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Gigantic List of Harry Potter Names

  1. Draco

    • Origin:

      Greek from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "dragon"

    • Description:

      For as long as we all shall live, Harry Potter's sneering nemesis.
  2. Kingsley

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "king's meadow"

    • Description:

      Kingsley is a sophisticated Harry Potter name that entered the US Top 1000 in 2013.
  3. Ronald

    • Origin:

      Norse

    • Meaning:

      "ruler's counselor"

    • Description:

      To many people, Ronald is off playing shuffleboard with Donald, though others aren't swayed by its old man image. In the Top 10 in the late 1930s through the mid-1940s, the name later came to be strongly associated with President Reagan, along with his nicknames, Ron and Ronnie—as well as with the McDonald franchise mascot. A more youthful bearer is the likable character Ron Weasley in the Harry Potter series. In the early days of Hollywood, Ronald Colman was a dashing matinee idol.
  4. Severus

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "stern"

    • Description:

      Though it has literary credentials--making an appearance in Jane Austen's Mansfield Park and as the mean-spirited teacher Severus Snape in the Harry Potter books, most modern parents would find it too--well--severe.
  5. Bill

    • Origin:

      English, diminutive of William

    • Meaning:

      "resolute protection"

    • Description:

      Most Bills today are dads...or grandpas. The younger Williams are usually nicknamed Will, or called by their full names.
  6. Albus

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "white, bright."

    • Description:

      The ancient name Albus has modern currency as the first name of the headmaster of Harry Potter's Hogwarts, more formally known as Professor Albus Percival Wulfric Brian Dumbledore. Can Albus work if you're missing the long white beard and the magic wand? Maybe, though it might be a heavy mantle for a Muggle child to wear.
  7. Marietta

    • Origin:

      Italian diminutive of Maria

    • Meaning:

      "drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"

    • Description:

      Marietta would make for a classy and uncommon long form for cool nickname Etta.
  8. Burke

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "from the fortress"

    • Description:

      Simple, usable surname choice.
  9. Petunia

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "trumpet-shaped flower"

    • Description:

      Literary heritage: the "Loony Tunes" girlfriend of Porky Pig. But with the increasing popularity of all kinds of unusual botanical names, Petunia may be a name we start to hear more of. Perhaps-more-pleasing Petunia alternatives: Petal, Posy, Poppy.
  10. Padma

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "lotus"

    • Description:

      A name rich in Hindu tradition as the alternate name for the Goddess Lakshmi, the embodiment of beauty and charm; currently borne, appropriately, by model-actress-writer Padma Lakshmi.
  11. Myrtle

    • Origin:

      Greek botanical name

    • Description:

      Long in our category of so-far-out-it-will-always-be-out category, once seen as a gum-cracking 1940's telephone operator, we think it's time to reassess Myrtle, and look at is as a nature name, a plant with pink or white aromatic berries. Ruled by Venus, myrtle is a plant associated with love, peace, fertility and youth.
  12. Dudley

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "Dudda's meadow"

    • Description:

      It's easy to love a name that rhymes with "cuddly" and is also attached to the surname Do-Right -- once you ignore the "dud" connection.
  13. Parvati

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "the daughter of the mountain"

    • Description:

      This Hindu goddess name is very popular in India. The goddess of love, fertility and devotion, representing female force, Parvati is the wife of Shiva and the mother of Ganesh. There is a Harry Potter character named Parvati Patil, a twin sister of Padma..
  14. Argus

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "watchful guardian"

    • Description:

      In mythology, a creature with a hundred eyes, making it a better name for a camera than a baby.
  15. Pomona

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "apple"

    • Description:

      This name of the Roman goddess of fruit trees is also associated with a suburban town in Southern California.
  16. Hepzibah

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "my delight is in her"

    • Description:

      This is a streamlined spelling of the biblical Hephzibah. Hephzibah is an Old Testament name that came into use in the 17th century, but is not often used today. It does have less formal nicknames Eppie and Hepsie, which seem revivable. Hephzibah "Eppie" Cass/Marner is the heroine of George Eliot's novel Silas Marner and Hepzibah Smith is a witch in the Harry Potter series.
  17. Romilda

    • Description:

      Romilda is a feminine name with Germanic origins, composed of the elements 'hrom' meaning 'fame' and 'hild' meaning 'battle' or 'warrior.' This powerful combination creates a name signifying 'famous battle maiden' or 'glorious fighter.' The name has medieval roots and appears in various European cultures, particularly in Italy where it maintained modest usage. In literature, Romilda appears as a character in various works, including Handel's opera 'Orlando.' While never widely popular in the English-speaking world, the name carries a romantic, somewhat mysterious quality with its rolling syllables and ancient heritage. Romilda offers a rare choice with substantial historical depth, appealing to parents seeking names with both strength and distinctive feminine character.
  18. Florean

    • Description:

      Florean is a masculine name with Latin origins, derived from 'florus' meaning 'flowering' or 'blossoming.' It shares roots with names like Florian and Florence, carrying associations with nature, growth, and prosperity. Though uncommon in mainstream usage, Florean has a lyrical quality and classical undertones that give it sophistication. The name may be recognized by some from the character Florean Fortescue in the Harry Potter series, who owned an ice cream parlor. Florean combines floral imagery with masculine endings, creating a balance between gentleness and strength. The name remains distinctive while being relatively straightforward to pronounce, offering parents a unique option with historical depth.
  19. Ambrosius

    • Description:

      Ambrosius is a masculine name of Greek and Latin origin, derived from the Greek word "ambrosios," meaning "immortal" or "divine." It is the original Latin form of the more common Ambrose. The name carries significant historical weight, having been borne by Saint Ambrosius of Milan, an important 4th-century theologian and one of the four original doctors of the Catholic Church. Throughout European history, the name appeared among clergy, nobility, and scholars, maintaining associations with learning and spiritual devotion. While Ambrosius has never been widely popular in modern English-speaking countries, it retains appeal for parents drawn to names with classical roots and substantial historical significance. The name projects dignity and intellectual seriousness, with potential nicknames including Ambrose, Brose, or even Sio.

  20. Zacharias

    • Origin:

      Greek form of Hebrew Zachariah

    • Meaning:

      "the Lord has remembered"

    • Description:

      One of several more venerable names that get to the nickname Zack if you're tired of Zachary. In the New Testament, Zacharias was the husband of Elizabeth and father of John the Baptist.