Ginny Weasley-Potter
Ginny Weasley
Biographical information
Full Name
Ginevra Molly Weasley
Nickname(s)
- Ginny (by everyone except Slytherin students)
- Gin (by Harry)
- Ms. Weasley
- Mrs. Potter
- Foolish Girl (by Voldemort)
Date of Birth
11 August 1981, Great Britain
Blood status
Pure-blood
Marital status
Married (as of the 2000s)
Title(s)
- Chaser
- Seeker
Physical information
Species
Human
Gender
Female
Hair colour
Light Red
Eye colour
Bright brown
Skin colour
Light
Family information
Children
- James Sirius Potter II (eldest son)
- Albus Severus Potter (middle son)
- Lily Luna Potter II (youngest daughter)
Siblings
- William Arthur "Bill" Weasley (older brother)
- Charlie "Charles" Weasley (older brother)
- Percy Ignatius "Perce" Weasley (older brother)
- Frederick Gideon "Fred" Weasley (older brother)
- George Fabian "Greg" Weasley (older brother)
- Ronald Bilius "Ron" Weasley (older brother)
Parents
- Arthur Weasley (father)
- Molly Prewett-Weasley (mother)
Grandparents
- Mr. Prewett ✝️ (maternal grandfather)
- Mrs. Prewett ✝️ (maternal grandmother)
- Septimus Weasley ✝️ (paternal grandfather)
- Cedrella Black-Weasley ✝️ (paternal grandmother)
Uncles/aunts
- Fabian Prewett ✝️ (maternal uncle)
- Gideon Prewett ✝️ (maternal uncle)
- Bilius Weasley ✝️ (paternal uncle)
- Unnamed Paternal Uncle
Cousins
Unnamed Cousin
Nieces/nephews
- Molly Weasley II (niece)
- Lucy Weasley (niece)
- Louis Weasley (nephew)
- Victoire "Vicky" Weasley (niece)
- Dominique Weasley (niece)
- Frederick "Fred" Weasley II (nephew)
- Roxanne Weasley (niece)
- Lena "Lea" Weasley (niece)
- Ronald "Ronnie" Weasley Jr. (nephew)
In-laws
- James Potter I ✝️ (father-in-law)
- Lily Evans-Potter I ✝️ (mother-in-law)
- Audrey Weasley (sister-in-law)
- Fleur Delacour-Weasley (sister-in-law)
- Angelina Johnson-Weasley (sister-in-law)
- Luna Lovegood-Weasley (sister-in-law)
Relationships
Allies/Friends
- Luna Lovegood (close friend)
- Harry Potter (close friend/love interest)
- Hermione Granger (closest friend)
- Neville Longbottom (closet friend)
- Remus Lupin
- Tom Riddle
- Sirius Black III
Romances
- Harry Potter (husband)
- Michael Corner (former date)
- Dean Thomas (former date)
Enemies
- Lord Voldemort ✝️
- Bellatrix Black-Lestrange ✝️
- Death Eaters
- Lucius Malfoy II
- Draco Malfoy (formerly)
Magical characteristics
Wand
Unknown
Patronus
Horse
Affiliation
Occupation
- Quidditch player for Holyhead Harpies
- Senior Quidditch Reporter for the Daily Prophet
- Hogwarts student (formerly)
House
Gryffindor
Loyalty
- Weasley family
- Prewett family
- Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
- Gryffindor
- Gryffindor Quidditch team
- Slug Club
- Dumbledore's Army (1995 - 1998)
- Potter family (in-laws)
- Holyhead Harpies
- Daily Prophet
- Order of the Phoenix
- Granger-Riddle family
Ginevra Molly "Ginny" Potter (née Weasley) (b. 11 August 1981), occasionally known as Gin by Harry Potter, was an English pure-blood witch, the only daughter of Arthur and Molly Weasley (née Prewett), and the younger sister of Bill, Charlie, Percy, Fred, George, and Ron. She was the first female to be born into the Weasley line for several generations. She and her older brothers grew up in The Burrow on the outskirts of Ottery St Catchpole in Devon.
Ginny attended Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry from 1992 to 1999, a year beneath the famous Harry Potter, and was sorted into Gryffindor House. During her first year, she developed a long-standing crush on Harry Potter and came under the influence of the memory of Tom Riddle's sixteen-year-old self, who was preserved in a diary, which forced Ginny to reopen the Chamber of Secrets, endangering the lives of many students, including her own.
Following that ordeal, Ginny grew into a confident young woman, becoming an important member of Dumbledore's Army, an organisation taught and led by Harry Potter in her fourth year. She would later fight in the Battle of the Department of Mysteries (1996), the Battle of the Astronomy Tower (1997), and the Battle of Hogwarts (1998). She was also an accomplished Quidditch player, playing Chaser and Seeker at different times for the Gryffindor Quidditch team.
