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Sci-Fi Baby Names

  1. Korben

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Corbin, English and French surname

    • Meaning:

      "crow, raven"

    • Description:

      Korben is a spelling that gets some attention since Bruce Willis's character name in The Fifth Element was Korben Dallas.
  2. Keyan

    • Description:

      Keyan is a versatile masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Chinese, it can mean 'respectful' or 'quick-witted' depending on the characters used. It also appears as an Irish name derived from 'Cian' meaning 'ancient' or 'enduring.' Additionally, it may be a variation of Kayan, relating to an ethnic group in Borneo. In Persian, similar names relate to concepts of universe or existence. The name has gained modest popularity in recent decades, particularly in multicultural communities, appreciated for its contemporary sound and cross-cultural appeal. Keyan features a strong, clean pronunciation that works well internationally. Parents might choose it for its modern feel combined with traditional roots, or for its ability to bridge different cultural heritages while remaining relatively distinctive.
  3. Riddick

    • Origin:

      Variation of Reddick, Scottish

    • Description:

      Variation of Reddick, recognizable as the name of Vin Diesel's character in the Riddick film series, based on the Chronicles of Riddick books.
  4. Wikus

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Lodewikus, Afrikaans

    • Description:

      Short form of the Afrikaans name Lodewikus.
  5. Diva

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "goddess"

    • Description:

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

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "wise man"

    • Description:

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

    • Origin:

      Turkish variation of Salim, Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "safe"
  8. Motoko

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "resourceful child"

    • Description:

      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.
  9. Londo

    • Origin:

      Invented name

    • Description:

      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.

  10. Reaver

    • Origin:

      Literary invented name

    • Description:

      Reaver sure sounds like an occupational surname, thanks to its -er ending and similarity to names like Reeve, but it is actually a name invented by science fiction writers.

      The first documentation of the use of Reaver was in 1988, as the name of a team of cyborgs in a Marvel comic book. More recently, Reaver was used in the TV show Firefly as the name of a group of cannibalistic humans.
  11. Zhora

    • Description:

      Zhora is a masculine name with diverse cultural origins. In Russian contexts, it functions as a diminutive of names like Georgy, meaning 'farmer' or 'earth-worker.' In Armenian usage, it can be related to names meaning 'power' or 'strength.' The name also appears in some Central Asian cultures. Zhora has gained some recognition in Western countries through popular culture, including the female replicant character in the film 'Blade Runner.' Despite this exposure, it remains an uncommon name in most Western countries. The name has a distinctive sound that crosses cultural boundaries while maintaining a sense of strength and character.

  12. Dejah

    • Description:

      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.
  13. Lyta

    • Origin:

      Variation of Lita

    • Description:

      Spelling variation of Lita.
  14. Bail

    • Description:

      Bail is an uncommon masculine name with multiple potential origins. It could derive from the Old French 'baile' meaning 'bearer' or guardian, or from the Scottish surname Bail, which may have occupational roots. In legal contexts, 'bail' refers to security or guarantee, potentially giving the name connotations of reliability and trust. As a given name, Bail remains quite rare globally, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking something truly uncommon. The name's brevity gives it a modern, minimalist appeal, while its familiar sound (rhyming with names like Dale or Gail) makes it accessible despite its uniqueness. Bail has not traditionally appeared on popularity charts, remaining a genuinely unusual selection.