10 Biblical Boy Names That Start With B

Biblical boy names starting with B

If you're expecting a baby boy and are looking for a biblical name that begins with B, you've found the right list. From the hugely popular Benjamin to the under-the-radar Boaz, here are 10 baby name possibilities for your beloved baby boy.

Benjamin

A biblical superstar with an impressive list of historical (and contemporary) namesakes.

Boaz

The wealthy second husband of Ruth, great grandfather of King David, and an ancestor of Jesus. As a baby name, Boaz has yet to hit the mainstream.

Benaiah

Occasionally heard today, the name Benaiah is borne by several men in the Bible, the most memorable of whom is the warrior who killed a lion in a pit on a snowy day.

Baruch

Most famously associated with The Book of Baruch, a deuterocanonical book used in some Christian traditions, such as Catholic and Orthodox churches.

Bartholomew

A faith-filled name rarely seen outside of the Bible.

Barnabas

Deemed perfectly baby-appropriate a couple of centuries ago, Barnabas—the handle of an early Christian disciple and biblical character—is rarely used today. Perfect if you're looking for a traditional name that isn't popular at the moment.

Barak

Barack may be the most famous version of this name—courtesy of President Obama—but Barak is the biblical original, borne by a brave Old Testament warrior who, at the summons of Deborah, led the Israelite army against King Jabin's Canaanite army.

Bezalel

The name of a skilled craftsman in charge of building both the Tabernacle and the Ark of the Covenant. Bezaleel is a variation.

Buz

This mini moniker can be seen as a variation of Buzz—or as an ancient name borne by a couple of minor biblical characters.