20 Thoughtful Baptism Gifts They’ll Want to Keep Forever

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Baptisms are a special moment in one’s life. Whether you’re attending one for a baby or an adult or anyone in between, this ceremony deserves to be celebrated with a commemorative gift. If you’ve been asked to be a godparent, have already attended several baptisms, or this is your first experience, we’re here to help you stand out in this unique gifting situation.

To guide us in our baptism gift research, we spoke with Elaine Swann, etiquette expert and founder of The Swann School of Protocol. “Books are a really great gift to start with,” explains Swann. “The book can be religious in nature, focus on the inspiration behind baptism or even just the faith-based living of the recipient.” Swann also mentions photo-based gifts to remember the occasion. “Another gift that you can give is a picture of the baptism in a picture frame,” suggests Swann. “A photo book. A lot of times we will attend the baptism, take lots of photos, and those photos will live in the cloud somewhere. There’s so many great sources online that we can utilize to upload those pictures onto a book given to the person as a gift as well.” Lastly, Swann recommends a bit of luxury, “The other gift you can give, depending on the closeness of the relationship, is jewelry.”

With all of this in mind, we put together a list of the best baptism gifts for any recipient. We included religious-themed gifts, sentimental finds, and plenty of personalized options for an extra special touch. From children’s books to hand-crafted jewelry to custom photo books, these are the kind of keepsake gifts they'll treasure for years to come.

Baptism Block

Made from solid maple wood, this block makes an adorable keepsake for any newly baptized baby. You can customize it with the little one’s name, their baptism date, the church’s location, and a special message or meaningful bible verse for them to appreciate when they’re older.

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Compass with Leather Case

This baptism gift is one they'll want to keep in their back pocket wherever they go. It features an engraved bible verse on the inside and comes in a stylish leather case.

"Our 10-year-old grandson was baptized and we gave this to him as a gift. He absolutely loved it, takes it with him everywhere. It's very nicely made. Everyone at the baptism wanted to know where we got it as they thought it was such a nice gift. Will give one to our next grandchild's baptism," says this future repeat 5-star Amazon reviewer.

Noah's Ark Play Set

This Noah’s ark plush toy set features a carrier filled with four adorable animals — a giraffe, zebra, elephant, and lion — each with their own distinct sound. It’s recommended for ages 6 months and older.

You can also gift it with matching book, just like this 5-star Amazon reviewer, "This was a gift for our 10-month-old great grandson's baptism. It's adorable and the animals are the perfect size for little hands to hold. We paired it with a Noah's Ark baby lift-the- flap board book."

Personalized Baptism Picture Frame

If Mom and Dad were busy planning and forgot to get a unique frame for the occasion, you’ll be dubbed the best godparent ever when you show up with this baptism gift. This wooden frame will be engraved with a bible verse, your recipient’s name, and date of their baptism.

As this 5-star reviewer raves, "The quality was perfect! I ordered it for my newest nephew's christening, and my sister-in-law was so in awe!"

Personalized Cross Necklace

This cross necklace makes a beautiful baptism gift for adults to wear everyday. You can personalize the cross with your recipient’s name and their baptism date. It’s available in different materials and lengths to match their preferences.

Personalized Embroidered Baptism Blanket

This beautifully embroidered blanket serves as a functional reminder of this special day. Simply pick the color of the embroidery and give the Etsy seller the baptism information, and they'll transform it into a custom baptism gift for your tiny recipient.

Personalized Children's Book

This children’s book features ten rhyming blessings that can be personalized with your recipient’s name and the names of their loved ones. It’s available in hardcover or softcover.

“This was the perfect gift for my grandson’s baptism. It is beautifully illustrated and the story is so sweet. Adding the names of family and friends makes this book a real keepsake,” shares this 5-star reviewer.

Wooden Baby Name Puzzle

If their baptism doubles as a naming ceremony, this wooden name puzzle is a fitting gift. Parents can proudly display it in their little one’s room or let them play with it. It’s available in five color combinations and can be designed for names up to 12 letters long.

Personalized Leather Journal

This prayer journal is a baptism gift for adults that’ll remind them to keep the faith. Made of faux leather, it features the word "faith" in the shape of a cross on the cover and can be laser engraved with your recipient’s name for a personal touch.

Pro tip: Gift it with a nice pen so they can use it immediately.

Personalized Signature Identity Bracelet

This double chain bracelet is ideal for younger recipients to wear for the occasion and afterwards. Made of sterling silver, it features a lobster claw clasp and an identity bar you can engrave to commemorate the baptism.

Family Baptism Bowl

This baptism gift will become an instant family heirloom. It features a hand-pulled spout and a message, verse, and family name, all hand-stamped. Just be sure to give it your recipient beforehand so it to be used in the ceremony.

“I have ordered this bowl twice now and it’s a gorgeous gift every time. My family has loved receiving it,” shares this repeat 5-star reviewer.

Noah's Ark Dinnerware Set

This baptism gift is a sweet, but functional option. This dinnerware set includes a plate, bowl, cup, fork, and spoon. Each piece is dishwasher-safe, made from bamboo, and features a unique phrase.

"I ordered this for my grandson's baptism, and I was very impressed. It is so cute and very sturdy. I'm sure my grandson will use it for several years. I still have the plate I received when I was little, and it brings back such good memories. I hope this one does too. It makes a great gift for birthdays, baptisms, or any other special occasions," shares this 5-star Amazon reviewer.

E-Gift Card

Swann also suggests photo albums as baptism gifts. Help your recipient remember this day for years to come with a gift card from Artifact Uprising. They’ll be able to create custom photo books, frame their favorite photos from the ceremony, and more.

Personalized Jewelry Dish

This baptism gift is guaranteed to be used for years. Made to order in Pennsylvania, this jewelry dish can be beautifully decorated with your recipient's baptism details. There’s also a gift box option for the long distance giftee.

Pro tip: Give a pair of earrings alongside it for a memorable gift set.

14k Gold Cross Stud Earrings

These dainty 14-karat gold cross studs are the perfect gift a a baptism. This pair of children’s earrings is not only adorable, but features threaded backs so it’ll stay in place.

I received gold jewelry for my baptism as a baby that I still have and occasionally wear, so these studs will make a long-lasting gift.

Personalized Stuffed Elephant

Melt their hearts and leave them smiling from ear-to-ear with this cute stuffed elephant. Simply choose the colors and add your personalization, and this Etsy seller will transform it into a keepsake baptism gift.

Heart Keepsake Box

Mark the day with this heart-shaped box. Add their name to the lid and a message on the inside to make it a baptism gift they’ll cherish forever.

Pair it with a jewelry gift as this 5-star reviewer did, "This keepsake box is a perfect gift to go along with the necklace I bought for my goddaughter for her baptism."

Custom Bookmark

This custom bookmark is a thoughtful baptism gift for tweens, teens, and adults. Each bookmark is hand stamped with the date, initials, and quote of your choosing.

“I got this for a teen baptism. The family said it was the most unique, beautiful gift they had ever seen,” shares this 5-star reviewer.

Personalized Gold Cross Bar Bracelet

This 14-karat yellow gold filled bracelet will be their new go-to accessory. It features a cross, a hand-stamped bar, a lobster closure, and is available in different lengths for recipients of all ages.

Personalized Baptism Book of Nursery Rhymes

Make story time more memorable with this baptism gift. This children's book features beautiful illustrations and can be personalized with a special message, your recipient's name, and the date of the baptism.

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