There’s no point that JK Rowling’s Harry Potter series is one of THE most iconic book franchises of all time.

So it makes sense that fans of the magical wizarding tales might look to their favourite characters for baby name inspiration.

Whether you’re expecting a baby boy or a baby girl, we’ve looked out our favourite 52 names from the books, as well as their magical meanings.

Would you be tempted to choose one for your little one?

## Harry Potter baby names: Top 26 baby boy names - and their meanings

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## Harry Potter baby names: Top 26 baby girl names - and their meanings

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We’ve looked out the best Harry Potter inspired baby names (and their meanings) for you - and there’s not a Slytherin in sight!


Baby name inspiration: Top 52 Harry Potter baby names – and their magical meanings

We’ve looked out the best Harry Potter inspired baby names (and their meanings) for you - and there’s not a Slytherin in sight!

Harry Potter baby names: Top 26 baby boy names - and their meanings

Harry Potter baby names: Top 26 baby girl names - and their meanings