Biblical Boy Names

The Bible remains a popular source of baby name ideas for American parents. If you scan the U.S. Top 1000 Boy Names chart, you'll spot biblical powerhouses like Noah, James, Elijah, Lucas and Levi right there on top.

Many of the popular biblical boy names trace their roots to the Old Testament, while others originate from the New Testament.

Some pay tribute to biblical prophets and kings, while others are borrowed from Jesus's disciples and even ordinary people mentioned in Scripture. Some, like Zion, take their biblical inspiration from places mentioned in the Bible.

For the more intrepid baby namers, the Bible also offers a treasure trove of unusual biblical boy names. These names range from uncommon-but-not-unheard choices like Boaz to bold, never-heard choices like Methuselah.

Whatever your style, you'll find plenty of ideas for biblical boy names on this page. Happy searching!

Popular Boy Names from the Bible

If your taste in names skews towards the conventional and grounded, here are 30 popular biblical boy names for you to consider.

1. Noah—One of the best-known Old Testament figures, and one of the most beloved baby names among millennial parents.
2. Elijah—If you're after a popular, well-liked scriptural name that will help your child fit in, this prophet name might be just up your alley.
3. James—The name of two Apostles, popping up on baby name lists generation after generation.
4. Benjamin—A biblical heavyweight with plenty of notable historical (and contemporary) bearers.
5. Lucas—The Latin version of Luke.
6. Levi—Short in length, strong in impact.
7. Alexander—Worn by everyone from saints and popes to kings and questionable biblical characters, this popular boy's name goes back eons as a given name.
8. Mateo—The Spanish equivalent of the English Matthew.
9. Daniel—A classy, timeless pick for a son, with a heroic biblical namesake.
10. Michael—An old biblical name, Michael has plenty of secular appeal as well.
11. Ethan—An attractive biblical name without a heavy religious feel.
12. Samuel—A biblical prophet's name that has stood the test of time.
13. Jacob—A strong, succinct boy's name borrowed from a biblical patriarch.
14. Asher—An old biblical name with a modern sensibility.
15. John—A perennial favorite in the U.S., the name John has both religious and secular appeal.
16. Joseph—A tried-and-true biblical boy's name that has maintained its hold for generations.
17. David—A rock-solid biblical choice for the traditionalist.
18. Luke—Rarely popping up on birth certificates a century ago, Luke has since become a firm fixture on the American baby name charts.
19. Matthew—Given Matthew's importance in the Christian narrative, it's hardly surprising that so many Christian parents continue to choose this biblical name for their sons.
20. Ezra—Short, zippy and biblical, this Old Testament name makes a great choice.
21. Gabriel—This biblical name, borrowed from the archangel who appears to the prophet Daniel in the Bible, has skyrocketed in popularity in the 21st century.
22. Isaac—A popular boy's name with strong biblical credentials.
23. Thomas—Friendly, traditional and biblical—but not ostentatiously religious.
24. Elias—Looking for a name that sounds traditional and modern at once? Elias, a variation of Elijah, could be a contender for your list.
25. Josiah—A popular boy's name drenched in biblical gravitas.
26. Caleb—On virtually no one's baby name list a hundred years ago, this faith-filled name has since hit the mainstream.
27. Ezekiel—An old, biblical name with modern verve.
28. Isaiah—A solid Old Testament prophet name.
29. Andrew—A classic biblical name that doesn't sound overly religious.
30. Joshua—A popular boy's name with deep biblical roots.

Biblical Boy Names A to Z

Are you looking for a biblical boy name starting with a particular letter? Perhaps you're looking for a biblical J-name to honor Grandpa James, or maybe you simply like the way a particular letter sounds. Here, you can access all the biblical boy names in our database by first letter:

• Biblical Boy Names That Start with A
• Biblical Boy Names That Start with B
• Biblical Boy Names That Start with C
• Biblical Boy Names That Start with D
• Biblical Boy Names That Start with E
• Biblical Boy Names That Start with G
• Biblical Boy Names That Start with H
• Biblical Boy Names That Start with I
• Biblical Boy Names That Start with J
• Biblical Boy Names That Start with K
• Biblical Boy Names That Start with L
• Biblical Boy Names That Start with M
• Biblical Boy Names That Start with N
• Biblical Boy Names That Start with O
• Biblical Boy Names That Start with P
• Biblical Boy Names That Start with S
• Biblical Boy Names That Start with T
• Biblical Boy Names That Start with U
• Biblical Boy Names That Start with Z

Biblical Boy Names by Length

If you and your baby's last name is long and complicated, you might want to pair it with a short biblical first name to balance things out. On the other hand, if you sport a short and common last name, you might be interested in long biblical boy names.