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Kathleen Fuller | What's in a Name?
September 8, 2015
One of my favorite parts of creating a story is naming my characters. I
absolutely love this
process. Since NEVER
BROKEN (Book One in the Everlasting Faith series) is a family saga set in
Ireland and
Scotland during the mid 19th century, there are numerous characters in the
book.
I thought
it would be fun to find out the meaning of their names.
The Cahills
Shannon
Origin: Irish
Meaning: Old
Ainslee
Origin: Scottish
Meaning: My meadow
The O’Learys
Rory
Origin: Irish
Meaning: Red King
Colm
Origin: Irish
Meaning: Dove
The Gormleys
William
Origin: English
Meaning: Strong-willed Warrior
Sara
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Princess
Jane
Origin: English
Meaning: God is gracious
The Bancrofts
Quentin
Origin: Latin
Meaning: Fifth
Priscilla
Origin: Latin
Meaning: Ancient
The Mackays
Iain
Origin: Scottish
Meaning: God is gracious
Mary
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Of the Sea or Bitter
Blaire
Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Field of Battle
The Rosses
Elspeth
Origin: Scottish
Meaning: God is my oath
John
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is gracious
Some of the meanings suit these characters, some of them don’t. When I
choose a character
name it’s because, in my mind, that name fits the character. What the name
really means
doesn’t have a bearing on my decision, so it’s interesting to discover what
matches and what
doesn’t.
In real life I find that a person’s name is reflective of their personality.
People with
unique names are often unique people, for example.
My name is Irish and it means Pure. :) If you’d like to find out the
origin and meaning of
your name, check out Names.org. Post what you discover in the comments
section. GIVEAWAY
Do you know what meaning behind your name? Want to share it with us? Leave a
comment below
and be entered for a chance to win a copy of NEVER BROKEN.
I was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, grew up in Little Rock, Arkansas, and
currently live
in Geneva, Ohio. I've been married to James for 21 wonderful years (really,
they have been
wonderful!) We have three terrific children, three dogs, and have raised
cattle, pigs, and
chickens at various times over the years. We would have gone into the goat
business, but I
had to draw the line somewhere. I started writing in 2000, and published my
first short
story a year later. Since then I have authored several short stories,
novellas, novels, and
have done a lot of freelance non-fiction work. I have also worked as an
editor. I have a
Masters degree in Special Education, emphasis on teaching the blind and
visually impaired,
and a Bachelors in Early Childhood/Elementary Education. I have taught all
age groups
ranging from age 4 to age 21. A few of my favorite things: my relationship
with Christ,
chocolate (of course!), autumn, a satisfying book, good friends, a sense of
humor, people
who don't take themselves seriously, haunting melodies, NFL football, and
did I mention
chocolate?
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Rory O'Leary has little use for his uncle and aunt's stately Irish manor,
which has been
his reluctant home since he and his brother were orphaned.
When summoned home for a family wedding, he has a brief, heart-stopping
meeting with Shannon
Cahill, a young peasant woman.
When Rory's uncle passes away, his cousin inherits the estate, cutting off
all funds and
removing Rory and his brother from the only home they know. Rory feels his
best option is to
leave Ireland.
Meanwhile, the Irish potato blight ravishes Shannon and her sister Ainslee's
tiny village.
Her ailing parents insist that Shannon and her sister emigrate to America.
The sisters are
devastated at leaving their home, and Shannon fears she'll never again see
the man who stole
her heart in the rose garden. But God has other plans. When Rory finds the
two sisters
huddled on the squalid docks of County Cork, he leads them all to
Scotland...and an
adventure they never expected.
Comments
28 comments posted.
Re: Kathleen Fuller | What's in a Name?
I don't need to be added into the drawing as I've read
the book and LOVED it!
I went to the website and looked for the meaning to my
name, but they don't have it. A bit too unusual, I guess.
Thanks for sharing about names, Kathleen, very
interesting!
(Miralee Ferrell 4:07pm September 7, 2015)
I read the electronic version but would love to own the paperback book. I found the meaning of the name Ainslee interesting because the street I live on was named after a man named Ainsley. I wonder if that is the female version of Ainslee. The street crosses a hilltop so the person who named it clearly did not know the Scottish meaning, if it is in fact a female version of the name.
(Edward Arrington 5:04pm September 7, 2015)
Torn between love and country...sounds good.
(Richard Burr 7:37am September 8, 2015)
No I dont.
