110 Different names and titles of Jesus

God’s greatest desire is to be known and to be loved. Each name and title reveals a tiny piece of who He is. So little by little, piece by piece we get to know Him and learn how to love him.

Other titles are symbolic or metaphoric, meaning they draw on an object, person, or situation that stands as a representation of Christ.

These symbols are well-known to the audience of that time. They help to provide a colorfully clear description of Jesus. Each of the titles of Jesus highlights his roles and responsibilities 

Earthly names of Jesus 

In the time of Jesus, people didn’t have last names. Of course, several people had the same first name.

How did they tell them apart in conversation?

They referred to them either by where the lived or what they did for work or who were their parents or siblings. 

Here is a list of names given to Jesus based on this fact.

1. Jesus the Nazarene – Mark 1:24; 10:47
2. Jesus the Galilean – Matt 26:69
3. The Carpenter – Mark 6:3
4. The Carpenter’s Son – Matt 13:55
5. Jesus, the son of Joseph” – Luke 3:24; John 1:45; 6:42
6. Jesus, son of Mary” – Mark 6:3; cf. Matt 13:55)
7. Brother of James and Joses and Judas and Simon Mark 6:3
8. Son of Man – Matthew 18:11

Divine Names of Jesus

One topic that is debated often is whether or not Jesus is God.

Scripture is clear about His identity. These names highlight the divine attributes of Jesus. They reveal Jesus to be more than just a man but God in the flesh.

1. God – John 1:1
2. Lord – Romans 5:1
3. I am – John 8:58, Exodus 3:14
4. Immanuel – Matthew 1:23, Isaiah 7:14

Prophetic or Messianic titles of Jesus 

The entire Bible is about Jesus. It’s His story (Luke 24:27). His birth, nature, ministry, death, resurrection and return.

In the Old Testament, there are several prophecies about Him and his first coming.

The New Testament details the fulfillment of the Old Testament prophecies. 

In both Testaments, Jesus is given several titles that highlights His prophetic, divine role as Messiah.

These titles highlight both prophecies from the Old Testament and their fulfillment in the New Testament. 

1. Seed of the woman – Genesis 3:15
2. Seed of Abraham – Hebrews 2:16 
3. Son of David  – Matthew 9:27, Matthew 1:1
4. Wonderful Counselor  – Isaiah 9:6
5. Mighty God – Isaiah 9:6
6. Everlasting Father – Isaiah 9:6
7. Prince of Peace – Isaiah 9:6
8. Root and Offspring of Jesse – Isaiah 11:10, Romans 15:12, Revelation 22:16
9. Offspring (Seed) of David – 2 Timothy 2:8
10. Branch – Zechariah 3:8
11. Man of Sorrow – Isaiah 53:3
12. Anointed One – Daniel 9:25
13. King – Zechariah 9:9

Divine Titles of Jesus

The titles of Jesus describes his identity, mission, actions, works, and character. Some titles are divine, meaning, they point to the divinity of Christ. Here is a list of titles that present Jesus as God.

1. The Christ  – Matthew 16:16
2. The Messiah  – John 1:41
3. The Living God – 1 Timothy 4:10
4. The Mighty God  – Isaiah 9:6
5. The Lord – John 21:7
6. Son of God – 1 John 5:20
7. Son of the living God – Matthew 16:16
8. Son of the Most High  – Luke 1:32
9. Beloved Son – Luke 9:36
10. Only Begotten Son – John 3:16
11. Chosen One – Luke 9:35
12. The Word – John 1:1,14
13. The Righteous  – 1 John 2:1
14. King Eternal  – 1 Timothy 1:17
15. King of kings – 1 Timothy 6:15
16. Lord of lords – Revelation 19:16
17. The Second Man – 1 Corinthians 15:47

Symbolic Titles of Jesus 

In Scripture, several metaphors and similes are used. 

These figurative languages use a known object, idea, event or action is to describe particular characteristics of Jesus.

