Some examples are 'The Phantom's Lair', 'Mystic Crossroads', and 'The Enigmatic Manor'.
There are names like 'Shadowed Pathways'. The word'shadowed' gives a sense of mystery and the 'pathways' makes the reader wonder where they lead. Another example is 'Cursed Legacy'. The idea of a curse and a legacy implies there are secrets and mysteries within the story. Also, 'The Haunted Melody' is mysterious as it combines the spooky idea of being haunted with a melody which could be a key to some mystery in the story.
Well, 'Silentcrest' is a great mysterious town name. The 'silent' part makes you think there's something hushed up or a sense of foreboding. 'Twilight Pines' is also mysterious. The twilight gives an in - between feeling, neither day nor night, and the pines add to the spooky atmosphere. Then there's 'Gloomridge'. Just the name gives the idea of a place that's dark and full of gloom.
One great example is 'The Tell - Tale Heart' by Edgar Allan Poe. It's a short but intense story where the narrator's paranoia and guilt over a murder drive him to madness. Another is 'The Monkey's Paw' which has a very mysterious and foreboding atmosphere as a family makes wishes on a cursed paw with terrifying consequences. And 'The Yellow Wallpaper' is also a classic, with a sense of mystery and horror that builds as the female protagonist descends into psychological turmoil.
Names like 'Mr. Brown' or 'Ms. Green'. They are so common and lack any distinctiveness that they can be used in boring stories.
Another is 'Pet Sematary'. The misspelling of 'cemetery' in the name adds an eerie touch. It makes you wonder what kind of strange and spooky things are associated with this pet cemetery.
Luna. It has a mysterious and otherworldly feel, like the moon it's named after. It could be the name of a girl with special powers in a mysterious story.
The box in 'Hellraiser' is extremely mysterious. It has a complex design and when opened in a certain way, it summons the Cenobites, otherworldly and terrifying beings. The box's allure and the mystery surrounding it drive the characters to interact with it, despite the obvious danger. It represents a gateway to a world of pain and horror that is beyond normal human understanding.
The name Ava. It has been traced back to a Latin origin. It means 'life' or 'living one'. It has become a very popular name in modern times as it represents vitality.
Some examples are 'Stormbringer'. It gives a sense of power and mystery, perfect for a character in an adventure or fantasy story. Another one could be 'Moonwhisper'. This has a very ethereal and magical feel. 'Firethorn' is also a great example, as it combines two strong elements that can evoke a sense of danger and beauty.
For a story about a secret garden discovery, 'The Hidden Garden's Tale'.
One good option could be 'Nightshade'. It has a very mysterious and slightly dangerous connotation, often associated with poison in some cultures. Another is 'Mistwalker'. The idea of walking through the mist gives an air of mystery and the unknown. 'Eclipseborn' also works well as it ties into the idea of something being born during an eclipse, which is a very rare and mysterious event.