German

Glupan

Glu: from "Glut" (embers/glow). This word means fire, but not a big/hot fire.
Pan: from the Latin name for "chimp" (Pan troglodytes) and "Schimpanse" (english: chimp).
The progression of "Glupan" → "Panpyro" → "Panferno" doesn't feel jarring.

*Dont use (legal check).

Starfalon

Staraptor

Star: (see above).
fal: from "Falke" (hawk).
on: usually added to the end of a word to make it sound like a name.

*Dont use (legal check).

Burmadam

Burmadame

B: from "Beutel" (english: bag).
urm: from "Wurm" (english: worm).
+ Madam.

*Dont use (legal check).

Pontolin

Bojelin

Ponto: from "Ponton" (english: buoy).
*They prevent something from sinking underwater. For example, in German seas and lakes, there are small wooden boards that swimmers can sit on to relax and sunbathe. To prevent the board from sinking, air-filled pontons (floats) are attached to both sides of the board, allowing it to float on the water even when someone is standing on it. Pontons are also used by expeditions to retrieve ancient and valuable items from the sea (to prevent them from sinking or falling apart).
lin: from "Hermelin" (english: Weasel).

*Dont use (legal check).

Kiaby

Ki: from "Kirsche".
aby: from "Baby".
The pronunciation is different from Kirby, which has an english: pronunciation.
Kiaby: the "i" in "Ki" is pronounced like the Japanese "i", the "a" is pronounced like the Japanese "a", and the "y" in "by" is pronounced like the Japanese "i".

Please reconsider the name using more varied language to represent the pre-evolution stage, other than "aby" for "Baby".

Kirrim

Kinoso

Kir: from "Kirsche" (english: cherry).
rim was added for consistency with the Japanese and english: names.

*Don't use (doesn't work when contrasted with Cherubi's name).[*]

Knosoni

Kno: from "Knospe" (english: bud, because it looks like a bud when out of the sun).
son: from "Sonne" (english: sun, because it looks different in the sunlight).
"i" sounds nice when added to the end of a name. There is no meaning to it, we just added it because it sounds nice.

*Don't use (Kinoso is better).

Langor

Lang means "long" (rabbits are also called "Langohr" (long-ears) in German).
"or" sounds similar to "Ohr" (ear).

Could it be named with words that describe the shape of the ears, such as "curl" or "curly hair"?

LISSAI

Mobai

(LISSAI) [リッサイ]
"LIS" comes from "LISTIG", which means "cunning" or "sly". This represents Bonsly's habit of deceiving people. We combined it with "BONSAI".

*Don't use (Mobai is better).

MIMO

Pantimimi

(MIMO) [ミモ、ミーモ]
Pantomime + Mime + Mimik (mimic) + Mimosa[sic] (sensitive person).
A combination of the words PANTOMIME, MIME, and Mimik (all related to imitation), and MIMOSE, which describes someone with a sensitive nature. The connection with Mr. Mime (PANTIMOS) is also clear.

*Don't use (PAMINI is better).

MIMOSI

(MIMOSI) [ミモージ]
Pantomime + Mime + Mimik (mimic) + Mimosa[sic] (sensitive person). Same origin as the first proposal, but the ending has been changed slightly. The connection with Mr. Mime (PANTIMOS) is also clear.

*Don't use (PAMINI is better).

IIMIIMII

(IIMIIMII) [イーミーミ]
IMITIEREN (imitate) + MIME + Mimik (acting, gestures).
The two "I"s give it a very cute feel.
The spelling is symmetrical, like a palindrome, which is very interesting.

• Mime Jr.'s character is reflected in the spelling, making it the most fitting name.

A trademark search revealed that another registered trademark exists, so it was rejected.

Hairutie

Kaumalat

Hai: German for "Shark".
ru: from "rund" (round).
tie: from "tief" (deep).

If the "shark" aspect is too emphasized it will be mistaken for a Water type Pokémon. Please use a different word.

Knackel

Knack means "crack".
"el" makes it sound like a small Pokémon.

"Cracks" are not a characteristic of this Pokémon.
Can you name it using words that mean "bite", or that evoke its appearance?

Haiwetbis

Knarksel

Hai: German for "Shark".
wet: from "wetzen" (to sharpen), since sharks have sharp teeth.
bis: from "Biss" (bite).

If the "shark" aspect is too emphasized it will be mistaken for a Water type Pokémon.lease use a different word.

MAMPFAXI

Mampfaxo

(MAMPFAXI) [マムファクシ]
MAMPFEN ("Munching", colloquial) + RELAXO (Snorlax).
The name ends with "I", giving it a cute feel.

