Catholic Baby Names
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Choosing a saint's name for your baby is one of the first gifts you give them: a heavenly patron who will accompany them throughout their life. The Catholic tradition offers thousands of beautiful names, each one carrying the story of a holy man or woman who lived a life of extraordinary faith.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are good Catholic baby names?
Popular Catholic baby names include traditional choices like Michael, Gabriel, Mary, and Catherine, as well as less common saints' names like Gianna, Kateri, Maximilian, and Zelie. Our database includes 12,000+ saints from every century and continent.
Does my baby need a saint name?
Canon 855 of the Code of Canon Law says parents should ensure the name is "not foreign to Christian sentiment." A saint's name is strongly encouraged but not strictly required. Many families choose a saint's name as a first or middle name.
Can I use a saint's name as a middle name?
Absolutely. Many Catholic families give a first name they love and a saint's name as the middle name. This gives the child a patron saint while preserving family naming traditions.