Writing Related Word Names

An occupation name with a preppy, scholarly air, Author could fit in alongside Arthur and August or Chosen and Booker, in terms of sound and style. Author saw more usage that you might think in the first half of the 20th century, peaking in 1933 when it was given to nearly 60 boys. While some may have used it as an occupational and word name, others may have chosen owing to misspelling or misinterpreting the classic Arthur.

Booker would make for a very cool name, for writers, reformers, R & B fans and those wanting to pay tribute to Booker T. Washington.

A variant of the surname Cannon, or an English word name with several possible meanings. A canon is a clergyman, as well as a rule or law – especially within religious doctrine. In the arts, canon is also the name of the whole oeuvre or work of a particular writer or creator.

Diamante was a commonly-used feminine name among Italian Jews in the Middle Ages. Today, it's more popular for boys than girls in the US.

Extravagant virtue name which is notably the first name of the British TV detective Inspector Morse.

Inventive name for the child of a writer.

Fantasy is an uncommon feminine name derived directly from the English word, which originated from Latin 'phantasia' meaning 'imagination' or 'appearance.' As a given name, Fantasy emerged during the late 20th century when word names and virtue-adjacent concepts became more acceptable as naming choices. The name evokes qualities of imagination, creativity, and dreamlike wonder. While distinctly unusual as a personal name, Fantasy appeals to parents seeking something truly distinctive that embodies artistic and imaginative qualities. The name's rarity ensures individuality but may also present challenges as it's more commonly recognized as a concept rather than a name. Fantasy fits within the broader trend of abstract concept names, alongside choices like Destiny or Harmony, though it remains far less common than these more established options.

An appealing Hawaiian name which belongs to a town, river and bay on Kauaʻi island in Hawaii. The two possible meanings of the name, "crescent bay" or "garland (lei) valley" both describe the beauty of the place.

Despite the possibility of gender confusion, the Hero in Greek myth was a woman. Myleene Klass got that when she chose Hero for her daughter, and Sam Taylor-Wood and Aaron Johnson used it as their daughter's middle--and we wouldn't be surprised to see more girls with this heroic name.

As a personal name, it may not have much history, but it certainly suggests the subject.

If you like such uplifting New Age word names as Peace and Justice, the evocative and pretty Imagine should definitely be on your short list.