Names for Pony Characters you can use freely.

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I've seen that a lot of people want a name for their OCs, which is understandable, since things kind of need a name...

But! A lot of people don't know what to name their OCs, so I am here to give some help on the matter. 

As for me, I like to use Dictionaries and Thesauruses to find strange and unique words that would fit well with the pony in need of a name. For instance, I have a character named "Satyr." Satyr could come from the name for an anthropomorphic goat creature from Greek mythology, or it could be, according to the old dictionary I use, "a lustful or sensual man." That basically means that he is sort of sex crazy. It is also probably related to "Satyriasis," or the "Uncontrollable or excessive sexual desire in a man." According to that, "Satyr" would be a good name for a character that is so loving that it gets kind of strange.

As for my name, Star Scribe, it is pretty simple. I am interested in Astronomy, "Star," and I like to write, "Scribe." It is also kind of catchy with that alliteration.

Also, apart from dictionary definitions, the thing I like to see in a name is something that is a part of some sort of saying. For instance, "Silver Spoon" is most likely based off of the phrase "fed to on a silver spoon," which basically means that she is given what she wants when she wants it.

 

That is most of my advice, but I will help you by giving some examples I have though of below. None of these names are used by me, so feel free to use them:

 

Zero-Kelvin

Kelvin is very related to "absolute zero," since 0 K (Zero Kelvin) is absolute zero, or the coldest possible temperature we know of.

This name would probably fit with a unicorn who can conjure or control Ice. It would also be a good name for a Windigo OC.

 

Solar Flare

I see this name used often, but I think it is one of the better of the fire-related names. As most of you probably know, a solar flare is a point on the sun where a lot of energy is released. Since it is on the sun, it relates to fire.

In my opinion, though, it is difficult seeing anything other than a unicorn using fire as their special talent, but it is really up to you.

A name sort of relevant to this is Solar Prominence, since they both happen on the sun. A Solar Prominence is basically a gaseous loop attached to the sun.

 

Trail Blazer

I see this phrase pretty often, and you might as well. If I am correct, a trail blazer is someone who either follows trails or creates them.

This pony could be any species, but it's would probably involve travel or adventure.

 

Bumpy Log

It comes from the phrase "Like a bump on a log," which means, if I remember correctly, lazy or sitting still.

It could be any kind of pony, but it would probably involve the woods somehow, due to the "Log" part.

 

Blue moon

It comes from the phrase "Once in a blue moon," or something that occurs rarely, since blue moons are very rare.

This would be a great name for some heroic pony who is hardly ever seen at work.

 

Chew Out

  This comes from the phrase "Chew someone out," meaning to verbally scold someone.

It would be great for a bossy, antagonistic pony.

 

Fuddy-Duddy

(I love this name, someone please use this) It basically means someone who is old-fashioned and foolish.

Basically somepony who loves vintage things.

 

Hocus Pocus 

Surely this name has been used once before. It basically means magic, or magic tricks.

A unicorn who specializes in magic, duh.

 

No Bones

Comes from the phrase "Make no bones about," meaning to state a fact so there are no doubts or objections.

I guess somepony who always knows the truth.

 

Those are some pretty decent names in my opinion. I will try to post more if you want me to, but I might use that Fuddy-Duddy one if no one claims it... I swear, that sounds awesome when I say it.

 

And if you are lazy...

 

If you want me to try and give me some character traits of your OC so I can get a name for him/her, I will do that.

 

Also, forgive all the weirdness going on in the post with the random sizes and bolding. I don't know how to fix that, really...

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Additional Tips:

 

If you have already decided on your OC's talent, then a way to name the OC is to use jargon coming from that talent. Try to find an ideal name that has that ring to it. 

 

I'll take one of my OCs, Long Drive, for example. He is a young (British) colt who's apparent talent is golf. In golf, "long drive" is a competitive sport where opposing players attempt to hit their golf ball as far as they can. This fits with his talents, and can also serve as a backstory; he had acquired his cutie mark because he shot a golf ball 280 yards. 

 

Another example would be Aileron/Siiveke, a 35 year old (Finnish) airship pilot and captain. An aileron is a hinged control surface used to bank an airplane or biplane by moving upward during flight. It plays a very important role for the aircraft to keep balance. Since it related to aviation, it fits with her talent. (Despite not being related to airships.)

 

Another important thing; try to refrain from using "overused" OCs names. Yes, there are cases of that: Night Shade, Clockwork, Lightning (or it's German alternative, Blitz), Neon, Flare, Swift, D.J. (don't ask), Flicker, Teardrop, and various names or variations of cast and background ponies. Don't do that; OCs are meant to be original, not to copy and idolize another pony from the show.

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My OC, who is technically my ponysona, has a tendency to be occasionally random. Therefore, her name is Meep. Also I think one time she tried to mow the wall.

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For instance, "Silver Spoon" is most likely based off of the phrase "fed to on a silver spoon," which basically means that she is given what she wants when she wants it.

I always thought that the name came from the phrase "born with a silver spoon" meaning that the character was born into a life of luxury. But there may be variations of that phrase. It could be both.

 

Anyway, I always believed that we could create any sort of names for original characters. Ponies like generic and others like a little more thought into what we create. It distinguishes between more novice creators and others that like a little more advanced reading.