Disney Dog Names

In Greek mythology, Megara was the first wife of Heracles (Hercules); the character of Megara "Meg" in the Disney film is loosely based on her. It’s also a place name in Greece and Sicily. Read more about Megara and other Disney Princess Names in our featured blog.

We can't pretend that this name is not indelibly linked to the Disney's eponymous character, at least in the USA; but it's not a negative connotation and may appeal to you. Bosnian variation Aldin may be more wearable in the US, though.

Any boy with this name, a synonym for power via the Greek mythology figure, better be strong of body, and of psyche.

Yzma is the iconic and hilarious antagonist of the Disney film, The Emperor's New Groove. The name may come from the Arabic Izma, meaning greatness, might, and importance, but the true origin is unknown.

Sixties-style short form that sounds cool again -- though the unscrupulous Pete on "Mad Men" is not a character to emulate.

Indian princely title, more exciting than Prince or Duke, that is also a widely-used name for both genders. In the US, the names Rajah and Raja are uncommon: Ten baby boys were named Rajah last year and 18 were given the Raja spelling.

One of the more prominent by-products of reality TV, via Disney.

Mulan comes from a Chinese mythological ballad, in which Mulan disguises herself as a man to take the place of her father in war. The 1998 Disney movie of the same name was based on this legend. Read more about Mulan and other Disney Princess Names in our featured blog.

It may sound sweet smelling, but remember, it was the name of the little skunk in Bambi. Better to pick a single bloom from the bouquet, like Violet or Lily or Daisy.

Princess Atta is a royal ant in the Pixar film A Bug's Life, named for a genus of ants.

The kind of potential baby name dads use to tease moms.

Proof that villain names are just as cool as heros': Namaari was the top debut of 2021 — given to 43 baby girls the year Raya and the Last Dragon premiered. In 2022 it rose to 66 girls, and also debuted on the male chart, given to six boys.

Most names with the Ab beginning, including the more familiar Abigail and Abner, mean father, as does this streamlined Arabic choice. American children might recognize Abu as the name of Aladdin's pet monkey in the Disney film.

Most commonly associated with the Disney villain from Aladdin.