Character Names For Me

Merilyn

English, combination of Merry and Lynn

All the names ending in-lyn seem sadly dated.

Deeda

English diminutive of names that start with D

Bouncy vintage pet form of names like Dorothy and Dolores.

Ruthann

Ruthann is a feminine name that combines the classic biblical name Ruth with the suffix 'ann.' Ruth derives from Hebrew origins, meaning 'friend,' 'companion,' or 'vision of beauty.' This combination…

Dreamy

Ainslee

Ainslee is a feminine name with Scottish origins, derived from a surname that referred to a meadow or clearing in the wood. It's a variation of Ainsley, with the double 'e' ending giving it a more…

Obie

Fawnie

English

"fawn, young deer"

If you like Bambi but want something just a shade less cutesy, Fawnie might be the one for you. A nickname-y elaboration of Fawn, it means "young deer", and while it is still very sweet, its sounds…

Orphie

Orphie is a feminine name that likely originated as a diminutive form of Orpheus, the legendary musician and poet in Greek mythology. The masculine name Orpheus derives from the Greek word 'orphne,'…

Pollie

Pollie is a delightful feminine name typically serving as a diminutive of names like Pauline, Paula, or Polly. It has English origins and derives ultimately from the Latin name 'Paulus,' meaning…

Camie

Camie is a feminine name that likely originated as a diminutive form of names like Camilla, Cameron, or Camila. It carries a sweet, friendly quality with its soft sound and -ie ending, which is…

Alesya

Jozlyn

Jozlyn is a feminine name that appears to be a modern variation of Jocelyn or a blend of names like Joslyn and Jazlyn. Jocelyn has Germanic origins meaning 'member of the Gauts tribe,' though this…

Finlee

Variation of Finley, Irish and Scottish

"fair-haired hero"

Finley is an attractive surname-name given to near-equal numbers of baby girls and boys in the US last year -- close to 1200 of each. Finlee was used for fewer than 100 babies and given to nearly…

Kane

Tallie

Diminutive of Talia, Hebrew

"gentle dew from heaven"

Tallie is a seldom-heard nickname name that, with the ascendance of Hallie and Callie, we might just be hearing more of. In Colonial times, Tallie was also a nickname for Natalie.

Kaycie

Kaycie is a feminine name that emerged as a modern variant spelling of Casey or Kasey. Originally an Irish surname derived from 'Cathasaigh' meaning 'vigilant' or 'watchful,' it transitioned to…

Breezy

English word name

"pleasantly windy"

This light and cheerful word name conjured up imagery of breezy days at the beach, kids flying kites, or wind blowing through the trees — all lovely associations. Sixteen baby girls were named Breezy…

Amybeth

English, compound name

"beloved + pledged to god"

A pretty combination of Amy and Beth, borne by Anne with an E actress Amybeth McNulty. It gives Little Women and vintage vibes.

Emalyn

Emalyn is a feminine name that represents a modern variation of the classic Emily, ultimately derived from the Roman clan name Aemilius, meaning 'rival' or 'emulating.' This contemporary spelling…

Taylin

Modern Invented

A mix-and-match unisex name inspired by Taylor.