1. Andrew:
The name Andrew has a Greek origin and means ‘a strong man’.
Bible mention – Matt 4:18.
2. Barak:
Barak means ‘thunder’ in Hebrew. Do not confuse it with Barack, which is an African name.
Bible mention – Judges 4:6.
3. Daniel:
Daniel is a common biblical name for boys and means ‘God is my judge’.
Bible mention – 1 Chron. 3:1.
4. Ebenezer:
‘Rock of help’ – with a meaning as strong as this, it is a pity that this Biblical boy name is not so popular.
Bible mention – 1 Sam. 4:1.
5. Eliphaz:
Each life is a creation of God. Eliphaz means ‘the endeavor of God’.
Bible mention – Gen. 36:4.
6. Esau:
Esau means ‘he who acts’ in Hebrew. If you are looking for an uncommon Biblical baby boy names, try Esau.
Bible mention – Gen. 25:25.
7. Ezekiel:
It may sound exotic but is a traditional Christian boy name. It means ‘the strength of God’ in Hebrew.
Bible mention – Ezekiel 1:3.
8. Jairus:
In Hebrew, Jairus means ‘my Light’ or ‘one who diffuses Light’.
Bible Mention – Mark 5:22.
9. Jason:
Jason is a very popular biblical name but hasn’t lost its charm. It means ‘the one who cures’.
Bible mention – Acts 17:5
10. Micah:
Being humble is a virtue. Micah means ‘humble’ in Hebrew.
Bible mention – Judges 17:1.
11. Matthias:
Matthias is a beautiful name and means ‘the gift of the Lord’.
Bible mention – Acts 1:23.
12. Nahum:
Another exotic name from the Bible! Nahum means ‘comforter’ in Hebrew.
Bible mention – Nahum 1:1
13. Nadab:
The Hebrew language is full of beautiful names. Nadab means ‘prince’.
Bible mention – Exodus 6:23.
14. Omar:
The name Omar has its origin in both Hebrew and Arabic. It means ‘he that speaks’.
Bible mention – Gen. 36:11.
15. Obadiah:
Obadiah means ‘the servant of the Lord’. It is a Hebrew name and is relatively uncommon.
Bible mention – 1 Kings 18:3.
16. Othniel:
Here’s a name that comes with a great nickname option – Niel! Othniel means ‘the Lion of God’.
Bible mention – Joshua 15:17.
17. Phineas:
For religious families, God is everything. If your family is the same, try Phineas to name your baby. It means ‘the face of trust or protection’.
Bible mention – Exodus 6:25.
18. Shadrach:
It is a relatively rare biblical name and means ‘tender’.
Bible mention – Dan. 1:7.
19. Titus:
Titus means ‘pleasing’ in Latin. It is a cute little name!
Bible mention – 2 Cor. 2:13.
20. Tobiah:
Another wonderful name from the Bible! Tobiah means ‘Lord is good’ in Hebrew.
Bible mention – Ezra 2:60.
21. Uriah:
The meaning of the name Uriah is the very basis of any religion – faith. Uriah means ‘the Lord is my light or fire’.
Bible mention – 2 Sam. 11:3
22. Zebedee:
Zebedee means ‘abundant’ in Greek. Pay homage to God’s abundant love for his children!
Bible mention – Matt. 4:21
23. Elihu:
In Hebrew, Elihu means ‘He is my God’. It is an unconventional name and will work for you if you are looking for a unique Christian name.
Bible mention – 1 Sam. 1:1
24. Emmanuel:
It is a good choice for parents looking for traditional Christian names. It means ‘God is with us’ in Latin as well as Hebrew.
Bible mention – Isaiah 7:14
25. Ethan:
The name Ethan comes from the Hebrew language and means ‘strong’.
Bible mention – 1 Kings 4:31
26. Isaac:
A common name, Isaac means ‘laughter’ in Hebrew.
Bible mention – Gen. 17:19
27. Peter:
If you are looking for a name that has a universal appeal, nothing can beat the popularity of Peter. In Greek, it means ‘a rock’.
Bible mention – Matt. 4:18
28. Reuben:
Reuben means ‘he who sees the Son’ in Hebrew. Another gem from the Bible!
