77 Biblical Grandparent Names With Meanings
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Grandparent nicknames, names, and last names are maybe most cherished by their grandchild.
This is the reason that most kids are interested in knowing about grandparent names in other countries as well as some unusual grandparent names. Traditional Polish grandparent names, for example, enjoy great popularity with kids.
Some of the popular names for your grandpa could be papi, pawpaw, nanu, grandy, poppy, yaya, lala, gaga, and several others. On the other hand, some cute nicknames for your grandma can be grammy, ama, tita, gran, gramma, bubba, mawmaw, lola, honey, lolo, mama, sugar, gigi, Savta (Hebrew for grandmother).
If you have not decided yet regarding a suitable nickname for your mimi, then here is a list of some interesting grandfather and grandmother names.
Unusual Biblical Grandparent Names
There are various grandparents mentioned in the Bible. Most of them are models of today’s grandparents.
They teach a child how to shape the younger generation with faith, perseverance, God’s grace, love, and patience. All these grandparents are role models of the present-day grandparents as they are epitomes of all positive values. Check out some unusual names of grandparents mentioned in the religious text of Christianity, the Bible.
Abraham was the grandfather of Jacob. Prompt obedience is the most valuable lesson we learn from Abraham.
Boaz is the grandfather of Jesse and the great grandfather of David. Boaz reminds us about God’s lavish love.
Enoch was the grandfather of Lamech and the great grandfather of Noah. Enoch was said to have 'walked with God'.
Hannah was the grandmother of Joel. Hannah teaches us about God’s glory. Hannah was the epitome of perseverance and faith.
Issac was the grandfather of Joseph. Issac was very partial with his younger son from the entire family.
Jacob was the grandfather of Ephraim and Manasseh. Jacob teaches us that blessings are powerful and important in the lives of others.
Lois was the grandmother of Timothy and Paul. Lois invested her time to cultivate faith in the next generation. One of the popular grandmother names.
Rebekah was the wife of Issac and the grandmother of Joseph. She played favorites with their sons and that proved to be a very dangerous game. A great name for a mimi who loves her family.
Ruth is the grandmother of Jesse and the great-grandmother of David. Ruth reminds us about the importance of God’s grace and redemption. Ruth is the wife of Boaz. If you haven't decided, then could be a great name for your honey!
Biblical Grandparent Names With Meanings
There are various grandparents mentioned in the religious text of Christianity, the Bible. It is great to understand their names and the meanings associated with their names. Check out the biblical grandparent names and their meanings and pick out the most suitable one for your grandparents.
Adam was the grandfather of Enoch, Olad, Lizpha and Fosal. A good choice for a Polish grammy.
Anna was the grandmother of Jesus Christ and mother of Mariyam. Could be a great first name for your nana.
Eve was the wife of Adam and was the grandmother of Enoch, Olad, Lizpha and Fosal. A great name for your Italian grandma.
Joachim was the grandfather of Jesus Christ and the father of Maryam.
Lamec was the grandfather of Ham, son of Noah. Lamec was a very famous father in the bible as his son Noah was one of the most famous persons in the bible.
Methusaleh was the grandfather of Noah.
Naomi was the grandmother of Obed, the father of King David. A great name for grammy who loves the kids,
Noah was the grandfather of Canaan, son of Ham.
Obed was the grandfather of King David.
Rachael was the grandmother of Ephraim and Manasseh.
Sarah was the grandmother of Jacob and Sarah was the wife of Abraham
Biblical Grandparent Nicknames
There are various nicknames for grandparents that are mentioned in the bible. It is very interesting and funny to know all these nicknames as they can be applied to adorable and warm grandparents. Check these biblical grandparent nicknames from the Bible and pick out the most suitable one for your sweet grandparents.
Abuela meaning 'a person’s grandmother' is another nickname for your grammy.
Bubbe meaning 'grandmother' is a beautiful nickname for your granny.
Gramps meaning one’s grandfather' is one of the traditional grandmother names.
Grandpa meaning 'One’s grandfather' is the common nickname for grandfathers.
Granny meaning 'one’s grandmother or denoting things, typically articles of clothing, associated with elderly women' is another nickname mentioned in the Bible.
