115 Saint Names for Babies

Saint names come with a story already attached, carried by martyrs, mystics, queens, and quiet everyday heroes across centuries. They tend to age well too, since a name like Clare, Anthony, or Theresa has been sounding right on playgrounds and in church pews for generations.

This list gathers 115 saint baby names, sorted so you can skim to what you need: 33 blessed picks for girls, 75 devout and dapper choices for boys, and 7 gender-neutral options that suit any baby. You will find familiar classics next to lesser-known saints worth rediscovering.

Scroll through, note the ones that make you smile, and see which saint feels like the right match for your little one.

33 Blessed Saint Names for Girls

These female saint names sound glorious and carry inspiring histories.

1. Adwen: Meaning “blessed,” Adwen was the Cornish patron saint of sweethearts.
2. Agatha: An old-fashioned name meaning “good,” after the Sicilian martyr who is the patron saint of breast cancer patients (feast day February 5).
3. Aurelia: An enchanting pick among Roman saint names for girls, meaning “golden.”
4. Barbara: Despite the unusual meaning of “foreign,” Barbara honors the early martyr who is the patron saint of miners and artillerymen.
5. Beatrix: A trickster-sounding name, actually saintly and meaning “blessed, voyager.”
6. Berenice: Or Bernice, both outdated Greek girl names meaning “she who brings victory.”
7. Blanche: This blessed girl’s name means “saintly, white.”
8. Bridget: Or Brigit, a Gaelic name meaning “strength,” after Brigid of Kildare, a patron saint of Ireland.
9. Catherine: Rooted in Greek and meaning “pure,” after Catherine of Alexandria, the patron saint of students.
10. Cecilia: After the Roman martyr who is the patron saint of music and musicians (feast day November 22).
11. Clare: A simple, elegant name meaning “bright, clear,” after Clare of Assisi, the patron saint of television.
12. Dwynwyn: A fun-to-say name meaning “blessed,” after the Welsh patron saint of lovers.
13. Dymphna: Meaning “fawn,” this pretty name belonged to the Irish martyr who is the patron saint of mental illness.
14. Eithne: An unusual name borne by several Irish saints, meaning “kernel, grain.”
15. Elizabeth: One of the most popular saint names for girls, meaning “God is my oath,” borne by the mother of John the Baptist.
16. Eluned: Meaning “idol,” this was a 5th-century virgin martyr saint from Wales.
17. Felicity: A radiant Christian saint name meaning “happiness,” extolling the joys of devotion.
18. Gertrude: Borne by Saint Gertrude of Nivelles, the patron saint of cats and gardeners, with the strong meaning of “spear.”
19. Hyacinth: A great pick if you love saint names inspired by a beautiful flower.
20. Íde: A unique Gaelic saint name, signifying a thirst for holiness and wisdom.
21. Joan: Meaning “God is gracious,” most notably borne by Joan of Arc.
22. Kateri: Like Catherine, after Kateri Tekakwitha, canonized in 2012 as the first Native American saint.
23. Kinga: A unique and honorable pick among Polish saint names, meaning “brave.”
24. Lucy: A luminous choice meaning “light,” after the martyr who is the patron saint of eyesight (feast day December 13).
25. Magdalene: Perhaps meaning “high tower,” and a famous biblical girl’s name for beautiful babies.
26. Mary: After the blessed virgin mother of Jesus, whose name meanings include “beloved” and “bitter.”
27. Melania: A romantic saint name and variant of Melanie, meaning “dark, black.”
28. Monica: Or Monika, after the mother of Saint Augustine and patron saint of mothers, meaning “advisor.”
29. Non: A Welsh saint name meaning “nun,” great for devoted little church-goers.
30. Santa: A cheery, festive name for Christmas fans and a feminine Spanish word meaning “saint, holy.”
31. Santina: A blessed and religious Latin girl’s name, literally meaning “saint.”
32. Theresa: An international girl’s name meaning “to harvest,” full of warmth and devotion.
33. Ursula: A 4th-century Christian saint, meaning “little female bear” in Latin.