Bible mention – Gen. 29:32
29. Saul:
If you are looking for a beautiful name, with a great meaning, try Saul. It means ‘the one who is in demand’.
Bible mention – 1 Sam. 9:2
30. Shem:
Shem means ‘renowned’ in Hebrew. It will surely attract attention!
Bible mention – Gen. 5:32
31. Abner:
The name Abner means ‘the Father of Light’ in Hebrew. It is a name that is rapidly climbing the popularity charts around the world.
Bible mention – 1 Sam. 14:50
32. Abram:
Abram means ‘exalted Father’. The name traces its origin to the Hebrew language.
Bible mention – Gen. 11:27
33. Amaziah:
It screams fun but has a deep meaning. Amaziah means ‘the strength of God’ in Hebrew.
Bible mention – 2 Kings 12:21
34. Aquila:
Are you looking for a Christian name that reflects your love for nature as well? How about Aquila? It means ‘an eagle’ in Latin.
Bible mention – Acts 18:2
35. Asher:
Asher means ‘happiness’ in Hebrew and will hopefully help your child fill the world with love and laughter.
Bible mention – Gen. 30:13
36. Baruch:
You can name your prince charming Baruch, which means ‘blessed’ in Hebrew.
Bible mention – Neh. 3:20
37. Cain:
More popular as a character from the book Cain and Abel, this Christian name is something you can consider. In Hebrew, it means ‘possession’.
Bible mention – Gen. 4:1
38. David:
This classic Biblical boy name will never go out of fashion. David means ‘well-loved or dear’ in Hebrew.
Bible mention – 1 Sam. 16:13
39. Jeremiah:
Another traditional Christian name, Jeremiah means ‘exaltation of the Lord’ in Hebrew.
Bible mention – 2 Chron. 36:12
40. Jesse:
Jesse means ‘gift or oblation’ in Hebrew. It is a very popular biblical name for boys.
Bible mention -1 Sam. 16:1
41. Lemuel:
An uncommon name from the Bible! Lemuel means ‘God is with them or him’.
Bible mention – Prov. 31:1
42. Mark:
Mark is a very common Christian name for boys. It means ‘polite’ in Latin.
Bible mention – Acts 12:12
43. Malachi:
Does this name sound too exotic? But it is from the Bible! It means ‘my messenger or angel’ in Hebrew.
Bible mention – Mal. 1:1
44. Michael:
Michael is the Latin word for ‘humble’. It is an evergreen choice.
Bible mention – Num. 13:13
45. Victor:
The Bible is all about the victory of good over evil. Victor means ‘victory’ in Latin.
Bible mention – 2 Timothy 2:5
46. Zephaniah:
If you are game for a unique Christian name, consider Zephaniah. It means ‘the Lord is my secret’ in Hebrew.
Bible mention – 2 Kings 25:18
47. Nathan:
Another popular name from the Bible, Nathan means ‘rewarded’ in Hebrew.
Bible mention – 2 Sam. 5:14
48. Nehemiah:
Nehemiah means ‘repentance of the Lord’ in Hebrew. It is a great name for parents looking for a unique Christian name.
Bible mention – Neh. 1:1
49. Noah:
Noah is an evergreen bible name for boys! It means ‘consolation’ in Hebrew.
Bible mention – Gen. 5:29
50. Silas:
Is your son your third child? Try naming him Silas, which means ‘third’ in Latin.