Memaw meaning 'Grandmother' is a sweet nickname for adorable and warm grandmothers.
Nana meaning 'the mother of one’s father or mother' was the nickname of grandmothers in the Bible.
Nanny meaning 'one’s grandmother or a person, typically a woman employed to look after a child in its own home' is a cute nickname that can be seen in the Bible.
Matching Grandparent Names
Check out the following matching grandparent names and pick out the most suitable one for your cute grandparents.
Aanaga and Ampa are perfect for grandparents who are so funny and supportive of their grandchildren.
Abuela and Abuelo are nice matching names for grandparents.
Baba and Lala are sweet names for grandparents who love to play with their grandchildren.
Baba and MiMi are unique names for grandparents. This matching name shows that they are understanding, loving and caring for each other as well as others.
Baka and Baba are truly deserved and respectful names for grandparents.
Bammer and Bamper are interesting names for grandparents.
Banpa and Bubbie are matching grandparents' names.
Bappa and Baba are other matching names for grandparents.
Bomma and Boopa are nice names for grandparents. This matching nickname proves that they are made for each other.
Deeda and Deda are very apt for grandparents who are very friendly to grandchildren.
Gigi and Gaga are good names for friendly grandparents. Grandparents are God's gift to us. Calling them Gigi and Gaga will certainly make them happy.
Grammie and Gramps are quirky names for grandparents.
Grandpappa and Grandiose are commonly used matching names for grandparents.
Grandpappy and Grandmommy are cute grandparents' names.
GrannyMama and Grannypappa are sweet names for grandparents. GrannyMama and Grannypappa are suitable names for grandparents who are as loving and caring as our own parents.
Granpap and Grandmam are cute matching names for grandparents.
Granpoppa and Grandmomma are sweet names for grandparents.
Guggy and Gumpy are cool names for grandparents who are so adorable and supportive.
Gummy and Gumpy are perfect names for grandparents who are so close and attached to each other.
Gumpa and Gummy are nice matching names for grandparents.
Gwampy and Gwanny are other nice names for grandparents.
Halmoni and Halabeoji are good names for grandparents who love to babble their grandchildren.
Hopie and Hajurbua are good names for grandparents. These are not very frequently used names for grandparents.
Lola and Lolo are sweet names for grandparents. Lola and Lolo are great for Filipino grandma and grandpa.
Lolly and Lolla are matching names maybe for your Spanish grandparents.
Lolly and Lolo are cute names for grandparents who match each other. These names are very popular among the names of grandparents.
Lovey and Laos are sweet names for loving Italian grandparents. These matching names are very suitable for loving grandparents.
MeMaw and PePaw are unique names of grandparents.
Memere and Pepere are apt for grandparents who are strict towards their grandchildren.
Momu and Momy are good matching names for grandparents.
MorMor and Morfar are cool and matching names for grandparents.
Mummo and Mmakhulu are perfect for grandparents who are a little bit musical and like to talk with the baby.
Nali and Nanu are unique names for grandparents.
Nana and Papa are sweet and respectful names of grandparents. These matching names are common and always used to call friendly grandparents who act as second parents.
Nanu and Nana are names perfect for adorable grandparents who love the baby. Nanu and Nana are popular in southern Asia.
Nina and Nonno are adorable names for Filipino grandparents who are so fun.
Ninny and Nanny are warm names for matching grandparent names.
Nona and Nonno are quirky names for grandparents.
Nonna and Nonna are sweet nicknames of grandparents.
Obaba and Oupa are perfect for grandparents who act as second parents.
Uma and Upa are among the rare names for grandparents.
Oma and Opa are fun names for Spanish grandparents.
Pa and Pap are old-fashioned names for grandparents which are respectful.
PoPo and Poopaw are cute names for adorable grandparents.
Poppa and Pocky are other nice names for grandparents.
Sasha and Saba are cool names for grandparents.
Sassy and Seedo are groovy names for grandparents.
Toots and TanTan are very apt for comforting and warm parents born in Spanish culture.
Vanaema and Vanaisa are perfect for southern grandparents who do not take any funny business from their grandchild.
Yai and YeYe are perfect for the grandparents who love life and its fun elements.
Yiyi and Yaya are perfect for delightful grandparents.
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