megamore's list "Doctor Who Names" of 20 great name ideas: Ranulf - Kitty!

Doctor Who Names

Names that feature in the British science fiction TV series Doctor Who from both the classic run (1963-1989) and the current run (2005-present). This list includes names of major characters and minor characters.

Ranulf

Icthar

Short and to the point, muscular and strong. 

Curt

Arak

Ortezo

Kimber

Ikona

Mordred

As a Biblical name, Nimrod appears in the Old Testament as a great-grandson of Noah, a founder of Babylon, and a famous hunter. In popular culture, its image was altered after the dopey Looney Tunes villain, Elmer Fudd, was called "nimrod" by Daffy Duck in a 40s cartoon. It since became associated less with rebellion and hunting, and more with being a fool.
 
Used only sporadically in the US, it is however a popular choice in Hungary, where it is written as Nimród (NEEM-rod) and ranked in the Top 20 in a recent year. Also used Israel and occasionally in the UK, Nimrod has been notably borne by folk singer and trade unionist, Nimrod Workman, journalist and comedy writer Nimrod Kamer, and basketball player Nimrod Levi.

Nimrod

Ambrose

Ashildr

Becka is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Rebecca, which comes from Hebrew meaning "to bind" or "to tie." This shortened version has a friendly, approachable quality while maintaining connections to its biblical heritage. Becka offers a slightly less common alternative to the more frequently used nickname Becky. The name peaked in popularity during the 1970s and 1980s but has since become less common, giving it a somewhat vintage charm for modern bearers. Becka strikes a balance between familiarity and distinctiveness—recognizable without being overused. The straightforward spelling makes it accessible across cultures, and its informal, warm sound often conveys a down-to-earth personality. For parents seeking a name with biblical roots but a contemporary feel, Becka offers an appealing option.

Becka

Bel is a short, feminine name with multicultural origins. It can be derived from the French word 'belle' meaning 'beautiful,' function as a diminutive of names like Isabel, Belinda, or Annabel, or connect to the Celtic god Belenus. In Hebrew contexts, it might relate to 'Bel' meaning 'heart.' This concise name carries elegant simplicity while maintaining depth through its varied etymological connections. While never ranking among top popular names, Bel has seen occasional usage across different cultures. Its brevity makes it distinctive in an era when longer names are common. The name appeals to parents seeking a minimalist yet meaningful option with international versatility and positive connotations of beauty or affection.

Bev is primarily a feminine name that originated as a short form of Beverly, which was initially an English surname derived from a place name meaning 'beaver stream.' This concise, single-syllable name carries a friendly, approachable quality that became particularly popular in the mid-20th century. Bev gained independent usage during the 1950s and 1960s when nickname forms were often given as formal names. While its popularity has declined since its peak, Bev retains a vintage charm and unpretentious warmth. It exemplifies the mid-century trend of short, efficient names and continues to be appreciated for its simplicity and nostalgic appeal.

Ties to the unfortunate Mama are now unraveling, leaving Cass or Cassie to stand on its own as a fresher sounding Cathy or Kate. With gender-neutral names abound and the growing trend of boyish nicknames for girls, Cass may be on the up and up. 

Cass

Cathica

Ilya

Like Maisie, Archie, and Jamie, Kirsty is a Scottish diminutive that is equally established as a name in its own right. Derived from Kirstin or Kirsteen — Scottish forms of Christine or Christina — Kirsty was popular from the 70s through until the 2010s in UK, and also ranked in Australia and New Zealand around the same period.
 
Some of Kirsty's rise to popularity may have been down to its appearance in a 1960s British soap opera, called The Newcomers. The character, played by Jenny Agutter, made her debut in 1965. There's also the singer Kirsty MacColl (daughter to Ewan MacColl) who began her career in the 70s.
 
While alternative spelling Kirstie has ranked in the US charts, this form never has.

Kirsty

This endearing nickname name is one Katherine pet form that predates all the Kathys and Katies, having been fairly common in the eighteenth century. With the current mini-craze for animal-related names, Kitty is sounding cute and cuddly again&mdash;she's already jumped back onto the U.K. list, at number 199.
 Kitty was one of the Bennet sisters in Pride and Prejudice and was a character in Dickens's Bleak House; Ginger Rogers won an Oscar for her performance in Kitty Foyle, and vintage TV fans might remember the alluring Miss Kitty in Gunsmoke. Since then there have been pop culture Kittys galore, including Calista Flockhart's character on Brothers and Sisters, a mom on That 70's Show and Kitty Pryde, one of the X-Men.
 Singer Kitty Carlisle was born Catherine, country singer Kitty Wells grew up as Muriel, and Presidential candidate's wife Kitty Dukakis was born Katharine.
 A historical reference is Kitty Hawk, where the Wright brothers performed their aeronautical experiments. 
 Short form Kit has been used in recent years for several strong-willed movie heroines and may prove a lively alternative to Kate.