Did you just add a furry (or not-so-furry) member to your family and now you're looking for Harry Potter inspired names for pets? Are you struggling to find the perfect name? Your pet will be with your for many years and you want a name that fits his personality, but it also something you like. Harry Potter is a great resource for fun and unique names for cats, dogs, birds or any other animal that you love.
Here are some really awesome Harry Potter inspired names for pets.
1 Hagrid
“Yer a wizard, Harry.” The wonderful, loveable Hagrid is one of the greatest characters that hails from Hogwarts. Compassionate and daring, Hagrid is one of the best Harry Potter inspired names for pets.
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2 Hedwig
I think this is a great name for a pet. It is, after all, the name Harry chose for his beloved Snowy Owl!
3 Harry
After the big cheese himself! This is a great name that is a not-so-subtle nod to your love of the series, but is also an average enough name that it’s not actually all that obvious (unless his middle name is Potter!)
4 Scabbers
Another pet name from the world of Harry and friends! Harry’s best friend Ron’s rat is named Scabbers, although he ends up not being such a good guy, t’s still a cute name and a nice nod to the franchise!
5 Sirius
The name of Harry’s beloved godfather is actually taken from the solar system! Sirius is one of the brightest stars in the sky, and also makes for a great name for the bright star in your life!
6 Padfoot
If you’re not digging Sirius, maybe the name that Sirius’s friends called him (in regards to his animal form) would be more fitting for your new friend!
7 Remus
After another one of Harry’s father figures, the name Remus is actually taken from Roman mythology and refers to the founders of Rome! This is a perfect name for the Harry Potter fan who also loves mythology and other stories.
8 Ginny
Ginny is another great name that isn’t obviously related to Harry Potter. Perfect for a fiercely independent pet, as Ginny’s personality is as fiery and untamed as her red hair.
9 Luna
Another great female name for an independent lady. Luna is a bit spazzy, but fiercely loyal, intelligent, and fearlessly confident in herself, no matter what others think of her. Luna is also just a great name in general!
10 Seamus
Although not a big character in the series (and unlucky when it comes to magic and explosions), Seamus is good guy and an awesome Irish name, too!
11 Albus
Albus Dumbledore is known as one of the greatest and most powerful wizards in the world. Albus is a fitting name for the greatest pet in the world!
12 Gilderoy
A unique name after the Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher in “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets”. While Gilderoy Lockhart isn’t someone you want to emulate, he does have a cool name!
13 Ron
This is a simple name and Harry’s best friend. With his fierce loyalty and humorous side, I think we can all agree that we all want Ron as a friend!
14 Fred and/or George
Ron’s older twin brothers, Fred and George are two of the most beloved characters in the Harry Potter books and movies. Funny and inventive, they are both worthy namesakes of a pet!
15 Newt
After the master of the magical menagerie himself! We got to know Newt Scamander in the newest installation of the Harry Potter movies, “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them”. Who is a better namesake for your fantastic beast than the wizard who wrote the book on them?
16 Severus
Severus Snape is probably the most controversial character in the Harry Potter series. But if you’re on #TeamSnape, why not name your pet after the head of Slytherin house?
17 Draco
Draco Malfoy is another great Slytherin to name your pet after. Draco means ‘dragon’ in Latin, so save this one for an especially fiery friend!
18 Hermione
Hermione is arguably the greatest character of the entire series. Smart, brave, loyal, caring and ambitious, she is the epitome of girl power! I think Hermione is a fitting name for a sassy little lady.
19 Tonks
Tonks is another awesome lady. She’s stubborn and independent, and a crucial member of The Order of the Phoenix. She also has the ability to change her appearance at will, which is pretty awesome.
20 Minerva
Professor Minerva McGonagall is one of my personal favorite characters. Her exterior may be tough and strict, but she’s really a softy who cares about her students more than anything. She’s also an extremely talented and respected witch, which makes her a perfect pet namesake.
21 Molly
Molly Weasley is one of the most overlooked characters. She not only raised seven bright and courageous children (a sign of her great parenting), but she herself is a very bright and courageous witch, being the one who ultimately kills Bellatrix Lestrange. She also is the mother that Harry never had and never shies away from taking another child under her wing.
22 Cedric
Poor Cedric. We were only getting to know him when he was the first traumatic character death in “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire”. We do know he was a brave and strong wizard and that his legacy lives on in the wizarding world.
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Cedric's name symbolizes nobility and honor, making it an ideal choice for a pet with a dignified demeanor. If you have a cat or dog that carries themselves with a particular grace or stands out among their peers with a kind and gallant spirit, then naming them Cedric would certainly capture that essence. It serves as a subtle tribute to a character whose valor left a lasting impact on fans of the series. A pet named Cedric might just encourage you to see the magic in everyday loyalty and friendship.
23 Norbert
Norbert is the name of the dragon that Hagrid adopts in the very first book. One of the very first pets of Hogwarts we met, his reign was short lived.
24 Crookshanks
Crookshanks is the name of Hermione’s cat introduced in “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban”. He is a smart and cunning cat, and is more observant and knowledgeable than one may expect a cat to be!
25 Bellatrix
For those who are on the Dark Side, Bellatrix is an ideal name for a pet. As one of the Dark Lord’s most loyal followers, she makes bad look good.
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Just like the Harry Potter character, a pet named Bellatrix may exhibit a fierce and intense personality. This might be the perfect match if your furry companion has a bit of an edge or a sassy streak. Bellatrix inspires respect and a touch of awe, and let's not forget, it's also the name of a star, adding some celestial magic to the mix. Ideal for a black cat or a sleek, majestic dog, Bellatrix is for pets that carry a certain mystique and charm that's impossible to ignore.
26 Neville
Neville Longbottom is the ultimate underdog. He is also the origin of the term “Longbottoming”, which is basically the glow-up everyone wants. He’s a good friend and really comes into his skin, and any pet would be lucky to be named after him.
27 Fluffy
Last but not least is Fluffy! Fluffy is the name of the three headed dog that guards the sorcerer’s stone in “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone." What a great nod to the book that started the magic.
