To dip; baptizer
Derived from the Greek word 'bapto', meaning to dip or immerse. It is traditionally used in honor of St. John the Baptist, the biblical figure who baptized Jesus. While common in France, it remains a rare and sophisticated choice in the United States.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Baptiste in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Renowned 17th-century French playwright and actor
Early French biologist and proponent of evolution
French male fashion model and singer
Italian-born French composer of the Baroque period
French professional footballer
