Inej

Inej is a feminine name that you might recognize from the world of fantasy. Mysterious and enchanting, this moniker was likely created by American author Leigh Bardugo for her Six of Crows book series. In these works, the protagonist, Inej, is also known as the Wraith and is a member of the gang of thieves, the Dregs. Owing to this literary connection, Inej might inspire your little protagonist to take the lead! While unrelated etymologically, Inej bears striking similarity to the Spanish title Inés, which means “pure” or “chaste.”