Names From The Land Of Thedras
For nerdy parents-to-be, finding a name that both pays homage to your passions and doesn't stand out too much on attendance lists. While some fantasy names like Galadriel or Sephiroth may sound cool, other kids on the playground may see them as an opportunity for taunting. Luckily, the Dragon Age games have plenty of cool names for new additions to the family.
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1. Josephine
The heir to one of Antiva's noble families, Josephine Motilyet is well-educated in diplomacy and etiquette. In addition to being one of the Inquisitor's advisors in Dragon Age: Inquisition, she is also a love interest. Josephine is a variant of the Hebrew name Joseph, meaning "he will increase".
2. Silas
Not to be confused with Solas in Inquisition, Silas Corthwaite only makes a single appearance in Dragon Age. In the DLC for Origins, Leliana's Song, Silas is a rebel solider and one of Leliana's companions. Silas is a Latin name that means "wood" or "forest".
3. Cassandra
The "Right Hand" of the divine, Cassandra Pentaghast is a Seeker or Truth and a powerful authority figure. Cassandra first appeared in Dragon Age II as part of the framing device; in Inquisition, she is upgraded to a party member and potential love interest. The etymology of Cassandra is unclear, being linked to Greek Mythology.
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4. Scout
If we're being pedantic, Scout Harding in Inquisition was named Lace to inspire her towards a life of dainty femininity. However, anyone who's played Inquisition knows that Harding chose a much different path. Scout is a profession-inspired job meaning, well, to scout!
5. Leliana
The first party member from Dragon Age: Origins we will encounter on this list, Leliana is a bard, spymaster, and assassin. Leliana was so well received by fans that led her own prequel DLC, Leliana's Song. Leliana's name is derived from the lily flower, which represents purity.
6. Cory
While Corypheus, the big Bad of Inquisition, may not have a name that rolls off the tongue, it can easily be shortened to Cory. Corpheus is an elder darkspawn, the Conductor of the Choir of Silence. As for a more manageable nickname, Cory is a unisex name that can mean either "maiden" or "in a cauldron".
7. Sera
One of the most divisive characters in the entire franchise, Sera is an elven companion in DA:I. With her unconventional appearance, abrasive personality, and crude jokes, Sera is definitely an acquired taste for some players, though she has devoted fans. Sera is an alternate spelling of the Hebrew name Sarah, meaning "princess."
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8. Cole
A major character in Inquisition, Cole is an spiritual assassin with an uncertain agenda. Despite telling his victims to "look into his eyes", Cole's name is not linked to his eyes, which are icy blue rather than black as coal. Cole is a Middle English name which means "swarthy" or "coal-black"
9. Vivienne
Vivienne isn't just one of Dragon Age's biggest fashion icon, she's also a savvy enchantress. Even before Inquisition released, Vivienne was a favorite character for her extravagance and sardonic wit. Vivienne is a French name related to the Latin word for "alive".
10. Cullen
A Fereldan Templar, Cullen Rutherford first appears in Dragon Age: Origins and reappears throughout the series. In fact, Cullen was so popular among fans that he was given an expanded role in Inquisition, where he was elevated to the statue of love interest. Cullen is an Irish name meaning "young hound" or "handsome one".
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11. Morrigan
A conniving sorceress, Morrigan is one of the Warden's companions in DA:O. As a Witch of the Wilds, Morrigan is enormously powerful in the arcane, particularly blood magic and shapeshifting. Fittingly, Morrigan shares a name with The Morrigan in Irish mythology, whose name means "phantom queen".
12. Carver
Rather than focusing on a single character, Dragon Age II expands its point of view to include the entire Hawke family. Carver is the player character's younger brother and feels an enormous amount of pressure being the only non-magical child in his family. Carver is another job-related name, referring to someone who carves.
13. Aveline
Aveline Vallen's storyline in DA2 starts off rough when her husband falls victim to the Darkspawn and must be put down. Throughout the course of the game, Aveline gets a second shot at love with Donnic, a guardsman who she commands. Aveline is related to the names Ava and Evelyn, meaning "hazelnut".
14. Anders
A controversial character, especially following his development in Dragon Age II, Anders is nonetheless one of the most memorable characters in the series. A mage on the run against the Templars, Anders' rebellious behavior contributed the the holy war in Inquisition. Anders is a Scandinavian name meaning "manly".
15. Merrill
Dalish Elf Merrill makes a brief appearance in Origins when she and her clan travel through Ferelden with the player character. Merrill becomes a love interest in the next game, helping the player to learn more about Dalish culture. Merrill is an English place name meaning "pleasant hill".
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16. Hawke
Who said name suggestions have to be restricted to NPCs? Hawke is the player character for DA2, the eldest child of a renegade mage, and an overall complex protagonist. Technically, this name could work for a child of any gender, though we think parents are likely to prefer it for boys.
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17. Isabela
Like a couple characters on this list, Isabela first appeared in Origins, where she taught dueling to the Warden, before being brought back in an expanded role in the next game. When her story starts, Isabela is a former pirate captain shipwrecked in Kirkwall. Isabela is a variant of Elizabeth, meaning "God is my oath".
18. Dorian
A powerful mage from the Tevinter Imperium, Dorian Pavus is one of the most complex characters in Inquisition. Dorian grapples with loving a country that does not love him back because he refuses to uphold corruption and religious zealotry. Dorian is an Ancient Greek name, meaning "child of the sea".
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19. Bethany
In Dragon Age II, Bethany is the other Hawke twin. A magic user, Bethany specializes in Force Magic, using telekinesis to protect her family from infernal enemies. Bethany is Hebrew name derived from the town near Jerusalem, meaning "House of figs".
20. Alistair
Alistair is one of the first main characters you meet in Dragon Age: Origins as well as one of the most beloved. Alistair a junior Grey Warden brought up as a Templar; his humble origins disguise noble lineage. Alistair is a Scottish Gaelic form of Alexander, meaning "defender of man".
