Catholic Baby Names (with Meanings and Popularity)

Although the saintly Gratia was male -- Blessed Gratia of Kotor -- this name feels quite female today.

Honorata is the feminine form of Honoratus, the name of several saints including the patron saint of bakers.

Bernardine is really driving home its Bernard connection, for better or worse. Bernadine is the usual form of this name.

Zephyrinus is the form of the name of the Greek god of the west wind best known as the name of a Jewish pope and saint.

This Shakespearean name is even more out of step than its male counterpart, but it may possibly be so far out it could make its way back in.

Oengus is the old Irish form of the name most commonly found in the modern world as Angus, typically Scottish.
In Irish mythology, Oengus is the god of youth, love, and poetry.

Saint Swithin or Swithun is best known for his feast day, July 15, which according to legend will determine the weather for the next 40 days.

The yoo sound at the beginning of a name has not typically been attractive to the modern ear. Probably the most appealing form of this ancient name has been the feminized Eugenie, thanks to the British princess.

St. Arsenius (or Arsenios) the Great was a 5th-century Roman saint remembered for his influence on asceticism.

Justa is an ancient saints' name. Saints Justa and Rufina were martyred sisters who are today the patron saints of Seville in Spain.

Fulbert comes from the same root as Fulbright, as in the prestigious fellowship. A unique name not prized by 21st century parents.

St. Neot was a Saxon saint in the Middle Ages, whose name is used for a town in Cornwall, England. Some sources say the little-known name is Hebrew and means "pleasant pasture," but there is really no evidence for that.

Saint Roderic was a priest in Spain who was persecuted by the Moors. Another form of this name is Ruderic.