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</html>";s:4:"text";s:30007:"An endless source of literary baby name inspiration. Along with Alice and Charlotte, literary baby names from children's and young adult books ranking in the US Top 500 include Sawyer, Matilda, Finn, Holden, Lyra, and Eloise. It is a popular Old English name that means ‘God is abundance.’. You’ve got old-fashioned Anglo-Saxon and Biblical names like Matthias, Martin, and Luke. The Darcy and Bingley characters are named Darius and Ainsley, respectively. Holden: Did anyone here not read The Catcher in the Rye in high school? Romance author Christina Lauren is actually two authors writing under a pseudonym—but that pseudonym gives you two options for baby names! Here, a selection of the most distinctive literary boy names from books. One thing we all can agree on is the role that literature plays in enriching our life and our culture. Austen works as a name, too! 50. Sarah Dessen’s characters also have unique names that might serve as inspiration, including Annabel, Auden, Clarke, Dexter, Emaline, Gwendolyn, Halley, Haven, Macy, Noah, Opal, Owen, Remy, Ruby, Scarlett, Wes. You might want to stay away from Cersei and Daenerys, but how about naming your baby after one of the other badass female characters like Brienne, Sansa, Catelyn, Missandei, or Yara (Asha in the book series)? Don’t worry! My favorite is Pecola from The Bluest Eye. Newborn Baby Skincare Routine for the Summer Season, 14 New Year Traditions from Around the World. Shakespeare is a classic literary author of the 16th century who offers some beautiful names to consider for your baby girl or baby boy. The name Sawyer means ‘woodcutter’. It has to be just perfect, right? ), Marilla (or Rilla as her namesake is known by in Rilla of Ingleside). Biblical Names. And now we have Shakespeare! The information on this website is of a general nature and available for educational purposes only and should not be construed as a substitute for advice from a medical professional or health care provider. Tristich (“Trist”) — Greek: a strophe, stanza, or poem that consists of exactly three lines. Ophelia; Portia 30 Unique Baby Names That Start With "T" by Ojus Patel. Scarlett is the protagonist in Margaret Mitchell’s Gone with the Wind. It is the name of the favourite teacher in the Harry Potter series. From the Throne of Glass series, your options are: Aedion, Aelin, Ansel, Archer, Celaena, Cresseida, Dorian, Edda, Finn, Imogen, Linnea, Lorcan, Luca, Lyria, Lysandra, Kaya, Nehemia, Petrah, Philippa, Rhiannon, Rosamund, Rowan, Sellene, Thea, Yrene. These names were highly rated, but are not in the top 100 in U.S. births. Charles Dickens is another author who clearly had fun making up names. Get to the Point. Other interesting options from this series: Iorek, Serafina, Lee, Will (not as interesting, but a classic), Ruta (and her surname, Skadi, which is the name of a Nordic goddess! 71. There are so many literary baby names inspired by mythology and fairy tales! (Photo via Amazon) 12 + 13. Call Me By Your Name is a wonderful book but also a source for more unique literary baby names: Elio, Oliver, Marzia, Annella, Chiara, Anchise, Nico, Mafalda. © 2010-2020 Parenting.FirstCry.com. Here are my favorites, in alphabetical order: Apollo, Artemis, Atlas, Athena, Diana, Gaia, Hera, Hestia, Juno, Nyx, Orion, Phoebe, Rhea, Selene, Theia, Vesta. Updated: May 2, 2020. It’s also a treasure trove of fun names. The famous author Jane Austen is the name bearer. Finally, I think you could also find some baby name ideas in the Crazy Rich Asians series. I've only ever seen this name in To Kill a Mockingbird.It's a bold name for a courageous young man of conviction, the sort of person who is ready to change the world. Shakespearean names. The 1936 novel Gone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell had an adorable hero Rhett Butler. Some names for boys remain inextricably tied to their literary namesakes, such as Heathcliff, Gogol, Ishmael, and Zooey. A name inspired by an Oscar Wilde character from The Picture of Dorian Gray for your baby boy. The name Danny means ‘God is my judge’. The year 1884 saw the novel by Mark Twain titled ‘Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.’ He was a naughty boy in the book, and you also have one at home making this the perfect choice. Game of Names. Turn-of-the-Century Names. There are so many literary baby names to choose from, you could spend weeks browsing books to find the right one. The name Jane tops my list, for one of my favorite authors, Jane Austen. These literary baby girl names have been inspired by characters in books from all genres and periods. The Latin meaning of this name is ‘beautiful rose’. Amory, taken from Fitzgerald’s “This Side of Paradise” is a unique baby boy name with a traditional feel. Here is a list of the more unique baby names curated by millions of BabyNames.com members. Keep an eye on your inbox. ), Matilda, Violet, Veruca, and Charlie, all from Roald Dahl’s books (Veruca and Violet may be little hellions, but their names are pretty! Woof! Putting the Cart Before the Horse. Ada, Allan, Barbara, Belinda, Benjamin, Betsy, Camilla, Charity, Clara, Dora, Edith, Esther, Estella, Felix, Flora, Florence, Henrietta, Honoria, Jasper, Jem, Jemima, Jeremiah, Josiah, Leo, Louisa, Lucretia, May, Mercy, Minnie, Rosa, Pip, Sophy (or Sophie), Sydney, Vincent, Walter. Another unusual choice for a baby of any gender is Shirley. 