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Christian Baby Names number of parents prefer giving their children names that are a reflection of their religious heritage. Therefore, it should come as no surprise that Christian baby names are quite popular in some quarters. The Bible itself states that "a good name is rather to be chosen than great riches." A Christian baby name does two things. One, it pays homage to religious tradition, and two, it can help to nourish the faith of the little one as he or she grows.Biblical Inspiration  A number of Christians rely on the Bible as their guide to baby-naming. Since they consider the Bible to be the inspired word of God, they believe that it can provide valuable direction as they make the important decision of what to call their children. Some parents select Christian baby boy names for their children for well-known Old Testament figures, such as Noah, Elijah, or David. Others prefer New Testament luminaries such as Paul, Peter, and James. Some parents even opt for more unusual Biblical names such as Malachi or Moses. Parents who name their children after people in the Bible often want their children to experience a real connection with the Old or New Testament; therefore, they give their children names that they will read about in the Bible again and again. Biblical Example An example of a Biblical
name that has drawn attention in recent years is Seth, a son of Adam and
Eve, the first human beings. Naming a boy Seth helps to draw a connection
between the Bible and our modern day world. It can make the boy grow up
to feel especially close to the figures of the Bible. For Christians,
this can mean that the boy will only grow stronger in his religious faith
as a result of his name. Saintly Names Another popular Christian practice is to name children after Christian saints. One of the most popular saint names for girls has always been Mary, or a derivative of Mary, such as Maria or Marie. The Christian baby girl name Teresa could gain popularity, thanks to the widespread acclaim for the late Mother Teresa of Calcutta. In the '90s, a number of families opted to name their boys after the "living saint" of Pope John Paul II. Other popular saint names for girls include Catherine and Bridget, while popular saint names for boys include Matthew and Mark. Advantages of Christian Baby Names 
There are certain advantages to giving your baby a Christian name. For
one thing, it can help to keep a cherished family tradition alive. It
can help to forge strong connections between a child and his or her ancestors.
For another, it can help to identify the child as a Christian, which may
be an important expression of your religious faith. Also, it gives your child a definite role model to follow-one that exemplifies the best possible human traits. If you yourself have a Christian name, it can also help to strengthen the bond between you and your child. In addition, a number of Christian names are well-known, so your child's name might be easily pronounced by other people. There are many books written on the subject of Christian baby name meanings. See our tips and tricks on finding
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