75 Devout and Dapper Saint Names for Boys

These handsome saint names for boys offer strong meanings and timeless appeal.

1. Abban: A sweet Irish male name for a baby “abbot, saint.”
2. Adriano: Meaning “from Adria,” a strong Italian name after saints, popes, and even a Roman emperor.
3. Alban: Meaning “white” or “from Alba,” borne by the first British Christian martyr saint.
4. Ambrose: Meaning “immortal, divine,” after the bishop who is the patron saint of beekeepers, a lovely pick among Greek saint names for babies.
5. Anatolius: Meaning “sunrise,” this saintly Roman name sounds like the start of something beautiful.
6. Andrew: A biblical apostle and the patron saint of Scotland, with the uber-masculine meaning of “manly.”
7. Andrzej: A form of Andrew, meaning “manly,” belonging to a Polish saint and missionary.
8. Ansgar: Meaning “spear of God,” borne by the “Apostle of the North.”
9. Anthony: Meaning “priceless, praiseworthy,” after Anthony of Padua, the patron saint of lost things (feast day June 13).
10. Augustine: After Augustine of Hippo, the son of Saint Monica, this Latin name means “to increase.”
11. Aurelius: A Roman emperor and saint name, meaning “golden.”
12. Barnabas: Meaning “son of consolation,” this cute name gave us the nickname Barney.
13. Bartholomew: A long name for your saintly miracle-maker, meaning “son of furrows.”
14. Benedict: A “blessed” pick among saint and pope names.
15. Berach: Cool and strong, this Irish saint name is fit for a “sharp” little fellow.
16. Bernardino: Meaning “brave,” this Italian boy’s name was borne by the obscure patron saint of advertising.
17. Brendan: A popular Gaelic name meaning “prince,” after Brendan the Navigator, a patron saint of sailors.
18. Caius: A somewhat wizard-sounding Latin saint name, sure to make you “rejoice.”
19. Canute: A sturdy Scandinavian name meaning “knot,” borne by the patron saint of Denmark.
20. Casimir: After a patron saint of Poland and Lithuania, holding the chaotic meaning of “destroyer of peace.”
21. Cathal: Meaning “strong in battle,” this Gaelic saint name is holy yet tough.
22. Christopher: A devout name meaning “bearer of Christ,” after the beloved patron saint of travelers.
23. Ciarán: Strong and traditionally Gaelic, with the alluring meaning of “little dark one.”
24. Cillian: Or Killian, both Irish saint names meaning “little church,” after the martyred Apostle of Franconia.
25. Clement: A sweet yet unusual French boy name meaning “merciful.”
26. Conan: A great saint name if you have ties to the Isle of Man, meaning “little wolf.”
27. Cyprian: A unique saint name that fits perfectly for a person “from Cyprus.”
28. David: After the patron saint of Wales (feast day March 1), this popular name means “beloved.”
29. Declan: Meaning “full of goodness,” this Gaelic saint name is beautifully blessed.
30. Dominic: Meaning “of the Lord,” many saints bore this Latin name throughout history.
31. Drogo: The patron saint of coffee is a great namesake for a baby who always keeps you awake!
32. Enoch: A cool Hebrew saint name, with the virtuous meaning of “trained, dedicated.”
33. Felim: Although uncommon, this Irish saint name meaning “ever good” is admirably divine.
34. Felix: A charming Latin boy’s name, meaning “fortunate, lucky.”
35. Fiacre: Meaning “eagle, hunter,” after the patron saint of people who suffer from hemorrhoids.
36. Finnian: Great if you like Finn, this “fair” Irish saint name exudes joy.
37. Fintan: Another confirmation-ready, Irish “Fin-” name, this one meaning “white fire.”
38. George: A popular name meaning “farmer,” borne by the dragon-slaying patron saint of England.
39. Giles: A medieval name meaning “young goat,” after the abbot who is the patron saint of people with disabilities.
40. Gummarus: After the saint whose obscure patronage includes difficult marriages, cowherds, and childless people.
41. Hubert: A vintage name for a “bright-minded” baby, after the patron saint of hunters.
42. Hugh: A gentlemanly British saint name meaning “fire” or “mind, spirit.”
