Names That Mean God

A classic short form of Henrietta, also seen as a nickname for Mehetabel.

Hetty

Ionel

The Slovene form of Matthew, via Matthias.

Matjaž

This chic French name is either a feminization of the classic Yves or a combination of Yves and Élise. Seen as the titular character of the 1923 novel Yvelise by Guido da Verona, it reached its peak popularity in France in 1952 at number 159. Still, with its refined sound and cute nicknames Evie (Yvie) and Lizzie, Yvelise would be a lovely vintage name on a modern baby.

Yvelise

This common name in Finland, which is also a diminutive for Jan in Sweden, might feel a bit feminine in the English-speaking world, too close to girls' names Jan and Jane.

Janne

Haskell has two separate forms of origin, the first being from the Ancient Norse given name Ásketill. The Normans converted Ásketill to Aschetil, then the English transformed Aschetil into Haskell, which was originally only used as a surname. Haskell is also considered a variant of Haskel, a Yiddish given name derived from Ezekiel.

Haskell

A rare but appealing and accessible member of the John family. It sees steady low-key use in England.

Jowan

Also spelled Maneesh, this Hindu boy's name is popular across the Indian subcontinent. The name is made of the elements mann meaning "man" and ish meaning "God, master".

Manish

Elinoam is a Hebrew, gender neutral (though masc leaning) combination name with an uplifting, pleasant meaning.

Elinoam

Thecla is a female name with ancient Greek origins, derived from the word theokleia meaning "glory of God" or "God's fame". A saintly choice, it was borne by a 1st-century follower of Saint Paul who angered her family and her suitor by committing herself to Paul's teachings on chastity. 
 
Pronounced as THEH-kla in Greek, it may also be said as TEH-kla in Dutch.

Thecla

Theophilia

Amadeaus is a variation of the name Amadeus, which has Latin and Italian origins meaning 'love of God' or 'beloved by God.' The additional 'a' in this spelling creates a unique twist on the classical name. Most famously associated with the renowned composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the name carries strong artistic and musical connotations. 

Despite its historical gravitas, Amadeaus remains uncommon as a given name, making it distinctive for modern bearers. Parents who choose this name often appreciate its cultural significance, melodic qualities, and the spiritual dimension of its meaning. The name suggests refinement, creative talent, and a connection to European classical traditions.

Amadeaus

The name of the elephant-headed Hindu god of wisdom is rarely heard outside India. 

Ganesh

For English speakers, Gabi is usually short for Gabrielle. Elsewhere - such as Spain, Latin America and Israel - it can also be a male nickname for Gabriel. For rock musician Gabi Hun, it's short for Gábor.

Gabi

Theda is most famous as the name of silent film vamp Theda Bara. Today most fashionable little Theodoras and Theodosias are called Thea, but Theda makes an intriguing change.

Theda

Sweet Elsie joined with gentle Mae to make a cosy, vintage name that feels right on style in England and Wales. In recent years, it has overtaken the once popular Ellie-Mae. 

Elsie-mae

Ilie

A surname-style spin on the classic Matthew, notably born by Victorian journalist and reform advocate Henry Mayhew, writer of London Labour and the London Poor.

Mayhew

A Top 30 name in Sweden, derived from Eberhard (brave boar) or Esben (god bear) – either way, a strong meaning.

Ebbe

In Exodus, a son of Aaron: an interesting, undiscovered Old Testament name. 

Elazer

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 65)

873+ Names That Mean God