60 Goth Baby Names from the Darkside for Girls and Boys

Goth is a culture that combines romanticism with horror, so if the gothic culture interests you, you may choose a baby name with ties to the darker side. There are no rules that say your baby’s name has to be cute and sunshine or even conventional. While these gothic names are dark and spooky, they are still appropriate for the playground and have just the right amount of edge to let your kid stand out. Whether you are dead set on a goth name for your little one or just curious, these 60 Goth name ideas, including enchanting Wiccan baby names and pagan baby names, and the meanings behind them will surely conjure up the mysterious and beautiful dark side.

1. Aradia

Aradia is a supernatural figure in Italian folklore known as the queen of the witches and the moon’s Goddess. In 1899, American folklorist Charles Godfrey Leyland compiled a book called Aradia, or the Gospel of Witches; this book became influential in Wicca’s development. We’re not sure about you, but this name is giving us major gothy witch vibes. You may also like: Adrienne

2. Asura

This gorgeous melodic-sounding name hides a darker meaning — as Asura or asuras are known as demons in Hindu mythology. You may also like: Aurora

3. Asya

A dark and spooky name that means “born in a time of grief,” according to Swahili. You may also like: Anastasia

4. Belinda

Belinda has two different origins; one is coined from the Italian bella, meaning “beautiful,” the second gothier one comes from the Old High German name Betlinde, which possibly meant “bright serpent.” You may also like: Badriyah

5. Bellona

In ancient Roman legend, Bellona was the Roman Goddess of war. Dramatic and powerful, Bellona conjures visions of dark goddesses and queens. You may also like: Bernia

6. Branwen

The name Branwen is just like its meaning, dark and beautiful, is derived from Welsh name bran “raven” and gwen “fair, white, blessed.” You may also like: Buffy

7. Chandra

A dark sky with a full moon is always intriguing and mysterious, much like the name Chandra, which means the “moon” in Sanskrit. You may also like: Calliope

8. Circe

If you’re looking for a name that’s more unusual than Circe is a fitting choice. According to Greek mythology, Circe was a witch and a sorceress who turned men into animals using her magic. You may also like: Crow

9. Crimson

Crimson is one of the gothiest colors that isn’t black, described often as a rich, dark red color, similar to that of blood. You may also like: Cybele

10. Endora

This name has a romantic gothic allure to it, and if it sounds familiar, it’s because it was the name of a character from the sitcom Bewitched. Taken from the name of a biblical sorceress, the Witch of Endor, in 1 Samuel 28. You may also like: Elvira

11. Gehenna

Gehenna definitely gives off dark and gothic vibes, which is fitting as its origins are undoubtedly creepy. According to the New Testament, Gehenna represents Hell, a state or place of torment and pain. You may also like: Grey, Jezebel

12. Hestia

This lovely name means “fireside” or “evening star” and is rich in Greek mythology. You may also like: Hecate, Drusilla

13. Ianira

Ianira might just be the perfect moniker for your own adorable little goth goddess. It’s a name of Old Greek origin meaning “enchantress.” You may also like: Inclementia

14. Kali

Kali is such a sweet-sounding name, but its origin may surprise you. In Hindu mythology Kali is a highly feared Hindu goddess; Sanskrit for ‘the black one‘ Kali is the Hindu Goddess of destruction. You may also like: Kairos

15. Kalma

Kalma was the Goddess of death and decay in Finnish mythology; her name translates to “the stench of corpses.” Her favorite places to linger are graveyards and cemeteries; it doesn’t get any more goth than that. You may also like: Kalonice

16. Lethia

Lethia exudes a sense of secrecy and mystery and symbolizes “sweet oblivion” in Greek. You may also like: Lenore

17. Lilith

Lilith is derived from the Akkadian word lilitu, meaning “of the night.” She is often considered a succubus or a vampire and sometimes is referred to as a champion of feminism. You may also like: Layla

18. Lola

This Spanish name means “sorrows.” It has a softness and solemnity making it very fitting for a goth name. You may also like: Lamya

19. Lycia

Lycia is a Greek name meaning “wolf.” In Greek mythology wolfs act as divine messengers of the gods. You may also like: Luna

20. Magena

A dark and moody name that means “moon” in Native American. You may also like: Magenta

21. Morrigan

The name Morrigan means “phantom queen” and is of Irish origin. In Irish mythology, she represents doom, death, or victory in battle. You may also like: Morticia, Minerva

22. Naenia

In Roman mythology, Naenia is ‘the goddess of funerals,’ which sounds pretty goth to us. You may also like: Narcissa

23. Orenda

If you’re looking for a name that has strength, beauty, and power attached to it, this gorgeously dark moniker might just be perfect for you. In Native American, Orenda means spiritual force that stands for “magical power.” You may also like: Perdita

24. Ostara

Ostara is a pagan and Wiccan holiday celebrating the spring equinox; that said, it is the perfect name for a gothy Aries baby. You may also like: Ophelia

25. Solanine

Derived from French, Solanine is the poisonous substance found in nightshade, making it an intriguingly haunting name. You may also like: Sabrina

26. Tristessa

Tristessa is a Latin name that means “sorrows,” the title has an Old World flair, perfect for a modern, gothic family. You may also like: Twilight

27. Umbra

Umbra could be an amazingly spooky baby girl’s name. It means “shade, shadow” and is derived from Latin origins. You may also like: Ursula

28. Vespera

The name Vespera has a beautiful dark ring to it, which gives way to the meaning “of the evening” from Latin origins. You may also like: Vesper, Valentina

29. Wanette

A name certainly fitting for a goth, Wanette means “the pale one” and is of Old English origin. You may also like: Wednesday, Wren

