Godparent Gifts: What Should Godparents Give at a Christening?
Being asked to be a godparent is a real honour. You're promising to help guide a child in faith, so it's natural to want your christening gift to reflect that. Here's what godparents traditionally give, and the pieces from our workshop we'd suggest.
What do godparents give at a christening?
Traditionally, godparents give a gift with spiritual meaning and lasting value, something the child keeps for life rather than outgrows. The most popular choices are:
- A personalised Bible. With the child's name and christening date, it's a lifelong reminder of the godparent's promise, and often the child's very first Bible. Browse personalised Bibles.
- A cross. A gold cross pin for the christening outfit, kept as a keepsake afterwards. See the gold cross pin.
- A keepsake box. A personalised trinket box to hold the christening cross and other treasures.
Godmother to goddaughter gifts
Godmothers often choose something the goddaughter can treasure as she grows: a ballerina music box, a personalised children's Bible, or a Bible and rosary gift set.
Godfather to godson gifts
For a godson, consider the dark brown laser engraved NIV Bible, a personalised cutlery set, or an icon altar for his room.
Gifts for the godparents
Parents often thank the godparents with a gift too. A personalised Bible with the godparent's name, or a scripture serving board, is a thoughtful way to say thank you.
Frequently asked questions
What should a godparent write in the Bible?
A short handwritten note on the presentation page means a lot: a blessing, a favourite verse and the date. See our Bible personalisation ideas and verses.
How much should a godparent spend?
There's no rule. What matters is that the gift is meaningful and lasting, rather than the price.
Do both godparents give separate gifts?
Either works. Some godparents give one gift together, such as a Bible, while others each choose something.
Every gift is personalised in our Australian workshop and dispatched the next business day with free tracked shipping. Shop christening gifts.