Set the coordinates for the center of the sun as we shine a light on these awesome futuristic baby names. If you think names that mean future are where it’s at, check out this list of dystopian examples for time-traveling tots.
Strap in for the ride of your life as we navigate the universe of future names for your techy toddlers.
88 Galaxy-Busting Futuristic Girl Names
Forget cute and cuddly; we want sassy and cyberpunk futuristic girl names, so let’s dive right in.
- Alessa – your sci-fi princess, could be the “noble defender” of the universe.
- Annora – meaning “honor,” this futuristic Latin name is perfect for tiny tots.
- Ariana – this Latin name meaning “pious or holy” is perfect for saintly space girls.
- Ariella – meaning “lion of God,” who wouldn’t want a lion in your corner?
- Arvilla – a Germanic name meaning “eagle ruler.”
- Arwen – a Welsh girl’s name meaning “noble maiden,” and an elvin princess in LOTR.
- Arya – this Latin name for musical kids means “song” and “melody.”
- Astoria – from Old English, meaning “like a hawk.”
- Astra – meaning “star,” futuristic girl names don’t get any better than this.
- Astrid – a Scandinavian name meaning “one who is divinely beautiful.”
- Ayalet – a retro-futuristic Hebrew name meaning “gazelle” or “deer.”
- Azura – is of Spanish origin for “blue sky.”
- Baila – means “dance” in Spanish, which is ideal for footloose kids.
- Barbarella – from the classic sci-fi film, meaning “foreign woman.”
- Caia – meaning “celebrate and rejoice” Caia is a happy Latin name.
- Calla – naming your pretty daughter Calla is ideal because it means “beautiful.”
- Callista – means “most attractive” and can be shortened to Callie.
- Candela – the Spanish for “Candlemas” has a futuristic girly feel.
- Carabelle – this Latin name, meaning “dear one,” may be perfect for your child.
- Ceres – is of Latin origin, Ceres was the goddess of agriculture.
- Charolet – a futuristic-sounding name of French origin, meaning “free man.”
- Colma – meaning “dove,” many future names come from Latin.
- Cosima – meaning “harmony and order;” the universe needs stability!
- Crescentia – a delightful German girl’s name meaning “to grow and increase.”
- Dael – a futuristic Hebrew name meaning “knowledge of God.”
- Daenerys – the mother of dragons in Game of Thrones and queen of the Dothraki.
- Dawnelle – meaning “the first appearance of dawn,” Dawnelle is beautifully majestic like your child.
- Deanna – a classic Star Trek name for your little technology freaks, meaning “divine.”
- Drea – meaning “one who is courageous” in Greek, Drea is ideal for space warriors.
- Effie – a Greek name meaning “well-spoken” and image-conscious Effie Trinket in The Hunger Games?
- Eila – the Hebrew for “tree”- makes a perfect sci-fi name.
- Eliette – from Hebrew, meaning “my God has answered.”
- Elowen – this majestic Cornish name meaning “elm” is traditional yet futuristic.
- Elya – from Slavic meaning “the Lord is my God.”
- Ensley – an Old English name meaning “one’s meadow.”
- Erinna – if you come from “an island to the west,” this Irish name fits perfectly.
- Etta – in Scotland, Etta is an “estate ruler.”
- Evrim – our first Turkish girl name meaning “evolution.”
- Evuska – a futuristic Hebrew word that represents “life.”
- Falynn – meaning “leader” in Irish, perfect for future rulers of the universe.
- Fantasia – an evocative name for your techy baby, meaning “imagination.”
- Gamora – a kickass character from Guardians of the Galaxy, meaning “sheaf.”
- Haley – after the famous comet, your girl lights up your life like a shooting star.
- Harley – a sassy character in the movies, meaning “hare’s meadow.”
- Harper – for musically gifted kids who “play the harp.”
- Ilaria – meaning “happy and cheerful” in Italian, perfect for smiley kids.
- Imelda – from German, Spanish, and Italian, ideal for your little “woman warrior.”
- Ivara – of Germanic origin, meaning “archer.”
- Jada – this cool-sounding Spanish name means “jade.”
- Junia – ideal for kids “born in June.”
- Juno – meaning “queen of heaven,” what’s wrong with a little divine luck?
- Jyn – a badass character from Star Wars, meaning “bright and beautiful.”
- Kara – meaning “pure,”after Supergirl herself, Kara Jor-El!
- Karis – a great name if your daughter, meaning “grace, kindness, and mercy.”
- Katniss – badass winner of the Hunger Games, meaning “pure.”
- Khaleesi – a favorite GOT character who was a “queen” and mother of dragons.
