What is Epic Baby Names?
With hundreds of names from Homer's epic poems, you'll never have to call your kid Michael or Samantha ever again.
Problem
Parents struggle to find culturally rich, unique baby names beyond common options like Michael or Samantha, leading to repetitive or uninspired choices.
Solution
A web-based tool that uses Homer's epic poems as a curated database, allowing users to explore and select names like 'Achilles' or 'Penelope' with historical context and meanings.
Customers
Expecting parents, literature enthusiasts, and history buffs seeking distinctive names with cultural depth.
Unique Features
Exclusive focus on Homeric names (e.g., 'Odysseus', 'Andromache'), AI-powered suggestions based on epic themes, and name origin/meaning filters.
User Comments
Love the uniqueness of the names
Finally a break from overused options
Wish there were more non-Greek options
Easy to use but limited quantity
Great for literary fans
Traction
Launched on ProductHunt in 2024 with 1.2k+ upvotes, 500+ active users/month, and 200+ paid subscribers ($1.2k MRR).
Market Size
The global baby naming service market was valued at $2.8 billion in 2023, with 140M+ births annually driving demand for unique names (Statista).
