Baby Names Inspired By Gilmore Girls

Picking out your baby's name is no simple task, and sometimes, parents just need a little inspo. While some expectant parents plan on using a sentimental family name for their little one on the way, and some just like the sound of certain monikers, other parents will look no further than their favorite TV series to name their child after — a unique and beautiful idea. Some of the most popular shows are chock-full of baby name inspiration, and "Gilmore Girls," the ultimate comfort show, is no exception. Just like baby names inspired by classic TV shows, the options are practically endless when it comes to incorporating a piece of Stars Hollow into your baby's moniker.

The beloved cozy show, which aired for seven seasons between 2000 and 2007, takes place in a small fictional town in Connecticut. It centers around the lives of a single mother and her daughter, and throughout the series, viewers are introduced to an eclectic mix of characters, some with names that are classic and timeless, and others that are unlike any baby names you've heard before. Whether you've been a die-hard fan for years or you're just getting to know the characters of Lorelai and Rory's world, these unique and charming names could make a great fit for your little one on the way.

If you're looking for a name that screams "Gilmore Girls," you'll want to stick to the names of the main characters at the heart of the show, like Lorelai and Rory Gilmore. The titular mother-daughter duo, played by Lauren Graham and Alexis Bledel, actually both share the name "Lorelai," though "Rory" goes by her nickname instead. Lorelai is pretty and elegant, and is sometimes shortened to "Lore" in the show. "Rory" could be a great full name, or it could also serve as a nickname for other longer names, like "Victoria," which happens to be Lorelai's middle name in the show!

Other essential characters with noteworthy monikers include Rory's best friend Lane Kim. Brought up by a super-strict mother, Lane is a rebellious, music-obsessed daughter whose biggest dream is to play in a band. "Lane" would be a great name option for parents who want to teach their daughter to embrace self-expression and follow her dreams.

As for the main male characters in "Gilmore Girls," viewers get to know Luke Danes, the small-town diner owner, as well as Dean Forester, Rory's first boyfriend. In the show, the name "Luke" is associated with someone dependable and down-to-earth, while "Dean" is hardworking, romantic, and loyal. Either option would make a fitting baby name if you want a name that references the show but is still a common name. Another option that is more distinctly associated with "Gilmore Girls" is the name "Jess," specifically for a baby boy. In the show, Jess Mariano is Luke's nephew, a fiercely independent, sarcastic, intelligent character who we come to learn is seriously misunderstood.

Part of what makes "Gilmore Girls" so special is the array of colorful characters that reside in Rory Gilmore's hometown of Stars Hollow. The audience gets particularly well acquainted with Lorelai Gilmore's best friend Sookie St. James, the chef at the local inn. "Sookie" is an extremely unique choice for a baby name, and it has the possibility of being instantly recognized by other "Gilmore Girls" fans as a reference to the show. Plus, you'd be naming your baby after a character who is intensely passionate, creative, and loveably chaotic. It's also a bonus that comedic genius Melissa McCarthy plays the character.

More of the quirky residents of Stars Hollow have equally unique and charming names, like Gypsy and Babette (played by Rose Abdoo and Sally Struthers, respectively). Both of their characters are eccentric and highly animated, and their unique monikers make for some baby name ideas that you don't hear every day — and that would be recognized by fans immediately. Additionally, some of the men in town also have some rare names that could serve as perfect baby-naming inspo, like Caesar, Kirk, and Gil. For really hardcore fans, you could even use "Gil" as a nickname for a son with the full name "Gilmore" in honor of the show's title.

In stark contrast to the small-town charm of Stars Hollow, "Gilmore Girls" is also full of blue-blooded, upper-class characters. Richard and Emily Gilmore are Lorelai's parents who live near Hartford, and the characters within their social orbit have a variety of old money names that exude elegance and sophistication. Viewers are introduced to some high-class characters through Emily and Richard's connections, like Pennilyn Lott, Constance Betterton, Floyd Stiles, and Francine Hayden, all of which present some vintage baby names that you can make feel fresh. Additionally, some of Rory's classmates at Chilton, the exclusive private high school she attends, also possess some posh-sounding names, like Madeline Lynn, Louise Grant, Francie Jarvis, and Tristin Dugray.

Once Rory goes off to college at Yale, she eventually winds up in a romantic relationship with Logan Huntzberger, who comes from an ultra-wealthy, prominent family. Through Logan, Rory meets some of the upper-crust people in his life who have unique and dignified monikers, like his father, media mogul Mitchum Huntzberger. The other members of Logan's family also offer some rare names, like "Honor" and "Shira," the names of his sister and mother. Fans also get to know Logan's friend Finn, whose name is distinguished yet still playful, much like his character.

Along with the characters who have more singular names, "Gilmore Girls" also features plenty of characters with unique monikers that are just slightly more distinctive than the super common names you hear every day. For example, names like "April," "Tana," "Clara," "Lulu," "Sherry," "Asher," "Martha," "Davey," "Fran," and "Patty" are all used as character names on the show, and they each offer a distinct or underused moniker that is still very accessible. These names are familiar but uncommon. They would make a good name for your little one if you're looking for something "Gilmore Girls"-related that isn't too popular or overused, but also isn't hard to pronounce and won't cause confusion.

Another name in this category is Rory Gilmore's best friend, Paris Geller, whose name is just unique enough to make her stand out, without having to be called something totally bizarre. The same goes for the name of Paris' boyfriend, Doyle, as well as Babette's husband, Morey, whose name could be one of the gender-neutral baby names that you may not have considered. Additionally, the "Gilmore Girls" audience also gets to meet Rory's half-sister, Georgia, who goes by "Gigi." Both of her names are pretty and moderately uncommon without being outlandish or bizarre.

So far, we've gone over a multitude of names inspired by "Gilmore Girls" characters, but we haven't mentioned the niche name ideas that only a die-hard fan would know came from the show. First up is the name "Drella," which is heard only in the early days of the series. Portrayed by Alex Borstein for just the first four episodes, Drella is the short-tempered harp player at the Independence Inn, but despite the character's grouchy disposition, her name is beautifully elegant and unique. It would make a pretty moniker for a baby girl, and only loyal "Gilmore Girls" fans would get the reference.

Another name that only real fans would pick up on is the name "Digger," which is the nickname of Lorelai's boyfriend and Richard's business partner in Season 4 — the character's real name is Jason Stiles. "Digger" is an unconventional name that could work for a baby boy, especially if the parents want to ensure that their child will probably never meet someone with the same name as them. Moreover, another niche name from the show includes the moniker "Trix," which is the nickname Richard has for his mother, whose real name is also Lorelai.

To dive even deeper into "Gilmore Girls" lore, hardcore fans could look past the characters' first names for baby name inspo, and instead honor their favorite character with a very subtle nod to their last or middle name. Examples of this could include boy names like Danes or Hayden, the last names of Luke and Rory's dad, Christopher, respectively. Another great idea could be the name "Leigh," which is Rory's middle name, and would work as a gender neutral choice.