They help to paint a vivid picture of Jesus in a way that is clear and easy to imagine.

Here is a list to consider. These are great for object lessons.

18. The Resurrection and the Life – John 11:25
19. The Way, the Truth, and the Life – John 14:6
20. Bread (John 6:33, 35, 48, 51); Deuteronomy 8:3
21. The Light (John 8:12; 9:5, John 1:4, Isaiah 60:19
22. Bright Morning Star – Revelation 22:16
23. The Gate (John 10:7, 9)
24. Shepherd (John 10:11, 14, Hebrews 13:20, 1 Peter 5:4
25. The True Vine (John 15:1)
26. Lamb of God John 1:29, 36, Isaiah 53:7
27. Lion of the tribe of Judah – Revelation 5:5
28. The Word – John 1:1, Revelation 19:13
29. The Rock – Deuteronomy 32:15, 1 Corinthians 10:4
30. The Living Stone – 1 Peter 2:4
31. The Cornerstone  – Ephesians 2:20, Psalm 118:22
32. Fountain of Living Water – John 4:10, Jeremiah 17:13 
33. Bridegroom – John 3:29, Isaiah 62:5
34. Passover – 1 Corinthians 5:7
35. Dayspring  – Luke 1:78–79
36. The Gift of God  – 2 Corinthians 9:15
37. Pearl of great price – Matthew 13:46
38. Overseer of our souls  – 1 Peter 2:25
39. Dew – Hosea 14:5
40. Eagle – Deuteronomy 32:11
41. Husband – Jeremiah 31:32 / Hosea 2:16, John 3:29
42. Inheritance  – Ezekiel 44:28
43. Sanctuary, trap, and snare – Isaiah 8:14
44. New Adam / Second Adam / Last Adam – 1 Corinthians 15:22, 45
45. Banner – Isaiah 11:10
46. Author of Life – Acts 3:15
47. Author and Finisher of our faith – Hebrews 12:2
48. The Alpha and Omega – Revelation 1:8, Isaiah 48:12
49. Our Hope – 1 Timothy 1:1
50. Founder of salvation – Hebrews 2:10
51. Head of the Church – Colossians 1:18, Ephesians 1:22
52. Heir of all things  – Hebrews 1:2
53. Image of the invisible God  – Colossians 1:15
54. Refiners fire – Malachi 3:2
55. Fuller’s soap – Malachi 3:2
56. Potter – Isaiah 64:8
57. Young Plant – Isaiah 53:2
58. Amen – Revelation 3:14

Descriptive Names of Jesus 

Jesus plays a number of roles in bringing salvation to mankind. These roles are often used as descriptors for Him. They tell exactly what He does in each of these roles.

Here is a list of descriptive names of Jesus.

59. Creator – Colossians 1:16, Isaiah 43:15
60. Advocate  – 1 John 2:1
61. Savior – John 4:42, Luke 1:47
62. Servant – Isaiah 42:1
63. Chosen – Isaiah 42:1
64. Redeemer – Isaiah 54:8
65. Maker – Isaiah 54:5
66. Deliverer – Romans 11:26, 1 Thessalonians 1:10
67. Mediator – Hebrews 8:6, 1 Timothy 2:5
68. Teacher / Rabbi – John 3:2, 13:13
69. Master – Matthew 23:8, Ephesians 6:9, Jeremiah 3:14
70. Intercessor – Romans 8:34
71. Overseer – 1 Peter 2:25
72. Faithful and True – Revelation 19:11
73. Rewarder  – Hebrews 11:6
74. Law giver – Isaiah 33:22
75. Judge – Isaiah 33:22
76. Leader and commander  – Isaiah 55:4
77. Ruler – Micah 5:2
78. Refiner and purifier – Malachi 3:3
79. Witness – Revelation 3:14
80. High Priest – Hebrews 3:1
81. Apostle  – Hebrews 3:1
82. Prophet – Luke 4:24

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