150+ Christian Names for Boys

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Christian Names for Baby Boys With Meaning

Congratulations on your baby boy. Now it's time to pick the perfect name with meaning. If your Christian faith is an important part of your life, you'll want consider choosing a name from this list of popular and unique names inspired by the Bible, the Old Testament, and the New Testament.

Choose from common names like Liam and uncommon names like Yardley. Whatever name you decide to go with, make sure it's a name that communicates the traits you want your son to carry with him in this lifetime.

Tips for Choosing a Name

How does it sound? Consider pronouncing it outloud.
Does it resonate with you? Consider the meaning.
What region or language is it derived from? Consider the origin.
Are you honoring a family member? Consider your family's history.

Happy searching, and be to share some of your favorite names below.


Name	Origin/Meaning
Aaron	sea
Abby	elated
Abdiel	servant of God
Abel	breath
Abram	Abraham
Adrian	strength
Aidan	intelligent
Alby	city with white hills
Ambrose	immortal
Amoke	depth, Nehemiah 12:7
Anthony	worthy of praise
Arne	powerful
Asher	happy
Barry	sharp
Benett	blessed
Benji	Benjamin
Brion	strong
Bryce	ardent
Caleb	faithful
Carl	free


Name	Origin/Meaning
Collin	creative
Cullen	born of a holy person
Cyrus	like the sun
Dale	dwells in a valley
Dalit	to draw water
Darius	king
Dora	gift
Dylan	influencer
Edwin	valued friend
Elim	strong
Eliot	believer
Ellen	courageous
Elon	oak
Elvin	magical
Eran	vigilant
Eric	peaceful ruler
Eron	peace
Ethan	strong
Felix	fortunate
Fergus	person of strength


Name	Origin/Meaning
Filbert	brilliant
Francis	free man
Gabe	brave
Gabriel	messenger
Gavin	falcon
Gerard	brave
Gian	knowledgeable
Gideon	warrior
Gil	shining
Hanly	ruler
Harold	ruler
Helek	portion
Hiram	exalted brother
Hyman	life
Ian	gracious
Irvin	peace
Isaac	joy
Ivan	God's gift
Jada	wise
James	one of twelve apostles
Jay	victorious
Jeff	peaceful
Jericho	the moon
Jerrod	earthly
Jesaiah	saved
Job	patient, figure in the Bible
Joel	willing of God
Jordan	to flow
Joshua	generous
Judas	praise


Name	Origin/Meaning
Jude	Jesus' disciple
Karl	free human
Kasper	treasure
Kevin	saint
Kian	majestic king
Lael	devoted to God
Leo	brave
Levi	joined
Liam	willful
Louis	warrior
Malachi	messenger
Manuel	strong
Melvin	protector
Micah	like God
Mike	god-like
Monty	rich
Nahum	comforter
Neil	champion
Nemuel	God is spreading
Nicholas	victory


Name	Origin/Meaning
Nigel	champion
Noah	consoling
Oliver	from olive tree
Omar	mountaineer
Oshea	Joshua
Paul	small
Paulson	son of Paul
Perez	Peresh, divided
Peter	modern, beautiful
Phelan	joyful
Philip	loves horses
Pious	divine
Radwan	delight
Reuben	behold
Rex	king
Rian	ruler
Rosh	prince
Roy	king
Rufus	red
Ryan	illustrious


Name	Meaning/Origin
Rylan	from Rye
Samson	strong
Sean	gracious
Seth	compensation
Shawn	given by God
Silas	loves words
Simon	patient
Soloman	peaceful
Steven	crowned
Ted	precious gift
Terence	soft
Theo	God's gift
Tilon	small mound
Timothy	honor God
Tison	spirited
Titus	honorable
Vaniah	praise


Name	Meaning/Origin
Vidor	cheerful, joyous
Vincent	conquering
Vivan	energetic
Walter	warrior
Wilber	bright
Wilfred	tranquil
Willy	strong mind
Xavier	helpful
Yardley	timber
Yaron	singing
York	farm life
Zane	God's gift
Zebedee	abundance
Zed	fair
Zeph	precious
Zerah	sprout
Zion	sign
Zohar	shining
Zoheth	strong
Zuriel	God is reliable

This content is accurate and true to the best of the author’s knowledge and is not meant to substitute for formal and individualized advice from a qualified professional.