Originality. It’s one of the few things almost everyone wants. People dress in unique styles, dye their hair crazy colors, and tattoo their bodies, all in an attempt to be different from the pack.

That’s how things are today.

Need proof? Just look at some of the names out there today! Remember when no one would dream of naming their child Apple, and then Gwyneth Paltrow stunned us all? In the search for creativity, she ended up naming her daughter after a piece of fruit!

The problem is, with everyone trying to find something new, originality is becoming harder to obtain. So, I have come up with a solution. For those trying to find unique names, look no further than the Bible! I can guarantee that most of these names are not in use today, ensuring that you will be unique! Even better, some of the greatest names ever can be found in the Bible. Need some ideas? Here are my top five Biblical names of all time (hope they make you smile):

1.Uz & Buz (pronounced ooze and booze)– Technically these are two different names, but I couldn’t list one without the other. While these brothers have pretty minor roles in the Bible, they probably have two of the greatest names ever! Not to mention, Uz and Buz were nephews of Abraham. So, by taking one of these names, you’re inheriting some pretty top-notch relatives!

2.Nimrod – Once again, I couldn’t resist! You might be wondering why you would ever want to be named something that means idiot or moron, but believe it or not, Nimrod was a king! He founded the city of Ninevah (the city G-d sent Jonah to) making even this absurd name regal!

3.Dodo – Yes, this is pronounced like the, now extinct, prehistoric bird. While, like Nimrod, it sounds insulting, its Hebrew origin is “loving.” In the bible, Dodo was a man, but feel free to push the boundaries and use it for a girl!

4.Jehoshabeath – This name is sure to make you stand out among the crowd. Because, seriously, what’s cooler than having a name so long that no one can pronounce it? This biblical character was a woman, so be sure to pass the name along to your newest female relatives!

5.Rafu – I don’t know why, but I think this name is great. Something about the way it rolls off your tongue is just so much fun, which means I had to include it in my list. It comes from the Hebrew for “cured,” so not only will your name sound cool, it’ll mean something cool too!

For more amazing name ideas, check out Who’s Who in the Jewish Bible!

-Sarah