Sci-Fi Baby Names

This animal-themed name is among the most popular for girls in contemporary Israel. Parents who want to move beyond the mega-popular Aliyah and sisters might want to consider Ayala. The male form is Ayal.

Sharp and preppy.

Flash Gordon makes this a superhero name, but Flash might just appeal to modern parents looking for one of the new active boys' names, ala Ace and Breaker and Ranger. We'd recommend something more pulled-together as a proper name with Flash as a nickname or middle name.

Spelling variation of Erin invented for a character on the science fiction TV show Farscape.

Short form of the Afrikaans name Lodewikus.

Motoko Kusanagi, perhaps the best known association to the name, is a character from the sci-fi anime and manga series The Ghost in the Shell. She's a strong, wise, and independent cyborg who appears as a young woman.

Could be an interesting alternative to London, now that that one is firmly on the girl's side.

Londo Mollari is a character from the TV show Babylon 5.

Tyrell is kind of part Tyrone and Tyler, part Terrell, though it has never made the US Top 1000. As a form of Terrell it means "to pull", from the French tirel and from here, it gets the additional meaning "stubborn", Terrell being given to an obstinate. Alternatively, it may mean "land", from terre.

Dejah is a feminine name that gained recognition primarily through Edgar Rice Burroughs' science fiction series 'John Carter of Mars,' where Dejah Thoris appears as a Martian princess. The name has no clear historical origins before this literary creation, making it essentially a modern invented name. Since its literary introduction, Dejah has gained modest usage, particularly in the United States. The name has an exotic, otherworldly quality while remaining relatively easy to pronounce. Its association with a strong female character from literature gives it connotations of nobility and resilience. Dejah's distinctive sound, with emphasis on the first syllable, makes it stand out while its brevity keeps it accessible and memorable.

Spelling variation of Lita.

Obscure Japanese pick, recognizable to fans of the 1989 Japanese science fiction horror film Tetsuo: The Iron Man.

Once unique to the Zappa family, now you can have your own little prima donna.

Kaidan is a masculine name with multiple potential origins, most commonly associated with Japanese and Gaelic roots. In Japanese, it can mean "mysterious story" or "ghost story," while as an Anglicized form of the Irish name Caden, it connects to "cath" meaning "battle." The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the early 2000s, part of the trend toward names with the appealing "aid" sound. Its rise coincided with similar names like Aidan, Jayden, and Brayden. Kaidan offers versatility with its cross-cultural connections and modern feel. The spelling variant Kayden is also common. Parents are often drawn to its contemporary sound combined with meaningful origins, making it appealing for those seeking a name that feels both current and substantial.