Christian Names That Mean Love (Boys & Girls)

Love is at the heart of Christian life—love for God, love for others, compassion, kindness, and faithful commitment. If you want a baby name that reflects love, this guide shares options that connect to love directly (where meanings support it) and love-adjacent ideas such as beloved, dear, charity, mercy, and friendship.

Important note: “love” meanings vary by language and source. Some names translate clearly to love/beloved, while others reflect related ideas like kindness, devotion, or grace. Use this page to build a shortlist, then verify the exact meaning before you finalize.

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Quick Picks: Names That Mean Love

Popular & Easy-to-Call

David
Amaya
Amy
Mila
Carina
Esme
Hannah
Grace
Ruth
Naomi
John
James
Luke
Elijah
Samuel

Girls (Love / Beloved / Dear)

Esme
Carina
Amy
Mila
Amaya
Selena
Serena
Hannah
Ruth
Naomi
Charity
Verity
Grace
Joy
Adora

Boys (Love / Friendship / Beloved)

David
Jedidiah
Amias
Asher
Felix
John
James
Micah
Caleb
Gabriel
Samuel
Ezra
Nathaniel
Luke
Matthew

Rare & Meaning-Rich

Jedidiah
Amias
Agape
Charity
Caritas
Philomena
Seraphina
Adorina
Beloved
Amadeus
Verona
Rosaria
Eliana
Thaddeus
Leander

How to Choose a Love Name

Pick your love angle: love/beloved, kindness/charity, or devotion/faithfulness.
Decide classic vs unique: classic (David, Ruth) or rare (Jedidiah, Agape-style names).
Make it practical: the best love name is one you’ll happily say every day.

Middle Name Pairings

Girls: Esme Grace, Carina Hope, Amy Joy, Ruth Faith
Boys: David James, Amias John, Jedidiah Grace, Asher Jude
Meaning-stacked: Charity Hope, Joy Grace, David Peace, Ruth Grace

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FAQ

What are popular Christian names connected to love?

Many families choose classic biblical favorites like David and Ruth, or meaning-forward options like Amy and Esme. Always verify exact meanings.

Is “Charity” a Christian name?

Charity is a classic Christian virtue name associated with love and kindness. It’s a strong meaning-based option.

Do all names here literally mean love?

No. Some are love-adjacent (beloved, kindness, devotion). Verify meanings if you need strict accuracy.

Can I use a “love” middle name instead?

Yes. If you want a classic first name, you can add love meaning with a middle name (e.g., David Charity / Esme Grace).

How do I avoid names that feel too unusual?

Start with classic names and add meaning through a middle name, or pick rare names that still have simple pronunciation.

Is this page official religious advice?

No. This page provides naming inspiration and educational information only.

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Christian baby name FAQs

Can I really use the names from this generator?

Yes. The names are created as Christian-style ideas to inspire you. You can use them directly, adapt the spelling, or combine them with family names.

Are these names always from the Bible?

Some names are inspired by the Bible or saints, while others are modern Christian-style names that reflect faith, hope, grace or other virtues.

Is the Christian Name Generator free to use?

Yes. You can use the generator as often as you like to explore different styles, meanings and themes for your child’s name.

Will the generator give me a completely unique name?

The tool aims to create fresh, less common Christian-style names based on your preferences. However, we cannot guarantee that no one in the world has ever used that name before.