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The name generally given to the "Good Thief" at the crucifixion of Jesus, although he was not actually named in the New Testament. The name Dismas first appeared in the …

Debora is the Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and Romanian form of Deborah, a name with ancient Hebrew origins meaning 'bee.' In the Old Testament, Debora (Deborah) was a respected prophetess and …

Boas is a masculine name with rich biblical heritage, most famously associated with Boaz from the Book of Ruth in the Old Testament. In Hebrew, the name means 'swiftness' or …

Bat Sheba is a feminine name with deep biblical origins, directly referencing one of the most famous women in the Old Testament. The name combines 'bat,' meaning 'daughter' in Hebrew …

Adonias is a masculine name with biblical origins, derived from Hebrew elements. It's a variant of Adonijah, which appears in the Old Testament as the name of one of …

Adiel is a masculine name with biblical Hebrew roots, meaning "ornament of God" or "God is my witness." Found in the Old Testament, it belongs to several minor figures, giving …

Acsa is a feminine name with biblical connections, believed to be a variation of Achsah (or Aksah), who appears in the Old Testament as the daughter of Caleb. The name …

Tierzah is a feminine name with biblical origins, derived from the Hebrew name Tirzah (תִּרְצָה), meaning 'pleasant,' 'delightful,' or 'favorable.' In the Old Testament, Tirzah was both the name of …

Tabotha is an uncommon variant spelling of Tabitha, a name with ancient Aramaic origins meaning "gazelle" or "doe." Tabitha appears in the New Testament as a woman known for her …

Sylis is an uncommon masculine name that likely represents a modern variant spelling of Silas. Silas has biblical origins, appearing in the New Testament as a companion of Paul, and …

Shyloh is a modern masculine variation of the biblical name Shiloh, which refers to an ancient city in Israel mentioned in the Old Testament. The name has Hebrew origins and …

Shaday is a feminine name with profound spiritual significance, derived from 'El Shaddai,' one of the Hebrew names for God in the Old Testament, often translated as 'God Almighty' or …

Noxli is an ultra-modern choice but with a hint of history borrowed from the Roman Nox and the feel of choices like Tesni and Mabli. On one hand, it …

Miqueas is the Spanish form of the biblical name Micah, derived from Hebrew 'Mikhah' (מִיכָה), meaning 'who is like God?' In the Old Testament, Micah was a prophet whose book …

Kedar is a masculine name with rich biblical and Hebrew origins. In Hebrew, it means 'dark' or 'powerful' and appears in the Old Testament as the name of Ishmael's …

Josia is a masculine name with biblical origins, representing a variation of Josiah, who was a revered king of Judah in the Old Testament. The name derives from Hebrew elements …

Jetro is a masculine name with biblical origins, being a variant spelling of Jethro, who was Moses' father-in-law in the Old Testament. The name derives from Hebrew elements …

Jarusha is an uncommon feminine name that likely derives from Jerusha, a Biblical name meaning 'possession' or 'inheritance' in Hebrew. In the Old Testament, Jerusha was the mother of King …

Jamima is a feminine name representing an alternative spelling of the biblical Jemima, who was the first daughter of Job in the Old Testament. Derived from Hebrew origins, the name …

Sister of Antigone and daughter of Oedipus in Greek mythology, Ismene's name is unlikely to make it in modern times because of its teasability factor. Ismay or Esme would …

Isaiah, like brethren Isaac and Elijah, is a once neglected biblical name now firmly back in favor, already surpassing such long-popular Old Testament stalwarts as Aaron and Adam. Isaiah …

Hosheia is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, representing the original form of what became 'Joshua' in English. It appears in the Old Testament/Hebrew Bible as the birth name …

An elaborate and pretty diminutive of Esther, Estirola may appeal to fans of Estella and Estrella who also want a name with Old Testament connections. In Judeo-Spanish, it would …

Eaton's similarity to Eton gives it an upscale Old School feel, though in the U.S. a name that sound like eatin' could have teasin' potential. Eaton could also …

Cephus has ancient Greek origins and appears as a variant of 'Cephas,' a name given to the apostle Simon Peter in the New Testament, meaning 'rock' or 'stone' in Aramaic …

