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Still, waiting for your Hogwarts acceptance letter? (Us, too.) Hey, maybe your baby will have better luck.
Here, are 17 Harry Potter-Inspired Baby Names that are perfect for your little witch or wizard.
POPPY
Aka Madame Pomfrey, the school nurse at Hogwarts.
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DEAN
Named after a Gryffindor student (and also the Old English word for “valley”).
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LILY
As in, Harry’s mom’s mum.
AMELIA
This witch from the Ministry of Magic was known for being fair and just.
ORION
Adorable for a boy or girl.
FLEUR
Means “flower” in French
ARTHUR
For a kind and curious fellow (like Mr. Weasley himself).
HARRY
HERMIONE
Will probably be ridiculously clever.
JAMES
Strong (just like Harry’s dad).
COLIN
Part of Dumbledore’s Army.
MINERVA
If your baby girl has even half of Professor McGonagall’s wisdom, she’ll be the smartest muggle around.
RON
Short for Ronald.
SYBILL
The name of Hogwarts’ quirkiest professor.
ALBUS
For a wise, old soul.
AMOS
Named after Cedric Diggory’s dad.
ARIANA
Grande, Dumbledore, whatever.
So, which Harry Potter character would you name your baby after?