naming

Diagnose naming problems across brands, products, characters, and titles using layered sound, meaning, cultural, and functional analysis.

8|3|Updated Jan 1, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jwynia/the-kepler-testimonies --skill naming-jwynia
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: naming
Source: https://github.com/jwynia/the-kepler-testimonies/tree/main/.claude/skills/naming
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jwynia/the-kepler-testimonies --skill naming-jwynia

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Diagnose naming problems and guide the creation of names that work across brands, products, characters, places, and titles. It ensures alignment across sound, meaning, culture, and function so names feel inevitable.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Diagnostic states (N1–N5) to identify naming issues
  • Layered analysis across Sound, Meaning, Cultural, and Functional
  • Structured workflows for brand/product naming (Sequential) and quick naming for fiction
  • Integration with other skills (conlang, worldbuilding, sensitivity-check)
  • Practical templates and patterns for repeatable naming work

Quick Start

Provide a naming problem description and I will diagnose it using the N1–N5 framework and propose a concrete, aligned solution.

Frequently Asked Questions about naming

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I create brand names that work across sound, meaning, and culture?

Brand naming requires aligning phonology, meaning, culture, and function so the name feels inevitable. A structured process diagnoses naming problems across four layers—Sound, Meaning, Cultural, and Functional—to propose concrete, aligned solutions.

What is the best way to name fictional characters and places?

Fiction naming for characters, places, and titles uses a quick workflow that applies phonology and cultural meaning guidance. This ensures created names fit the fictional context while remaining usable and resonant within the story's world.

How do I diagnose a naming problem when a brand name feels off?

Diagnosing naming problems uses an N1–N5 framework to identify specific issues across sound, meaning, culture, and usability. This structured diagnostic state analysis isolates the exact layer causing the naming friction.

Can I integrate naming workflows with worldbuilding and conlang processes?

Naming integrates directly with conlang, worldbuilding, and sensitivity-check skills. This allows created names for fiction or brands to align with constructed languages and cultural contexts while verifying appropriateness.

Does structured naming work for both professional brands and quick fiction titles?

Structured naming applies to both professional brand and product naming using sequential workflows, and quick naming for fiction characters and titles. Both paths use layered analysis to ensure functional and cultural alignment.

Why does a product name fail to resonate across different cultures?

A product name fails to resonate when cultural and functional layers are misaligned during creation. Analyzing the four layers—Sound, Meaning, Cultural, and Functional—identifies cross-cultural friction and guides structured interventions.