Bible mention – Acts 15:22
More but without Reference
Starting from A
Names for Boys Meaning
Aaron: Light-bringer; brightness
Abdiel: Servant of God
Abel: Transitory; won’t endure; vapor; vanity (as denoting futility); fading away; withering
Abiah: My Father is Yah(weh)
Abiathar: Excellent father; father of abundance
Abiel: My Father is God
Abilene: A grassy place
Abiram: Exalted father
Abner: Father of light
Abraham: Father of a great multitude
Abram: Father is exalted; exalted father
Absalom: Father of peace
Adam, Adama Man; red earth; ruddy
Adiel: Ornament of God
Adin: To be soft or pleasant; given to pleasures
Adlai: Justice; my witness
Adonijah: My Lord is Yah(weh)
Adriel: My shepherd is God
Ahio: Brotherly
Ajah: Falcon
Alexander: Protector; defender of mankind
Alian: Highest; my surpassing
Allon: An oak tree
Alpha: First letter of the Greek alphabet
Amad: People of eternity
Amariah: YaH(WeH) has said; YaH(WeH) has promised
Amaziah: Made strong by Yah(weh); strength of Yah(weh)
Amittai: True; truthful; my faithfulness
Amon: Faithful one; master craftsman; nourisher
Amos: Burden-bearer
Anaiah, Anayah: YaHWeH has answered
Andrew: Manly
Andronicus: Conqueror; victorious man
Aquila: (ah-KWILL-ah) Eagle
Arad: Wild ass
Areli: God’s lion; God is a lion; heroic or bold {by inference}
Ariel: Lion of God
Arioch: Mighty lion; lionlike
Armoni: My palace (2 Sam 21.8)
Artemas: Safe and sound
Asa: Healer; physician
Asher: Happy
Azaliah: Whom YaH(WeH) has reserved; whom YaH(WeH) has set aside (Strong’s #683)
Azariah: Helped by Yah(weh)
Starting from B
Barabbas Father’s son; son of father
Barak Lightning; thunderbolt
Baruch Blessed
Barnabas Son of prophecy; son of consolation
Benjamin Son of the right hand – The right hand side is the place of honor and trust because this was the side of the weapon hand.
Berachiah, Berechiah Blessed of Yah(weh)
Boaz In him is strength
Cain Smith, spear {Adam’s son, Cain, was the first murderer}
Calamus Sweet stalk; reed
Caleb A dog; whole-hearted
Canaan Merchant; trader; trafficker
Cedron Dark; very black
Chenaniah, Kenaniah Perpetuated of Yah(weh); established of Yah(weh)
Christian, Kristian A follower of Christ; Christ-like
Clement Merciful; kind
Coniah Established by Yah(weh)
Corban An offering; a gift offered to God
Cornelius Like a horn; the ray of the sun
Cyprus Love; a blossum
Cyrus Sun; heir of the throne
Dan A judge
Daniel My judge is God (Elohim)
Darius He who investigates and governs {analysis HERE}
Dathan Law; decree
David Beloved
Demas Of the people; popular
Dimnah Dung hill
Dodavah Beloved of Yah(weh)
Ebenezer Stone of help
Edrei Strong; goodly pasture; valley for a flock
Elah Strong tree – usually refers to an oak tree, but sometimes to a terebinth tree
Elasah God has wrought
Elealeh God ascended
Eleazar, El`azar God is helper; the help of God; God has helped
Elhanan God is a gracious giver
Eli 1- My God (Strong’s Hebrew Lexicon #410 with pronomial suffix, as spoken by Lord Jesus in Mt 27.46)
2- Exalted; lofty (Strong’s Hebrew Lexicon #5941)
Elias My God is Yah(weh) – “Elias” transliterates the Greek form of the Hebrew name which is transliterated Elijah
Eliezer God of help; God is my help
Elijah God-Yah(weh); My God is Yah(weh)
Elisha My God is salvation
Elisheba God of the oath; God of the 7; God of the covenant; fullness of God
Elkanah God has purchased (redeemed)
Elnaam (el-NAY-am) God is delight
Elnathan God has given; God is a giver; whom God gave
Emmanuel, Immanuel with us is God
Enan Their fountain; place of fountains
Enoch Dedicated; teacher
Ephraim (Efrem; Ephrem) Doubly fruitful
Erastus Beloved
Esau Covered with hair; hairy
Eshton Effeminate
Ethan Strength; perpetuity
Euphrates Fruitfulness
Ezekiel God strengthens
Ezra Help
Felix Happy; prosperous
Festus Joyful; festive; prosperous
Gabriel Man of God
Gamaliel (gahm-al-ee-ALE) God is my reward; God is my recompense
Gideon A cutter of trees; logger; woodsman
Gilboa Bubbling water of a spring; a pouring out (of joy)
Gilead Heap of witness (a pile of stones that bears witness to an agreement or covenant; a memorial cairn); perpetual fountain
