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Video Game Names for Boys

  1. Alucard

    • Origin:

      Popular culture

    • Meaning:

      "Dracula backwards"

    • Description:

      While Alucard has the sound of names like Alaric, Arnoud, and Ealdwine, it is in fact literally Dracula spelled backwards. Used in various bits of media over the years, it is perhaps best associated with the character in the Japanese game franchise, Castlevania or with the manga series HELLSING by Kouta Hirano.
  2. Akuma

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "devil, demon"

    • Description:

      Nice baby name with a devilish meaning.
  3. Ryu

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "dragon"

    • Description:

      This attractive mini-name combines multiple trends: the R initial, vowel-ending boy names, and a fantastical meaning.
  4. Hanzo

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Description:

      Heard most frequently in 18th century Japan, Hanzo is a rarity in modern culture. Hattori Hanzo was a legendary samurai of the Sengoku Era. A modern day namesake might be Hanzo Shimada, from the video game Overwatch. Hanzo is one of many unique baby names from Asia and from the gaming world.
  5. Revan

    • Origin:

      Invented name

    • Description:

      Revan is a name from the Star Wars universe that first appeared in the video game Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic. He starts out on the light side of the Force, then became a Sith Lord on the dark side before reversing trend and working for the light side once more. Revan first appeared on the baby name charts in 2004, the year following the video game release.
  6. Kage

    • Description:

      Kage is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. In Japanese, it means "shadow" and is pronounced "kah-geh," though in English it's often pronounced to rhyme with "sage." The name could also be a modern variant of Cage, a surname of Old French origin, or a short form of names like Mickelangelo or McKage. As a given name, Kage has a strong, concise sound with a contemporary feel. Its brevity makes it distinctive and memorable, while its unusual nature gives it an edgy quality. The name has gained some limited popularity in recent decades among parents seeking short, powerful names with cross-cultural appeal and a unique character.
  7. Godot

    • Origin:

      Invented name

    • Description:

      Samuel Beckett, inspired by the French surname Godeau, created the name Godot for his play, Waiting for Godot.

      Americans tend to pronounce Godot with the emphasis on the second syllable, but Beckett has said this is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is GOD-oh, with the first syllable stressed.

  8. Aidyn

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Aiden

    • Description:

      The popularity of Aiden has sparked many creative spellings - this one is understandably towards the bottom of the Top 1000.
  9. Eivor

    • Origin:

      Swedish, Norwegian

    • Meaning:

      "careful island; island defender; good luck"

    • Description:

      Traditionally a feminine name in Scandinavian culture, where these days it's mostly considered a grandmother name. Americans may associate it with Eivor Varinsdottir, a character from Assassain's Creed. She is likely the inspiration for the parents who gave this name to twelve boys and eight girls in 2022.
  10. Geralt

    • Origin:

      German

    • Meaning:

      "ruler with the spear"

    • Description:

      Geralt is an antiquated version of the old-fashioned name Gerald, which has been dropping toward the bottom of the US Top 1000 since the early 1940s and finally dropped out in 2021.
  11. Ico

    • Description:

      Ico is a compact masculine name with multiple possible origins. In Japanese, it can mean 'first-born son' or relate to various kanji combinations with different meanings. It also appears in some European contexts, potentially as a diminutive of names like Federico in Italian or Spanish cultures. The name's brevity—just two syllables and three letters—gives it a distinctive minimalist quality that's easily pronounced across language barriers. While uncommon in mainstream usage, Ico has gained some recognition through the eponymous Japanese video game released in 2001, which may influence contemporary associations. The name carries a modern, international feel while remaining culturally flexible, appealing to parents seeking a short, distinctive name that works well globally.
  12. Dandelion

    • Origin:

      Flower name, from French

    • Meaning:

      "lion's tooth"

    • Description:

      The bright yellow weed lends itself to a creative baby name, although we don't recommend the nickname Dandy.
  13. Falco

    • Origin:

      Italian

    • Meaning:

      "falcon"

    • Description:

      Italian surname most Americans will associate with actress Edie Falco, of Sopranos fame.
  14. Rad

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "advisor"

    • Description:

      What child wouldn't like a name that was a synonym for cool?
  15. Iori

    • Origin:

      Japanese, Welsh

    • Description:

      In Welsh, a diminutive of Iorwerth. As a Japanese name, Iori stands alone.
  16. Cyrax

    • Origin:

      Invented name

    • Description:

      Futuristic variation of Cyrus. Cyrax is a character in the Mortal Kombat video game series.
  17. Jak

    • Description:

      Jak is a compact masculine name with multiple origins. It can be a short form of Jacob or Jack, names with Hebrew origins meaning 'supplanter'. In Polish and Czech contexts, Jak functions as an independent name. It's also used in Turkey, where it has roots in Turkish-Jewish communities. The name's brevity gives it a modern, punchy quality that appeals to parents seeking simple yet distinctive names. Jak has gained modest popularity in Eastern European countries and is increasingly chosen in English-speaking regions by parents preferring minimalist names. The straightforward spelling and pronunciation make it accessible across cultural boundaries, while still maintaining a unique character compared to the more common Jack.

  18. Sephiroth

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "emanations"

    • Description:

      Sephiroth is a villain in the Final Fantasy universe who recently inspired seven sets of parents to use his name for their sons.
  19. Ding

    • Description:

      Ding is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Chinese culture, it's a surname and given name meaning 'strong' or 'steady' (丁), representing the fourth Heavenly Stem in Chinese cosmology. As a given name in Western contexts, Ding is extremely rare and might be used as a nickname or diminutive form. In some European contexts, particularly Germanic languages, it might have evolved as a shortened form of names containing '-ding' elements. The name's brevity gives it a distinct, memorable quality despite its simplicity. While uncommon as a first name in most Western countries, Ding maintains cultural significance in Chinese communities worldwide, where it represents stability and strength.
  20. Cave

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      We have Cove and Canyon—why not Cave?