Main Character Vibes
If you want a name that gives off main character vibes, why not use actual main characters as the inspiration? With that in mind, here are 20 uniquely heroic names inspired by everything from Pokémon to Zelda to Final Fantasy and more.
1. Dante
If you want a name that sounds super cool but is also relatively normal, then Dante is a solid choice. Lots of people have this name, but not everyone's name is inspired from the stylish demon hunter lead of the Devil May Cry series.
2. Tifa
Everyone’s favorite girl from the Final Fantasy series, Tifa Lockhart has a lot going for her. Not only is she one of the main heroines, but she’s a skilled martial artist with a heart of gold. A name like this is sure to inspire strength in your own little heroine.
3. Ezio
Most Assassin’s Creed fans will admit that Ezio is the most popular character from the series. Hailing from Renaissance Italy, Ezio has equal parts class and capability, making this a great name.
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4. Zelda
One of the most iconic characters in all of video games is none other than Princess Zelda herself. From The Legend of Zelda series, this powerful princess rules Hyrule and has become more of a main protagonist in recent iterations.
5. Cloud
While Cloud may be a strange name, in this modern world, lots of kids have unusual names. So don’t be afraid to be unique and name your son after the protagonist of Final Fantasy! For context, Cloud is a brooding lead, the one with the spiky hair and huge sword.
6. Samus
Do you remember how surprised Metroid fans were when they learned Samus was a girl? Welp, this space bounty hunter is as capable as any other protagonist. Known for her iconic power suit and clever tactics, this name is sure to inspire.
7. Link
If you are a fan of Zelda and want a boy’s name instead, then Link is the obvious choice. He is the courageous hero who, time after time, does everything in his power to save Hyrule and aid his princess.
8. Rosalina
If you’d prefer a cute and feminine name to suit your own little princess, then look no further than Rosalina. A bit more approachable than Peach, Rosalina is a cosmic guardian in her own right and has a mystical vibe fans adore.
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9. Mario
Mario is a pretty common name, so you can use this without raising any eyebrows—that is, unless you want to. Mario, of course, is the protagonist of the Super Mario series and is known for his cheery personality and antics.
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10. Zora
While Zora isn’t the name of any one character, it’s still a subtle nod to The Legend of Zelda series. Zora refers to the aquatic species in the Zelda universe, and it sounds as graceful as the creatures themselves are.
11. Sora
Zora and Sora go hand-in-hand, but in terms of inspiration, Sora is technically inspired by a boy’s name. To provide background, Sora is the cheerful lead of the Kingdom Hearts series and might be a fun name to choose if you want to pay homage to Disney.
12. Ciri
Ciri isn’t a super common name, but it isn’t all that out-there either. Regardless, this name is inspired by Ciri from The Witcher series, who is a strong heroine with mystical powers. Plus, if your daughter’s name is Ciri, others might fear you as much as they would Geralt.
13. Arthur
Red Dead Redemption 2 is considered one of the best story games out there, and for good reason. If you want to pay homage to all that Arthur Morgan has done, then this might be a sincere way to do exactly that.
14. Ellie
If you want a relatively normal name, then Ellie is pretty common. Of course, you can tell people that it’s inspired by the protagonist of The Last of Us. This story-driven game about surviving the apocalypse is so popular that it even spawned a TV show.
15. Revali
The world of Zelda is full of amazing names, and Revali is another one that comes to mind. It’s certainly unique, and fellow nerds will certainly recognize the reference. However, just be ready for the ravioli jokes.
16. Lara
Most old-school gamers (and even modern ones) fondly remember Lara Croft. The iconic archaeologist, adventurer, and Tomb Raider sparked an incredible series of games—and not to mention movies.
17. Ash
If you want your son to grow up to be the very best that ever was, then consider the name Ash! Obviously, this name stems from Pokémon and works for either gender too.
18. Cortana
If you do want to be unique and out-there with your name choice, then consider Cortana. This name stems from the Halo series, where Cortana is an artificial intelligence that helps drive the story and support major characters.
19. Raiden
There are certainly plenty of names to choose from when it comes to the Mortal Kombat series, but Raiden might be the coolest. Plus, you probably don’t want to go around calling your kid Scorpion or Sub-Zero.
20, Jill
Jill Valentine is the most iconic character to come from the Resident Evil story. Not only is she a capable operative, but she can pretty much survive anything the world throws at her—including zombie outbreaks.