- Kiska – from a Russian word meaning “pure.”
- Leia – the ultimate cyber princess, Leia means “weary” in Hebrew.
- Leta – meaning “joyful,” happy kids deserve this Latin name.
- Lilium – names that mean future aren’t any prettier than the Latin word for “lily.”
- Luna – in Roman mythology, Luna represents the moon.
- Lyra – refers to the musical instrument “lyre,” but it’s also a constellation.
- Malone – a unisex name derived from the Irish for “disciple of Saint John.”
- Minerva – the stern professor from Hogwarts; Minerva means “intellect” in Latin.
- Morena – means “brown-haired” and is a stunning name for auburn daughters.
- Natania – an elegant Hebrew name meaning “gift of God.”
- Nebula – from Guardians of the Galaxy, Nebula means “mist” in Latin.
- Neriah – meaning “lamp of the Lord,” your little miracle will brighten your life.
- Nolwenn – a Welsh name meaning “something pious.”
- Nova – a classic science fiction name meaning “new” in Latin.
- Novelia – a derivative of Nova, with the same meaning.
- Orsa – meaning “little female bear” Orsa is a fantastic name for your space cadet.
- Persephone – the daughter of the Greek god Zeus.
- Quinn – nicknames don’t come any cooler than Harley Quinn.
- Rey – means “king” in Spanish and Rey Skywalker from Star Wars.
- Riella – meaning “God is your strength,” your girl could pack a punch with this Hebrew name.
- Ripley – is Anglo-Saxon for “strip of land” and a character from the movie Alien.
- Saretta – little star cadets can rule the galaxy with this Hebrew name, meaning “princess.”
- Secora – meaning “likes to help others,” this name is apt for a kind girl.
- Selene – the Greek goddess of the moon, Selene should suit your star child.
- Thyra – the “goddess of thunder,” this one means your daughter is all-powerful.
- Tove – meaning “beautiful” in Scandinavian, your little cyberpunk is bound to suit this name.
- Vania – a Latin name meaning “bringer of good news.”
- Wynn – an Old English name meaning “a friend.”
- Zelda – this Old German name, meaning “dark battle,” sounds futuristic.
- Zeline – a Latin girl name meaning “dignified and solemn.”
- Zoe – a Greek sci-fi name meaning “life.”
- Zosia – this Greek word meaning “wisdom” is perfect for wise kids.
87 Time-Traveling Futuristic Boy Names
From a budding Buck Rogers to a hopeful Han Solo, futuristic boy names are as varied as they are fun.
- Adlai – a Hebrew boy’s name with a futuristic feel, meaning “God is just.”
- Alaric – meaning “all-powerful ruler,” this Germanic name has a strong presence.
- Anakin – give your badass boy the king of futuristic baby names from Star Wars.
- Arsenio – is of Spanish origin, meaning “strong and virile.”
- Artemis – a Greek word meaning “safe and protected,” referring to the moon.
- Auryn – from Welsh and Celtic origins, meaning “gold.”
- Azriel – from the Hebrew name meaning “God is my help.”
- Beckett – a badass character from Star Wars, meaning “beehive” in Old English.
- Ben – meaning “son of,” Ben Kenobi was the Jedi hero in Star wars.
- Buck – a “young deer,” and Buck Rogers of the 25th century.
- Cael – of Irish origin, meaning “slender,” and one of the best futuristic boy names.
- Calihan – this Irish name means “one who loves churches.”
- Carrew – the first of Welsh futuristic baby names, meaning “fort close to a hill.”
- Cashel – this Irish name meaning “stone castle” has a sci-fi ring.
- Caspian – from the Caspian sea and a hero in C.S. Lewis’s Narnia novels.
- Cassian – a Latin name meaning “hollow,” and Star wars character Cassian Andor.
- Cedro – a Spanish name meaning “strong gift” would fit a budding seer.
- Cian – of Irish origin, meaning “ancient.”
- Cillian – another cool Irish name meaning “church,” and the actor Cillian Murphy.
- Clay – meaning “one who works with clay,” offering a space cowboy feel.
- Crispin – ideal for children with a mop of hair; this Latin name means “curly-haired one.”
- Data – sounds futuristic because it comes from Star Trek: The Next Generation.
- Deckard – is of German origin, meaning “dolphin,” and the hero in Blade Runner.
- Derry – from the place in Ireland, meaning “like an oak.”
- Drake – from the Greek word “draca,” meaning “dragon.”
- Drax – an ideal English name for smart kids; Drax means “thinker.”
- Edsel – from Old English, meaning ”wealthy man’s estate” or “noble and bright.”
