Female Character Names in Fantasy

Finding the right female character names in fantasy can be a challenge. Whether you're writing a fantasy, or looking for the right name for your avatar while gaming or in an online forum, a fantasy character generator can serve as a useful tool.

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Creating a fantasy character, in writing, is a process. It starts with an original concept and grows into a full-fledged individual with a history, likes, dislikes, flaws and strengths. Sometimes it is easiest to use a temporary name to hold your character's place in the manuscript, until you know them. Even when you do find the right name, in some instances a character may outgrow the name you've given them as they continue to develop and take on a life of their own. It can be compared to a caterpillar as it transforms within its chrysalis. When it emerges, it is no longer called a caterpillar. If your character outgrows her name, don't hesitate to give her a new one.

The two basic types of character are good and evil. However, no character should be all good or all evil. It just doesn't make for an interesting character. Even Glenda, the Good Witch of the South was willing to drop a house on an evil witch.

Along with the foundation of good and evil, character traits and abilities help define who a fantasy character is. For example, the name Akantha means "sharp, pointed, or thorned." Sounds like a great antagonist no matter what form she takes. The meaning of the name can be very useful in reminding you of your character's underlying personality.

Not only does the name you choose for your female fantasy character have to fit the character's personality and temperament but it should also fit the setting. We've discussed the fact that the name you choose for your princess would be different than the name of your evil shapeshifter but that doesn't deal with setting. An example would be a character named Maggie Mercer. Maggie is a contemporary name. Do you expect to find Maggie in a medieval setting? Perhaps if she is the victim of time travel, yes, but other than that a name like Lady Katherine Vazquez or Erika Flores might be better suited.

Writers aren't the only ones looking for female fantasy names. When it comes to choosing female character names in fantasy games, one of the problems is trying to find a name that isn't already in use. Just because people in the real world have labeled a gamer as a geek doesn't mean that will be reflected in the name they choose. A true geek will use the default name provided, while the creative geek will look for something more unique. Using a female character name generator can prevent wasting time trying to figure out the name you want to use.

When choosing a female fantasy character name, it is tempting to make up something really different, and that's fine as long as it can be pronounced. Consider the following names. While most of them are different, they are also memorable, easy to read and easy to pronounce.

• Arwen Evenstar
• Bellatrix Lestrange
• Catwoman
• Elizabeth Swann
• Eowyn of Rohan
• Harley Quinn
• Hermione Granger
• Morgan Le Fay
• Queen Guinevere
• Silk Spectre II

When looking for the right name, a fantasy name generator can be an awesome tool. You may use the exact name generated or tweak the name until it is perfect for your use. The following resources are provided to help you in your quest:

• Choosing a name with control over number of syllables
• Yafnag – Let's you set the number of letters in a name between 4-20 letters. It also provides the option of choosing the first letter of the name.
• Kate Monk's Onomastikon Provides a dictionary of real world names from around the world and ancient times. This is an excellent resource.
• Celtic Gaelic Baby Names – Provides the meaning of each name to help you match it to your character or gaming persona.
• Vampire Names
• Evil names
• Witch names and spells
• Dragon Names – Also doubles as a Dragon language generator.

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