What are some good last names for a horror story?

Blackwood. It has a dark and mysterious feel, like an old, haunted forest. Another one could be Crowley. It gives off an air of the occult and the unknown. And then there's Dracula. It's directly associated with vampires, which are classic horror figures.

Blackwood. It has a dark and mysterious feel, like an old, haunted forest. Just the name alone can evoke a sense of dread.

One good last name could be 'Grimshaw'. The word 'grim' gives it a spooky connotation. 'Bonebreaker' is also a really creepy one. It makes you think of someone or something that breaks bones in a very violent way. And 'Wraithborne' is a good choice as well. 'Wraith' is often associated with ghosts and the supernatural in horror.

Some last names that would be suitable for horror stories include 'Bates'. Norman Bates from 'Psycho' is a very famous horror character. 'Chaney' is also a good option. Lon Chaney was a horror icon, and the name has a bit of an old - fashioned horror charm. Additionally, 'Sullivan' can be used in a horror context, perhaps for a character who is a deranged killer in a small town horror story.

Starling. It's a unique last name that can be used for a variety of stories. It gives an impression of something small but strong and can be associated with freedom, like a starling flying in the sky.

Smith. It's a very common last name, which can give a sense of ordinariness to a character, making their extraordinary story more interesting in contrast. For example, a Mr. Smith could be an ordinary-looking man who turns out to be a superhero in disguise.

Some good last names could be 'Frost', which evokes a cold and maybe aloof feel. 'Sunshine' for a more cheerful and positive character. 'Moonbeam' for a touch of magic or fantasy. The choice depends on how you want to shape your story's atmosphere and characters.

Consider 'Mortimer'. It has a connection to death with the 'mort' part, which means death in Latin. A family with this name in a horror story could be involved in dark magic or be keepers of some sort of deathly secret that haunts the town they live in.

Smith. It's a very common last name, which can make the character seem ordinary and relatable at first glance, but it can also be used to subvert expectations in the story. For example, a character named Mr. Smith could turn out to have a very extraordinary secret life.

Smith. It's a very common last name which gives a sense of normalcy and can be used for an ordinary but kind-hearted girl character. For example, in a story about a small - town girl's adventure, the name Smith would fit well.