Aslan
Literary
Meaning
The great lion of Narnia in C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia
About the name
C.S. Lewis's noble, golden lion — the Christ-figure king of Narnia. "Not a tame lion."
Themes
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Questions
What does Aslan mean?
Aslan means The great lion of Narnia in C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia. It's a name of Literary origin.
Where does the name Aslan come from?
Aslan comes from Literary. It's associated with these themes: Literary, Famous Cats, Movies, Children's Books, Turkish.
Is Aslan a boy or girl cat name?
Aslan is traditionally a male name, but cat names don't have to follow human conventions — many people use it for cats of any sex.
Is Aslan a good name for a cat?
Aslan is a thoughtful pick. At 2 syllables, it's easy to call across a room. It carries the character of Literary, Famous Cats, Movies, Children's Books, Turkish. It means "The great lion of Narnia in C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia." The best cat names are short, distinctive, and meaningful to you.
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