You can draw inspiration from nature. Names like 'River' for a flowing and adaptable character, 'Willow' for someone who is flexible and graceful. Also, consider historical or literary references. 'Sherlock' if you want a character who is a great detective, or 'Jane' like Jane Eyre for a strong female lead. You can also play with word combinations, like 'Skyfire' for a character with an explosive personality.
One way is to look at the character's traits. If they're brave, you might think of names like 'Valor' or 'Braxton'. For a smart character, 'Intel' or 'Wit' could be adapted. Another approach is to use different languages. For example, 'Aiko' which means 'love child' in Japanese could be used for a lovable character.
Look at the main theme of your story. If it's about a journey, use words related to travel, like 'The Uncharted Path'. Also, think about the mood. For a sad story, 'The Tears of the Willow' could work. Use strong, vivid words.
Think about words related to secrecy like 'covert', so you could have 'Covert Chronicles'.
Well, you can start by considering the setting of your story. If it's a fantasy story set in a medieval - like world, names like 'Aric', 'Ella', 'Gavin' could work well. If it's a science - fiction story, more unique and futuristic - sounding names such as 'Zephyr', 'Nova', 'Orion' might be appropriate. Also, you can combine different syllables that sound good together. For instance, 'Lyra' which has a nice, soft sound and could be the name of a gentle character in a story.
You can start by thinking about the character's personality. If they're a rebel, a name like 'Rogue' might be cool. If they're very intelligent, 'Athena' (for a female) or 'Aristotle' (adapted to a more modern - sounding 'Ari' perhaps for a male) could work. Also, consider using old - fashioned names in a new context. 'Agatha' for a feisty young girl can be a really cool and unexpected choice.
You could use names that have a certain mystery or enigma to them. For example, names that are old-fashioned or not very common. Or you can look at different cultures and use names from there. Another option is to play with words, like using anagrams or words with double meanings as names.
One way is to take common names and add a funny adjective to them. For example, 'Lazy Larry' or 'Chatty Cathy'. You can also look at things around you for inspiration. If you see a funny - looking object, say a teapot with a long spout, you could name a character 'Long - Spout Sam'. Another idea is to use alliteration like 'Tiny Tim' or 'Dancing Daisy'. This can make the name catchy and funny at the same time.
Look at old - fashioned or archaic names. They often have a spooky quality. For example, 'Ezekiel' or 'Hester'. Another way is to use names of places or things that are associated with fear, like 'Shadow' or 'Grimwood'.
You could use names that have certain connotations. For example, names that sound a bit menacing like 'Damian' or 'Morganna'. Or you can base them on the character's role. If it's a detective, something like 'Sherlock' -esque names. Also, consider using names from different cultures to add an exotic touch.
Look at the character's traits. If they're smart, a name like Athena (the Greek goddess of wisdom) could work. If they're funny, something like Chuck or Fanny might be good.
Think about your own personality or the main theme of the things you'll put in the private story. For example, if it's about your dreams, you could name it 'Dreamy Privacies'.