vintageluvs's list "British Literature Names" of 20 great name ideas: Paulus - Prism!

British Literature Names

Please note that some of the names are of charaters not of British origin, and some of the characters are of British origin but not written by Brits. The novelists that I have used are mostly from the early twentieth century backward. This list also includes first names and nicknames of characters. 

Paulus

Pattie is a feminine name typically used as a diminutive form of Patricia, which derives from the Latin 'patricius' meaning 'noble' or 'of the patrician class.' This friendly, approachable variant peaked in popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1950s and 60s. Pattie has a warm, vintage charm that evokes the sock-hop era while maintaining a sweet, unpretentious quality. The name has occasionally been used for boys as a variation of Patrick, though this usage is much rarer. Notable bearers include singer Pattie Boyd, who was married to both George Harrison and Eric Clapton, lending the name some cultural cachet in music history.

Pattie

Penniloe

A Shakespearean invention for an abandoned baby in <em>The Winter's Tale</em>, Perdita's sense of loss has always been off-putting to parents. But her image was somewhat resuscitated by its association with the appealing canine character in Disney's <em>One Hundred and One Dalmations</em>.

Perdita

Petro is a masculine name with Slavic and Greek origins, serving as a variant of Peter, which derives from the Greek 'Petros' meaning 'rock' or 'stone.' Particularly popular in Ukrainian, Russian, and other Eastern European cultures, Petro maintains strong connections to its biblical roots, as Peter was one of Jesus's twelve apostles. The name carries a sense of strength and steadfastness, reflecting its literal meaning. While less common in English-speaking countries, Petro offers a distinctive international flavor while remaining relatively easy to pronounce and spell. Its short, powerful sound gives it a robust quality that parents seeking a name with historical depth and cross-cultural appeal might appreciate.

Petro

Petrovitch

Petrucci

A Greek name with a charming meaning and mythological ties, Philander has long been too close to "philanderer" for English speakers to consider.