Baptism Gift Etiquette

There is limited baptism gift etiquette when it comes to giving a christening gift or baby dedication gift. Usually these rules of etiquette have more to do with who gives a gift as opposed to what sort of gift to give.

The traditional christening gift from a godparent is usually some type of engraved silver. The most common is a set of engraved baby utensils or a drinking cup. Another common idea is the add-a-pearl necklace or charm bracelet, which makes future gift-giving much easier; simply give another pearl or commemorative charm.

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Another part of baptism gift etiquette is the gift that parents give the godparents. Since the godparents are traditionally accepting the responsibility to be there for the child throughout his or her life, parents customarily give the godparents a gift from the child. This is often a silver picture frame, engraved with the child’s name and date of birth or christening.

Some people may wonder if it is necessary to give a gift for the christening or baptism, if they have already gifted the child at the baby shower and/or after the birth. If you have already given the baby a gift, it is not necessary to give another gift at the baptism. Even if you haven’t given a gift previously, it is not absolutely a must to give a gift now.

Another easily overlooked aspect of baptism gift etiquette is the clergy gift. While the baptism or christening service or sacrament is performed without a charge, it is customary to give the clergy a small monetary token of appreciation. If the relationship with the clergy is particularly close and friendly, a small gift would also be appropriate.

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