After the Second Wizarding War, Ginny became a professional Quidditch player for the Holyhead Harpies. Upon retiring from the Harpies, she became the senior Quidditch correspondent for the Daily Prophet. Ginny eventually married Harry Potter, and the couple had three children: James Sirius (named after Harry's father and godfather), Albus Severus (named after Albus Dumbledore and Severus Snape), and Lily Luna Potter (named after Harry's mother and their friend Luna Lovegood). By 2020, Ginny had become the sports editor for the Daily Prophet.
Battle of Hogwarts
"Harry turned and saw Ginny and Tonks, both with their wand drawn at the next window, which was missing several panes. Even as he watched, Ginny sent a well-aimed jinx into the crowd of fighters below."
— Ginny is fighting in the opening stage of the final battle
When Harry, Hermione, Tom, and Ron returned to Hogwarts on 1 May 1998 in search of a Horcrux, they were met by Neville and the remnants of Dumbledore's Army that had stood up to Snape and the Carrows. Acting on a promise to Ginny, Neville sent word to her that Harry was at the school. Ginny arrived with her brothers, Lee Jordan, and Cho Chang. They arrived on the understanding that a battle was about to be fought.[9] She was incredibly relieved to see the trio, particularly Harry, and expressed her displeasure at Cho's lingering feelings for him. Cho's eagerness to escort Harry to Ravenclaw Tower irritated her, and in turn, she insisted that her friend Luna Lovegood do it instead.
As more members of Dumbledore's Army and the Order of the Phoenix arrived for battle, Mr. and Mrs. Weasley forbade their daughter from taking part in the fighting, since she was underage. Ginny furiously argued against it, as it was hypocritical, since Harry was much younger than her when he faced Voldemort all the previous times. Also, she did not want to leave when her whole family and Harry would be fighting and waiting at home for news. Remus Lupin offered a compromise: Ginny would stay in the Room of Requirement to be on the scene, but would not involve herself in the fighting. Although she did not like it, she grudgingly agreed.[9] She proceeded to stay in the room.
On 2 May, during the battle, Harry needed the Room of Requirement to change form into the Room of Hidden Things to retrieve one of Voldemort's Horcruxes, Ravenclaw's Diadem. He asked Ginny to leave the room, on the proviso that she would re-enter it once he had completed his task, not believing that she would. Freed from her sanctuary, Ginny joined the battle with a flourish. She and Nymphadora Tonks were later seen by Harry firing well-aimed jinxes from a high-up window into the crowd of fighters below.
After the initial fighting, Lord Voldemort called a temporary truce to allow the combatants to retrieve their dead and for Harry to surrender himself to avoid further bloodshed. She later assisted in the recovery of the wounded outside the castle. When Harry passed her on his way to face Voldemort in the Forbidden Forest under the Invisibility Cloak, she was comforting an injured girl. Harry thought she might have sensed his presence as he walked away, but the two had no contact, as Harry did not want anyone to try to stop him.
When the seemingly lifeless body of Harry was presented to the defenders of Hogwarts by Voldemort, Ginny let out a terrible scream of anger, grief, and denial that was terrible to hear. However, his apparent death spurred the defenders on, and Neville took up the Sword of Gryffindor and beheaded Nagini. With the battle restarted, Ginny, Luna, and Hermione duelled Bellatrix Lestrange, the last Death Eater at that point still standing.
Bellatrix was more than a match for the three, however, and fired a Killing Curse that missed Ginny by an inch due to her using a blocking spell. Witnessed by both her mother and Harry, the action spurred both of them to charge the Death Eater. Molly got there first, and after a fantastically vicious duel, Bellatrix was killed by Molly.
Later life (1999–2021)
In the 2010–2011 school year, she purchased a Bloom For You plant from Bewildering Blooms, causing her to be affected by the Mysterious Malady. She was later awoken from the malady after the Bewildering Blooms owner, Yubert Thorne, was imprisoned in Azkaban.
In her capacity as Quidditch Correspondent, Ginny attended the 2014 Quidditch World Cup in the Patagonian Desert. While here, she wrote several articles for the Daily Prophet using her married name, Ginny Potter.[28] Her family joined her to watch the finals of the Cup in July[29]. Ginny covered the outcome of the Brazil vs Bulgaria match live, along with Rita Skeeter. The latter, while in the journalists' enclosure, repeatedly made corrections to Ginny's reports. This continued until shortly after the match ended, Rita remarked that her husband Harry Potter was 'publicity-hungry' — just as Ginny was approaching. That last remark sailed a bit too close to home, and Rita was taken 'unaccountably ill' with what some called 'a jinx to the solar plexus'.
On 1 September 2017, Harry and Ginny escorted their children James and Albus to the Hogwarts Express, where Albus would begin his first year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
By July 2019, Ginny went on a holiday trip with Harry and their children, where she, James, Albus, and Luna were photographed, with Harry placing the framed photo on his desk at the British Ministry of Magic.
Magical abilities and skills
"Come on, Ginny's not bad. Actually, I dunno how she got so good, seeing how we never let her play with us."