- Elwyn – in English, Elwyn means “friend of elves” and “bright” in Welsh.
- Esai – a Spanish boy’s name meaning “God is my salvation.”
- Espen – your little man deserves this Scandinavian name, meaning “God’s bear.”
- Evander – from Scotland, meaning “bow warrior.”
- Everard – this Old English name meaning “hardy” is perfect for budding star lords.
- Finian – another Irish variant of Finn, meaning “fair.”
- Finn – a badass Star Wars character, Finn means “white and fair.”
- Fio – means “flowering” in Italian, with a catchy sci-fi feel.
- Han – of English origin meaning “God is gracious,” and Han Solo from Star Wars.
- Harlin – from Old English meaning “rocky land,” Harlin is a quirky name for space heroes.
- James – from Hebrew, meaning “supplanter,” and James T. Kirk.
- Jax – from Old English, meaning “God shows favor,” names that end in “x” are super cool.
- Jed – meaning “beloved of the Lord” in Hebrew, Jed sounds a lot like Jedi.
- Jonas – another Hebrew name meaning “God is gracious,” ideal for little heroes.
- Kalel – from Arabic, Kalel means “friend” and is none other than Superman.
- Kasper – of Persian origin, meaning “treasurer,” Kasper is a cute cyberpunk name.
- Khan – a Muslim boy’s name meaning “prince” and a Star Trek character.
- Kirk – a Scottish name meaning “church,” and the legendary Captain Kirk.
- Knox – means “round hill” in Scottish; a superb example as futuristic boy names go.
- Krall – a classic Star Trek character played by Idris Elba, meaning “lively person.”
- Kylo – from the Latin for “sky,” and evil Kylo Ren in Star Wars.
- Lando – a classic French Star Wars name meaning “dweller of the Laude.”
- Luca – from the Latin meaning “bringer of light,” Luca is ideal for little shining stars.
- Ludek – of French and German origin, your child could grow into a “famous warrior.”
- Luke – of Skywalker fame, in Latin, Luke means “from Luciana.”
- Mace – an Old English word meaning “heavy club,” derived from the medieval weapon.
- Micah – a Hebrew name meaning “who is like God.”
- Mircea – this intriguing Romanian name means “peace.”
- Morten – a Scandinavian name meaning “moor town” and “dedicated to mars.”
- Noe – this futuristic Spanish and Hebrew name means “peaceful friend.”
- Nye – means “honor” in Welsh and “island dweller” in English.
- Obadiah – is a Hebrew name meaning “servant or slave of God.”
- Oren – means “pine tree” or “laurel” in Hebrew.
- Peeta – is from The Hunger Games, meaning “rock.”
- Peter – means “rock” in Greek and is the Star Lord himself, Peter Quill.
- Raker – a classic Germanic name meaning “advice” and “army.”
- Reagan – of Irish origin, this unique future name means “little king.”
- Renan – a Hebrew name meaning “luxuriant and fresh.”
- Riker – a Germanic name meaning “rich” and a Star Trek character.
- Ronan – from Guardians of the Galaxy, Ronan means “little seal.”
- Rumer – a Slavic and English name referring to “a gypsy.”
- Rune – from the Old Norse for “secret,” Rune is a classic for future names.
- Sagan – is the perfect seer name, meaning “wise and knowledgeable” in Latin.
- Saylor – it stems from the French for “acrobat or dancer.”
- Schyler – is of Danish origin, meaning “scholar” or “one who gives shelter.”
- Scotty – is another name from Star Trek, meaning “from Scotland.”
- Silas – from the Hebrew name meaning “the youngest,” it also means “forest.”
- Stellan – this Scandinavian name meaning “star” is an apt futuristic moniker.
- Sven – is another Scandi name, meaning “youth.”
- Tallen – a name from Star Trek, meaning “bird of prey claw.”
- Theron – this Greek boy’s name means “hunter.”
- Torin – is of Gaelic origin, meaning “chief.”
- Tyrion – this Irish name translates as “one who is from the land of Eoghan.”
- Uriah – a majestic Hebrew name meaning “God is my light.”
- Wilbur – from the German word for “resolute” and a classic sci-fi name.
- Xander – pronounced Zha-n-der, meaning “defending men” in Greek.
- Zaiden – for boys with a bright future, this American name means “fighter” or “lucky.”
- Zandar – from Alexander, it’s the twin name of Xander with the same meaning.
- Zane – a Hebrew name with a futuristic feel, meaning “God is gracious.”
- Zephyr – possibly a unisex name; Zephyr means “west wind” in Greek.