Hamath Citadel; fortress; wall to defend from wrath
Hanan Gracious giver
Haran Mountaineer; very high; strong
Hazael He who sees God
Hazaiah {ha-za-I-ah} He who YaH(WeH) watches over
Hebron Communion; joining together; friendship
Hezekiah Strengthened by Yah(weh)
Hiram Exaltation of life; consecration
Immanuel, Emmanuel with us is God
Isaac He shall laugh; laughter
Isaiah Yah(weh) is salvation
Ishmael God hears
Ishtob Good man
Ismachiah (is-mah-KAI-ah) Yah(weh) will uphold
Ismaiah (is-MAY-ah) Yah(weh) will hear
Israel Prince with God; strives with God; prevails with God
Ithiel God is with me; God is near
Jaazaniah (ja-AHZ-ah-NIGH-ya) Yah(weh) will listen; Yah(weh) will harken
Jabal Flowing; river
Jachin; Jakin He {God} will strengthen or establish
Jacob Heel-catcher; supplanter
Jadon Whom God will judge; he will be judged; thankful (one)
Jahaziah (jah-ha-ZAI-ah) He will see YaH(WeH); he whom YaH(WeH) watches over
Jahaziel (ja-HAY-zi-el) He will see God; he whom God watches over
Jahmai He whom YaH(WeH) protects
Jairus He will enlighten
Jalon (JAY-lon) He will abide; he will persist
James Greek form of Jacob (heel-catcher; supplanter)
Jamin The right hand {more information HERE}
Janna He will answer (?)
Janoah One who gives rest; one who brings quietness
Japheth Enlargement; let him enlarge; let him spread out
Jared A descender. Descent. One who descends.
Jaresiah (jah-reh-SEE-ah) Nourishment (honey) provided by YaH(WeH)
Jarmuth High; height; he will be exalted (lifted up)
Jasher Righteous; just
Jason 1- Yah(weh) is salvation (from eason, the Greek form of the Hebrew name, “Joshua”) 2- About to heal (from iason, the future active participle masculine of Strong’s #2390)
Javan Effervescent: by inference- high-spirited; active {more information HERE}
Jedidiah Beloved of Yah(weh)
Jehoiakim, Joachim, Joaquin, Yakim YaH(WeH) will raise up; YaH(WeH) will set up
Jehoram YaH(WeH) is exalted
Jeremiah, Jeremy Yah(weh) will rise; Yah(weh) will exalt; Yah(weh) will establish
Jeriah Yah(weh) will teach
Jericho His fragrance
Jeshaiah, Jeshiah YaH(WeH) has saved
Jeshua, Jeshuah YaH(WeH) is salvation
Jesse Yah(weh) exists; of Him who is
Jethro Excellence; preeminence
Jezreel (JEZ-ree-el) Planted by God; God sows
Joab (JO-ab) YaH(WeH) is Father
Job (rhymes with “robe”) He who cries; the cry of woe; he who weeps
Joel Yah(weh) is God
Joash Yah(weh) has given; Yah(weh) has helped
Johanan, Johannan, Jonathan, John Yah(weh) is gracious giver; Yah(weh) has given. Greek equvalent is “John.”
Jonah Dove
Jordan Their descent. The river where Jesus was baptized.
Joshua, Jehoshua Yah(weh) is salvation – Hebrew form of the name “Jesus”
Joseph May Yah(weh) add; Yah(weh) gives increase
Josiah Yah(weh) heals; Yah(weh) sustains
Jotham (JO-tham) YaH(WeH) is upright; YaH(WeH) is perfect
Jubal Joyful sound; music; trumpet
Jude or Judah He (God) shall be praised!
Julius or Julian Curly-haired; youthful (by inference); descended from Jehovah (when derived from Jovilios)
Justus Just; righteous; fair; equitable
Kadesh (KAY-desh) Sanctified; holiness
Kadmiel God is eternal; God of eternity
Kedar (KEE-dar) Dark-skinned; black skin
Kemuel Congregation of God; established by God
Kenan (KEE-nan) One who constructs; creator; owner; purchaser
Kir (KIHR) Fortress; wall
Kohath Assembly; congregation; obedient
Korah Bald; ice; frost {more information HERE}
Laban (LAY-ban) White; glorious
Lazarus God has helped
Lemuel Devoted unto God
Levi Joined
Linus Linen; flax
Luke / Lucas / Lucius A light; bright; white
Lysanias (li-SA-nee-ahs) One who drives away sorrow; the end of sadness
Malachi (MAL-ah-kai) My messenger; my angel
Malchiel (MAL-ke-el) God is my king
Malchiah (mal-KI-ah) YaH(WeH) is my King
Malchus Kingly; counselor
Manasseh Causing to forget
Manoah Rest
Marcus A defense; large hammer
Mark (from Latin: Marcus) a form of “Mars,” the god of war
Matthew (Mattithiah, Mattathias, Matthias) Gift of Yah(weh)
Menahem Comforter
Methuselah When he is dead it shall be sent; man of a javelin
Michael Who is like God?
