For stories and plays

I write stories and plays, and then I need names. The names must be original, but not too strange. People don't like books about people with the same name as they have, while I don't want my characters to have very strange names. I think many people using nameberry are looking for names like these.
  1. Aeva
    • Description:

      Aeva is a feminine name that appears to be a modern variant spelling of Eva or Ava, both of which have ancient roots. Eva derives from the Hebrew name Chava meaning "life" or "living one," while Ava has potential Persian origins meaning "voice" or "sound." The addition of the initial 'e' to Ava creates a distinctive spelling while maintaining familiar pronunciation. This contemporary variation emerged as parents began seeking unique spellings of classic names. Aeva combines the timeless simplicity of its traditional counterparts with a touch of modern flair. The name's balanced structure of two syllables and flowing vowel sounds gives it an elegant, feminine quality that appeals to parents looking for something slightly unusual yet still accessible.

  2. Asger
    • Avelynn
      • Boras
        • Elba
          • Origin:

            Place-name
          • Description:

            The site of Napoleon's exile became the great-great-aunt in the purple hat.
        • Linus
          • Origin:

            Greek
          • Meaning:

            "flax"
          • Description:

            Can Linus lose its metaphorical security blanket and move from the Peanuts page onto the birth certificate? We think it has enough charm and other positive elements going for it for the answer to be yes.
        • Louisiana
          • Origin:

            French place-name
          • Description:

            Louisiana is a geographic spin on the Louise theme. Pretty, if a bit of a syllable overload. Short form Lou or Lulu lightens it.
        • lynnart
          • uppsala