Harry Potter Name Generator

In the Harry Potter universe, names reflect a deeper meaning. Harry’s means “ruler,” which nods to his leadership at Hogwarts. Ron’s name means “friend or counsel of the ruler,” because of his close bond with Harry. Minerva McGonagall's name means “brave” and “intellectual,” and if you're a fan of the books, you know that's a perfect description for her. Finally, Remus Lupin’s last name literally means “wolf”—which is a pretty straightforward reference! So any budding witch or wizard needs a name that suits them: their essence, their personality, and their role in a bigger story. Let’s dig a little deeper…

What’s your Hogwarts house? Surely, you know the houses well already! Slytherin is for cunning, ambitious leaders. Ravenclaws are witty and curious lifelong learners. Hufflepuffs are kind, good-natured, fair, and hardworking. And finally, Gryffindor: the brave, loyal, and determined adventurers of Hogwarts. Knowing the house of your witch or wizard is an important place to start in order to eventually zero in on a meaningful name.

What 5 qualities best describe your witch or wizard? Not all witches and wizards within a house are the same, not by a long shot! Take Hermione and Ron, for example—they’re both Gryffindors, but while Hermione is studious and disciplined, Ron tends to color outside of the lines. Maybe your witch or wizard is unique for their house; for example, a brave, humanitarian witch could end up in Slytherin if her dreams are big enough! Brainstorm 5 key qualities that best describe the witch or wizard you have in mind, because these can be key to unlocking the perfect name. You might decide that your wizard is a clever, intellectual Ravenclaw, but who could also be described as: funny, extroverted, disorganized, confident, and a natural leader. Now, your character is really coming into focus. For instance, the name "Lola" means "leader," which could be a strong pick for this particular witch.

What’s your witch or wizard’s role—what makes them unique? Not all Harry Potter character’s names come from their personality. Some are connected to their role at school or within a larger story. They could also come from a special skill or secret identity. For example, say your witch or wizard brings about big change at Hogwarts. You could find a name that means “revolution,” like Devrim. Or maybe, they’re known for being the best singer at the school: you might find a name that means “beautiful voice,” like Euphonia. On the flip side, you might decide that your witch or wizard has some unusual experiences—they might be a werewolf, the center of a prophecy, or maybe they're a parseltongue. And these can all be translated into your name!

Would your name fit in at Hogwarts? Harry Potter names come from a variety of global origins, but generally, witches and wizards hold names that are a little retro. There’s a reason you don’t hear about Ashely or Jayden taking Defense Against The Dark Arts! As you’re considering a name that fits your character’s essence, storyline, and overall character, you should also make sure that the name fits into the HP universe. Anything that was popularized after about 1980 might sound a little off. Relatedly, witch and wizard names tend to be unique and fantasy-like in feel—anything you get from this generator will fit the bill!