Noctis
First Name Meaning, Usage, Popularity & Related Names
Noctis is a Latin name meaning “of the night”. It is a uncommon name, overwhelmingly used for boys, with 100% male usage.
Meaning & Origin of the name Noctis
Noctis is a striking and evocative name with clear Latin origins, directly translating to 'of the night.' This elegant and somewhat mysterious name has gained significant modern recognition, notably as the name of Noctis Lucis Caelum, the protagonist from the popular video game Final Fantasy XV. The name conjures images of twilight, stars, and the serene, deep beauty of the night sky, making it a compelling choice for parents seeking a name with a unique and atmospheric quality.
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Gender Usage of the Name Noctis
Overall Gender Classification Methodology
Noctis is overwhelmingly used as a name for boys. Approximately 100% of recorded bearers are male. The available records provide a reasonable indication of current usage.
Popularity of the Name Noctis
Note: Green bars show popularity (% of births); the violet line shows historical ranking. Data is based on official government birth records. Click any chart to view details by year and region.
Overall PopularityMethodology
Noctis is listed under Uncommon Boy Names worldwide. Its popularity varies considerably across the available regional markets, with the strongest usage in Canada.
| Region | Popularity | Birth Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Rare | 1 in every 5.98M births |
| United Kingdom | — | — |
| Canada | Uncommon | 1 in every 1.67M births |
| Australia | Uncommon | 1 in every 2.12M births |
Ranking OverviewMethodology
Noctis ranked #10,203 on the Popular Boys’ Names Worldwide List (2025). It fell from #8,465 in 2024 — a drop of 1,738 places. Noctis shows meaningful recent movement in rank, though it remains uncommon overall.
Historically, its best recorded position was #4,786 in 2017. Its lowest recorded position was #10,203 in 2025. Over the last 8 years (2017–2025) the name fell -5417 places (from #4,786 to #10,203).
Name StyleMethodology
Noctis is classified as Modern Boy Names because its peak occurs in 2025 and 90% of its lifetime volume falls within the recent period.Characteristics of the Name Noctis
Pronunciation & StructureMethodology
- Phonetic Source
- Namedary
- Syllables
- 2 syllables — Two-Syllable Boy Names
- Length
- 6 letters — Medium-Length Boy Names
- Starts with
- N — Boy Names Starting with N
- Ends with
- s — Boy Names Ending in “s”
Name AestheticMethodology
Noctis uses a two syllable, stressed-unstressed pattern that feels sharp and evocative of its association with the Final Fantasy XV protagonist. This combination of phonetic severity and specific media identification creates a Dark & Gothic and Edgy & Rebel aesthetic.
Middle Names For Noctis
Middle name suggestions for NoctisMethodology
Based on observed first-middle-name pattern combinations, Noctis is most frequently associated with boy middle names that have 2 syllables, Strong–Weak stress pattern, 5 letters, and a starting sound of “j”.
Examples: Noctis Jacob · Noctis Jason · Noctis Jesus · Noctis Jerry · Noctis Jared. View all 114 suggested middle names.
Names Similar to Noctis
Sound Like Noctis Finder
Names with the exact same overall pronunciation and sound: Nikitas
Same Starting Sound Finder
Names that begin with a similar phonetic sound: Nicholas · Nathan · Noah · View all Top 100 names
Rhymes With Noctis Finder
Names that share similar ending sounds and rhymes: Thomas · Nicholas · Dennis · View all Top 100 names
Same Rhythm & Syllables Finder
Names with matching syllable stress and pronunciation rhythm: Robert · Michael · William · View all Top 100 names
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How to Spell Noctis in ASL
- N
- o
- c
- t
- i
- s
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