150 Iconic Video Game Names for Boys

As the gaming industry continues to grow and evolve, so do the naming trends within it. From popular games like Fortnite and Overwatch to classic franchises like The Legend of Zelda and Final Fantasy, there is no shortage of inspiration for video game-inspired names.

In recent years, we have seen a rise in parents giving their sons names inspired by characters from these games. This trend not only showcases the impact that gaming has on pop culture but also highlights the importance of representation in media. With diverse and complex characters being introduced in games, there are now more options for parents looking for unique and meaningful names for their children.

Let's take a closer look at some classic and popular video games with strong male characters that can offer unique name options for parents!

Video Game Names for Your Little Gamer Boy

The gaming industry has given us countless iconic characters whose names have left an indelible mark on pop culture. These names not only reflect the characters' traits but also offer a glimpse into the rich narratives and worlds they inhabit.

1. Abnur - Elder Scrolls Online, meaning "strength" and "wisdom." Represents intelligence and leadership.
2. Aiden - Watch Dogs, meaning "little fire." Signifies intelligence and determination.
3. AJ - The Walking Dead, meaning "warrior." Embodies survival and determination.
4. Alex - Prototype, meaning "defender." Symbolizes power and adaptability.
5. Alexander - The Sims, meaning "defender of men." Represents intelligence and charm.
6. Alexios - Assassin's Creed Odyssey, meaning "defender of men." Representing bravery and adventure.
7. Alistair - Dragon Age Inquisition, meaning "defender of the people." Embodies leadership and loyalty.
8. Altair - Assassin's Creed, meaning "the flyer." Represents agility and intelligence.
9. Alucard - Castlevania, meaning "son of Dracula." Represents mystery and strength.
10. Alvin - Tales of Xillia, meaning "noble friend." Symbolizes loyalty and courage.
11. Alyn - Kingdoms of Amalur, meaning "little rock, peaceful." Represents strength and loyalty.
12. Anders - Dragon Age Origins, meaning "manly" or "brave." Represents justice and compassion.
13. Arne - Half-Life: Alyx, meaning "eagle". Represents resilience and resourcefulness.
14. Arthur - Red Dead Redemption II, meaning "bear." Symbolizes honor and toughness.
15. Ash - Pokémon, meaning "happy" or "blessed." Represents determination and friendship.
16. Atreus - God of War: Ragnarok, meaning "fearless." Represents curiosity, bravery, and the journey of self-discovery.
17. Axton - Borderlands 2, meaning "sword stone." Represents strategy and perseverance.
18. Barret - Final Fantasy VII, meaning "bear strength." Embodies power and protection.
19. Bastion - Overwatch, meaning "fortress." Represents protection and defense.
20. Bayek - Assassin's Creed Origins, meaning "eagle." Signifies vision and leadership.
21. Bigby - The Wolf Among Us, meaning "great wolf." Embodies strength and loyalty.
22. Booker - BioShock Infinite, meaning "scribe." Represents courage and redemption.
23. Bruce - Batman: Arkham City, meaning "from the brushwood thicket." Embodies justice and determination.
24. Buck - Halo, meaning "male deer." Represents experience and determination.
25. Chrono - Chrono Trigger, meaning "time." Symbolizes adventure and destiny.
26. Cid - Final Fantasy, meaning "lord." Represents wisdom and leadership.
27. Cloud - Final Fantasy VII, meaning "visible mass of condensed water vapor." Symbolizes mystery and depth.
28. Cole - Infamous, meaning "victory of the people." Represents power and moral conflict.
29. Connor - Detroit: Become Human, meaning "lover of hounds." Represents determination and a quest for understanding.
30. Corin - Fire Emblem, meaning "spear." Embodies strength and protection.
31. Corvo - Dishonored, meaning "crow." Symbolizes stealth and vengeance.
32. Dani - Far Cry 6, meaning "God is my judge." Symbolizes resilience and rebellion.
