisex	Stream town; Wood town; Wall town

Washington	Unisex	Settlement of Wassa's people
Wilfred	Unisex	Desiring peace
Wilton	Unisex	Well town; Willow town; Town on the river Wylye; Tricky
Weyland	Unisex	Craft; Cunning
Woody	Boy	A land covered with trees; Wooded area; Row of houses by a wood
Wayden	Unisex	Thankful; He will judge; Salmon
Willson	Boy	Will helmet
Whyatt	Boy	Brave in battle; Hard; Firm; Hardy
Watts	Unisex	Power of the army; Son of Walter
Winchester	Unisex	Camp; Fortress; Favored; Chief place

Wynton	Boy	Enclosure belonging to Wine
Wilford	Boy	Willow ford
Wayman	Boy	Battle; Protection; Bold; Brave; Man
Whelan	Boy	Little wolf; Son of Faolan; Clan of the wolf
Wendel	Unisex	Vandal, a Germanic tribe; Wanderer
Wilks	Unisex	Wolf; Will helmet
Wylde	Unisex	Wild
Wanya	Unisex	God is gracious
Wilkin	Boy	Resolute protector, Will helmet
Wardell	Girl	Watch hill; Guardian's hill

Wilfrid	Boy	Desiring peace
Winfred	Boy	Friend of peace
Winson	Boy	Victorious; Strong; Beloved
Wojciech	Boy	He who is happy in battle; Joyous warrior; He who enjoys war; He who finds solace or comfort in war
Wyley	Unisex	Tricky; Idol; Image; Woodland
Webber	Unisex	To weave
Waymond	Boy	Protector; Guardian; Counsel
Wiremu	Boy	A form of William; Helmet; Protection; Resolute protector
Won-Shik	Boy	Head; The root; The head of the family
Wadim	Boy	Romanian form of Vadim; Knowing one

Wacian	Boy	Alert
Wacleah	Boy	From Wake's meadow
Wadsworth	Boy	From Wade's estate
Waerheall	Boy	From the true man's manor
Wakefield	Boy	Wake; Vigil; An English city
Walcot	Boy	One living in the Welshman's cottage
Watkins	Boy	Power of the army
Wiloughby	Boy	A willow farm worker
Willermus	Boy	Determined guardian
Waldron	Boy	Wall raven; Strong bird; Forest dwelling

Wachiru	Boy	Son of a judge
Waithaka	Boy	Of the land
Waitimu	Boy	Born of spear
Waiyaki	Boy	Famous leader of the Agikuyu
Wamai	Boy	The one who came from the water
Wambua	Boy	Born during the rain
Wamugunda	Boy	Of the land
Wamukota	Boy	One who is left-handed
Wamwarav	Boy	He who is intelligent
Wangombe	Boy	Of the cattle

Wangondu	Boy	Of the sheep
Wanjala	Boy	Brewer
Wanjohi	Boy	Brewer in Kenyan
Waruhiu	Boy	One who always bears a weapon
Warui	Boy	One who comes from the river
Wasaki	Boy	The Enemy
Waweru	Boy	Born of plain
Wekesa	Boy	Born during the time the crops gather
Wenceslaus	Boy	Great glory
Warburton	Boy	From the fortress town

Wilky	Boy	Short form of Wilkin
Wilmot	Boy	Will helmet
Wischard	Boy	He who is wise, brave, and hardy.
Wybert	Boy	He who is bright in battle
Wymond	Boy	Battle protector
Wyot	Boy	He who is wise, brave, and hardy
Walraven	Boy	Ruler; Raven
Wibe	Boy	Fight; Battle or war
Wiebe	Boy	A form of Wibe; Battle; War
Wilko	Boy	A form of William; Helmet; Protection

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