Character Names
Welcome all writers! If you’re in the process of naming fictional characters, you’ve come to the right place. Check out our 10 Tips for Choosing Character Names, as well as our library of articles analyzing character names from literary and pop culture, for your inspiration.
Need professional name consulting for your project? We can help with that, too. Whatever you’re writing, be aware that the personal names in your work is the first impression your audience has of your characters and their place in your created universe.
Names from Severance – Clues into the Characters & Storyline
NO SPOILERS Severance is a critically acclaimed psychological thriller/dark comedy series on Apple TV, created by Dan Erickson and directed by Ben Stiller and Aoife McArdle. The show follows employees…
20 Great Movies with Names in the Title
Putting a character name in a movie title can create an immediate connection between the audience and the film, offering a personal lens through which viewers can engage with the…
Names from Outlander: A Deep Dive into their History and Meaning
Outlander has captivated fans across the world since the release of its first novel in 1991 by Diana Gabaldon, through its subsequent STARZ television series. Combining historical fiction, romance, and…
Names from Bridgerton
Dearest BabyNamers, This author finds themselves compelled to share the delightful monikers of the Bridgerton television universe. After becoming immensely popular when the show first released in 2020, the third…
The Memorable Names from Wonka
Many of us grew up with the classic 1971 film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, based on the 1964 novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl. Its…
Names from Succession
Succession is one of the biggest hits of HBO Max since, well, probably The Sopranos. In fact, there are many similarities in the two series: Succession is a drama about…
Character Naming Tips
If you’re a writer, one of the first and most exciting things you’ll do is name your cast of characters. You’d think it would be like naming your imaginary friends…
Star Trek Names
It’s not unusual to look up into the sky for inspiration when it comes to searching for the perfect name. After all, many parents feel babies are heaven-sent. From Sunny,…