Christening gifts: golden cross necklace

Invited to a christening or baptism and not sure what to buy? There are lots of sweet christening gifts for babies and children, and we’re here to help you find the perfect one. Whether it’s for a baby or an older child, we’ve got a gift idea to match.

Explore our guide to the best christening and baptism gift ideas for friends, family members, and new members of your church community. There’s something for every recipient — including gifts you can send from afar.

16 Sweet Christening Gift Ideas

Whether you can make it to the baby christening ceremony or baptism party or not, giving or sending a christening gift is a lovely way to honor this special moment for the child and their family. If you’re not sure what to send, here are some of our all-time favorite christening gift ideas to inspire you.

1. Picture Frame

A picture frame or photo frame is a great christening gift idea — especially if you choose one that’s personalized for the baby girl or baby boy that’s being christened. Look for a stylish design to match the family’s decor, a silver plated one with their name on, or a traditional wood frame. If you have a gorgeous snap of the recipient to add in, even better!

2. Noah’s Ark Playset

Noah’s Ark Playset

The story of Noah’s Ark is so visual, and there are lots of wonderful themed playsets you can get that work well as a christening gift. Choose a set that’s appropriate to the age of the recipient and they’ll enjoy something they can use for imaginary play for years to come.

3. Personalized Baby Blanket

For the youngest of christening or baptism recipients, a personalized baby blanket is a thoughtful gift. You can never have too many blankets with a little one, and adding the child’s name or initials is a lovely way to make it feel extra special.

4. Silver Plated Ornament

A decorative ornament is a great way to celebrate this special day. Look for a silver plated cross, guardian angel, ark, or another relevant symbol as a way to not only commemorate this day but help the child reflect on it in the future.

5. Baby Rosary

If the child doesn’t already have one, a baby or “my first” rosary is a sweet way to welcome them to the faith. You can get baby rosaries in traditional colors, or ones in pastel or bright, bold colors — perfect for entertaining a young child.

6. Picture Book

Reading to young children is a joy, and picture books are the best way to help them imagine and engage with the story. Give the gift of a traditional picture book story like Winnie the Pooh, a recent release, or a gift set of Bible stories in picture form.

7. Keepsake Box

Children collect lots of memories, objects, and trinkets as they go through life, and having somewhere to store them is important. A keepsake box is a lovely christening gift idea for godparents to give — especially if you can get it engraved or personalized with their name.

8. Personalized Dining Set

Mealtimes are a thing forevermore, and having a cute dining set can make those dinner times smoother. Give the child (and the parent(s)!) the gift of an adorable matching cup, plate, bowl, and cutlery set that’s appropriate for their age.

9. Noah’s Ark Snow Globe

Snow globes aren’t just for the holidays! They also make incredible christening or baptism gifts. Look for a globe that retells a classic biblical story, like a Noah’s Ark snow globe. A globe that’s big, bold, and bright is ideal for younger children to enjoy over and over again.

10. My First Bible

For a baby baptism or christening, a “my first Bible” is a thoughtful gift idea. Introducing the child to Bible stories from a young age can help them feel connected to God and their faith, and an age-appropriate book filled with gorgeous images can help them imagine the scenarios in more detail.

11. Treat Vouchers for the Parent(s)

It’s a good idea to give a christening gift to the baby or child, but you can also send one to their parents or guardians too. One of the best gifts for parents is a voucher where you offer your time as a babysitter, to cook them a meal, or to entertain the kid(s) for a while so they can relax or do something fun.

12. Guardian Angel Necklace

If the child is slightly older or you want to get them a gift they can treasure for a long time, then a guardian angel necklace is an ideal christening gift idea. The guardian angel charm can keep them feel safe and protected as they wear it proudly. If a necklace isn’t ideal, look for a bracelet or anklet instead, or a charm that they can add to their existing jewelry or accessories.

13. Stuffed Animal

Baby playing with a giraffe stuffed toy

We adore the idea of stuffed animals as baby gifts for christenings. You can’t go wrong with a soft, snuggly bear or zoo animal — and bonus points if it’s one of the animals from Noah’s Ark or another biblical story.

14. Jesus Loves Me Ornament

For another keepsake gift idea, try a “Jesus loves me” ornament. These come in plenty of design options with crosses, guardian angels, and other emblems that represent God and faith. Not only is this a sweet christening gift, but it’s something the recipient can keep and look upon fondly as they grow older.

15. Money

Sometimes there isn’t a perfect gift idea, or you’re not sure what to get for the recipient. In that case, if you’re handing over the gift in person, cash is always an option. Write a thoughtful happy christening day card, slip some money inside, and leave it on the gift table or hand it to the parents.

16. Gift Card

Christening gifts: Happy Paint Speckles Card

Design: Signature Greenvelope

Money isn’t always a practical gift, so another way to share your joy is by sending a gift card to the parent. This allows them to buy a gift for the little one that they know they’ll love, or something practical that’ll help them as they learn and grow.

With Greenvelope, you can pick out a sweet digital card (like this sweet paint speckled card) and add a gift card to it. Not only can you customize the design fully and add your own personalized message, but it’s easy to send from wherever you are. Design your card, add your greeting, add a gift card, and send it on its way to your recipient’s email or SMS inbox. Sweet and simple!

Celebrate the Moment with These Thoughtful Christening Gifts

This is a big moment for such a little one, and it’s one you can help them look back on forever with a meaningful baptism or christening gift. Use this guide to help you find the perfect gift idea for that special someone — whether it’s personalized jewelry, keepsakes, or a stuffed animal.

If you can’t make the event and want to send a gift across the distance, pair one of our greeting cards with a digital gift card. It’s a lovely way to send your well wishes and love from wherever you are.