33. Dante - Devil May Cry, meaning "enduring." Represents rebellion and skill.
34. Daxter - Jak and Daxter, meaning "warrior." Embodies humor and agility.
35. Deckard - Diablo, meaning "hardy" or "strong." Represents wisdom and mentorship.
36. Del - Gears of War 4, meaning "of the sea." Represents loyalty and bravery.
37. Duke - Duke Nukem, meaning "leader." Embodies strength and confidence.
38. Edward - System Shock, meaning "wealthy guardian." Represents intelligence and resilience.
39. Eivor - Assassin's Creed Valhalla, meaning "gift of the island." Represents courage and adventure.
40. Ellis - Left 4 Dead 2, meaning "benevolent." Represents loyalty and resilience.
41. Ethan - Resident Evil Village, meaning "firm" or "strong." Embodies resilience and determination.
42. Ezio - Assassin's Creed, meaning "eagle." Signifies vision and leadership.
43. Ezra - Assassin's Creed, meaning "helpful." Represents wisdom and support.
44. Fox - Star Fox, meaning "fox." Signifies agility and bravery.
45. Frank - Dead Rising, meaning "free." Signifies bravery and resourcefulness.
46. Freddy - Five Nights at Freddy's, meaning "peaceful ruler." Represents mystery and fear.
47. Fritz - Bionic Commando, meaning “peaceful ruler.” Represents loyalty and expertise.
48. Gale - The Legend of Zelda, meaning "strong wind." Represents power and freedom.
49. Garrett - Thief, meaning "spear strength." Represents stealth and cunning.
50. Garrus - Mass Effect, meaning "brave with a spear." Symbolizes loyalty and strength.
51. Gary - Pokémon Red and Blue, meaning "spear." Embodies rivalry and determination.
52. Gehrman - Bloodborne, meaning "spear-man." Signifies wisdom and strength.
53. Geralt - The Witcher, meaning "ruler with a spear." A name associated with wisdom and bravery.
54. Gibraltar - Apex Legends, meaning "stronghold." Represents strength and protectiveness.
55. Godrick - Elden Ring, meaning "God's strength." Embodies power and ambition.
56. Gordon - Half-Life, meaning "spacious fort." Embodies intelligence and resilience.
57. Harry - Disco Elysium, meaning "army ruler." Represents complexity and redemption.
58. Hawke - Dragon Age 2, meaning "hawk." Represents leadership and bravery.
59. Herman - Monkey Island, meaning "army man." Represents wisdom and eccentricity.
60. Hunter - Bloodborne, meaning "one who hunts." Symbolizes bravery and skill.
61. Ike - Super Smash Bros., meaning "one who laughs." Embodies strength and a sense of justice.
62. Irving - Splinter Cell: Blacklist, meaning "sea friend." Embodies strategy and expertise.
63. Isaac - Dead Space, meaning "laughter." A name that signifies survival and ingenuity.
64. Jack - Bioshock, meaning "God is gracious." Represents survival and determination.
65. Jacob - Rise of the Tomb Raider, meaning "supplanter." Represents wisdom and leadership.
66. Jak - Jak and Daxter, meaning "supplanter." Signifies bravery and adventure.
67. James - GoldenEye 007, meaning "supplanter." Represents charisma and skill.
68. Jason - Friday the 13th, meaning "healer." Represents terror and strength.
69. Jax - Mortal Kombat, meaning "God has been gracious." Embodies strength and fortitude.
70. Jin - Ghost of Tsushima, meaning "benevolence." A name that signifies honor and bravery.
71. Joel - The Last of Us, meaning "Yahweh is God." A name signifying strength and protection.
72. John - Red Dead Redemption, meaning "Yahweh is gracious." Represents redemption and survival.
73. Johnny - Stardew Valley, meaning "God is gracious." Symbolizes resilience and kindness.
74. Joker - Persona 5, meaning "trickster." Signifies intelligence and rebellion.
75. Jonesy - Fortnite, meaning "God is gracious." Represents adaptability and determination.
76. Joseph - Far Cry 5, meaning "God will add." Embodies charisma and conviction.
77. Kano - Mortal Kombat, meaning "wild." Represents cunning and ruthlessness.
78. Kirby - Kirby, meaning "church settlement." A name signifying strength and versatility.
79. Kratos - God of War, meaning "strength." Represents power and determination.
80. Leon - Resident Evil, meaning "lion." Embodies bravery and strength.