— Ginny's impressive Quidditch and flying skills
Ginny was a very powerful and talented witch. She was naturally talented at Defence Against the Dark Arts, a gifted flyer, and a skilled Quidditch player. At the age of fourteen, she was able to conjure a corporeal horse Patronus. This was an impressive feat, as the Patronus Charm was very advanced magic and proof of superior magical ability.
- Duelling: Despite often being prevented from participating in combat by her mother, mainly because of her young age, Ginny was a highly talented and competent duellist. She had an uncanny ability to dodge her opponents' curses due to her agility and reflexes. Ginny survived the Battle of the Department of Mysteries with only a minor injury.[14] She also fought Death Eater Amycus Carrow again during the Battle of the Astronomy Tower and emerged unscathed. This was partly due to the use of Felix Felicis and partly due to her agility.[10] She later defended herself from a Death Eater during the Attack at The Burrow.[9] During the Battle of Hogwarts, Ginny fired well-aimed curses into the crowd of attacking Death Eaters. She, Hermione, and Luna also held their own against Bellatrix Lestrange, an extremely powerful Dark witch.
- Defence Against the Dark Arts: Ginny was a committed and enthusiastic member of Dumbledore's Army. Under Harry Potter's expert instruction, she learned how to successfully cast numerous defensive and offensive spells. Ginny was capable of duelling highly dangerous Death Eaters, which she did throughout the numerous battles of the Second Wizarding War. She even survived the Battle of Hogwarts, showing her excellent defensive abilities.
- Charms: Ginny was highly proficient in this branch of magic. In her first year, she animated 'a well card to sing shrilly when opened'.[8] She once used a single Scouring Charm in 1995 to clean all the Stinksap out of a compartment on the Hogwarts Express.[14] She also had highly swift reflexes with the Disarming Charm.[8] Most impressively, at the age of fourteen, she was able to cast the extremely advanced and powerful Patronus Charm, which took the corporeal form of a horse.
- Flying: Ginny eventually became an accomplished flyer and played both Chaser (which she prefers, as she likes scoring goals) and Seeker for the Gryffindor Quidditch team. Despite not playing Seeker regularly, she was able to defeat Cho Chang, a seasoned Seeker. She even effectively stepped into the shoes of the extremely talented Harry Potter (although she admitted that Harry was a better Seeker than her), winning Gryffindor the Quidditch Cup in 1996 and 1997. As an adult, Ginny became a professional Quidditch player for the Holyhead Harpies. In later years, she used her experiences in the sport to instruct the new members of the Statute of Secrecy Task Force on body control techniques upon falling off a broom.
- Agility: Ginny was small and extremely fast, making her adept at dodging spells in combat and flying to catch the Golden Snitch at Quidditch matches. However, she sometimes could be trapped, as one time a Death Eater grabbed Ginny by the ankle.
"You've never been on the receiving end of one of her Bat-Bogey Hexes, have you?"
— Fred Weasley regarding Ginny's talent for the Bat-Bogey Hex
- Dark Arts: Ginny was surprisingly skilful in dark magic and with the casting of dark charms. In particular, the Bat-Bogey Hex, for which she was noted to be very adept from a fairly young age.[14] This even gained Professor Slughorn's notice entirely for her 'marvellous Bat-Bogey Hex'.[10] Ginny was capable of casting a very powerful and impressive Reductor Curse, which helped to distract Death Eaters once.[14] She was also described as firing well-aimed jinxes at her opponents.
- Leadership skills: At the age of sixteen, Ginny effectively co-led Dumbledore's Army alongside Luna Lovegood and Neville Longbottom, demonstrating her as a capable and resilient leader.
- Journalism: As the Head Quidditch Correspondent for the Daily Prophet following her retirement from professional Quidditch, Ginny has been shown in her articles to be a very fair and adept journalist and reporter, often composing very unbiased and accurate articles while still injecting a certain enthusiasm into her writing style. Her position as the head of this section of the Prophet shows her level of skill as a journalist and her level of responsibility, while still remaining a celebrated reporter.
Possessions
- Wand: Ginny's wand was made from yew, with an unknown length and core. Like most wizards and witches, she purchased it at Ollivanders before beginning her education at Hogwarts in 1992.
- Arnold: Ginny's Pygmy Puff, or miniature Puffskein, purchased from her brothers Fred and George Weasley at their shop, Weasley's Wizard Wheezes, in August of 1996.
- Broomstick: Ginny had an unknown broom which she used for Quidditch as Chaser or Seeker.
- T. M. Riddle's Diary: Tom Riddle's diary was in Ginny's possession before Harry Potter destroyed it in the Chamber of Secrets on 29 May 1993. The memory that resided in the diary had begun possessing and slowly draining the life out of Ginny.
- Dumbledore's Army coin: Each member of the D.A. had a coin that had numerals that changed into the time and date of the next meeting of the D.A. whenever the master coin (owned by Harry Potter) was changed. The coin would also warm up to alert the holder to the change.
