The perfect name is one of the first and most important gifts parents can give their childrenâand often one of the most challenging decisions of parenthood. Expectant parents who want their childâs name to be meaningful will find Classic Biblical Baby Names a unique and invaluable resource. Drawing from both the Old and New Testaments, here are hundreds of historyâs most enduring names, carefully selected to appeal to contemporary tastes yet outlast trends. Organized alphabetically by gender, and complete with fascinating background information, each entry includes:
âĸ Scriptural stories surrounding the name
âĸ Meaning and spiritual connotation
âĸ Citation of where the name appears in the Bible
âĸ Proper pronunciation
âĸ Cultural origin
âĸ Alternate spellings, related names, nicknames
âĸ Famous namesakes
From Adam to Zeph and Abigail to Zia, Classic Biblical Baby Names will enrich your understanding of familiar names and invite you to discover lesser-known possibilities. Names are an integral part of our identity and this one-of-a-kind guide will help you choose a name that reflects your hopes for the future and instills a sense of self in your child.