Message: "Can names be used in published novels?"

[Facts] Can names be used in published novels?

by David (guest)

4/20/2010, 12:40 PM

I'm writing a book that I plan on publishing, my question is, can the names on this site be used in my novels or are they protected by copyright law? If I am able to use these names, I do plan on putting a credit page making sure Mike Campbell gets the credit for coming up with the names. Thank you for the response in advance.

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- Llewella (penguiny7) +2

4/20/2010, 2:35 PM

None of the names on this website were made-up by Mike. This site gives the etymology of existing names. Names are free game. However, if you discuss the meaning of a name and quote this site, you'd have to cite it properly.

- Mike C

4/21/2010, 4:44 PM

bingo

- David (guest)

4/20/2010, 4:58 PM

Thanks for the response. My lawyer only advised me to always ask if I wish to use information from sites. It's only for liability reasons. Thank you again for responding.

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