Writing Prompt: What’s in a Name?

I find unique or unusual names can be fascinating and start my creative mind wondering. What would that person look like? How would s/he talk or act? What kind of life has this person lived?

Here’s a selection of names to jump start your creative process. Write a story, scene or poem inspired by one of these names. (Selection courtesy of the Random Name Generator.)

  • Theda Morten
  • Hugo Scroggin
  • Nicolas Denes
  • Juli Mathur
  • Gustavo Sibbett
  • Jake Ultsch
  • Raven Minnix
  • Jesica Corbo
  • Darren Coblentz
  • Dona Straker

Check this article for some additional prompts.