Origin:German
Other Origin(s):French, Greek
Meaning:To dip
Baptist is a boy’s name with German, French, and Greek origins. The name Baptist means “to dip” as is where we get the word “baptism” from. Baptist is a great name for those associated with the church or simply looking to pay homage to their religious roots. Another variation of Baptist includes Baptiste which is more commonly found throughout France, Germany, and the United Kingdom.
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