43 Unique Baby Names You'll Adore If You Love Literature. 210 Cool, Unique Male and Female Dog Names Based on Literary Characters. Baby Names Tip #9: Make sure you check the currently trending baby names and check out the yearly most popular baby names charts to see if a name is going to be super popular. Mythological Names. Jane and Edward of Jane Eyre have been mentioned above, but there’s always St. John, as long as you’re okay with your child correcting this pronunciation for the rest of their life. This Korean name comes from the super popular Maze Runner series. Mindy (as in Mindy Kaling) is adorable. Stream the original series Disney Family Sundays, plus all your Disney favorites, anytime on Disney+. The name, which ranked 614 on the top 1,000 baby names last year, means “famed throughout the land.” It is the perfect name for a baby whose reputation will precede him. These books can change our life. Self-Care . Over 500 Unique Literary Baby Names for Bookish Parents-to-Be. as you can get, just like his character. Drawn from the works of authors from … Finally, I think you could also find some baby name ideas in the Crazy Rich Asians series. Their Eyes were Watching God is a 1937 novel written by Zora Neale Hurston. Literary Baby Names Let's Look in Books. All rights reserved. … Other names from the book include Marina, Simon, Karina, Yousef, and Dana. Now, who doesn’t know this name? It is a Greek name that means ‘oath of God.’ The name is inspired by the novel The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson. Also, Jane Eyre is an autobiographical novel by Charlotte Bronte. You could go the “flavor of the month” route—no doubt many girls were named Katniss or Hermione when The Hunger Games and Harry Potter arrived in theaters. Who Let the Dogs Out? It’s a Hebrew name that means ‘he gave.’. Historical novels also provide a rich source of popular literary names. American War by Omar El Akkad is set in a near future after climate change has wreaked havoc on the southern United States, and it features several familiar-but-uncommon names. It is an Indian name that means ‘charming’. This name will remain unforgettable just like the story Alice in Wonderland. It is a prominent name from the literary circles. Carson is a lovely name in honor of Carson McCullers, while Eudora (as in Welty) is a bit more dramatic and Flannery (as in O’Connor) more unique. After the famous writer Henry James, this name means ‘ruler of the home.’ The name has a German origin. Furthermore, these names for girls and boys are well regarded by all. I recently read Ask Baba Yaga and found that author’s name, Taisia, lovely. Minho. They're *literary* awesome. It is a perfect name for your little boy. From The Fault in Our Star by John Green, the name refers to the great Roman military leader who went on to become the first emperor of the empire. This name means ‘universal.’, Emily Bronte is an English novelist and poet known for her remarkable work. Perhaps, one of the unique names of all the baby girl names, this carefree name could work well as a substitute for Hayley or Kaylee. Here is the list  with some classic literary baby names for girls: Anna Karenina is a novel by Leo Tolstoy published in 1878. Norse mythology is full of inspiration, as long as you don’t mind baby Thor having a lot to live up to (both Chris Hemsworth AND the actual figure of Thor). The Irish author James Joyce’s work Ulysses has a character named Molly. Woof! The name means ‘maiden,’ it comes from an ancient Roman family name. Sarat, the main character, is fascinating. Consider her a classic and darling of the literature when it comes to characters. Virelay / Virelai — A form of lyric poem or song found in medieval France. Jul 21, 2020 - Explore KTALIA's board "Baby names literary" on Pinterest. Do you recall the astrophysics thrillers from Neil deGrasse Tyson and also the main character in Goodbye Columbus by Philip Roth. There’s also their uncle’s name, Julian. Depending on your favorite March sister, you can choose from Meg (or Margaret), Jo (or Josephine), Beth (or Elizabeth), or Amy. The name means ‘sea.’. But many are quite beautiful and worthy of baby name consideration! 46 Literary Baby Names That'll Make You Want To Have Children Game of Names. Shakespearean girl names . All Literary Names starting with H Hali Hallam Hallam Hamlet Hanh Hannan Hannibal Hansel Hardy Harper Harper Harry Haruki Hedwig Heidi Heller Heloise Herbert Hermia Hermione Hero Hester Hippolyta Hodor Holden Homer Horatio Huck Huckleberry Hyman Hyperion Or maybe it’s a family moniker. Both Zora and Neale (as in Hurston) are striking, maybe for a pair of siblings? Some of them are perhaps a little out-there for baby names, so I’ve collected some of my lowkey favorites here. Names (and nicknames) are important in Toni Morrison’s books, and many are Bible-inspired or are uniquely striking. The name sounds different and was a nickname of the famous writer Jhumpa Lahiri. It means ‘industrious.’ 