- Bedroom: Ginny's bedroom was where she used to sleep at The Burrow. It is located on the first-floor landing. It was described as small, but bright. It also overlooks the family's orchard and was decorated with posters of the Weird Sisters and Gwenog Jones.[9]
- Weasley jumper: As a member of the Weasley family, she owned several Weasley Jumpers. They were made by Molly Weasley for family and friends and sent as Christmas gifts.
- Yule Ball robes: Ginny wore dress robes to the Yule Ball in 1994. She was accompanied to the ball by Neville Longbottom.
- Dress robes: These were the dress robes worn by Ginny to the Slug Club Christmas party on 20 December 1996.
- Bridesmaid's dress: This was the dress Ginny wore to Bill and Fleur's wedding. She was a bridesmaid along with Fleur's younger sister Gabrielle.
Relationships
The Weasleys
Parents
Ginny Weasley grew up in the bustling, love‑filled household of Arthur and Molly Weasley, a family whose warmth and steadfast loyalty shaped her into the confident, resilient young witch she became. From the moment she entered the world, Molly doted on her “little girl,” frequently reminding her that “it’s the best thing about being a Weasley” that she was “the youngest” and therefore the family’s most cherished. This maternal affection was a double‑edged sword: while it gave Ginny a secure sense of belonging, it also placed her under the watchful eye of a mother who could be both fiercely protective and occasionally overbearing. Arthur, by contrast, offered a steady, gentle influence, encouraging Ginny’s curiosity and independence. He often involved her in tinkering with magical gadgets in the family’s garage, prompting her early fascination with charms and potions and reinforcing the Weasley ethos of resourcefulness and humility. Their relationship was marked by a playful camaraderie—Arthur’s dry humor and Molly’s warm teasing creating an atmosphere where Ginny felt comfortable expressing herself, even when she was the only girl among a sea of brothers. As Ginner entered Hogwarts, the Weasleys’ support remained unwavering; letters, care packages, and frequent visits reminded her that home was a sanctuary she could always return to. The parental bond also provided a moral compass: when Ginny faced the dark allure of the Death Eaters or the pressures of fame after her relationship with Harry Potter blossomed, it was her parents’ steadfast belief in the power of love and courage that anchored her decisions. In short, Ginny’s relationship with Arthur and Molly was a blend of nurturing affection, gentle guidance, and a shared family ethos that empowered her to grow from a shy, timid first‑year into a bold, self‑assured witch—one who carried the Weasley legacy of loyalty, humor, and unshakable family love into every challenge she faced.
Siblings
Bill Weasley
Charlie Weasley
Ginny and Charlie Weasley share the easy‑going, rough‑and‑tumble bond that characterises the Weasley siblings, a relationship forged in a household where love and teasing were handed out in equal measure. Growing up at the Burrow, Ginny idolised her older brother’s adventurous spirit—Charlie’s fascination with dragons and his decision to work at the Romanian dragon sanctuary gave her a larger‑than‑life picture of bravery that she later emulated in her own career as a sports journalist covering Quidditch. In turn, Charlie’s laid‑back nature and love of the outdoors made him a patient, if slightly bewildered, confidant when Ginny needed a sounding board for the pressures of fame and motherhood; he would often greet her with a grin and a “What’s the latest headline, little sister?” that softened any lingering sibling rivalry.
When Ginny’s romantic relationship with Harry is still in its infancy, she mentions that “Charlie always makes me feel safe when he’s around—he’s got that dragon‑tough calm about him.” Later, Ginny’s brief but telling comment about the family’s “busy, dragon‑loving, Quidditch‑obsessed lot” underscores how Charlie’s influence remains a comforting backdrop to her life. Even after Charlie moves to Romania, the siblings keep in touch through letters and occasional visits, the latter often ending with Ginny teasing him about “still talking to lizards.” At the same time, Charlie retorts that at least he isn’t stuck writing match reports. Their relationship, therefore, is a blend of admiration, playful banter, and the unshakable loyalty that defines the Weasley clan. This sibling tie endures despite the physical distance between dragon pens and sports columns.
Percy Weasley
Ginny’s relationship with her elder brother, Percy, evolves from the typical childhood mix of admiration and irritation into a more mature, supportive bond that mirrors the Weasley family's overall healing. As the second‑eldest sibling, Percy initially occupied the role of the “go‑getter” who was constantly away at the Ministry, and his stern, rule‑abiding demeanor often made him seem aloof to his younger sisters, especially Ginny, who was already navigating the challenges of being the only girl in a boisterous, wizarding household. During their early teen years, Percy’s preoccupation with his career and his self‑righteous attitudes—most starkly displayed when he cut ties with the family over the Ministry’s stance on the wizarding war—left Ginny feeling both neglected and mildly resentful. However, the war’s climax forced Percy to confront the consequences of his choices, and his eventual return to the family circle sparked a quiet reconciliation. Ginny, who had grown into a confident, independent young woman by the time she entered Hogwarts, welcomed him back with a blend of sisterly teasing and genuine relief, recognizing that his newfound humility and willingness to fight alongside his kin signaled real change. Their renewed interactions—sharing jokes over dinner at the Burrow, offering each other counsel about love and duty, and standing side‑by‑side during the Battle of Hogwarts—highlight a bond that moved beyond the sibling hierarchy into genuine companionship. In the post‑war years, Percy’s earnest attempts to be more present and Ginny’s forgiving, upbeat nature cemented a relationship built on mutual respect, shared history, and the unshakable loyalty that defines the Weasley family.
