100 Biblical Boy Names: Meanings & Bible References

Written By Brian Cederquist

Biblical boy names carry deep meaning, timeless significance, and a rich heritage rooted in Scripture. The Bible offers a rich array of names, each carrying unique stories and profound meanings. Here are 100 biblical boy names, their meanings, and, where possible, their scriptural references to help you find the perfect name for your little one.

Classic & Timeless Biblical Boy Names

Adam (Man, earth) — Genesis 2:7
Noah (Rest, comfort) — Genesis 5:29
Isaac (He will laugh) — Genesis 21:3
Jacob (Supplanter) — Genesis 25:26
Joseph (God will increase) — Genesis 30:24
Moses (Drawn out of the water) — Exodus 2:10
Aaron (Exalted, strong) — Exodus 4:14
Joshua (The Lord is salvation) — Joshua 1:1
David (Beloved) — 1 Samuel 16:13
Solomon (Peace) — 2 Samuel 12:24
Samuel (God has heard) — 1 Samuel 1:20
Elijah (My God is Yahweh) — 1 Kings 17:1
Daniel (God is my judge) — Daniel 1:6
Nathan (He gave) — 2 Samuel 7:2
Levi (Joined, attached) — Genesis 29:34
Benjamin (Son of the right hand) — Genesis 35:18
Caleb (Wholehearted, faithful) — Numbers 13:6
Joel (The Lord is God) — Joel 1:1
Ezra (Helper) — Ezra 7:1
Gideon (Mighty warrior) — Judges 6:11
Reuben (Behold, a son) — Genesis 29:32
Jesse (Gift) — 1 Samuel 16:1
Amos (Carried by God) — Amos 1:1
Seth (Appointed) — Genesis 4:25
Eli (Ascended, high) — 1 Samuel 1:3

Unique & Rare Biblical Boy Names

Abner (Father of light) — 1 Samuel 14:50
Asa (Healer, physician) — 1 Kings 15:8
Barak (Lightning) — Judges 4:6
Boaz (Strength) — Ruth 2:1
Enoch (Dedicated) — Genesis 5:18
Hezekiah (God strengthens) — 2 Kings 18:1
Jethro (Excellence, abundance) — Exodus 3:1
Malachi (My messenger) — Malachi 1:1
Phineas (Oracle, serpent’s mouth) — Numbers 25:7
Silas (Wood, forest) — Acts 15:22
Thaddeus (Courageous heart) — Matthew 10:3
Zebulun (Dwelling, honour) — Genesis 30:20
Nahum (Comfort) — Nahum 1:1
Jairus (He enlightens) — Mark 5:22
Lemuel (Devoted to God) — Proverbs 31:1
Tobiah (The Lord is good) — Nehemiah 2:10
Uzziah (The Lord is my strength) — 2 Kings 15:13
Elihu (He is my God) — Job 32:2
Eliezer (God is my help) — Genesis 15:2
Jerahmeel (May God have compassion) — 1 Chronicles 2:9
Obadiah (Servant of God) — Obadiah 1:1
Zuriel (The Lord is my rock) — Numbers 3:35
Hiram (Exalted brother) — 1 Kings 5:1
Shem (Name, fame) — Genesis 5:32
Ishmael (God will hear) — Genesis 16:11

Gentle & Beautiful Biblical Boy Names

Jonah (Dove) — Jonah 1:1
Micah (Who is like God?) — Micah 1:1
Ephraim (Fruitful) — Genesis 41:52
Abel (Breath, vapor) — Genesis 4:2
Nathaniel (Gift of God) — John 1:45
Zebedee (Gift of God) — Matthew 4:21
Jair (He shines) — Numbers 32:41
Josiah (The Lord heals) — 2 Kings 22:1
Zechariah (The Lord remembers) — Zechariah 1:1
Raphael (God has healed) — Tobit 12:15 (Deuterocanonical)
Shiloh (Peaceful one) — Genesis 49:10
Emmanuel (God is with us) — Isaiah 7:14
Elam (Eternal, hidden) — Genesis 10:22
Seraphim (Burning ones) — Isaiah 6:2
Uri (My light, flame) — Exodus 31:2
Salem (Peace) — Genesis 14:18
Hosea (Salvation) — Hosea 1:1
Simeon (God has heard) — Genesis 29:33
Immanuel (God is with us) — Matthew 1:23
Azriel (God is my help) — 1 Chronicles 5:24
Reuel (Friend of God) — Exodus 2:18

Powerful & Courageous Biblical Boy Names

Samson (Sun, service) — Judges 13:24
Ezekiel (God strengthens) — Ezekiel 1:3
Jeremiah (The Lord will exalt) — Jeremiah 1:1
Abraham (Father of many) — Genesis 17:5
Jonathan (God has given) — 1 Samuel 13:2
Nehemiah (God comforts) — Nehemiah 1:1
Stephen (Crown, garland) — Acts 6:5
Titus (Title of honour) — Titus 1:4
Barnabas (Son of encouragement) — Acts 4:36
Elisha (God is salvation) — 1 Kings 19:16
Saul (Asked for, prayed for) — 1 Samuel 9:2
Zedekiah (The Lord is righteous) — 2 Kings 24:17
Mordecai (Warrior, worshipper of Marduk) — Esther 2:5
Cornelius (Horn) — Acts 10:1
Matthias (Gift of God) — Acts 1:23
Nahshon (Enchanter, diviner) — Numbers 1:7
Jehu (The Lord is He) — 2 Kings 9:2
Jeroboam (The people will contend) — 1 Kings 11:26
Abijah (The Lord is my father) — 1 Kings 14:1
Eliakim (God will establish) — 2 Kings 18:18
Jehoshaphat (The Lord has judged) — 1 Kings 22:41
Azariah (The Lord has helped) — 2 Kings 14:21
Hananiah (The Lord is gracious) — Jeremiah 28:1
Ishod (Man of honour) — 1 Chronicles 7:37
Gamaliel (God is my reward) — Acts 5:34

Additional Notable Biblical Boy Names

Michael (Who is like God?) — Daniel 12:1
Gabriel (God is my strength) — Luke 1:19
Simon (He has heard) — Matthew 4:18
Peter (Rock) — Matthew 16:18
Paul (Small, humble) — Acts 13:9
Timothy (Honoring God) — Acts 16:1
Elias (The Lord is my God) — Matthew 17:3
Jude (Praise) — Jude 1:1
Othniel (Lion of God) — Judges 3:9
Zion (Highest point) — Psalm 87:2
Ethan (Enduring, strong) — 1 Kings 4:31
Jasper (Treasurer) — Revelation 21:19
Emmanuel (God is with us) — Matthew 1:23
Dean (Judge) — (Not directly biblical, related to “Dan”)
Zakkai (Pure) — Luke 19:2 (as Zacchaeus)

Bibliography

Brian Cederquist

Brian Cederquist has the privilege to serve Christ as the Lead Pastor at Good News Baptist Church in Grand Rapids, MI. He holds degrees from Faith Baptist Bible Seminary (MDiv) and Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (DMin) and is a certified Biblical Counselor (ACBC).

Brian serves on several boards both locally and nationally including Regular Baptist Ministries (GARBC) and Lincoln Lake Camp. Brian and his wife Jenni have three kids.

https://briancederquist.com
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