401 Precious Boy Names That Mean Gift

Unwrapping precious blessings of meaningful treasures.

Written by N Pravenchandra Singh, MA

Edited by Vidya Tadapatri, MSc (Biotechnology)

Fact-checked by Trisha Chakraborty, MA, BEd

Last Updated on Nov 13, 2024

Illustration: MomJunction Design Team

Step into our unique list of baby boy names meaning gift. Picking a name for your little one is a big adventure filled with love and excitement. Choosing a name that shows your baby is a precious gift from God can be a wonderful way to remember this amazing time. Just like presents come in different forms, these names have different meanings too. Some show that your baby is a special blessing, while others say you’re thankful for the wonderful new member of your family. Whether you like traditional names or modern ones, there’s a perfect name for all your preferences. Across the world, names signifying ‘gift’ hold a unique place of happiness and honor. These names evoke emotions of appreciation, joy, and fondness, symbolizing the beautiful blessing a new life brings to a family. Such names encapsulate the special bond between parents and children, portraying the wonder and delight of embracing a new arrival. Beyond their sentimental significance, the appeal of these names is timeless and enduring. Offering a wide array of options, parents can discover a name that suits their likes, beliefs, and cultural background. Every title has unique cultural and linguistic touches, adding depth to the variety of choices available. From Hebrew names such as Jonatan and Elnatan, conveying ‘God has given,’ representing divine favor, to Greek options like Theodore and Thaddaus, symbolizing ‘gift of the God’ to signify celestial blessing, this collection embraces names that hold a special meaning. Whether you aim to pay tribute to your family heritage or reflect your individual convictions, our carefully selected list offers abundant avenues for exploration. If you desire to bestow upon your son a name imbued with blessings and significance, delve into the compilation below. Discover names spanning various origins, each possessing its unique allure and importance.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Mateo	Boy	God's gift
Matthew	Boy	God's gift
Nathan	Boy	Gift of God; God has given; He gave
Jonathan	Boy	Gift of God
Nathaniel	Boy	Gift of God; God has given
Theo	Boy	Gift of God; God; Folk; People
Matteo	Boy	God's gift
Jesse	Boy	God exists; Gift
Mathias	Boy	God's gift
Johnathan	Boy	God has given; Gift of God

Matthias	Boy	God's gift
Dorian	Boy	Gift; Of Doris; Child of the sea
Tadeo	Boy	Heart; Gift of God
Nathanael	Boy	Gift of God; God has given
Mathew	Boy	God's gift
Ayan	Boy	God's gift; Manifest; Clear; Watchful
Mattias	Boy	God's gift
Jad	Boy	Serious; Generosity; Gift; Benevolent; Root
Teo	Boy	Gift of God
Aayan	Boy	Long night; God's gift; Watchful

Isai	Boy	Gift; God is salvation
Matheo	Boy	Gift of Yahweh
Natanael	Boy	Best gift of God
Jonathon	Boy	Gift of God
Johnathon	Boy	Yahweh has given; Gift of God
Ayansh	Boy	Ray of light; Part of parents; God's gift
Yunus	Boy	Dove; Peaceful being; God's gift; Accomplishment
Isidro	Boy	Gift of Isis
Diesel	Boy	People; Gift of God
Maceo	Boy	Gift of God

Zohan	Boy	Gift; Prayer; Gift of god; God's grace
Teddy	Unisex	Rich guard; Gift of God
Mattis	Unisex	Gift of God
Theodor	Boy	A gift of god
Mace	Boy	Gift of God; A medieval weapon; Twin
Eoin	Boy	God is gracious; Young; God's gift
Mishka	Unisex	Who is like God; Gift of God; Gift of love; Niche for light
Jonatan	Boy	God's gift
Tyrese	Boy	Gift of Gods
Ayaansh	Boy	Ray of light; Part of parents; God's gift

Mateus	Boy	God's gift
Matheus	Boy	God's gift
Mathis	Boy	God's gift
Mathieu	Boy	God's gift
Donatello	Boy	Gift of God; Given
Teodoro	Boy	Gift from god
Ridhaan	Boy	Great heart; God's gift
Matt	Boy	God's gift
Teodor	Boy	A gift of god
Tyus	Unisex	Gift of God

Esiah	Boy	Gift of God
Nathanial	Boy	God has given; Gift of God
Itzae	Unisex	Gift of God
Isidore	Boy	Gift of Isis
Mads	Boy	A gift of God
Itzael	Boy	Gift of God
Abisai	Boy	Gift of God; My father is a gift
Matan	Boy	Gift; To give
Nathen	Boy	God has given; Gift of God
Aws	Boy	Gift