43. Íñigo: A hot Spanish saint name, best bestowed upon your “little love.”
44. Jarlath: A regal Gaelic name borne by saints with “leader, princely” qualities.
45. John: One of the most famous and popular biblical names, meaning “graced by God.”
46. Joseph: A popular biblical boy’s name meaning “God will give,” borne by the foster father of Jesus and the patron saint of workers.
47. Julian: A welcoming name perhaps after Saint Julian the Hospitaller, meaning “youthful.”
48. Justus: A virtuous pick among Roman saint names for boys, meaning “just.”
49. Kentigern: A holy name after the 6th-century missionary also known as Mungo, the founder and patron saint of Glasgow.
50. Magnus: A mighty Latin saint name meaning “great, mighty.”
51. Malachy: After the first native-born Irish saint, meaning “messenger.”
52. Mark: Another strong biblical name, meaning “warlike,” as a form of Marcus.
53. Maximilian: Meaning “the greatest,” this Latin name has plenty of mighty namesakes attached to it.
54. Maximus: You could say this is the “greatest” of Latin saint names for babies.
55. Medwyn: A sweet Welsh name with the eternal meaning of “strong friend.”
56. Michael: An all-powerful biblical name asking “who is like God?”, after the archangel and patron saint of soldiers.
57. Mungo: Meaning “my dear,” the affectionate byname of Saint Kentigern, the patron saint of Glasgow in Scotland.
58. Naomhán: Meaning “little saint,” this unusual Gaelic male name is baptism-ready.
59. Nicholas: Meaning “victory of the people,” after the patron saint of children who inspired Santa Claus.
60. Odhran: With the unusual meaning of “little pale green one,” this Irish saint name sure stands out.
61. Patrick: An honorable Latin name meaning “nobleman, ruler,” borne by the patron saint of Ireland (feast day March 17).
62. Paul: Meaning “humble,” a noble pick among saint names for babies and common among middle names.
63. Peter: A highly popular pick among saint baby names for boys, meaning “rock.”
64. Piran: After the patron saint of Cornwall, Piran has the devoted meaning of “prayer.”
65. Rémy: A charming French saint name with the athletic meaning of “oarsman.”
66. Rocco: Sweet and friendly, this “peaceful” Italian name was borne by a 14th-century French saint.
67. Ronan: At least twelve saints have borne this cute boy’s name meaning “little seal.”
68. Santino: Another sweet name that means “little saint,” this one in Italian.
69. Santo: Meaning “saint” in Spanish, often seen as the surnames Dos Santos or De Santis.
70. Sebastian: A Christian saint name meaning “venerable,” after the martyr who is the patron saint of athletes.
71. Stephen: A strong name meaning “crowned,” with popular spelling variations including Steven or Stefan.
72. Swithun: A very rare English name for a nimble lad who’s “strong and quick.”
73. Thomas: A popular and beloved biblical name meaning “twin.”
74. Urho: Meaning “brave,” interestingly after a fictional saint created by Finnish Americans symbolizing a figure of heritage.
75. Valentine: A romantic name meaning “strong, healthy,” after the patron saint of lovers, ideal for a February 14th baby.

7 Gorgeous, Gender-Neutral Saint Names for Babies

Any little angel will shine with these divine, unisex saint names.

1. Ailbhe: Pronounced “al-va,” this gender-neutral Irish saint name has the delicate meaning of “white.”
2. Francis: Meaning “free man” or “French man,” after Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals and ecology.
3. Jude: A powerful and famous apostle name meaning “praised,” after the patron saint of lost causes.
4. Rowan: An earthy, nature-inspired, unisex name meaning “little red one,” also borne by an Irish Apostle.
5. Saint: A cool yet blessed word name recently popularized by Kim Kardashian and Kanye West.
6. Tegan: Meaning “beautiful,” this Welsh saint’s name glows with elegance and grace.
7. Tierney: A pretty, gender-neutral, saintly first name and surname, meaning “lord, master” in Irish.

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