Asked by: Chabe Collier

What should I name my characters?

12 tips on how to name your characters

• Keep the time period of your story and your character’s age in mind. …
• Make sure your characters’ names fit their ethnic background. …
• Pick a name that fits the character’s personality. …
• If you want, pay attention to a name’s meaning. …
• Avoid giving several characters similar names.

What should I name my character in a story?

How to Choose Character Names

• Be Realistic. There are a lot of Mary’s in the world, which is precisely why your novel may need one. …
• Mind the Genre. Quick! …
• Be Consistent. …
• Be Dissimilar. …
• Avoid Name Associations. …
• Choose Easy to Pronounce Names. …
• Reinforce the Character’s Qualities. …
• Re-Evaluate the Character’s Name.

What are good made up names?

Top ‘Made-Up Names’ for Boys

• Jaspin.
• Charleston.
• Brigham.
• Ranger.
• Wrenlow.
• Eastley.
• Graylen.
• Albion.

How do you make a catchy character name?

Tips For Naming Your Characters

1. 1 — Make it memorable. Typical names are easy to forget. …
2. 2 — Lend it meaning. Allegories call for telling names like Prudence and Truth and Pride, but modern stories should be more subtle. …
3. 3 — Make it fit. …
4. 4 — Keep it reader friendly. …
5. 5 — Keep Character Names Distinct.

What name means death?

Thana means “death.” Thanatos is also a Greek name for the god of death.