Parents who like Ben and Benjamin but find those forms too popular sometimes consider Benedict as a more distinctive choice. Unlike the Old Testament Benjamin, Benedict is the name of …

… Tasso for his 16th century play about a shepherd falling in love with a nymph. Tasso likely adapted the name from the Greek Amyntus, itself from amyntor meaning "defender". The …

Middle names with meaning have become important to more and more parents, as middle names are seen less as connective tissue and more as a way to invest extra significance …

Tynen is an uncommon masculine name with possible Celtic or English origins. It may be related to the Welsh element 'tyn' meaning 'tight' or 'tense,' or could be a variant …

Thirsa is a feminine name of Dutch origin, derived from the Biblical name Tirzah, which means 'delight' or 'pleasantness' in Hebrew. In the Old Testament, Tirzah was one of the …

Thaddaeus is a masculine name with ancient roots, derived from the Aramaic name Thaddai, possibly meaning 'heart' or 'courageous'. It appears in the New Testament as one of Jesus's …

A name mostly found in Muslim and Hindu families, but a rarity in the US, where it would subject any middle school boy to teasing.

Obadia is a variant of the biblical name Obadiah, derived from Hebrew origin meaning "servant of God" or "worshipper of Yahweh." In the Old Testament, Obadiah was a prophet whose …

An ancient relative of the classic Matthew, Mattathias is the Greek form of Mattithiah and Matttiyahu, names that appear several times in the Old Testament. Used in the Greek Bible …

Matthias is the ancient Biblical form of Matthew, widely used along with brother Mathias in the US for the past 20 years. This New Testament name -- he was chosen to …

Jonahs is a variation of the Hebrew name Jonah, which means 'dove' and carries biblical significance. While the traditional Jonah appears in the Old Testament as a prophet sent to …

Joachim is an undiscovered biblical name with potential, although most modern parents would probably prefer the more lively Spanish version, Joaquin. Like many Old Testament names, it was primarily in …

Ephrain is a masculine name that appears to be a variant of the biblical Ephraim, one of the sons of Joseph in the Old Testament. The original Hebrew name 'Ephrayim …

Ephraem is a masculine name with ancient biblical roots, derived from the Hebrew name Ephraim, one of the sons of Joseph in the Old Testament. The name means "fruitful" or …

Ellihu appears to be a variant spelling of Elihu, a masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning 'He is my God.' Found in the Old Testament, Elihu was a young man …

If you love Cleo, Dorothea, and Ophelia, this rare name might intrigue you. Derived from Cleophas or Clopas, names that appear in the New Testament, it's meaning is speculated …

An elaborate and pretty name with plenty of strength too, Chavatzelet means "lily". It likely comes from the phrase Chavatzelet HaSharon in the Old Testament book, the Song of Solomon …

A name with a surprising amount of history--it was the name of the wife of Ptolemy I of Egypt, occurs in the New Testament, and belonged to a fourth …

A rare Biblical name that may appeal as an alternative to Abraham, Abel, Abner, Ebenezer, and similar, Abiezer appears several times in the Old Testament. Borne by one of King …

Ziporah is a feminine name of Hebrew origin, an alternative spelling of the biblical name Zipporah, who was the wife of Moses in the Old Testament. The name means 'bird …

Zevulun is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, derived from the biblical Zebulun, who was the sixth son of Jacob and Leah in the Old Testament. The name means 'dwelling …

Zachaios is a masculine name with ancient Greek origins, representing the Hellenized form of the Hebrew name Zakkai, meaning 'pure' or 'innocent.' In the New Testament, Zacchaeus (the more common …

Silus appears to be a variant spelling of Silas, which has ancient roots in Latin and Greek. The name Silas is mentioned in the New Testament as a companion of …

A lesser known relative of Solomon, Shelomith comes from the Hebrew element shalom, giving it the same peaceful meaning. The name appears in the Old Testament as a unisex name …

Also spelled Osanne, Ozanne is a French form of Hosanna, the exclamation given by those around Jesus when he first entered Jerusalem in the New Testament. It was notably born …