Baptiste name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 10th, 2023
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Old Greek
Usage: French
Pronunciation: b(a)-ptis-te
Meaning: The Baptist and Immerse
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What does Baptiste mean?

Widespread boy name Baptiste means "The Baptist or Immerse" and originated from Old Greek is mostly used in French. Also Baptiste is Old Greek equivalent of Baptiste.

How do I pronounce Baptiste?

You can pronounce the three syllabled name Baptiste as b(a)-ptis-te. It can also be pronounced as bap-ti-ste.

Variants of Baptiste

Baptista, Baptist

Middle Names for Baptiste

Kojo, Ole, Wyse, Ewen, Chil, Fintan, view more middle names that goes with Baptiste

How popular is the name Baptiste?

Baptiste was a popular name in France. Over 102182 babies have been given the given name in 119 years. When at its peak in 2002, the moniker grabbed the 17th spot and 4015 baby boys were given the name.

However after 119 years, the name is currently sliding down on the charts but still dominating the charts. In addition to that, the moniker has been in the top 50 baby names 29 times Baptiste is common in Belgium where over 3045 new-borns have been given the name since 1995.

Presently the moniker is on a rise, in 2018, 163 boys were bestowed the name and it was ranked at 57th position.

Baptiste is a unique baby name in Switzerland, it has been in use since 1998 and was able to reach the top 200 names.

In 1998, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 192 on boy names chart when 41 babies were named Baptiste. There are over 644 babies that have been given the name Baptiste in Switzerland.

Baptiste is an uncommon baby name in United States, its highest ever rank is 2821 (1913) in its 13 years run on United States naming chart. In England and Wales, it has been in use since 1997 and peaked in 2006 when it ranked 2538th.

But an extremely popular name in Haiti where every 1 in 100 have the name. At least, 140000 people around the globe have been given the name as per our research.

YearRankBirths
2018756210
201595447
201496167
2012122415
2009124785
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Facts

Baptiste in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands8228526
Sweden2831526
Norway2819526
Denmark26050

What numbers say about Baptiste?

You are truthful and prefer the cold truth over warm lies. People envy your success and personal life, and would give just anything to be like you. Give your head a break and keep an open mind. Things aren't always as they seem. You never get too obsessed with a person because you know that everything in life is temporary, especially relationships. You are the most self-motivated person you know.

Do you like Baptiste? Other names you would love

  •  Esaias - Boy name Esaias is used especially in Greek, Finnish and Norwegian is originated from Hebrew language. Esaias is Latin and Greek cognate of The Hebrew Name יְשַׁעְיָהוּ = Yahweh is Salvation
  •  Maret - Unusual Maret prevalently is used in Finnish and Swedish, meaning of Maret is "Hebrew Meaning and Herrin" which came from Old Greek and Aramaic is used as a girl name. Maret is derivation of Martha.
  •  Caline - Queer girl name Caline means "Victory of the People" used mainly in French is originated from Old Greek
  •  Este - Origin of Este is in Old Greek is chiefly used in Finnish and Swedish is aimed at both genders. Este is Swedish cognate of Æisti
  •  Cirila - Of Old Greek origin, Offbeat Cirila is a girl name, Cirila means "The Cyrillus, Mistress or 'Lord" is used notably in Spanish and Greek

Sibling Names for Baptiste

Looking for the perfect sibling names for your little one named Baptiste? We've compiled a list of unique and timeless names that pair perfectly with Baptiste. From traditional to modern, here are some options to consider for your growing family.

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Famous people named Baptiste

  • Baptiste Ulens, Belgian football player
  • Baptiste Martin, French football defender
  • Baptiste Caillaud in Au souvenir d'une lune as Actor
  • Baptiste Aloé, is a French footballer, he plays as a defender.
  • Writer Baptiste Filleul, noted for short 664 km

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