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17 ‘Harry Potter'-Inspired Baby Names That Are Straight-Up Magical

Still waiting for your Hogwarts acceptance letter? (Us, too.) Hey, maybe your baby will have better luck. Here, 17 uncommon baby names that are perfect for your little witch or wizard.

 

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Poppy

Aka Madam Pomfrey, the school nurse at Hogwarts.


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Dean

Named after a Gryffindor student (and also the Old English word for “valley”).

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Lily

As in, Harry’s mom mum.

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Amelia

This witch from the Ministry of Magic was known for being fair and just.

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Orion

Adorable for a boy or girl.

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Fleur

Means “flower” in French. 


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Arthur

For a kind and curious fellow (like Mr. Weasley himself).  

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Harry

Obviously.  

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Hermione

Will probably be ridiculously clever.

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James

Strong (just like Harry’s dad).

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Colin

Part of Dumbledore's Army.

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Minerva

If your baby girl has even half of Professor McGonagall’s wisdom, she’ll be the smartest muggle around.

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Ron

Short for Ronald.

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Sybill

The name of Hogwarts’ quirkiest professor.

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Albus

For a wise, old soul.

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Amos

Named after Cedric Diggory’s dad.

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Ariana

Grande, Dumbledore, whatever.



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