The Real GOT Names You Should be Looking At

Post by Mom. The Pie is a kiddo, so of course has never viewed the show.

As a namer I've seen plenty of Game of Thrones inspired baby name lists. Collections of names from the characters on the show. As a viewer who sometimes feels like I shouldn't be, I often wonder, would you really name your baby in honor of the crude, inappropriate, immoral and sometimes just flat out disgusting show?
I realize it is happening. Khaleesi continues to be a name on the rise, and both Arya and Aria have gone from a spot in the 900's to 119 and 19 respectively. Even Winter has made leaps on the popularity charts. No doubt due to the ominous threat, "winter is coming."
I've found my GOT names in another spot~ the credits. For years, I've watched the opening of the show and as a namer, of course, I closely eye the names of actors, directors, producers and composers looking for names that are new to me and inspiring. Here is a collection of names from Game of Thrones worthy of use.
As I dug in, reviewing the opening and closing of the show as well as searching through lists on HBO.com and Imdb I realized that there were countless inspiring names of people who worked on the show. These are some of the names from GOT you should really be looking at. I've tried to order them by season they first appear...
Season One:
Lena
Emilia
Kit
Eros
Sophie
Alik
Maisie
Sarita
Esme
Rhodri
Sahara
Sibel
Rosalia
Bronson
Wilko
Amrita
Emer
Rania
Callum
Elyes
Season Two:
Oona
Gwendoline
Merima
Carise
Iva
Fintan
Gemma
Kramer
Alik
Marija
Season Three:
Nathalie
Iwan
Anton
Oddie
Talitha
Season Four:
Brenock
Nicola
Crispin
Renata
Xena
Indira
Season Five:
Nell
Keisha
Birgitte
Gemita
Enzo
Rila
Rosabell
Johdi
Meena
Deobia
Season Six:
Essie
Iona
Struan
Ania
Fionn
Aisling
Zoi
Fergus
Staz
Season Seven:
Breige
Wilf
Season Eight:
Mairi
Emer
Sunniva
Roma

Did you find something new here?

What is your favorite GOT inspired name?

Comments

Name Watch 2020: Names for Boys that End with -s

Boy's names that end in the letter "s" are everywhere! At least it seems that way. Of course with James being perhaps the most popular boy's name of all time, you'd think that -s enders would be all over the charts. Not exactly. There's Lucas of course, coming in at #8 in 2018, but then you have to go all the way to #49 and classic Thomas before you see another boy's name that ends in -s. So why then, does it feel like we are seeing them everywhere? We are seeing these -s ending names trend into a few categories. Nature Names An earthy vibe is something we've long seen in naming, yet don't tend to find in the Top 100. Last year we predicted that we'd see some on the rise, yet these boho names still don't top the charts. Perhaps these -s ending nature names will move on up this year. Rivers Woods Brooks Parks Moss Waters Skies Banks Fields Surnames Last names first is a favorite of ours, and many of the names we...

Embracing Virtue and Trend: The Rise of Socially Inspired Baby Names

Choosing the perfect name for your bundle of joy is a momentous task that requires careful consideration. While some parents opt for traditional names passed down through generations, others seek unique and meaningful monikers that reflect the values they hold dear. In recent years, a fascinating trend has emerged, blending virtue, gender neutrality, and socially inspired elements to create a new wave of trendy and impactful names. Let's explore the exciting world of baby names that make a powerful statement and radiate positivity. Gender-Neutral Names with Impact In today's world, gender neutrality is gaining momentum, breaking free from traditional norms and allowing children to define their own identities. Names like Legend and Rise are prime examples of this movement. They transcend traditional gender boundaries and empower children to become the heroes of their own stories. These names are both bold and inspirational, symbolizing strength, resilience, and a determinatio...

Honor Names

We have a gal in the family named Kenzie, and recall that her parents were asked many times after the name announcement, "it's just Kenzie?" Friends and family considering it an invented name, or version of the top 100 at the time, MacKenzie. We recently posted the name Kenzie on our instagram feed. A follower commented that she had the name on her list because her dad was (Ken)neth and her mother was Mit(zie). We thought, brilliant! We also know of a sweet little girl with the middle name Jack! Adore. It got us thinking, what are the ways that you can pay tribute to someone when naming your baby? As we worked on this idea, we saw an extended family member post that her brother Jonathan had a baby girl this week and named her Johnna. Dad's Name for Daughter One of our favorite stories is of a loved one we know, Stephanie Leah who is named after her father, Stephen Lee. Female versions of male names are playful and make for such a fabulous honor name. It doesn...

Mom and the Pie

Search This Blog