Luna. It has an otherworldly feel which can add a touch of mystery and melancholy in both sad and scary stories. Also, Ophelia. In Shakespeare's work, Ophelia's story is tragic, and it gives an instant sense of sadness. Another one is Raven. The word itself is associated with the dark and spooky, making it a great choice for a scary story, and it can also imply a sense of forlornness in a sad story.
Well, there's Bella. It can be used in a sad story where the girl might be in a difficult situation, like losing a loved one. In a scary story, it can be a bit of a contrast, a seemingly innocent name in a menacing world. Then there's Scarlett. The name has a certain intensity that can work well in both types of stories. It can imply a strong - willed but perhaps doomed character in a sad story, and in a scary story, it can be a character who has to face a lot of danger. And let's not forget Eerie. It's not a very common name but it's very fitting for a scary story and can also be used in a really dark and sad story where the girl is an outcast or something similar.
Violet. The flower violet is often seen as delicate. In sad stories, Violet could represent a girl who is fading away, perhaps due to illness. In scary stories, she could be the victim of some malevolent force that preys on the weak and delicate. Violet gives a sense of fragility that works well in both types of stories.
Luna. It has a sort of melancholy and mysterious air, suitable for both sad and scary tales. In sad stories, it can represent a lost love or a broken dream. In scary ones, it could be the name of a ghostly figure in the moonlight.
Sadie could be a name for a sad story. It has a soft sound that can evoke melancholy. Another one is Scarlett. It might remind people of the character Scarlett O'Hara in 'Gone with the Wind' who faced many hardships and sorrows. Then there is Celeste. It can bring to mind a sense of loss, as if something celestial has been taken away, which is perfect for a sad narrative.
Beverly. It sounds like a normal name, but that's what makes it a bit spooky in a scary story. It gives the impression of a seemingly ordinary girl who might be hiding some dark secrets.
Luna. It has an otherworldly feel, like a character from a spooky night-time story. Maybe she could be a witch in a dark forest in the story.
Luna. It has an otherworldly feel, like a moon that might witness all the spooky happenings in a horror story. Another one could be Raven. Ravens are often associated with death and mystery in horror lore. And then there's Ophelia. The name has a tragic and somewhat haunted air, especially considering the character in Hamlet who met a rather dark end.
Cecily. It has an old - fashioned charm that can add a sense of nostalgia and sadness. In a scary story, it could be the name of a girl in an old haunted house. Then there's Nadia. The name can imply a certain vulnerability which is suitable for sad stories, and in a scary story, she could be the victim. Also, Rowena. It has a bit of a Gothic feel, great for a scary story, and can also be used for a sad character who has lost her way.
Scarlett. It has a certain edge to it that can be associated with a more forceful or mean character. Also, the name 'Violet' could work, as it can bring to mind the idea of a character who might be a bit of a bully, perhaps with a haughty or superior attitude.
Natalie. It has an elegant and strong quality. A girl named Natalie in an adventure could be a part of a group exploring the ruins of an ancient city. She would be the one who deciphers the hieroglyphics and unlocks the secrets of the place.
The name Ethan can work for a scary story. It gives a sense of mystery. Picture a boy named Ethan who has some dark secrets or powers in a haunted town. Then there's Raoul. In 'The Phantom of the Opera', Raoul is involved in a very dark and spooky story. And Oliver. In a horror context, Oliver could be a boy who is haunted by a malevolent spirit or cursed in some way. He could be living in an old, dilapidated house full of secrets.