Names That Mean God

A jaunty diminutive of Jovan, itself a Serbian and Macedonian form of John. The name is occasionally linked to Jove too, another name for Jupiter, the supreme Roman god. 

Jovica

Elixyvette is part Elizabeth, part Alexis, part Yvette -- and a total mess.  Few people go to such lengths to make a name different. Aren't you glad?

Elixyvette

Eliott is traditionally a masculine name derived from Hebrew elements meaning 'the Lord is my God,' though this entry lists it as feminine. As a feminine name, it represents the growing trend of gender-crossing names. While Elliott (with two t's) is the more common spelling for boys, the single-t version might be seen as a more feminine variant. This name contains a blend of strength and softness in its sound, making it versatile across genders. Eliott for a girl follows the contemporary pattern of adopting surname-style names for daughters. Though still relatively uncommon for girls, it provides a distinctive alternative to more traditional feminine names while offering nickname options like Eli or Ellie.

Eliott

Jax meets Jacques in this new creation, blending the French form of James with the modern English John/Jack/Jackson offshoot. Pronounced alternatively as JAKS, ZHAKS or ZHAK, it appeared on the Telegraph Birth Announcements for 2025 (also known as the unofficial list of the poshest British names). 

Jacqx

Eliron is a Hebrew combination name, created from Eli, meaning "my god," and Ron, meaning "song, joy". It could make an appealing alternative to the likes of Elian, Aaron, and Elias. 

Eliron

A feminine form of the rising Biblical boy's name, Adriele was is a familiar choice in Brazil, ranking in the Top 100 names of the 200s. Meaning "flock of God" or "God is my master", it might appeal to those who like Ariel, Adrian, Gabrielle and similar.
 
Very occasionally, it might be used as an Italian masculine form of Adriel, and would be pronounced ah-dree-EH-leh.

Adriele

Contemporary meets vintage in this hyphenated name that blends the fierce-but-cuddly Bear with the charming nickname Teddy. In theory, blending these two popular choices could make a winning combination, however, Teddy-Bear may feel a bit cutesy, reminding people only of the stuffed toy. Nevertheless, it appeared in the stats in the UK for the first time in 2024.

Teddy-bear

Popular in Iceland, this name ultimately derives from Elizabeth. 

Elísa

Notably borne by singer, writer, film-maker, and actor Lin-Manuel Miranda, this distinctive double-barrelled name is a poetic choice. It comes from the poem Nana roja para mi hijo Lin Manuel ("Red Lullaby for My Son Lin Manuel") by the Puerto Rican writer José Manuel Torres Santiago, about the Vietnam War, making it a literary option.
 
Manuel comes from Hebrew Emmanuel, meaning "God is with us", however, Lin may have its roots in a variety of languages. It could come from the Vietnamese Linh, meaning "spirit, soul", from the Chinese Lin, meaning "forest" or "jade", or, it may be a variation of Linus, used in Russian, Bulgarian, French, and occasionally Spanish too. In the latter case, it would mean "flax".

Lin-manuel

Most often seen in the Netherlands, Danée can be a variation of Danielle or Danique, a combination of the Dan- prefix with Renée, or a variant of the ancient Greek Danaë. As a compound name, it could be a creative way to honour a Daniel(le) and a Renée. 

Danée

A feminine form of the Indian name Devesh, Deveshi ultimately derives from Sanskrit and is used as an epithet of Krishna and Shiva. It combines the word Deva meaning "deity" with the element īśa meaning "lord, ruler.
 
An alternative form is Debeshi, sometimes used by Bengali speakers.

Deveshi

Invented for the anime series The Rising of the Shield Hero, Raphtalia is a combination of the Hebrew names Raphaela and Talia. It debuted on the American charts in 2023, but didn't appear again in 2024.

Raphtalia

This playful variation of Elizabeth became popular in its own right during the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly in England and America. Betsey offers a sweet, vintage quality with a touch of whimsy that distinguishes it from more formal versions like Elizabeth or even Betsy. While its popularity has declined since its peak, it maintains appeal for parents seeking a name with historical charm and nostalgic value. The name received renewed attention through American fashion designer Betsey Johnson, known for her playful and eccentric designs.

Betsey

The French version of an ancient, little-used name, which is an unexpected way to get to Theo.

Théotime

Derived from the French form of Lazarus, Lazare, ultimately from the Hebrew Eleazar, Lazarie may appeal to those who want a rare, Biblical inspired choice but also enjoy the sounds of Amelie, Avery, Elodie, or Azelie.

Lazarie

A creative spelling on Ian (itself a Scottish form of John), or an English surname, inspired by the Old French Ami or Amee, meaning "friend or beloved". 


Eyen

A Dutch form of Jolene (of Dolly Parton fame), or a short form of Marjolijn (a nature name, relating to the herb marjoram), Jolijn is a familiar choice in the Netherlands where it has featured in the Top 500 since 2008. Notable bearers include actresses Jolijn van de Wiel and Jolijn Henneman.

Jolijn

Nemi is a short, sweet unisex name, with a whole range of origins, though for boys, it is most notably used as either a short form of Biblical Nehemiah, or as the birth name of King Dasharatha who appears in the Hindu epic, the Ramayana. Other possibilities are that it comes from the Latin Nemesis ("enemy"), nemus ("holy wood"), or Nemo ("nobody") or a shortened form of Neminatha, the name of a surpreme preacher of Jainism.

Nemi

Sweet and vintage with a hint of elegance from Rose, Elsie-Rose has appeared in the England and Wales Top 1000 a number of times, where it fits in with Elsie-Mae and Ivy-Rose.

Elsie-rose

Used as a unisex option in Mexico, Venezuela, Panama, Peru, Chile, and Honduras, Zurisadai is a distinctive Spanish and Portuguese twist on a rare (masculine) Biblical name. Derived from the Hebrew elements tsur meaning "rock" and Shaddai, a name for God, the original form appears in the Old Testament, borne by the father of Shelumiel (prince of the Tribe of Simeon). 
 
While it leans feminine in Mexico, Peru, and the US, it leans masculine in Venezuela, Panama, and Israel. It is said as either soo-ree-sa-DHIE in Latin American Spanish and as zoo-ree-za-DIE in Brazilian Portuguese

Zurisadai

Names that mean God are plentiful, as God and all things related to a supreme power are at the root of the creation of many names.

Isabella, a variation of Elizabeth, is the top girl name meaning God. Along with Isabella, 

girl names in the US Top 1000 meaning God

 include Elizabeth, Danielle, Gabrielle, Samantha, Michaela, and Jane.



Elizabeth and Jane have dozens of popular variations that also mean God, including Elsie, Eliza, Elise, Janet, Jean, and Joan.



Elijah is the most popular boy name that means God. Along with Elijah, other 

 include Daniel, Matthew, Jack, Jeremy, Nathaniel, Caleb, Samuel, Oscar, and Shane.



John and Michael, two of the most widely-used male names of the last several centuries in the Western World, have God in their meanings.



Here is our full roster of names that mean God, ordered by current popularity on Nameberry.

Baby names for girls and boys that mean god or names that have meanings related to God, with meanings, origins, and popularity. (Page 39)

873+ Names That Mean God