classifiedcosmos's list "Character Names For Me" of 20 great name ideas: Embeth - Enyo!

Character Names For Me

A long list of names for me to use for characters in anything I wanna create.

South African-raised actress Embeth Davidtz added this unique smooth name to the mix. Perfect if you can't decide between Emma and Elizabeth and more unusual than Annabeth.

Embeth

A truly multicultural choice, with separate origins from Scandinavia (also spelled Viveca and Vivica), as well as India (with spiritual meaning in Hinduism). 

Viveka

Sweet old-fashioned nickname name that could make a comeback in the wake of Sadie, Edie et al. Famous bearers include author Dodie Smith, who wrote The Hundred and One Dalmatians and I Capture the Castle.
Downside: The dodo bird.

Dodie

Cinderella stepsister type Victorian-valentine name. 

Dorinda

Whether you take this as a female form of the mythical wanderer's name Odysseus or a spin on the place name Odessa makes a huge difference.  But both names have that potential playground problem of the initial Od- syllable, as in odor.

Odyssia

Poetic and whimsical but with touch of valor about it, Roselotte is a rare compound name, blending two classics together. It would likely be pronounced with four syllables ("RO-zuh-law-tuh") in German, three in Dutch ("ROZ-law-tuh") and two or three in English ("ROZ-loht" or ROZ-uh-loht").

Roselotte

This cheerful name would be a fun seasonal choice of middle name for a child born around the holidays — or as a pet name for a dog or cat adopted during the Christmas season.
 
Jolly has been used as a given name sporadically, typically in relation to the surname. As a last name, Jolly is found among the English, Scottish, and French. It originated as a nickname for a positive person, derived from Middle English Old French jolif, joli, meaning "cheerful" or "pretty".

Jolly

In mythology, Iphigenia was sacrificed by her father, Agamemnon -- a difficult legacy to pass on to a daughter, and only one reason the name is hardly ever used. 

Iphigenia

Not most people's favorite day, but a pretty name. 

Monday

This Katherine variation, used through Ireland and Scotland, is pronounced like Katrina. The name became popular after the Crusaders brought home stories about the colorful fourth century martyr, Catherine of Alexandria. Its later popularity increased following the success of Robert Louis Stevenson's 1893 Catriona, the sequel to Kidnapped.

Catriona

The name of several early saints, including one, Pelagia the Penitent, a beautiful and licentious dancing girl who repented, then, disguised as a man, spent the rest of her life living alone in a cave on the Mount of Olives. Because of her early vocation, she is the patron saint of actresses.

Pelagia

A merry surname cousin of Kerrigan, could make a lively choice for a happy little girl.

Merrigan

A cool name, representing the Roman goddess of peace and offering a positive message to bestow upon a child. Pax is one of the most stylish new <a href="https://nameberry.com/list/411/baby-names-that-mean-peace">names that mean peace</a>.

Odie is a charming feminine name that often functions as a diminutive for names like Odette, Odelia, or Odessa, though it has also gained usage as an independent name. With Greek roots, it's related to 'ode,' suggesting a lyrical or poetic quality. The name gained some recognition through the lovable dog character in the 'Garfield' comic strip, giving it a playful, friendly association. Odie has a vintage feel reminiscent of the early 20th century when short, sweet nicknames were often used as given names. Its simplicity and cheerful sound make it appealing to parents seeking something unpretentious yet distinctive for their daughters.

Odie

It may take another generation or so, but this category of Hettie-Lettie-Lottie names could make a comeback. 

Hettie

Winnavie has the endearing sounds of vintage Winnie, but the cadence of contemporary choices like Waverley, Everly, and Romilly. The exact etymology of the name is unknown, however, it may be related to the Old English names Wynniva and Wynnġifu, meaning "gift of joy".
 
It could equally be connected to Guinevere, meaning "white phantom, white wave", or to Winifred ("blessed peacemaking"). More generally, you could associate it with the winn sound, giving you the meanings "joy" or "friend" from Old English, and "blessed, fair" from Welsh.
 
Currently a rare option, it may work as an alternative to Winry or Winslow.

Winnavie

Yes, Timothy has been given to baby girls before — although how many were the result of a clerical error, we can’t be sure.

Timothy

Sveta is a feminine Slavic name primarily used in Russia, Ukraine, Czech Republic, and other Eastern European countries. It functions as both a standalone name and a diminutive form of Svetlana, derived from the Slavic word "svet" meaning "light" or "bright." The name carries connotations of luminosity, purity, and radiance. Sveta enjoys moderate popularity in Slavic countries but remains relatively uncommon in Western nations, giving it an exotic quality outside Eastern Europe. The name's brevity makes it easy to pronounce across different languages while maintaining its distinctive cultural character. For many, Sveta evokes images of warmth and clarity, reflecting its etymology related to light. The name has a gentle strength that balances traditional roots with modern simplicity.

Sveta

Elfie is a charming feminine name with Germanic and Scandinavian roots. It originated as a diminutive form of names containing the element 'alf' or 'elf', which in Germanic mythology referred not to tiny creatures but to supernatural beings of great beauty and power. It can also be a nickname for names like Elfrieda or Elizabeth in some cultures. The name evokes qualities of whimsy, magic, and enchantment, with its fairy-tale associations giving it a playful, ethereal character. While never achieving mainstream popularity, Elfie has experienced periodic interest, particularly in European countries. Its brevity and sweet sound appeal to parents seeking something distinctive yet endearing. The name's magical connotations give it a sense of wonder and imagination.

Elfie

Enyo is the Greek goddess of war, the female counterpart to the god Ares. Enyo's Roman equivalent in Bellona.