Well, in 'Harry Potter' series, we have Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, Ron Weasley, Albus Dumbledore, and Voldemort. There are many other characters as well, but these are some of the main ones.
If you have a scholarly character, the last name Emerson could be a good fit. It has an intellectual connotation. For a character who is a bit of a loner, the name Solitude could be interesting. For a character who is very family - oriented, the name Clanwell could be used as it gives the idea of a close - knit family. And if you have a character who is always in a hurry, the name Dash could be a creative choice.
Often, the important characters are named early on in the story. Pay attention to the dialogue and descriptions. For example, if a character is being described in detail and then starts talking, that's likely a key character whose name you should note. Another way is to look at the chapter titles or headings if there are any, as they might hint at the characters involved in that part of the story.
You might consider 'Caspian Crypt'. 'Caspian' has a somewhat mysterious sound, and 'Crypt' is a very spooky place. 'Persephone Phantom' is also a good name. 'Persephone' is a figure from Greek mythology associated with the underworld, and 'Phantom' makes it even more ghostly. And 'Silas Sinister' is a great choice. 'Silas' is a name that can seem a bit old - fashioned and menacing, and 'Sinister' really emphasizes the freaky nature of the character.
Sophie. It is a very popular name that often represents a girl who is intelligent and gentle. In a story, Sophie could be the protagonist's best friend, always there to offer support and wise advice with her kind heart.
Olive. Olive is a bit old - fashioned but in a really cute way. It gives the impression of a gentle, nature - loving girl. If your story has a rural or pastoral setting, Olive would be a great name for the female character. She might be someone who spends her days tending to her garden or taking care of the animals on the farm.
One benefit is it can add mystery. For example, if a character is named 'The Shadow' instead of a common name like 'John', it immediately makes the character seem more elusive and interesting. It also helps to distinguish characters clearly. If you have two characters who are similar in some ways, different names make it easier for the reader to tell them apart. Moreover, different names can be used to represent different cultures or time periods in the story. For instance, a character named 'Akira' might suggest a Japanese setting or origin, which can help set the cultural context of the story.
In mystery novels, last names like 'Blackwood' or 'Holmes' are quite common. 'Holmes' is of course famous from Sherlock Holmes. In romance novels, names like 'Montgomery' or 'Sinclair' are often used. They have an air of elegance and mystery. For science - fiction novels, last names such as 'Starling' or 'Nova' can be popular as they give a sense of the future and the unknown.
One name could be 'The Tale of the Three Little Pigs'. Another might be 'The Three Piglets' Story'. And 'The Adventure of the Three Little Pigs' could also be a name.