A Song of Ice and Fire / Game of Thrones - Part 2- G to M
- Gael
Origin:
WelshMeaning:
"wild"Description:
Now that the midcentury sound-alike name Gail for girls is sailing out to sea, Gael is becoming an increasingly popular name for boys -- and could make the gender switch in the opposite direction again.
- Gerold
Description:
Gerold is a masculine name of Germanic origin, derived from elements meaning 'spear' and 'rule' or 'power'. This traditional name was popular during medieval times, particularly among nobility in Germanic regions of Europe. Gerold appears in historical records as the name of several counts and nobles in the Holy Roman Empire. While it reached its peak usage in the Middle Ages, the name has persisted over centuries, especially in German-speaking countries. Today, Gerold is considered a vintage name with strong historical roots. Its association with strength and leadership gives it a dignified character, though it remains relatively uncommon in modern naming practices compared to its derivatives Gerald and Gerard.
- Gregor
Origin:
Scottish form of GregoryMeaning:
"vigilant, a watchman"Description:
Two prominent literary namesakes make Gregor a somewhat risky choice. On the highbrow side, there's Gregor Samsa, the Kafka character who woke up one day to find himself turned into a cockroach. And then there's Gregor Clegane, one of the most feared and purely evil characters in the world of Game of Thrones.
- Gaemon
- Gendry
- Gerion
- Harlon
Description:
Harlon is a masculine name with English and Germanic origins, likely derived as a variant of Harlan. The name Harlan comes from Old English elements meaning 'army land' or 'hare land.' Harlon emerged as a spelling variation in the United States, particularly in southern regions during the mid-20th century. While less common than Harlan, Harlon gained some recognition through notable bearers like American football player Harlon Hill. The name has a strong, rugged quality that conveys masculinity and resilience. Though relatively uncommon in contemporary usage, it appeals to parents seeking a distinctive name with traditional roots. Harlon combines the strength associated with Germanic names while offering a uniquely American character.
- Harrold
Description:
Harrold is a masculine name of Germanic origin, variant of Harold, derived from the Old English elements 'here' meaning 'army' and 'weald' meaning 'power' or 'ruler', thus translating to 'army ruler' or 'leader of the army'. This traditional name carries historical significance, as it was borne by several medieval English kings, including Harold Godwinson, the last Anglo-Saxon king of England. The Harrold spelling variation adds a slight distinction to the more common Harold. While its popularity peaked in the early 20th century, it has since declined, now considered a vintage name that occasionally appears as a family surname passed down as a first name. Harrold offers a distinguished, strong character with its connection to leadership and historical significance.
- Haegon
- Helaena
- Hodor
- Hoster
- Howland
- Jaime
Origin:
Spanish variation of JamesDescription:
A Hispanic classic that has lost some momentum in recent years. It could be misunderstood by some as Jamie -- which is how it's pronounced on Game of Thrones.
- Jason
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"to heal"Description:
Jason, the Number 3 name for the entire decade of the 1970s -- thus the title of our original baby-naming book, Beyond Jennifer & Jason -- is more likely to be dad's name now than baby's, but it's still a widely used name.
- Jasper
Origin:
PersianMeaning:
"bringer of treasure"Description:
Jasper originated as a variation of the Latin Gaspar, which ultimately derived from the Persian word ganzabara, meaning "bringer of treasure." As a given name, Jasper’s etymology is unrelated to that of the gemstone, which comes from a Semitic word meaning "speckled stone." Jasper is the usual English form for one of the Three Wise Men who brought gifts to the infant Christ according to medieval tradition and appears in the Bible as a reference to the stone itself in Revelations 4:3.
- Joanna
Origin:
Variation of JohannaMeaning:
"God is gracious"Description:
Joanna derives from the Greek name Ioanna, which in turn came from the Hebrew name Yohannah. It is featured in the New Testament as a woman who accompanied Jesus on his travels and eventually reached saint status. Other names related to Joanna include Joan, Joanne, Johanna, and Jana.
- Jocelyn
Origin:
GermanMeaning:
"member of the Gauts tribe"Description:
Jocelyn has gotten new life and popularity as a result of the current passion for lyn endings. Though it was a male name in medieval times, now Jocelyn couldn't sound more softly feminine.
- Joffrey
Origin:
Variant of GeoffreyDescription:
King Joffrey Baratheon, the petulant biological son of siblings Cersei and Jaime Lannisters, is perhaps the most notorious villain in the entire Game of Thrones canon. His name is practically a byword for sadism among fans of the show and George R.R. Martin's books. As such, we think it's probably a name best avoided IRL.
- Jon
Origin:
Variation of John or JonathanMeaning:
"God is gracious; or gift of Jehovah"Description:
Streamlined version of the classic boys' names, sometimes a short form of Jonathan, which is in fact an entirely different name from John attached to a different Biblical personage. Jon feels more modern than the traditional John, but some may find it an overly slight variation on an already slim name. Jon Snow is a popular character on HBO's Game of Thrones.