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G.o.T Names

eden_taylor
By eden_taylor
Updated Mon Apr 18 2022
For all the G.o.T. serie's fans, here's a non exhaustive list of names !
  1. Yara

    • Origin:

      Arabic, Persian, Brazilian, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "friend, helper; strength; water nymph; honeycomb"

    • Description:

      The multicultural Yara is a sweet but substantial choice that could make a more unusual take on Sara and also work in multiple languages. Popular in Portugal, The Netherlands, and Switzerland, familiar in the UK and France, it entered the US Top 1000 in 2017 and has been climbing the charts ever since.
  2. Robin

    • Origin:

      Bird name; or English, diminutive of Robert

    • Meaning:

      "bright fame"

    • Description:

      Now that it's no longer fashionable for girls, Robin is rising for boys again. Robin Hood, Robin Williams, Christopher Robin, and Robin the Boy Wonder are all male namesakes, after all. It reentered the US Top 1000 boys names in 2015 for the first time since 1999 and continues to bounce around the lower end of the Top 1000.
  3. Sansa

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "praise, charm"

    • Description:

      Game of Thrones author George R. R. Martin is a master namer, and this unusual choice from India is beginning to be heard in nurseries as well as on television. Sansa was perhaps slower to catch on than other names such as Arya and Khaleesi as Sansa Stark was in the first seasons of the show a weak and compromised character.
  4. Theon

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "godly"

    • Description:

      Theon, an ancient name attached to a noted Greek teacher of mathematics and astronomy, also father to the first woman mathematician, might appeal to parents in this field. You can think of Theon as Theo with something a little extra.
  5. Jaime

    • Origin:

      Spanish variation of James

    • Description:

      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.
  6. Arya

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit; Modern variation of Aria

    • Meaning:

      "noble; air/song"

    • Description:

      Arya was derived from an Indo-Iranian word meaning "Aryan" or "noble." It is a masculine given name in Iran, Indonesia, Bali, and Sanskrit-speaking regions of India. In Hindu- and English-speaking parts of the world, Arya is more often a feminine name, the latter influenced by the similar Italian name Aria, meaning "air" or "song."
  7. Elia

    • Origin:

      Spanish feminization of Elio, Italian and Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "sun"

    • Description:

      Though the most famous Elia, screenwriter Kazan, was male, this name sounds like a spin on many popular girls' names, from Ella to Ellie to Isla and Leah. While the Italian pronunciation has the middle syllable as LEE, making it closer to the original Elijah would give the middle syllable a long I sound — eh-LYE-ah.
  8. Brandon

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "broom-covered hill"

    • Description:

      Brandon, a forebear of the Braden-Caden pack, had a great run of popularity over several decades, being in the Top 10 from 1992 to 1998, one of its inspirations being hearthrob Brandon Walsh played by Jason Priestley on the original Beverly Hills 90210--and it was aso the name of several soap opera characters.
  9. Shae

    • Origin:

      Variation of Shay, Irish

    • Meaning:

      "the stately, dauntless one"

    • Description:

      The third-most-popular spelling of this name, after Shea and Shay, is notable mostly for its connection to Game of Thrones. Shae is a "camp follower" -- AKA prostitute -- who becomes the loyal mistress to Tyrion Lannister while he is serving as Hand of the King.
  10. Ramsay

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "low-lying land"

    • Description:

      A surname occasionally used as a first, as in former attorney general Ramsey Clark. This spelling is now closely associated with the psychopathic Game of Thrones villain Ramsay Snow (later Ramsay Bolton), and so is probably best avoided as long as the show and books are popular.
  11. Melisandre

    • Origin:

      French variation of Millicent, German

    • Meaning:

      "strong in work"

    • Description:

      The romantic fairy tale-like name has come to modern attention via the beautiful but terrifying sorceress in Game of Thrones. The character may look as lovely as her name sounds, but it's hard to imagine a parent familiar with the book wanting to use the name for their child. Two alternate directions: Millicent or Melisande.
  12. Jon

    • Origin:

      Variation of John or Jonathan

    • Meaning:

      "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.
  13. Meera

    • Origin:

      Hindi, Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "light, saintly woman; prosperous"

    • Description:

      Meera Bai, also spelled Mirabai, was a great female Hindu mystical poet whose works are popular throughout India. She was a fifteenth-sixteenth century Indian princess who devoted her life to writing paeans of devotion to the god Krishna.

      The story of Meera was the basis of an eponymous Indian historical drama television series in 2009. It's also gotten a boost from HBO's Game of Thrones, in which Meera Reed is a tough, wise character who cares for the disabled seer Bran Stark once he flees Winterfell.

  14. Daenerys

    • Origin:

      Literary name

    • Description:

      Daenerys is yet another girls' name invented by "Game of Thrones" author George R. R. Martin that is beginning to gain some traction in real life. Daenerys was used for 67 baby girls in 2013 while one of the character's titles, Khaleesi, was given to 241 baby girls. And the name Arya, also from the hyper-popular series, is one of the fastest growing girls' names in the country.
  15. Jorah

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "early rain"

    • Description:

      Jorah, a Biblical name with a lovely nature-related meaning, might make a fresher alternative to the overused Jordan. It's similar to the feminine Nora, Cora, and Laura, but depending on your viewpoint, that may be an advantage.
  16. Gregor

    • Origin:

      Scottish form of Gregory

    • Meaning:

      "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.
  17. Tyrion

    • Origin:

      Literary name

    • Description:

      Tyrion is one of the many new names entering the lexicon thanks to George R. R. Martin, author of the Game of Thrones book. Tyrion's name shares its first two letters with those of his father Tywin and his grandfather Tytos. The Tyrion Lannister character, a dwarf, is played by award-winning actor Peter Dinklage. Martin has said he saw the Tyrion character as being both the ugliest and the most intelligent person in the world, a mixed legacy for any child.
  18. Talisa

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      Talisa is a recent addition to the Tali family, brought to light by actress Talisa Soto.
  19. Myranda

    • Description:

      Myranda is a feminine name that represents an alternative spelling of Miranda, which derives from Latin and means 'worthy of admiration' or 'wonderful.' This spelling variation emerged as parents sought to personalize the classic name while maintaining its familiar pronunciation. The name carries literary associations through Shakespeare's character in 'The Tempest,' lending it an air of sophistication and intelligence. Myranda peaked in popularity during the 1990s, influenced by the character Miranda from the HBO series 'Sex and the City.' The 'y' spelling gives the name a more distinctive, contemporary feel while preserving its elegant sound. While less common than the traditional spelling, Myranda offers a subtle uniqueness while remaining recognizable and pronounceable.
  20. Lysa

    • Description:

      Lysa is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may function as a diminutive of Elisabeth or Melissa, a variant spelling of Lisa, or derive from names in various European languages. In some Slavic contexts, it can relate to words meaning 'fox' or 'forest.' This short, crisp name has a light, modern feel despite having historical precedents. Lysa gained some limited use in the late 20th century but remains relatively uncommon. The distinctive 'y' spelling gives it a contemporary edge compared to the more traditional Lisa. The name has cross-cultural versatility, working well in many language contexts. Its brevity makes it practical while the less common spelling helps it stand out. Lysa offers a blend of familiarity and uniqueness that many parents seek.

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