(Marissa Yip-Young 10:06am September 8, 2015)
My given name is Priscilla which you already have above in your list! It says it means 'ancient'. I have always gone by the nickname Patty, which means 'noble'.
Would love to read Never Broken!
(Patty Hamblin 10:21am September 8, 2015)
Vicki is a form of Victoria. To conquer, be victorious! Easy one!
(Vicki Hancock 10:24am September 8, 2015)
My name means girl or young woman.
(Colleen Conklin 1:04pm September 8, 2015)
I have no idea where my name comes from.
(Robbie Bauldree 1:10pm September 8, 2015)
Yes, I do know names meanings since it is an important part of
choosing a name which is name after a deceased close family
member. Anne - is Chana in Hewbew and is my mother's name and
mine and it means he has favored me.
(Sharon Berger 1:41pm September 8, 2015)
My name, Edward, means wealthy guardian. According to
names.org, it is an acronym meaning:
E for excellence.
D for delight.
W for warm-hearted.
A for amenable.
R for rapport.
D for dashing.
With the exception of the last word, I feel that my name
describes me pretty well.
(Edward Washington 1:43pm September 8, 2015)
Patricia means Noble. lol certainly not me. Your book sounds delightful. Would love to read it & will leave reviews.
(Pat Moore 2:37pm September 8, 2015)
Thanks for the comments everyone! I love finding out what your names
mean. The acronym idea is awesome. :)
(Kathleen Fuller 2:52pm September 8, 2015)
Karen means 'pure'.
(Karen Hoover 2:59pm September 8, 2015)
Although I've hated my name all my life, and was bullied
relentlessly about it as a kid growing up, it's supposed
to mean "a pearl." Whoever did my birth certificate put
the wrong name down, and I was stuck!! Anyway, I found
your posting to be enlightening, and your book is going
to be a real page-turner!! Can't wait to get my hands on
it!! Congratulations on your book!!
(Peggy Roberson 6:11pm September 8, 2015)
Laurie means laurel, the plant that grows bay leaves used in cooking. Not
very romantic, lol
(Laurie Bergh 8:40am September 9, 2015)
Barbara means foreign woman. HA Oh well...
(Bonnie Capuano 8:46pm September 9, 2015)
I knew the basic meaning of my name before looking it up.
But I enjoyed reading all the extra information.
Debora (Deborah & Debra) reached its peak of popularity
for babies being named Debora in 1957 with a total of
2,367 babies born. I was born in 1958.
The origin for it is Hebrew and it means Bee.
The acronym they give for it is:
D is for dignity, no one disputes this trait!
E is for enchant, for enchant you will.
B is for bewitch, your charm is undeniable.
O is for orderly, a lifelong passion.
R is for radiant, it's your personality!
A is for abundant, your cheer knows no bounds.
I was blessed to be one of the final proofreaders for you
book and I loved it. I would love to win a copy though so
that I can re-read it when the next one comes out. Thank
you for the chance.
(Debora Wilder 9:50pm September 9, 2015)
I second the Debra name.
(Deb Philippon 8:51am September 10, 2015)
MY name means all honey.
(Pam Howell 9:34am September 10, 2015)
Joan....( Hebrew ) : God Is Gracious ....and He has been to me . I have been very Blessed . Thank you for this giveaway, I'd love to read this book .
(Joan Thrasher 10:50am September 10, 2015)
what a fun site to learn about ones name. My name first appeared in 1881 and its Latin for Glory. Thanks so much for the contest. Happy reading everyone.
(Gloria Vigil 1:21pm September 10, 2015)
My give name is Irene, who was the ancient Greek goddess
of peace.
(Irene Menge 2:31pm September 10, 2015)
Thank you for the opportunity to win the book.
(Kathy Church 2:43pm September 10, 2015)
My name is english and means grace. Thanks for this opportunity.
(Nancy Luebke 3:38pm September 10, 2015)
My name is Mary and of the two definitions: of the Sea or Bitter I'm going to go with of the Sea. Bitter doesn't sound that great.
(Mary Songer 6:43pm September 10, 2015)
I am named after a princess in Greek mythology ^^
(H J 7:56pm September 10, 2015)
Origin: Latin
Meaning: Worthy of Love
(Amanda Ray 4:53pm September 11, 2015)
I don't know of a meaning behind my name!
(Denise Austin 5:17pm September 11, 2015)
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