Micah (Micaiah, Micha) Who is like Yah(weh)?
Moses (Mose, Moshe) Saved out (of the water); drawn out
Naaman Pleasant; delight; agreeable
Nadab (NAY-dab) Volunteer; the willing one
Nahaliel River of God; valley of God
Naham Comforter
Nathan Gift; given; a giver
Nathanael, Nathaniel Given of God
Nedabiah (ned-ah-BI-ah) YaH(WeH) is bountiful;
Nehemiah Comfort of Yah(weh)
Neriah (neh-RI-ah) My lamp is YaH(WeH)
Nicodemas, Nicolas, Nicholas Victory for the people
Niger (NI-jur) Black
Noah Rest
Obadiah Serving Yah(weh)
Obed Serving; worshiping
Omar Eloquent; talkative
Onesimus (oh-NES-i-mus) Worthwhile; profitable
Oren Pine tree; tall and strong
Othniel Force of God; well-speaking of God
Pagiel God answers; God meets
Parmenus Standing firm; faithful; one who abides
Patrobus In his father’s footsteps
Paul Small; little
Pediah Redeemed by YaH(WeH)
Perez, Peres Divided; separated; a rift
Peter A stone
Philemon loving
Philetus Beloved
Philip Lover of horses
Prochorus (PRO-chor-us) Choreographer, choirmaster (Acts 6.5)
Rama, Ramah High place; a hill
Ramiah YaH(WeH) is high
Raphael God heals; God has healed
Rei friend (of God); my friend; friendly
Reuben Behold, a son!
Reuel (reh-oo-ALE) Friend of God; God is a Friend; God is (my) Shepherd
Rufus Red
Salathiel I have asked of God
Salem At peace; complete
Samuel His name (is) of God
Saul Asked (of God)
Sergius A wonderful birth; earth-born
Seth (he is) Appointed
Shalom Peace
Shalem At peace
Shaphan Prudent. It is also the Hebrew word for the coney or rock badger, as in Lev 11.5.
Shecaniah (shek-a-NAI-ah) Dwelling place of Yah(WeH)
Shem A name; a celebrated name
Shemaiah Yah(weh) has heard
Shiloh Peace bringer; bringer of prosperity
Silas (From sylvanus) A woods or forest
Simon or Simeon Harkening; He who hears
Sirion Breastplate; little prince {more information HERE}
Solomon Peaceableness
Stephen or Steven A crown, usually made of the leaves of a tree
Tartan Release the dragon; military general or chief
Tekoa, Tekoah Trumpet blast; sound of trumpet
Thaddeus, Thaddaeus Large-hearted (hence “courageous”); child of one’s bosom.
Theophilus Friend of God; lover of God
Thomas A twin
Timon Honorable
Timotheus / Timothy Honoring God
Titus {Tytus, Ty} Latin- probably means “one who nurtures; a caregiver”
Tobiah / Tobias Goodness of Yah(weh); pleasing to Yah(weh)
Trophimus Well-educated; nourishment
Uriah, Urias My light is Yah(weh)
Uzziah My strength is Yah(weh)
Vaniah (vahn-yah) YaH(WeH) has answered (BDB #H2057 from #H6043)
Zachariah, Zechariah, Zachary Remembered by Yah(weh)
Zadok Justified (by God); righteous; upright
Zebadiah [Hebrew] or
Zebedee [Greek] Endowed by Yah(weh); Yah(weh) is my gift
Zebulun Dwelling place; habitation
Zelotes (ze-LO-teze) Rib; side (i.e., a place located on the side of a mountain)
Zephaniah Treasured by Yah(weh)
Zimri My Psalm
Zion Fortress; desert