Fantasy OC - PC Names - Male

Alister

English variation of Alasdair, Scottish

"defending men"

This anglicized spelling of the already anglicized Alistair originates from the Scottish form of Alexander. Some might think it lacks the flair of the -air ending, while others might find it sleeker…

Alizarin

Alizarin is a highly unusual masculine name derived from the chemical compound alizarin, a red pigment originally extracted from the roots of the madder plant. The word comes from the Arabic…

Allaric

Allaric is a masculine name of Germanic origin, likely a variant spelling of the more common Alaric. Historically significant, Alaric was the name of the Visigoth king who conquered Rome in 410 CE.…

Allastaire

Allastaire is a masculine name that represents a variant spelling of Alastair or Alistair, which derived from the Scottish Gaelic form of Alexander (Alasdair). It carries the powerful meaning…

Allaster

Allaster is a masculine name of Scottish origin, representing a variant spelling of Alastair or Alasdair, which ultimately derive from the Greek name Alexander, meaning 'defender of mankind.' This…

Alldric

Alldric is an uncommon masculine name with Germanic roots, likely a variant spelling of Aldric or Aldrich. These names combine the ancient Germanic elements 'ald' meaning 'old' or 'wise' and 'ric'…

Alldrick

Alldrick is an uncommon surname-turned-first-name with Anglo-Saxon roots. Likely derived from ancient English elements, possibly related to "Aldric" (meaning "old ruler" or "wise ruler"), the name…

Allister

Allister is a variant spelling of Alistair or Alastair, which derived from the Scottish Gaelic form of Alexander. The name ultimately traces back to Greek origins meaning "defender of mankind." This…

Almeisan

Arabic

"the shining one"

An alternate name for Alhena, one of the stars in the Gemini constellation.

Aloin

Aloin is a rare masculine name with potential botanical connections, as aloin is a compound found in aloe plants known for medicinal properties. The name likely shares etymological roots with names…

Alon

Alon is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'oak tree' or 'strong and mighty'. It symbolizes strength, resilience, and longevity, similar to the sturdy oak. Popular in Israel and Jewish…

Aloysius

Latin

"famous warrior"

This name is a classic example of an underused golden oldie that ticks so many boxes - unusual yet traditional, heaps of cute nicknames, a statement name that exudes retro cool. Aloysius is the Latin…

Alparslan

Turkish

"heroic lion"

Alparslan is a combination of the Turkish words alp , meaning "hero," and arslan , "lion." The name is a reference to Alp Arslan, the title given to 11th-century Seljuk sultan Muhammad bin Dawud…

Alpheus

Hebrew from Greek

"changing"

There is some disagreement whether there are one or two figures named Alpheus in the Bible. There's an Alpheus who's the father of James and an Alpheus who's the father of Levi, and if James and Levi…

Alphonsus

Latin form of Alfonso

"noble and ready"

This Latinized form of a name that's well used in Italy and Spain is sometimes heard, oddly enough, in Ireland.

Alric

German

"ruler of all"

Common in Sweden, Alric is part of the family of medieval sounding names, like Alaric, Casimir and Leopold that are increasing gaining a fanbase, perhaps as an antidote to the modern inventions that…

Alrik

Alrik is a masculine name with strong Norse and Germanic roots, meaning 'ruler of all' or 'complete ruler'—derived from elements meaning 'all' and 'ruler' or 'king.' This powerful name appears in…

Altair

Arabic

"falcon"

The eleventh brightest star in the sky has a celestial feel, but also could be the name of a commercial airline.

Alucard

Popular culture

"Dracula backwards"

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…

Aluin

Aluin is a masculine name of ancient Germanic origin, believed to be a variant of Alvin or Alwin. The name combines the elements 'alf' meaning 'elf' and 'wine' meaning 'friend,' creating the poetic…