Baby names for boys and girls inspired by the movies
...and get inspiration for your baby's name!
- Looking for a baby name with a touch of Hollywood magic?
- Explore beautiful names inspired by unforgettable movie characters.
- From beloved classics to recent blockbusters, discover names that have captured parents' hearts.
Looking for the perfect baby name? The big screen has always been a fantastic source of inspiration. From timeless classics to modern blockbusters, memorable film characters have helped shape baby name trends for generations.
Some names become instant favourites after a film's release, while others enjoy a resurgence thanks to beloved characters. Whether you're drawn to elegant classics, adventurous heroes or strong female leads, there's plenty of inspiration to be found in cinema.
Recent years have seen names like Barbie, Elsa, Nala and Moana soar in popularity, while enduring favourites such as Leia, Harry, Luke and James continue to stand the test of time.
If you're searching for a name with a little Hollywood magic, here are some of our favourite movie-inspired baby names.
Girls
- Barbie (Barbie)
- Elsa (Frozen)
- Nala (The Lion King)
- Moana (Moana)
- Hermione (Harry Potter)
- Leia (Star Wars)
- Arwen (The Lord of the Rings)
- Matilda (Matilda)
- Scarlett (Gone with the Wind)
- Belle (Beauty and the Beast)
Boys
- Maverick (Top Gun: Maverick)
- Harry (Harry Potter)
- Luke (Star Wars)
- Logan (Logan)
- James (James Bond)
- Noah (The Notebook)
- Max (Mad Max)
- Ethan (Mission: Impossible)
- Miles (Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse)
- Simba (The Lion King)
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