Fred and George Weasley
The Weasley family is famous for its warmth, chaos, and unshakeable loyalty—qualities that shape the relationship between the youngest sister, Ginny, and her older brothers, Fred and George. The twin pranksters have a protective, if sometimes teasing, influence on her. While the twins delight in pulling jokes on unsuspecting victims—most famously the exploding pumpkin pasties and the “Marauder’s Map” incident—Ginny learns early on to match their wit with her own sharp tongue, developing a confidence that would later make her a formidable witch in her own right.
The twins’ relationship with Ginny is a blend of affection and encouragement. Unlike the more traditional, paternalistic treatment some of the older Weasley siblings offer, Fred and George treat Ginny as an equal partner in mischief. In Goblet of Fire, for instance, they are the ones who convince her to attend the Yule Ball with Harry, nudging her out of her shell and signaling a subtle shift from sisterly protection to sisterly endorsement. Their shared sense of humor becomes a silent language; a joke whispered in the Gryffindor common room or a sly grin across the Great Hall hints at an unspoken bond that transcends simple sibling rivalry.
When the twins finally leave Hogwarts to open Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes, Ginny becomes one of their most enthusiastic customers and, later, an unofficial publicist. Her frequent visits to the shop not only provide comic relief but also reveal how deeply she respects their entrepreneurial spirit. The twins, in turn, consistently champion Ginny’s own ambitions—most notably when they help smuggle her the “Gillyweed” for the Triwizard Tournament and later when they stand beside her during the Battle of Hogwarts, wielding their signature fireworks to distract Death Eaters while she battles alongside the Order.
Tragically, the relationship is forever altered by Fred’s untimely death. Ginny’s grief is palpable; she carries his memory in the tiny scar on her wrist, a reminder of the joke that turned fatal. Yet even in loss, the twins’ legacy lives on through Ginny’s resilience and her continued belief in joy as a weapon against darkness—a philosophy she inherited directly from Fred and George. In the epilogue, their influence is unmistakable: Ginny, now a confident sports journalist and mother of three, still possesses the mischievous sparkle that her brothers nurtured, proving that the bond they forged was not merely of blood but of shared laughter, daring, and an unyielding commitment to each other’s happiness.
Ron Weasley
"Well, you seemed too busy to call him a prat, and I thought someone should."
— Ginny regarding her brother Ron
Ginny and Ron Weasley’s bond is a blend of classic sibling rivalry and deep, unflinching loyalty that evolves dramatically over the course of the Harry Potter saga. Ginny is the youngest of the Weasley clan, and Ron, as the second‑oldest son, instinctively assumes the role of protector—often teasing her, sometimes shielding her from the harsher jokes of older brothers like Fred and George, and sometimes stepping on her toes when she insists on proving herself. Their banter is peppered with the kind of affectionate ribbing that marks any close‑knit family: Ron jokes about Ginny’s “big ears” and her “shrunken” stature, while Ginny retorts with sharp comebacks that hint at her emerging independence.
Ginny’s participation in Dumbledore’s Army, her prowess on the Quidditch pitch, and her growing confidence as a powerful witch force Ron to see her less as a cute little sister and more as a competent ally. When Ron’s crush on Hermione blossoms and later falters, Ginny remains a steady, non‑judgmental confidante, offering the kind of sibling solidarity that no friend could match. Their relationship is also tested by the war against Voldemort: both fight side by side at the Battle of Hogwarts, and the shared trauma cements a mutual respect that overrides earlier teasing. By the epilogue, Ron’s protective instincts have mellowed into genuine admiration—he proudly watches Ginny raise their children, often recalling how she once “stood up to him” in the most endearing way. Ultimately, Ginny and Ron’s relationship is a microcosm of the Weasley family’s warmth: a mixture of playful rivalry, steadfast support, and an unshakeable sense that, no matter how chaotic the world becomes, they can always count on each other.
Husband and Children
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Simply put, Harry Potter was the love of Ginny's life. At age ten, she only briefly made his acquaintance when he boarded the Hogwarts Express with her brother Ron.[5] She developed a crush on him nonetheless.[8] Shy and clumsy around him, Ginny confided her feelings in Tom Riddle's Diary. Her outpouring of emotions enabled Riddle's memory to take control of her. When Ginny saw Harry had the diary in his pile of books, she stole it from his room, as she didn’t want Harry to know about her feelings towards him, and she feared Tom Riddle would tell him. Harry eventually saved her life in the Chamber of Secrets by slaying Salazar Slytherin's Basilisk with Godric Gryffindor's Sword and destroying the diary with one of the serpent's fangs.[8] Harry saving her life served to make her more withdrawn when in his presence, barely able to speak in front of him.[15] She even sent him a singing card on Valentine's Day.