81. Link - The Legend of Zelda, meaning "to connect." An embodiment of courage and adventure.
82. Luigi - Mario Series, meaning "renowned warrior." Represents loyalty and bravery.
83. Luka - Bayonetta, meaning "bringer of light." Represents determination and curiosity.
84. Manny - Grim Fandango, meaning "God is with us." Represents determination and wit.
85. Marcus - Gears of War, meaning "warlike." A name that signifies strength and resilience.
86. Markus - Detroit: Become Human, meaning "dedicated to Mars." Represents leadership and the fight for freedom.
87. Mario - Super Mario, meaning "warlike." A name synonymous with fun and resilience.
88. Matt - Wii Sports, meaning "gift of God." Represents confidence and athleticism.
89. Max - Mad Max, meaning "greatest." Embodies survival and resilience.
90. Maxwell - Scribblenauts, meaning "great stream." Embodies creativity and intelligence.
91. Miles - Spider-Man: Miles Morales, meaning "merciful" or "gracious". Embodies bravery and compassion.
92. Minsc - Baldur's Gate, meaning "protector." Embodies bravery and loyalty.
93. Mordecai - Borderlands, meaning "warrior." Embodies precision and independence.
94. Nathan - Uncharted, meaning "gift from God." Embodies exploration and curiosity.
95. Nerevar - The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind, meaning "light." Embodies heroism and destiny.
96. Ness - EarthBound, meaning "miracle." Represents bravery and the power of friendship.
97. Nick - Fallout 4, meaning "victory of the people." Represents loyalty and resilience.
98. Nier - Nier: Automata, meaning "near." Symbolizes mystery and depth.
99. Niko - Grand Theft Auto IV, meaning "victorious people." Represents determination and resourcefulness.
100. Ori - Ori and the Blind Forest, meaning "light." Symbolizes purity and determination.
101. Owen - The Last of Us Part 2, meaning "young warrior" or "well-born." Represents complexity and redemption.
102. Phoenix - Ace Attorney, meaning "rebirth." Signifies justice and determination.
103. Quirrel - Hollow Knight, meaning "squirrel." Represents curiosity and wisdom.
104. Ragnar - Vikings: Wolves of Midgard, meaning "warrior from the Gods." Embodies strength and leadership.
105. Raiden - Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty, meaning "thunder and lightning." Symbolizes transformation and agility.
106. Ralph - Wreck-It Ralph, meaning "wolf counsel." Embodies strength and loyalty.
107. Randy - EarthBound, meaning "shield wolf." Represents loyalty and courage.
108. Raymond - Animal Crossing: New Horizons, meaning "wise protector." Represents intelligence and charisma.
109. Reinhardt - Overwatch, meaning "brave counsel" or "strong advisor." Represents honor and valor.
110. Ren - Persona 5, meaning "purity and beauty." Represents rebellion and leadership.
111. Richter - Castlevania, meaning "judge." Embodies strength and determination.
112. Rico - Just Cause, meaning "brave ruler." Embodies courage and leadership.
113. Riku - Kingdom Hearts, meaning "dominant ruler." Symbolizes strength and inner conflict.
114. Rost - Horizon Zero Dawn, meaning "battle cry." Embodies strength and mentorship.
115. Roxas - Kingdom Hearts II, meaning "light." Embodies confusion and identity.
116. Ryu - Street Fighter, meaning "dragon." A representation of strength and honor.
117. Sam - Death Stranding, meaning "heard by God." Embodies connection and survival.
118. Samuel - DOOM, meaning "God has heard." Represents intelligence and leadership.
119. Samus - Metroid, while the character is often perceived as female, it is notable that in some earlier promotional materials, Samus was ambiguously gendered. The name Samus means "reward" and represents courage and resilience.
120. Sans - Undertale, meaning "without." Embodies humor and mystery.
121. Sean - Heavy Rain, meaning "God is gracious." Represents innocence and the center of a father's quest.
122. Shepard - Mass Effect, meaning "guardian." Represents leadership and sacrifice.
123. Shulk - Xenoblade Chronicles, meaning "blessing." Represents destiny and determination.
