Dated Science Fiction

Reading a 2005 science fiction novel set centuries into the future, it was jarring to see characters given names from earlier generations: Cynthia, Mary, Edward. It was distracting and got me thinking more about the author than the story. My guess is that the aged writer had used names from his childhood in the 40s and 50s, that we regard as quaint now. The lesson I've learnt is that when writing fiction for the future, it's safest to invent names.

Here are some suggested futuristic names that you may use, free of charge.

• Super Sky Jesus
• Botulismo
• SpaceBarry
• Pizazz
• Mergatroyd
• Eve2.0
• NewJane
• <xxO^$??>  (pronounced "John")