Malus - Post Apocalyptic Dystopia Character Names
- Arti
- Ascelin
- Asena
- Aslan
- Aubin
- Aurora
- Bastian
Origin:
Diminutive of Sebastian, Latin from GreekMeaning:
"man of Sebastia"Description:
In Spanish cultures, and spelled either Bastian or Bastien, this is a fairly common nickname name. The German fantasy children's book The Neverending Story features a young boy character called Bastian Balthlazar Bux, and it has also been seen in several screen versions.
- Baxter
Origin:
English occupational nameMeaning:
"baker"Description:
An x makes any name cooler, so that Baxter has a bit more pizzazz than the original Baker. Baxter had some currency as a first name a century ago--it was on the popularity lists sporadically from 1880 till the 1920s, peaking at Number 515 in 1886-- which means it's just about due for a comeback. And we can see Bax as a worthy follow-up to Max and Jax.
- Benji
Origin:
Diminutive of BenjaminDescription:
Benji is undeniably cute, much in the way of a — yes, an adorable movie mutt. Ben is the handsome traditional short form of Benjamin, but Benji makes a more unexpected nickname
- Blade
Origin:
Word nameDescription:
One of the new crop of boys' names that manage to be unconventional and macho at the same time — though Blade verges on the threatening.
- Blaine
Origin:
Irish and ScottishMeaning:
"yellow"Description:
Attractive Scottish and Irish surname name of a seventh-century saint, associated with the illusionist and escape artist David Blaine.
- Blayze
Description:
Blayze is a modern masculine name that represents a creative spelling variation of 'blaze.' Derived from the English word referring to a bright flame or fire, Blayze evokes imagery of intensity, energy, and brilliance. This contemporary name gained modest recognition in the early 2000s as part of the trend toward names with unusual spellings and powerful meanings. The distinctive 'y' spelling gives the name a unique visual appeal while maintaining its strong phonetic impact. Blayze carries connotations of passion, determination, and dynamic energy, making it appealing to parents seeking a bold, modern choice for their sons. Though still relatively uncommon, the name has gradually increased in usage, particularly in the United States, attracting parents drawn to its combination of familiar sound and unconventional spelling.
- Blue
Origin:
Color nameDescription:
Blue suddenly came into the spotlight, as the unusual color name chosen by Beyonce and Jay-Z for their baby girl Blue Ivy. Blue is also a starbaby middle name du jour, used for both sexes in different spellings and forms, from John Travolta and Kelly Preston's Ella Bleu to Alicia Silverstone's Bear Blu. Dave 'The Edge' Evans named his daughter Blue Angel back in 1989.
- Brendan
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"prince"Description:
According to Irish legend, Saint Brendan the Voyager was the first European to touch American soil, and his name has been established here for decades, peaking in the late 1990s.
- Briella
Origin:
Short form of GabriellaMeaning:
"God is my strength"Description:
If you feel, as many parents do, that Gabby or Gabi is too harsh a short form for the mellifluous name Gabriella, try Brie, Brielle, or Briella.
- Briar-Rose
- Byern
- Cabe
Origin:
Short form of Cabot, Cable, or CabelDescription:
You don't need to choose the longer form of this unusual name to arrive at Cabe, brother of Gabe and Abe. This earthy, unusual, friendly nickname-name was given to a handful of boys last year and can make an intriguing choice. But be warned: It will forever be mistaken, at least at first hearing, for the more familiar Gabe.
- Cadyn
Description:
Cadyn is a modern masculine name that emerged in the late 20th century as part of the trend toward creative spellings and surname-inspired first names. It likely developed as a variation of Caden, which itself derives from an Irish surname meaning 'spirit of battle' or from the Welsh element 'cad' meaning 'battle.' The distinctive 'y' spelling gives it a contemporary edge while maintaining the strong, crisp sound. Cadyn gained modest popularity in the United States during the early 2000s alongside similar names like Jayden and Aiden. The name conveys a sense of strength and individuality while still feeling familiar due to its phonetic similarity to more established names. Its modern character makes it particularly appealing to parents seeking something current yet substantial.
- Caleb
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"dog; whole heart"Description:
Caleb is an attractive Old Testament name that has been in the US Top 100 for nearly three decades now. Consistently popular but never too popular, Caleb feels more like a classic than a momentary trend.