124. Simon - Castlevania, meaning "he has heard." Signifies strength and faith.
125. Sly - Sly Cooper, meaning "cunning." Represents agility and intelligence.
126. Solaire - Dark Souls, meaning "of the sun." Represents optimism and unwavering faith.
127. Sonic - Sonic the Hedgehog, meaning "pertaining to sound." Represents speed and agility.
128. Sora - Kingdom Hearts, meaning "sky." Represents optimism and courage.
129. Spyro - Spyro the Dragon, meaning "dragon." Embodies adventure and curiosity.
130. Steve - Minecraft, meaning "crown" or "garland." Represents creativity and resilience.
131. Sullivan - Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, meaning "dark-eyed." Represents loyalty and experience.
132. Tai - Titanfall, meaning "great extreme." Represents strength and resilience.
133. Terra - Kingdom Hearts: Birth by Sleep, meaning "earth." Represents strength and the struggle between light and darkness.
134. Thane - Mass Effect 2, meaning "attendant warrior" or "knight." Represents redemption and honor.
135. Thrall - World of Warcraft, meaning "enslaved person." Represents leadership and redemption.
136. Tommy - The Last of Us, meaning "twin." Signifies loyalty and resilience.
137. Tony - Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 2, meaning "priceless one." Represents skill and perseverance.
138. Travis - No More Heroes, meaning "crossroads." Symbolizes adventure and determination.
139. Trevor - Grand Theft Auto V, meaning "large settlement." Represents chaos and unpredictability.
140. Ulfric - The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, meaning "wolf ruler." Represents leadership and rebellion.
141. V - Cyberpunk 2077, meaning "five." Symbolizes versatility and rebellion.
142. Vaas - Far Cry 3, meaning "sublime." Represents chaos and intensity.
143. Varl - Horizon Forbidden West, meaning "protector." Embodies loyalty and bravery.
144. Vince - Punch-Out!!, meaning "conquering." Signifies strength and determination.
145. Vito - Mafia II, meaning "life." Embodies resilience and loyalty.
146. Waluigi - Mario Party, a combination of "warui", meaning "bad", and the name "Luigi." Embodies competitiveness and cunning.
147. Wander - Shadow of the Colossus, meaning "to roam." Represents determination and sacrifice.
148. Warren - Life is Strange, meaning "park keeper." Represents intelligence and loyalty.
149. Wheatley - Portal 2, meaning "small field." Represents humor and ambition.
150. William "B.J." - Wolfenstein, meaning "resolute protection." Signifies bravery and determination.

The Power of a Name in Gaming and Life

In both gaming and real life, names hold immense power. They define characters, shape perceptions, and foster a sense of belonging within communities. In the gaming world, a character's name can become iconic, embodying their personality, strengths, and story. Similarly, a child's name is a reflection of their identity and can significantly influence their interactions and relationships as they grow.

For gaming enthusiasts, choosing a video game-inspired name for your son is a way to honor your passion while giving your child a unique and meaningful identity. Whether it’s the bravery of a hero or the cunning of a strategist, these names carry a legacy that transcends the screen.

Embracing Your Favorite Character’s Name

Choosing a name from your favorite video game may seem like an unconventional choice, but it can be a special way to connect with your child and honor the impact that gaming has had on your life. These names not only hold personal significance for you but also carry elements of strength, courage, and resilience that can inspire your child as they grow.

In the end, the power of a name lies in its ability to shape one's identity and leave a lasting impression. Whether it's a character from a beloved video game or a family name passed down through generations, choosing the perfect name for your son is an important and enjoyable task!

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