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There’s nothing as wonderful as holding your little baby boy for the first time, and knowing exactly what to name him. Except, that scenario rarely ever happens! Majority of parents have trouble settling on a name, or maybe they’ve picked one out and realize that it doesn’t suit their little one. Good news is, there’s no need to panic. The perfect baby name for your prince could be on this list!
There are a lot of things that inspire boy names. Names of family members and close friends that you’d like your little one to take after, influential figures and strong leaders of history. But if you are among many who are obsessed with the fantasy genre, we’re sure you can easily find a name from your favorite series, book or movie character. The love and devotion for series like Star Wars, Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings and many more runs deep. However, there is a reason so many connect with these larger than life, superhero characters and it’s not just because they have mystical powers and cool clothes. If you find it easy to escape into a world of fantasy and relate to these awesome multi-layered characters, here are some names to choose from for your baby boy.
1. Albus
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I mean, here’s a name everyone saw coming. This name denotes wisdom and grace, just like the revered character from the Harry Potter series. The character Albus was the mysterious, powerful and beloved headmaster of Hogwarts. He was such a fan favorite that even Harry Potter went on to name his son after the sage wizard. The name Albus is of Latin origins and means “wise”. So, would you pick this name for your wise little man?
2. Aslan
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If you were a die hard CS Lewis fan as a child then this character is unforgettable to you. Aslan was a lead character in The Chronicles of Narnia series. He was known for being the regal king of Narnia who always stood for justice, forgiveness, sacrifice and power. He is also the only character that appears in all seven books of the series as he plays a pivotal role. Therefore, fans of these books and movies have a close connection to this empathetic and enigmatic lion. The name Aslan quite literally means “lion” in Turkish. Would you choose this name for your little lion?
3. Drax
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If you are looking for a cooler, more edgy sounding name then this is the right fit for your baby boy. Although the name Drax has no particular origin or meaning, it will still hold meaning to those who are fans of the Guardians of the Galaxy series. We all know Drax to be a strong, loyal and considerate character. Who wouldn’t want to be named after those traits? Besides, it is a very uncommon name, so if you want something unique, you’ve hit the jackpot with Drax.
4. Percy
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If you’re a millennial or belong to Gen Z then you know exactly why the name Percy is on this list and one of our top picks! Percy is a name that is quite popular in the fantasy genre, especially if you are into Greek mythology. The Percy Jackson series followed a young demi god named Percy, who is the son of Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea as he battled against many foes. Percy is courageous, smart and compassionate. However he isn’t the only Percy in the fantasy world that people want to name their baby after. There’s also Percy, who is one of the Weasley brothers from the Harry Potter series. Whoever you have in mind, Percy is the perfect name for your precious baby boy.
5. Cassian
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You didn’t think we’d leave out our favorite name from the Star Wars series did you? As much as we all love R2-D2, the name Cassian is a little more palatable. Besides, in Rogue One, Cassian was a true rebel who had been fighting the rebellion since he was 6 years old! Talk about courage and dedication. The name Cassian has been known to have Latin origins which means “hollow or empty”.
6. Sam
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This character is beyond beloved. No fantasy list will be complete without at least one name from the Lord of the Rings series and our pick is Sam for obvious reasons. Although a lot of the names from this series are a bit much for real life, Sam blends in perfectly. Besides, he is the purest character we’ve ever come across. Sam is selfless, empathetic, loyal and kind and that’s why Sanwise Gamgee or just Sam as his friends call him is our top pick! He is Frodo’s courageous best friend who many argue is the real hero and protagonist of the trilogy. The name has Hebrew origins and means “God heard”.
Picking out a name for your son doesn’t have to be as hard as you think it is. Just turn to the characters that inspire you the most and you’ll make a great choice. So, what name on the list was your favorite? Let us know in the comments section!
