If you are looking for some baby name ideas, the Bible is a great place to start. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular Bible names for baby boys and girls. Names that have stood the test of time, having been around for thousands of years. We have also provided for you the meaning of these often used baby names in parentheses beside each name.
Popular Biblical Names For Boys
Noah (Rest And Comfort)
Noah is not only one of the most popular names from the Bible for baby boys, it also ranks as one of the more popular names for boys overall, regardless of whether the name can be found in the Scriptures. As the captain of the ship known as the Ark, Noah needs no introduction to most of us.
Ethan (Strong, Optimistic, Enduring, Permanent)
Ethan the Ezrahite was apparently known for his wisdom, although he wasn’t as wise as Solomon. (1 Kings 4:31)
Elijah (My God Is Yahweh)
Elijah, whose name means “My God is Yahweh”, was a prophet whom God used to perform many miracles.
James (To Take By The Heal Or Supplant)
There are a number of men in the Bible named James, including James the brother of Jesus who most believe to be the author of the Book of James.
Jacob (Holder Of The Heal, Supplanter)
The names Jacob and James derive from the same Latin name (lakobos).
Honorable Mentions
Although these names didn’t make the top five, they do deserve a mention for being among the more frequently used names from the Bible.
Mathew, Benjamin, Joshua, Andrew, David
Popular Bible Names For Girls
Abigail (My Father Is Joy)
Abigail is described as being an intelligent and beautiful woman (1 Samuel 25:3). She eventually became one of David’s wives.
Elizabeth (Oath Of God, God Is Satisfaction)
Elizabeth was the wife of Zechariah, the mother of John the Baptist, and a cousin of Mary the mother of Jesus.
Chloe (Green Shoot, Fresh Blooming)
Only one verse in the Bible mentions Chloe by name (1 Corinthians 1:11).
Leah (Weary, Tired)
The first wife of Jacob who he was tricked into marrying, Leah was the mother of seven of Jacob’s children.
Hannah (Favour, Grace)
Hannah gave birth to the prophet Samuel after promising God that if He gave her a son she would dedicate him to God as a Nazirite.