Meanwhile, Harry was friendly toward Ginny, but did not return her romantic feelings, at least not yet. When Ginny was in her third year, Ron suggested that Harry take her to the Yule Ball, but as it turned out, she already had a date. Harry, given his purely platonic interest in Ginny at the time, was not upset by this. However, Ginny was 'extremely miserable' and left the common room with her head bowed, upset at the knowledge that she could have gone to the ball with her long-time crush. Ginny sought advice from Hermione Granger, who suggested that she relax in front of Harry, be true to herself, and possibly even date other boys.[10] Taking this advice, Ginny dated both Michael Corner[14] and Dean Thomas in her fourth and fifth years. Even though she dated other boys, Ginny never completely gave up on the hope that Harry would reciprocate her affections.
"Give it a rest, Hermione! By the sound of it, Malfoy was trying to use an Unforgivable Curse; you should be glad Harry had something good up his sleeve!"
— Ginny standing up to Hermione on Harry's behalf
Ginny would often defend Harry whenever she felt it was needed, such as in 1992 when she stood up to Draco Malfoy and fiercely told him 'to leave [Harry] alone'. She also told off Blaise Zabini in 1996 when he insulted Harry and even stood up to Hermione, her close personal friend in defence of his use of the Sectumsempra curse on Malfoy. In 1997, she told off her then-boyfriend Dean Thomas for laughing at the fact that Harry was injured by Cormac McLaggen during a Quidditch match. On 11 July 2014, Rita Skeeter remarked that Harry was 'publicity-hungry' just as Ginny was approaching, and was subsequently taken 'unaccountably ill' with what some called 'a jinx to the solar plexus'.[30] Ginny was also somewhat possessive of Harry. She was visibly displeased with the attention Gabrielle Delacour paid him, and spoke up when Harry's ex-girlfriend, Cho Chang, volunteered to take Harry to see Rowena Ravenclaw's Diadem, insisting that Luna Lovegood take Harry instead.
In Ginny's fifth year, Harry started to fall in love with her as well. His feelings had presumably been developing since the previous year. She had reasserted herself as a vibrant, witty, and independent young woman, rather than an awkward and shy little girl. They had a lot in common — both played Quidditch, both had suffered at the hands of Lord Voldemort, and both showed great strength in defensive and offensive magic. Both have also fought alongside one another on a number of occasions. In the beginning of the year, Harry was slightly disappointed when, after a summer together, he remembered that Ginny did not normally hang around the trio at school. However, he did not realise the scope of his feelings for her until he and Ron ran into Ginny and Dean kissing. After witnessing them kissing, he frequently hoped that Dean and Ginny would break up.
"I never really gave up on you. Not really. I always hoped.... Hermione told me to get on with life, maybe go out with some other people, relax a bit around you, because I never used to be able to talk if you were in the room, remember? And she thought you might take a bit more notice if I was a bit more myself."
— How Ginny never got over her feelings for Harry
By the end of her fifth year, Ginny and Harry began dating after spontaneously kissing in the aftermath of Gryffindor winning the Quidditch Cup. They broke up shortly thereafter, as Harry realised that if they continued dating openly, Voldemort would seek to use her to get to him, as he had done previously. He simply could not bring himself to endanger her life while he sought a way to destroy Voldemort. Calling the breakup an 'act of nobility', Ginny accepted his decision, but always held onto the hope that he would return to her.[10] In spite of the break-up, their feelings for each other remained as strong as ever. On Harry's seventeenth birthday, Ginny kissed him as she had never kissed him before,' though they were interrupted by Ron, with Hermione in tow. Ron discouraged Harry from 'getting [Ginny's] hopes up,' mentioning that his sister was 'really cut up' when Harry attempted to end their relationship. Hermione, on the other hand, seemed to be more sympathetic toward Harry and Ginny's actions.
While hunting for Horcruxes, Harry would stare at her dot on the Marauder's Map for hours, hoping that she could somehow sense that he was watching over her. At school, Ginny participated in and helped lead an underground rebellion, during which she, Neville, and Luna even attempted to steal Godric Gryffindor's Sword from the Headmaster's office. They had heard that it was left to Harry in Dumbledore's will, and guessed that he needed it.[9] Harry and Ginny next saw each other shortly before the Battle of Hogwarts.
When the battle began, Harry wanted Ginny to stay out of the fighting, but was forced to ask her to leave the safety of the Room of Requirement when he, Hermione, and Ron searched it for Ravenclaw's Diadem. As Harry prepared to be killed by Voldemort, he thought of Ginny, 'her blazing looks, and the feel of her lips on his.'[9] When it seemed that Harry had been murdered by Voldemort, Ginny was beyond heartbroken and screamed louder than anyone. The supposed death of her one love was enough to drive Ginny to attack the incredibly powerful Bellatrix Lestrange alongside Luna and Hermione. When the battle was over she was one of the first ones who rushed to hug Harry.