55. A Glader and the Keeper of the Runners, Minho is a natural leader who the other boys look to in a time of serious crisis. In the famous novel series Kingdom Hearts, it is the name of a well-known character. Check out our picks for the best books of the year. The values and lessons of life taught in these books go a long way. It is a Greek name that refers to ‘Doros’ the legendary Greek hero. The Fair Maidens. Baby Names From Literature Baby Names Literary New Baby Names Unusual Baby Names Girl Names Unique Names Oscar Wilde Greek Names For Boys Greek Names Baby Pride and Prejudice is a romantic novel written by Jane Austen in 1813. Meanwhile, in The Haunting of Hill House, we have Theodora and Eleanor. The name means ‘spirit of the wood.’, It comes from the Betsy-Tacy series by Maud Hart Lovelace. This Irish name means ‘star of the sea.’, Matilda is the titular character of the novel by Roald Dahl named Matilda. Literary Names T.S. And there are even more options from the Court of Thorns and Roses series: Cassian, Azriel, Elain, Feyre, Ianthe, Lucien, Morrigan, Nesta, Rhysand (or Rhys), Tamlin, Viviane. When you decide to go for baby names inspired by literature, you can be confident that the name will be exceptional and memorable at the same time. Many of Shakespeare’s plays are set in Italy, a country that historians are pretty sure he never visited. Discover unique things to do, places to eat, and sights to see in the best destinations around the world with Bring Me! Stream Now . This English name means ‘dweller at the old cottage.’ However, we have included this name after the name of the author of Little Women—Louisa May Alcott. This Old English name for boys means ‘prosperity or riches.’ It is taken from the name of the main character in The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. From children’s literature to classic 18th century prose, we’ve come up with 90 names - and there’s DEFINITELY something here to suit every bookworm parent. Other good choices include Balder, Freyja, Idun, Loki, and Tyr. Ditto with Alice and Munro, Ralph and Ellison (okay, Ralph has a slightly dated feel, but Ellison sounds more modern), and Langston and Hughes (well, Hugh).  Novels, TV, movies and comic books are a great source for baby names. (I was 21 years old before I realized it was pronounced “Sinjin”.) Literary Baby Names for Girls. Along with Tristan and Romeo, other literary boy names in the US Top 1000 include Atticus, Axel, Holden, Magnus, Orlando, Rhett, Samson, and Santiago. This list of books and characters draws from classic literature, beloved books, and some of my personal favorites. The famous novel Adventure of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain remained a popular one. The premise of this collection of stories is that Scheherazade tells a story to her husband, the king, every night to keep herself alive for another day. There are some lovely nature-inspired names, too, like Cornflower, Rose, Thyme, Rosemary… And then there are a few more unique names: Arven, Deyna, Mariel, Bryony. Virginia Woolf was a celebrated author and critic of her time. Other Brontë names: Agnes, Adele, Annabella, Blanche, Eliza, Eulalie, Fergus, Georgiana, Gilbert, Ginevra, Graham, Lucy, Kenneth, Millicent, Paulina, Sylvie, Zillah. This English name means ‘dweller at the old cottage.’ However, we have included this name after the name of the author of Little Women—Louisa May Alcott. She is the central character in the Twilight series written by Stephenie Meyer. Hey, Don’t Be a Sad Mommy – Be a Happy Mommy! Eliot once said: “Our high respect for a well read person is praise enough for literature.” So if you really want to show off what a smarty-pants you are, consider these names steeped in literary richness. Harper is quite popular now, but still a solid choice. This Old English name means ‘hollow valley.’ It was also the name of the protagonist in The Catcher in the Rye written by J.D. By Taylor Andrews Virtuous Names. Please someone name their cat Lady Cat-herine de Purrgh. Naturally there are some great names (along with cliffhangers!) Shakespeare also wrote plays based on history and myth, so some of these names will seem familiar from other sources. Simple and classic, it will probably stand the test of time. It is a classic boy name from literature. Salinger. Both Toni and Morrison would make adorable baby names and allow you to pay homage to one of the greats. Musical Names. Looking for more baby-related inspiration? + I’m not suggesting you name a baby Mr. Tumnus (although you do you) and Aslan also seems like a lot to live up to. Unique literary names from children's books or of young characters gaining attention include Huck, Ramona, Scout, and Hermione. I’ve collected a huge list of literary baby names, some unique, some classic, all perfect for bookish new parents. Yes, Brian Jacques’s Redwall series is about a bunch of anthropomorphic talking animals (mainly mice, but also voles, otters, badgers, rats, and rabbits). Check it out! Rosalind is the main character in As You Like it by William Shakespeare. It is a Greek name that means ‘bearer of Christ.’ Christopher is one of Pooh’s best friends from A.A. Milne’s Winnie the Pooh, a collection of stories with a teddy bear as the main character. The Italian form of Roland, Orlando has a strong literary pedigree with appearances in Shakespeare’s As You Like It (Orlando is the epitome of honor and grace) and Virginia Woolf’s gender bending Orlando. Araminta is my favorite from the series, but there’s also Rachel, Kitty, Astrid, Bernard, Alistair, Colin, and Fiona. A famous character from James Joyce’s Ulysses and The Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man, the name means ‘crown or wreath’. These baby names from timeless classics are perfect for your baby boy. It might also be worth checking out your own bookshelves … Use Bee as a nickname, she is the older sister in Beverly Cleary’s Beezus and Ramona. The name has a Greek origin and it means ‘bountiful grain.’. There are different ways to pick a newborn’s name. Taylor Jenkins Reid’s Daisy Jones & the Six, which came out this year, also had some unique baby name ideas, including Daisy, but also Camila, Simone, and Billy. Let’s start with Arthurian legend (which you can read all about in Le Morte d’Arthur, if you want to know the story behind the names). This name is of Latin origin and it means ‘white.’. It is a French name that is derived from Hebrew. The sisters’ pen names, Currer, Acton, and Ellis, are all strong-sounding names. Looking for a baby boy name? Ashley: Ashley Wilkes is the chivalrous, handsome, and honorable love interest of Scarlett O’Hara in “Gone with the Wind”. Shirley Jackson’s We Have Always Lived in the Castle has two eerie, compelling female characters with great names: Merricat (short for Mary Katherine) and Constance. If you didn’t, or haven’t yet, you should add it to your list. Agatha is one of those old-fashioned names that seems to be making a comeback. Sisters Janae and Zuri come from a family with Afro-Latino roots. And from European fairytales retold by the Grimm brothers and Charles Perrault, you have some ethereal-feeling options, like Belle, Gretel, Hansel, Rapunzel, Briar (or the full thing, Briar Rose), and even Ella (as in Cinderella). Choose from 100 unique baby boy names - biblical names, celebrity naes, literary names, color names, place names and more. 2Zelda. Can't think of a baby name? This may explain how exaggerated they are—they’re a 15th century English man’s version of Italian names. Literary Names. It feels uplifting because of its Z beginning. Each of these names conveys an interesting backstory. It is considered a classic by all standards. Parenting.Firstcry.com accepts no liability for any errors, omissions or misrepresentations. The famous novel by Jane Austen titled Emma, the titular character is sweet and lingers in the memory for long. Not all baby names from literature are so unusual. The least-murdery options include Bran, Samwell (or just Sam)…and that’s really it, I think. ), Ramona, Henry, Beezus or Beatrice (I loved the name Beezus when I was a kid, it was so unusual! Should you have any concerns about your health, or of that of your baby or child, please consult with your doctor. There’s Odin, associated with death and the pursuit of knowledge, and Frigg, or Frigga, also associated with knowledge. I might shorten that to Heath if it were my baby. I’m partial to Lara Jean and Margot from Jenny Han’s To All the Boys I Loved Before and sequels, as well as Willowdean (or Willow and Dean, separately) and Bo from Dumplin’. Brontë might be a bit much for a wee baby, but the names of the Brontë siblings might inspire you: Anne, Emily, Charlotte, and Branwell. As Austen was writing in the late 18th and early 19th century, many of her characters names are fairly average (possibly even dull) by today’s standards. Consider checking your own ideal reading list, childhood favorites, and current bedside books for inspiration as well! Meyer has beautifully created the character of Isabella ‘Bella’ Marie Swan. Last week I shared some unique baby names for girls based on literary characters. I mean, Ebenezer Scrooge? Sarah J. Maas’s books are long epic fantasies, and like many of the other long epic fantasies we’ve looked at so far, they’re full of uncommon names with a unique twist. Alice: Not only is she a spunky, curious little soul … but the protagonist in the famous book Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll gets extra little-girl credit thanks to the Disney remakes. It's a literary baby name with fire and pizzazz. This week, I have thoughts on names … From the Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, the name is derived from Charles and has the same meaning. An English name that is more popular in Scandinavian countries, it means ‘might or strength.’. 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