Christian names, explained

Understanding the meaning behind the name.

Where each name comes from, what it means, and the Christian story behind it. Written for families choosing a name, people researching their own name, and anyone curious about the heritage behind a familiar word.

Name meanings What each name means, where it comes from, and how it entered Christian naming tradition. Biblical figures The people behind the names, and what actually happens in their stories. Methodology How we research each name, and the sources we use.

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Biblical Boy Names

A curated list of biblical boy names with Christian context and plain-English meaning notes.

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A curated list of biblical girl names with meaning notes, stories, and Christian context.

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Old Testament names from Genesis, the prophets, Israel's kings, and Hebrew naming tradition.

107 names New Testament Names

New Testament names from the Gospels, apostles, early Christians, and the first churches.

100 names Names Meaning Grace

Names connected with grace, favor, mercy, and kindness in Christian naming tradition.

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Less common biblical names with strong stories, distinctive sounds, and Christian context.

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Elijah

My God is the LORD

Emma

Universal, Whole

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God's Favor

Noah

Rest, Comfort

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Aaron Hebrew Aaron is a Hebrew biblical name with an uncertain meaning, often associated in tradition with exalted or mountain of strength. Abel Hebrew Abel is a Hebrew name often connected with breath, vapor, or transience. Abigail Hebrew Abigail is a Hebrew name often understood as my father's joy or source of joy. Adam Hebrew Adam is a Hebrew name connected with man, humanity, and the ground. Andrew Greek Andrew is a Greek name often connected with courage, manliness, or strength. Anna Hebrew, Greek Anna is a Hebrew-rooted name usually connected with grace or favor.