Ginny and Harry rekindled their romance in the aftermath of the Second Wizarding War and were eventually married. The union produced three children: James Sirius, Albus Severus, and Lily Luna.[9] All three of the couple's children were named in honour of family members, friends, and allies (most of whom they are named after are deceased). Their marriage is shown to be mature and understanding. Harry also affectionately calls Ginny 'Gin', rather than her full name.
It was also revealed that after the events in the Chamber of Secrets, people shut Ginny out of their lives, but Harry came to her and played a game of Exploding Snap. Ginny claimed that she also felt specific love from Harry since that day and that his love for her always made her feel stronger. The two made Ginny's brother Ron and his wife Hermione the godparents to their eldest son, and Neville Longbottom the godfather to their second son. They also have several nieces and nephews.
Despite their affectionate and passionate marriage, Ginny retained her ability to put Harry in his place over his actions and behaviours, such as when she forbade him from entering Albus's room during his disappearance.
In-laws
Fleur Delacour
Ginny, along with Molly and Hermione, disliked Fleur, viewing her as snobby, superficial, and annoying.g
After Fenrir Greyback disfigured Bill Weasley, Fleur's refusal to leave him demonstrated her deep, sincere love. This won over the Weasley family, including Ginny, and the two became close over time.
Audrey Weasley
Ginny and Audrey become sisters‑in‑law, each bringing a distinct personality to the bustling Weasley household and, over time, forging a relationship that blends camaraderie, mutual respect, and a shared sense of duty to the wizarding community.
Ginny, the bold, quick‑witted youngest Weasley, has always been the family’s informal ambassador to the Muggle world. Her experience as a professional Quidditch player, a journalist for the Daily Prophet, and a mother of three gives her a confident, outward‑looking demeanor. Audrey, by contrast, is often portrayed as a more reserved, Ministry‑trained witch whose career in magical law or public service (depending on the source) emphasizes careful deliberation and a strong moral compass. Their first interactions would likely have been mediated by Percy’s enthusiastic attempts to introduce his wife to the rest of the clan during the chaotic post‑war reunions at the Burrow.
The contrast in their temperaments creates a complementary partnership. Ginny’s easy charm helps Audrey feel at home amid the Weasleys’ perpetual chatter and food‑filled gatherings, while Audrey’s measured advice offers Ginny a grounded perspective on the political currents that still swirl around the Ministry. In family moments—whether it’s cheering on the Gryffindor Quidditch team, helping the younger siblings with homework, or offering quiet counsel during the occasional Weasley‑family crisis—the two women quickly discover common ground in their love for their husband’s brotherly siblings and their shared commitment to safeguarding the next generation of witches and wizards.
Fans who have followed the “Percy & Audrey” ship often highlight small, endearing scenes that illustrate this bond: a late‑night tea in the kitchen where Audrey patiently listens to Ginny’s anecdotes from the Quidditch pitch; a joint effort to organize a charity fundraiser for magical creatures, merging Ginny’s public‑facing charisma with Audrey’s bureaucratic know‑how; and the gentle rivalry that sparks when both women compete to teach the Weasley children the perfect “Patronus” spell. These vignettes, while not part of J.K. Rowling’s original canon, resonate because they reflect an authentic family dynamic—one where new members are welcomed, differences are celebrated, and love for the Weasley name becomes the glue that binds them together.
In sum, the relationship between Ginny and Audrey Weasley can be imagined as a warm, evolving sister‑in‑law connection, rooted in shared family values and the complementary strengths each woman brings to the Weasley clan. Their bond enriches the tapestry of the wizarding world, reminding us that even in a universe filled with magic, the most powerful spells are often those of kindness, understanding, and familial love.
Angelina Johnson
From the moment they first crossed paths in the Gryffindor common room, Ginny Weasley and Angelina Johnson were bound together by the same house, the same sport, and the same fierce loyalty to those they loved. Both joined the Gryffindor Quidditch team in their fifth year—Angelina as captain and senior Chaser, Ginny as an eager Chaser who would later take up the Seeker’s role. Their on‑field partnership was a study in complementary talent: Angelina’s natural leadership and razor‑sharp tactical mind set the tone for the squad, while Ginny’s raw speed and unflinching determination injected a fresh, daring energy. In the locker rooms and on the pitch, they exchanged the quick, supportive banter that only teammates who trust each other's catch‑and‑release instincts can share, and each victory was celebrated as a joint triumph.
Beyond the bounds of the Quidditch pitch, their relationship deepened through the shared crucible of the Second Wizarding War. Both joined Dumbledore’s Army in secret, attending clandestine meetings in the Hog’s Head and the Room of Requirement, where they learned defensive spells side by side. In the Battle of the Department of Mysteries and later at Hogwarts, they fought shoulder‑to‑shoulder against Death Eaters, each covering the other’s blind spots with the same instinct that made them such effective quaffle-partners. Their mutual respect was evident when Angelina, already romantically involved with Fred Weasley, never treated Ginny as a rival; instead, she welcomed the younger Weasley into the inner circle, offering the same protective camaraderie she’d shown the older Gryffindors.