30. Xylia

The name Xylia means “from the forest” and is of Greek origin. Anything dark gives off a gothic vibe, and there’s nothing darker than eerie woods. You may also like: Xenobia

Goth Baby Names For Boys

31. Ascelin

The name comes from ancient Germanic ansuz, meaning “heathen god.” Ansuz was one of the deities in Germanic paganism. It’s perfectly fitting for a family who wants to find a Pagan connection for their little bundle of joy. You may also like: Astaroth

32. Athan

As a given name, Athan has an exquisitely somber feel to it. Derived from Greek origins, it means “immortal.” You may also like: Astrophel

33. Azrael

In Hebrew, Azrael translates to “angel of God“; however, Azreal is also known as the angel of death. You may also like: Auberon

34. Brander

Brander is a modern spelling of the Old Norse name Brandr, meaning “sword of fire.” This ancient name is both catchy and powerful. You may also like: Brendan

35. Briar

We love a short and sweet name with a connection with darkness. Briar is an English word that means “thorn.” You may also like: Blackwell, Blair

36. Brone

If you want a slightly different moniker for your gothy baby, go with Brone. Brone is a boy’s name of Irish origin, meaning “sorrowful.” You may also like: Blade

37. Carden

If you’re looking for a beautiful Gothic baby name that also denotes determination and longevity, this might be for you. Carden comes from Anglo-Norman French cardon, meaning “thistle.” You may also like: Cain

38. Coven

Coven is one uniquely witchy dark name for a boy. A coven is an assembly of witches. You may also like: Corbin

39. Davorin

Davorin is a name with an air of passion and courage; according to Slavic mythology, Davorin is a war god. You may also like: Dusk

40. Draco

Meaning “dragon” the name Draco brings to mind Bram Stoker’s novel Dracula. You may also like: Damian, Demeter

41. Draven

Draven is from the Old English word draefend, which means “hunter.” Draven was a character from the goth movie The Crow, played by Brandon Lee. Sounds kind of like raven, no? You may also like: Dorian

42. Hades

Hades is the dark Greek god of the underworld in Greek mythology; however, Hades was considered non-evil and of a giving nature. This edgy and unique name and would make an excellent goth name for a little boy. You may also like: Hamlet, Hawk

43. Hallow

Hallow is a word meaning sacred or holy and is the root word for Halloween. This name might be a fitting choice for a baby born on or near October 31st. You may also like: Hemlock, Harvest

44. Ingram

Ingram means “the son of the raven or Ing’s raven” in German. According to myth, the raven is thought to move between the world of the living and the dead. You can’t get much more goth than that. You may also like: Jet

45. Kyran

Kyran is an Irish name that means “black.” An obviously favorite color choice among goths. You may also like: Kane, Kazimir

46. Lazarus

We love the gothic coolness of this name, which we associate with the awakening of the dead. Lazarus is a boy’s name of Greek origin meaning “God is my helper.” You may also like: Lucius, Gabriel

47. Leviathan

This sophisticated, dignified name has a gothy quality to it; it’s easy to imagine a Leviathan inhabiting a dark manor. In the Bible, Leviathan is a sea monster of Hebrew/Israeli origin, meaning “twisted, coiled.” You may also like: Lycidas

48. Lucien

Lucien and Lucifer are both derived the same root lux (light) on the upside; they both translate to “bearer of light.” You may also like: Lennon

49. Marax

In demonology, Maraz or Morax is a Demon depicted both as a man with the head of a bull and a bull with the head of a man. It has been proposed that Morax is related to the Minotaur, which Dante places in Hell. You may also like: Malachi

50. Nocturne

Nocturne has goth written all over it. A nocturne is usually a musical composition that is inspired by, or evocative of, the night. You may also like: Natrix

51. Noir

Noir literally translates to the word “black” in French. It has just the right balance of chic and darkness. You may also like: Nodin

52. Osiris

Here’s another sinister and spooky goth name for your baby, Osiris is God of the dead in Egyptian mythology. You may also like: Orion

53. Orlock

Orlock is a modern invented name reminiscent of Warlock, a male who practices witchcraft. You may also like: Orpheus

54. Onyx

This beautiful, often black gemstone is derived from the Greek onyx, which originally meant “claw, fingernail.” Black onyx is ultimately known to be a protective stone that absorbs negative energies. You may also like: Oberon

55. Ransley

An English name meaning “of the raven meadow.” The raven bird is often associated with goth-like connotations and is also a poem by the king of dark poetry, Edgar Allan Poe. You may also like: Requiem

56. Salem

Salem is a Hebrew name meaning “peaceful, complete.” However, the title is most famously associated with Salem, Massachusetts, where the Salem Witch Trials were held. If you’re looking for a gothy witchy name that packs a profound punch, Salem is a great choice. You may also like: Storm

57. Samael

Not to be confused with Samuel, Samael is a Hebrew name meaning “venom or poison of god.” According to Jewish myth, Samael is the Prince of Darkness. He is a fallen angel, a chief seducer, accuser, and destroyer. He is often presumed to be the serpent who tempted Eve to eat the forbidden fruit. You may also like: Serpent

58. Thanatus

Thanatus has a seldom-heard kind of intrigue but this beautiful and enigmatic moniker also literally means “death.” In Greek mythology, he is widely considered a god of death. You may also like: Tartarus

59. Vervain

This cool name has just the right amount of edgy weirdness to it. In legend and folklore, vervain or verbena is considered a magical and sacred herb. You may also like: Velvet

60. Zagan

If you’re looking to evoke power with a menacing or scary-sounding baby name, then Zagan may fit the bill. He is one of the fallen angels, who first appears as a bull with griffin wings, and then as a man. You may also like: Zane