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Introduction
Choosing a name for your child can be a daunting task, especially if you're looking for something unique and memorable. If you're a fan of horror movies, books, or TV shows, you might be interested in giving your little boy a name that reflects your love for all things spooky and creepy. In this article, we've compiled a list of 50 horror-inspired names for boys that are sure to give your child an edge of horror.
1. Damien
This name is inspired by the character from the horror movie 'The Omen'. It means 'to tame' or 'to subdue'.
2. Hannibal
This name is inspired by the infamous cannibal from 'The Silence of the Lambs'. It means 'grace of Baal'.
3. Freddy
This name is inspired by the iconic horror movie character Freddy Krueger from 'A Nightmare on Elm Street'. It means 'peaceful ruler'.
4. Jigsaw
This name is inspired by the villain from the 'Saw' movie franchise. It means 'a puzzle or problem'.
5. Chucky
This name is inspired by the killer doll from the 'Child's Play' movie franchise. It means 'man'.
6. Draven
This name is inspired by the character from the movie 'The Crow'. It means 'hunter'.
7. Leatherface
This name is inspired by the character from the horror movie 'The Texas Chainsaw Massacre'. It means 'one who works with leather'.
8. Norman
This name is inspired by the character from the movie 'Psycho'. It means 'man from the north'.
9. Pinhead
This name is inspired by the character from the 'Hellraiser' movie franchise. It means 'a person who is meticulous or precise'.
10. Riddick
This name is inspired by the character from the movie 'Pitch Black'. It means 'powerful ruler'.
11. Samara
This name is inspired by the character from the horror movie 'The Ring'. It means 'protected by God'.
12. Salem
This name is inspired by the infamous witch trials that took place in Salem, Massachusetts. It means 'peaceful'.
13. Vlad
This name is inspired by the infamous vampire Count Dracula. It means 'ruler'.
14. Wolf
This name is inspired by the iconic horror movie monster, the werewolf. It means 'wolf'.
15. Ash
This name is inspired by the character from the horror movie 'The Evil Dead'. It means 'happy or blessed'.
16. Bates
This name is inspired by the character from the movie 'Psycho'. It means 'son of Bartholomew'.
17. Crowley
This name is inspired by the character from the TV show 'Supernatural'. It means 'holy or wise'.
18. Damien Thorn
This name is inspired by the character from the horror movie 'The Omen'. It means 'to tame' or 'to subdue'.
19. Dexter
This name is inspired by the character from the TV show 'Dexter'. It means 'right-handed' or 'dexterous'.
20. Frankenstein
This name is inspired by the iconic horror movie monster, Frankenstein's monster. It means 'free man'.
21. Ghost
This name is inspired by the supernatural entity that is said to haunt certain places. It means 'spirit or soul'.
22. Hannibal Lecter
This name is inspired by the infamous cannibal from 'The Silence of the Lambs'. It means 'grace of Baal'.
23. Igor
This name is inspired by the character from the movie 'Frankenstein'. It means 'warrior of peace'.
24. Jack
This name is inspired by the infamous serial killer Jack the Ripper. It means 'God is gracious'.
25. Jason
This name is inspired by the iconic horror movie character Jason Voorhees from the 'Friday the 13th' movie franchise. It means 'healer'.
26. Krueger
This name is inspired by the iconic horror movie character Freddy Krueger from 'A Nightmare on Elm Street'. It means 'peaceful ruler'.
27. Lucifer
This name is inspired by the fallen angel from Christian mythology. It means 'light-bearer'.
28. Michael
This name is inspired by the character from the horror movie 'Halloween'. It means 'who is like God'.
29. Nosferatu
This name is inspired by the iconic vampire from the silent movie 'Nosferatu'. It means 'plague carrier'.
30. Omen
This name is inspired by the horror movie 'The Omen'. It means 'a sign of something to come'.
31. Phantom
This name is inspired by the mysterious figure from 'The Phantom of the Opera'. It means 'ghost or apparition'.
32. Pinhead
This name is inspired by the character from the 'Hellraiser' movie franchise. It means 'a person who is meticulous or precise'.
33. Raven
This name is inspired by the bird that is often associated with death and darkness. It means 'blackbird'.
34. Regan
This name is inspired by the possessed girl from the horror movie 'The Exorcist'. It means 'little king'.
35. Salem's Lot
This name is inspired by the horror novel 'Salem's Lot' by Stephen King. It means 'peaceful'.
36. Sweeney
This name is inspired by the character from the musical 'Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street'. It means 'sweet or pleasant'.
37. Thorn
This name is inspired by the character from the horror movie 'The Omen'. It means 'a sharp pointed projection'.
38. Van Helsing
This name is inspired by the character from the novel 'Dracula' by Bram Stoker. It means 'son of the house of Helsing'.
39. Vincent
This name is inspired by the iconic horror movie actor Vincent Price. It means 'conquering'.
40. Wolfman
This name is inspired by the iconic horror movie monster, the werewolf. It means 'wolf man'.
41. Xander
This name is inspired by the character from the TV show 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer'. It means 'defender of the people'.
42. Yorick
This name is inspired by the character from the play 'Hamlet' by William Shakespeare. It means 'farmer'.
43. Zombie
This name is inspired by the undead creatures that are often featured in horror movies and TV shows. It means 'a reanimated corpse'.
44. Bates Motel
This name is inspired by the motel from the movie 'Psycho'. It means 'son of Bartholomew'.
45. Crowley
This name is inspired by the character from the TV show 'Supernatural'. It means 'holy or wise'.
46. Damien Thorn
This name is inspired by the character from the horror movie 'The Omen'. It means 'to tame' or 'to subdue'.
47. Dracula
This name is inspired by the infamous vampire from the novel 'Dracula' by Bram Stoker. It means 'son of Dracul'.
48. Edgar
This name is inspired by the horror writer Edgar Allan Poe. It means 'wealthy spearman'.
49. Freddy Krueger
This name is inspired by the iconic horror movie character from 'A Nightmare on Elm Street'. It means 'peaceful ruler'.
50. Ghostface
This name is inspired by the killer from the 'Scream' movie franchise. It means 'spirit or soul'.
Conclusion
Choosing a name for your child is a personal decision, and there are many factors to consider. If you're a horror fan, you might be interested in giving your little boy a name that reflects your love for all things spooky and creepy. The names on this list are just a few examples of horror-inspired names that you could choose for your child. Whether you go with a classic horror movie character name or something more subtle, your child's name is sure to be unique and memorable.