If you're looking for a distinctive name for a baby boy, the Old and New Testaments of the Bible are rich sources. Although some Biblical names are more trendy or popular than others, these names are timeless and never go out of style. Many of these names come with great Bible stories. Here are some popular, trendy, and unusual Biblical names to choose from for your little boy.
Classic Biblical Names
Some Biblical names are easily recognizable and at least moderately popular. Although some of these names are on top of the popularity charts-- like Jacob and Joshua--these are all timeless names that won't date your child. If you're looking for a classic choice from the Bible, try one of these.
- Benjamin
- Daniel
- David
- Jacob
- Jonathan
- Joseph
- Joshua
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Thomas
- Timothy
Trendy Biblical Names
Bible names are in style, and some of them have caught on in the last few decades and are on the top of the popularity lists. If you'd like to choose a Biblical name that helps you child blend in with the crowd, try one of these popular choices.
- Caleb
- Elijah
- Ethan
- Gabriel
- Isaac
- Isaiah
- Jonah
- Noah
- Zachary
Moderately Popular Biblical Names
If you'd like to find a Biblical name that's fairly common but not trendy, try one of these choices. These names are familiar enough that they aren't likely to stand out as odd, but your son probably won't be one of four children in the class with his name.
- Aaron
- Eli
- Emmanuel
- Jared
- Jeremiah
- Jesse
- Luke
- Nathaniel
- Seth
- Simon
Unusual Biblical Names
If you're looking for a more unique name, the Bible offers plenty of choices. Hey, it's a long book! Here are some of the more uncommon Biblical names for boys.
- Abraham
- Ariel
- Asa
- Asher
- Ezekiel
- Ezra
- Hezekiah
- Ishmael
- Josiah
- Levi
- Malachi
- Micah
- Nehemiah
- Samson
- Saul
- Silas
- Solomon
- Zebadiah
- Zechariah
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