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 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”).
Lily
As in, Harry’s mom mum.
Amelia
This witch from the Ministry of Magic was known for being fair and just.
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).
Harry
Obviously.
Hermione
Will probably be ridiculously clever.
James
Strong (just like Harry’s dad).
Colin
Part of Dumbledore's Army.
Minerva
If your baby girl has even half of Professor McGonagall’s wisdom, she’ll be the smartest muggle around.
Ron
Short for Ronald.
Sybill
The name of Hogwarts’ quirkiest professor.
Albus
For a wise, old soul.
Amos
Named after Cedric Diggory’s dad.
Ariana
Grande, Dumbledore, whatever.
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