Names beginning with B

Battista
Derived from the French word for Baptist (Baptiste), which is said to originate from the Greek word 'Baphein' meaning 'To Dip'. This popular name, given in honor of St John the Baptist, is used as a forename, middle name or a surname! Spelling variations include: Bathista, Battistea, Battistessa, Battisteassa, Battesta, Batistta, Baciccia, Batta and Battia. In our family it is traditional to include 'Battista' in the name of at least one child in each generation. See also Giovanni.

Benjamin
Hebrew origin, meaning 'Son of the Right Hand'.

Bobby
German origin, meaning 'Famous'. The name is also used as shorthand or nickname for 'Robert'.

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