By the time their school years ended, Ginny and Angelina had forged a friendship that survived beyond the castle walls. Though their lives diverged—Ginny marrying Harry Potter and starting a family, Angelina later marrying the charismatic Ron Weasley—their bond remained a quiet thread linking two of Gryffindor’s most spirited women. In interviews after the war, both have spoken fondly of each other, recalling late‑night study sessions, shared jokes about the chaos of Quidditch practice, and the unspoken promise that, whenever the wizarding world needed a strong, fierce Gryffindor, they’d answer the call together. Their relationship may never have taken centre‑stage in the narrative, but it stands as a testament to the power of friendship forged in competition, courage, and shared purpose.
Luna Lovegood
Ginny’s relationship with Luna blossomed into a uniquely supportive sister‑in‑law alliance. Both girls share a fierce independence, a love of Quidditch, and an unapologetic willingness to defy expectations—qualities that would have drawn them together from the moment Luna entered the Weasley household. Ginny, who grew up as the youngest of seven and learned early how to make her voice heard amid boisterous brothers, would have found a kindred spirit in Luna’s ethereal confidence and her habit of seeing the world through a lens of wonder rather than skepticism.
In the early months after the wedding, Ginny acted as Luna’s informal guide to “normal” Weasley life: introducing her to the noisy kitchen table debates, teaching her how to braid a proper Weasley hair tie, and showing her the ropes of managing a household that runs on both magical practicality and chaotic improvisation. In turn, Luna’s gentle, otherworldly perspective would have offered Ginny much‑needed respite from the relentless drive that defined her career as a professional Quidditch player and later as a sports journalist. Their evenings might have been spent sharing tea—Luna’s lavender‑infused brew alongside Ginny’s favorite butterbeer—while swapping stories of past battles, the latest magical discoveries, and the occasional conspiracy theory about Crumple-Horned Snorkacks.
Because both women are fiercely loyal to the people they love, their bond would also have strengthened the larger Weasley–Lovegood family network. Luna’s father, Xenophilius, would have found an eager audience in Ginny for his latest edition of The Quibbler, while Ginny’s mother, Molly, would have delighted in Luna’s unconventional gifts—perhaps a hand‑knit scarf made of moon‑silk or a pair of enchanted spectacles that reveal hidden runes. Moreover, the duo’s shared sense of humor—Ginny’s quick‑witted sarcasm complemented by Luna’s deadpan surrealism—would have made them the unofficial morale boosters at any family gathering, turning even the most mundane Weasley reunion into a night of laughter and spontaneous magical experiments.
Ultimately, Ginny and Luna’s relationship would have been defined by mutual respect and a deep, sisterly affection. While Ginny’s fiery spirit would keep Luna grounded, Luna’s serene curiosity would remind Ginny to pause and savor the marvels hidden in everyday life. In a world where the Weasleys already cherished the values of love, loyalty, and bravery, the addition of Luna as a sister‑in‑law would have only amplified those virtues, turning the Burrow into a place where the ordinary and the extraordinary lived side by side in perfect, whimsical harmony.
Lily and James Potter
Although Ginny Weasley never met Lily or James Potter—both of whom were killed by Voldemort a decade before her birth—their presence shaped her life in subtle, profound ways. Growing up in the warm, chaotic Weasley household, Ginny was constantly reminded of the Potters’ heroism; the family’s walls were plastered with photographs, scarves, and stories that celebrated James’s mischievous daring and Lily’s fierce, protective love. When the Weasleys joined the Order of the Phoenix, the memory of the Potters became a rallying point, and the children—Ron, Ginny, and their cousins—internalised the couple’s values of bravery, loyalty, and sacrifice.
At Hogwarts, Ginny’s first real encounter with the Potters’ legacy arrived through her friendship with Harry. Watching him speak reverently of his parents, she came to understand the personal weight of the Potter name: Lily’s kindness echoed in Ginny’s own compassion for friends, while James’s penchant for mischief found a mirror in her quick wit and daring Quidditch play. The trio’s shared battles—against the Death Eaters, the maze of the Triwizard Tournament, and ultimately the final stand at Hogwarts—wove Ginny’s fate tightly together with the Potters’ unfinished story.
In the years after the war, Ginny’s relationship with Lily and James became more intimate, not through direct interaction but through the living memory she cultivated with Harry. She cherished his anecdotes, kept the couple’s photographs beside her own family portraits, and, as a future mother herself, vowed to pass on the same blend of courage and compassion that Lily and James embodied. In this way, Ginny’s bond with the Potters transcended time: it is a relationship forged by admiration, nurtured by shared experience, and sustained by the enduring values that the Potters left behind.
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