Name Origin
 

I know normally we have a moment in the story where it is explained that Splinter chose the names of his favorite artists, or names from a book Renaissance art that was found floating in the sewers.

The name origin moment is normally added in the origin tales that are often featured in the beginning of the series. And it easily could have been tacked on to origin story in Rise of the Turtles. However in this version it is introduced late into the series, and yes it's probable that they were wanting to have the first reaction to Splinter be with another character aside from April.

However in many cases when something like a name origin is mentioned so late into the series there is a reason for it. It makes me wonder if we are going to see a flash back as to when the Turtles received their names.

We all know there were more then just those four artists in the Renaissance, and we do know those were the artists that Splinter liked most. However how did he know which name fit which Turtle. It is plausible that had noted characteristics from them and had named them accordingly.

For example Leonardo means "Strong as a Lion" and he may have earned that name because of how protective he is of his family and his potential to be a noble leader.

Donatello was one of the artists who was credited with influencing the Renaissance. He was both a sculptor and an innovator and his methods influenced many artists who came after him.

Like wise Splinter may have noticed Donnie as a genius or at maybe Donnie's over all desire to learn and be influenced by the things around him. And like his namesake have the potential to leave a lasting impact not only in their family but the world outside the sewers.

I donno about earning the names, that feels a little... Fan fic-y and tacked on.

I wouldn't be surprised if Splinter already had the Turtles named when he got them at the pet store.

Oo, that'd be neat for a change. Although I have to admit, I'm interested in seeing a name origin flashback eventually.

^ This.

And I doubt that just because the name origin wasn't revealed early on means there's any special reason for it. Just look at the original live action movies. The name origin wasn't revealed till the Secret Of the Ooze.

Earning the names makes absolutly no bloody sense. If that was done then they were named wrong.

Donatello was the founding father of the renaissance.
Da Vinci was a scientist/inventor
Michelangelo was a hot head with a major rivalry with Da Vinci.
Raphael Sanzio was the youngest and more laid back than the others.

Huh I thought Mike and Raph were the other way around. Interesting.