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[Opinions] Why Ancient Names Go So Hard (And Always Will)
Ancient names have always struck me as fierce, unforgettable, and downright badass — a guilty pleasure I proudly own.
With their sharp consonants, flowing syllables, and a blend of Latin and tribal roots, they carry the weight of empire, myth, and battlefield legend.
Names ending in -ix? They sound like they were born to lead warbands across stormy frontiers.These names have gravitas. Drama. Power.
And centuries later, they still hit like a marching legion.Which names live rent-free in your head?
Here are 20 of mine:**Full Names**
1. Aurelgar Vindex (invented)
2. Cassian Thorne (semi-historical)
3. Domitius Magnus (historical-sounding)
4. Kelbrannus Dravion (invented)
5. Leonidas Constantine (historical mashup)
6. Lucan Severian (semi-historical)
7. Marcellus Varron (historical-sounding)
8. Rhexigar Malcetus (invented)
9. Tarnocles Veridan (invented)
10. Titus Valerian (historical) **Single Names**
11. Alaric (historical)
12. Boiorix (historical)
13. Cernovarix (invented)
14. Decebalus (historical)
15. Druvaxian (invented)
16. Mazridian (invented)
17. Mithridates (historical)
18. Spartacus (historical)
19. Teutomatus (historical)
20. Vercingetorix (historical)

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