Jahkai	Unisex	Gift of God
Yishai	Boy	Gift
Abishai	Boy	Father of gifts; My Father Yah Exists; My father is a gift; Gift of God
Zohaan	Boy	Gift of God
Diezel	Girl	Gift of Yahweh
Mattia	Boy	God's gift
Naythan	Boy	Gift from God; God has given
Matthieu	Boy	God's gift
Avishai	Boy	My father is a gift; Father of a gift
Jeniel	Unisex	Gift of god

Alihan	Boy	Ruler; Leader; Gift of God
Shauna	Boy	Yahweh is gracious; God is gracious; Gift
Jathniel	Unisex	God is my gift; God lives
Mathayus	Unisex	Gift of God
Zebediah	Boy	Gift of Jehovah; Yahweh has bestowed
Ata	Boy	Gift; One of the twins; Ancestor; Predecessor; You
Bohden	Boy	Gift from God
Milad	Boy	Gift of Mithra; Birth
Mathius	Boy	Gift of God
Maze	Unisex	Gift of Yahweh; Honor; Love; Affection

Tad	Boy	Heart; Gift of God
Tayshaun	Boy	God's gift of hope
Hanz	Boy	Gift from god
Matis	Unisex	Gift of Yahweh
Vardaan	Unisex	Gift; Blessing; Rose
Doron	Boy	Gift
Dorrian	Unisex	Gift; Descendant of Deoradhain; Exile; Wanderer; Stranger
Fedor	Boy	A divine Gift of God
Theodorus	Boy	He who is given by God; Gift of God
Tyreese	Boy	Gift of Gods; Smart; Talented; Brave

Addai	Boy	Gift of God; Heart
Dorien	Boy	Gift of God; From Doris
Ehab	Boy	Gift
Jabe	Boy	Gift; Exist
Harnoor	Boy	Light of God; God's Gift; Brightness and Radiance of God; Blessing of God
Matteus	Boy	God's gift
Natalio	Boy	Born on Christmas day; Christmas day; Of or related to birth; Gift of God or God's gift
Theadore	Boy	God's gift
Eno	Boy	Strong with a sword; Gift; Eagle
Elvedin	Boy	Benevolence of faith; Gift

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You’ll find a treasure trove of heartfelt and meaningful options in this carefully curated collection of baby boy names meaning gifts. Each name carries the essence of gratitude and joy, celebrating the precious gift of your little one. Embrace the beauty of naming your son with a name that symbolizes your love for him and your gratitude for the wonders he brings into your life, creating a lasting connection and a sense of profound appreciation. These names will surely remind you of your unconditional love and gratitude for your child.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the Arabic and Hebrew baby boy names meaning ‘gift’?

Ata, Ataullah, Atiya, Ihab, Jada, Karamullah, and Ridhan are Arabic baby boy names meaning ‘gift.’ Meanwhile, Hebrew baby boy names meaning ‘gift’ are Doron, Shai, Mathian, May, Shia, Zani, and Tesher.

2. What are some biblical names meaning ‘gift’?

Biblical baby boy names meaning ‘gift’ include Abishai, meaning ‘my father is a gift,’ is one of King David’s heroes in the Old Testament; Jesse, meaning gift, is King David’s father in the Old Testament; and Matthew, meaning gift of Yahweh, is one of Jesus’s twelve disciples, is also called Levi, and is believed to have written the first book of the New Testament.

3. Which boy names mean ‘gift from heaven’ or ‘heavenly gift’ and ‘God’s gracious gift’?

Eseoghene, a West African name meaning God’s gift; Matthew, an English biblical name meaning gift of Yahweh; Bogdan, a Polish name meaning given by God; Jonathan, an English and French name meaning Yahweh has given; and Theodore, an English name meaning gift of God are the names that are closest to the given meanings.

Infographic: Heartwarming Baby Boy Names That Mean Gift

Unwrap the treasure of meaningful names with our handpicked selection of baby boy names that embody the spirit of 'gift.' Each name exudes love, gratitude, and the joyous wonder of parenthood. Delight in choosing a name that celebrates the precious blessing your little one brings, creating a timeless connection that will fill your heart with happiness for years to come.

cherished baby boy names that mean gift (infographic)

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N Pravenchandra SinghMA

Praven is an English literature expert. He did his bachelors in English from Delhi University and masters in English from Manipur University. Besides, he holds a certificate in multimedia design and content creation from NIELIT Imphal and presented papers at various national and international conferences.

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Vidya TadapatriMSc (Biotechnology)

Vidya did her post-graduation in Biotechnology from Osmania University, Hyderabad. Her interest in scientific research and writing made her pursue a career in writing, in which she now has over five years of experience. She has done certified biotechnology-related training programs under renowned organizations such as Centre For Cellular & Molecular Biology and Department of Biotechnology.

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Trisha ChakrabortyMA, BEd

Trisha worked as a schoolteacher for three years before taking up professional writing in 2021. She completed her masters in English from the University of Calcutta and bachelors in Education from the University of Burdwan.

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