Eve. From the Hebrew word that means either to breathe or to live, Eve was the name of the first woman mentioned in the Old Testament. Fittingly, the name in Hebrew means ‘to breathe’ or ‘to live’. You can find Eve or Eva in many countries around the world. Although popular names can be attractive, they may also be more commonly used and less unique. On the other hand, less popular names may be more unique but may also be more challenging to pronounce or unfamiliar to others. Ultimately, there is no right or wrong answer, but it is a crucial question to ask yourself when choosing a name for your son. For example, the name Nehemiah can be a unique and meaningful biblical name for a boy, but it may be less familiar than more popular biblical boy names like Joshua or David. 4. Say It Out Loud Ready, Set, Find Bible - This book preview shows 10 simplified Old Testament stories for children, including Creation, Noah and the Ark, Abraham, Joseph, Ruth, Samuel, David and Elijah. Contrary to popular belief, biblical names aren’t just limited to the names of disciples and prophets, there are some truly unique biblical names out there. Whether you’re looking for a boy, girl or unisex name, hopefully, the list above has given you some inspiration. If you want to discover some other names, take a look through our lists of unique baby girl names and popular Italian names for your baby boy. Candace. This rare name comes from Latin and means ‘pure’ or ‘sincere’, but it’s also mentioned in the New Testament as the name of an ancient dynasty of Ethiopian queens. Some Bible versions spell the name as Kandake.

Boaz. Pronounced BO-az, Boaz comes from the word for ‘swiftness’ in Hebrew. In the Old Testament, Boaz married Ruth, and the name was also used for one of the pillars of Solomon’s temple. Elon. Meaning ‘oak tree’ in Hebrew, this uncommon name is a unique variation of the more common names Ethan and Ian. Elon, one of the earliest judges of Israel some 3,000 years ago, is remembered today for his conviction and wisdom. Tesla founder Elon Musk is a famous bearer of this name.Myra. The origins of this name could either be a rearrangement of the letters in the name Mary, or it could be a nod to myrrh, a fragrant tree resin often referenced in the Bible. Either way, it takes its place among unique biblical names for girls with an interesting meaning. Anna. One of the most popular girls’ names out there, this very traditional name has biblical roots in the name Hannah, which means grace in Hebrew. The spelling Anna became popular among Christians after St. Anna. I think it is important to keep in mind that difficult names to say and spell can cause frustration for your son particularly if the name is not pronounced as you might expect phonetically. For instance, the name Bezalel can be a beautiful and meaningful Biblical name for a boy, but it may require some explanation on how to pronounce it correctly. Hannah. This old-fashioned girl's name is the biblical predecessor to the more modern name Anna. In Hebrew, it means 'grace'.

The name Marcus is of Latin origin meaning ‘warlike’ or ‘martial’. It comes from the Roman family name ‘Marcius’ which is derived from the Etruscan word ‘maru’ meaning ‘hammer’, ‘mallet’ or ‘warrior’. The name Marcus is also associated with Saint Mark, the author of the second gospel in the New Testament of the Bible. Matthew Jude is of Latin origin meaning ‘praised’ or ‘giving thanks’. Jude is associated with the biblical figure, Judas, also known as Thaddaeus, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus. Levi The Bible is full easy to pronounce Biblical boy names like Samuel, Isaac, Jacob, David, and Noah. However, there are also some biblical boy names that are more challenging to pronounce and spell, such as Methuselah, Jehoiachin, and Azriel.

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Gideon is of Hebrew origin meaning ‘mighty warrior’ or ‘feller’. It is derived from the two Hebrew words ‘gad’ meaning ‘feller’ and ‘yad’ meaning ‘warrior’. It is also associated with the biblical judge and warrior Gideon, who was a judge of Israel in the book of Judges, known for leading a small army against a much larger force and winning a great victory over the Midianites. Hagar Zeb is a shortened version of the name Zebulon, which is of Hebrew origin meaning ‘exalted’ or ‘dwelling’. The name was borne by one of the twelve tribes of Israel, and it’s found in the Old Testament. Zion The 365 Day Children's Bible (by Scandinavia Publishing) - https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-365-day-childrens-bible-storybook-padded-cover/3055939/item/24670306/?mkwid=26YyTlGa%7cdc&pcrid=11558780972&pkw=&pmt=be&slid=&product=24670306&plc=&pgrid=3970758293&ptaid=pla-1101002858462%3aaud-805998392&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Bing+Shopping+%7c+Children%27s+Books&utm_term=&utm_content=26YyTlGa%7cdc%7cpcrid%7c11558780972%7cpkw%7c%7cpmt%7cbe%7cproduct%7c24670306%7cslid%7c%7cpgrid%7c3970758293%7cptaid%7cpla-1101002858462%3aaud-805998392%7c&msclkid=9416cc79ddb21f9517e1930c963bfda3#idiq=24670306&edition=7664433 Magdalene. Meaning ‘woman of Magdala’, names hardly come more biblical than the surname of the mother of Jesus, who was herself from Magdala. You could also opt for a more common English version of Madeline or shorten the name to Magda or Lena.