*Don't use. It's best to choose a name which suggests that this Pokémon is the pre-evolution of Snorlax (RELAXO).

SCHMAZAXO

(SCHMAZAXO) [シュマツァクソ]
SCHMATZEN (to eat sloppily) + RELAXO (Snorlax).

SCHMAXI

(SCHMAXI) [シュマクシ]
SCHMATZEN (to eat sloppily) + an abbreviation of RELAXO (Snorlax).

Skopion

Without the "r", there seems to be no connection between "Sko" and "Skorgla". The "pion" at the end is from scorpion ("Skorpion").
(This is also consistent with the name "Dragipion".)

*Dont use (legal check).

Quakunkel

Glibunkel

Quakunkel:
Quak: literal translation of "croak".
unke: from "Unke" (frog).
"l" is added to the end to make it sound like a name.

*Don't use (Glibunkel is more fitting).

Venuflifa

Venuflibis

Venuflifa:
A contraction of "Venusfliegenfalle" (english: "Dionaea muscipula" [venus fly-trap]).

*Don't use (Venuflibis is better).

FIRUNNA

Snibunna

(FIRUNNA) [フィルンナ]
Mean + Vile + Rune + Unnatural.
FIES (mean), UNHEIMLICH (vile), RUNE (from the rune-like markings it carves into the ice) and UNNATÜRLICH (unnatural). This creates a dark and mysterious feel.

*Don't use (WISSBEL is better).
Since it's a Dark type, the key point is that it has more cunning than mystery.

WISSBEL

(WISSBEL) [ヴィスベル]
Weasel + Wisdom + Evil.
A combination of WIESEL (weasel: In German, as in english: , it has two meanings: a cunning person, and the animal itself), WISSEN (wisdom), and ÜBEL (evil). This name also shows a connection to SNIEBEL (Sneasel).
We thought this would be a better choice, as it also shows the evolutionary relationship, but the translator said that "FIRUNNA" conveys a darker, more mysterious feel. It seems that "WISSBEL" has less impact than "FIRUNNA", but we thought it would be best to choose a name that directly conveys that it's Sneasel's evolution, so "WISSBEL" was the most appropriate. The fact that it also includes a sense of cunning is also a key point.

At this time, we do not recommend it and you will need to consult with counsel in Germany or elsewhere.
It seems that it will take more than a week to get a response from this consultation, so could you please help us decide whether to ask for a consultation or submit an alternative?
When submitting an alternative, please also confirm the response deadline.

SNARGLIS

(SNARGLIS) [シュナーグリス]
A combination of SCHNITZEN (to carve), ARGLIST (mischief), and LISTIG (sly). It sounds similar to SNIEBEL (Sneasel), which shows their evolutionary relationship.
Although the connection to SNIEBEL is slightly weaker than SNIBUNNA, it is fine as a name for Weavile, so it was the second candidate when applying for trademarks.

Although the connection to Sneasel is slightly weaker than "SNIBUNNA", it's fine as a name for Weavile. As such, it was presented as the second candidate for trademark verification. Don't use (SNIBUNNA is better).

Glaziolon

Glaziola

Skorotundu

Skorotundu:
Skor: from "Skorgla" (Gligar), itself coming from "Skorpion" (scorpion).
rotundu: from the Latin name Desmodus rotundus, the "vampire bat". Due to the character limit, the final "s" from the Latin name had to be omitted.

Tirbold

Tir: sounds similar to "Tier" (animal).
bold: from "Kobold" (elf).

• Either name, "Tobutz" or "Tirbold", are fine, meaning included.
  We will leave it up to NOE to decide which one to choose.
  The other proposal is also fine as an alternative in case the trademark process is negative.

[None listed. Possibly also rejected by legal.]

Chelcarain

Chel: from "Chelonia" (Latin for turtle).
car: from the Latin "Carapax" (turtle shell).
ain: from "Hain" (english: grove). The "a" in "cara" and "ain" are a play on words.

Panflam

Pan: from "Schimpanse" (chimpanzee).
flam: from "Flamme" (fire).
Fine as long as it doesn't clash with the pre-evolution feel.

Panferno

Pan: from the Latin name for "chimp" (Pan troglodytes) and "Schimpanse" (english: chimp).
Ferno: from Inferno ("Inferno" is much more powerful than "Pyro"/"Fire" (from a German perspective). As such, we would like to name this Pokémon after "Inferno".

• While these names start with "PAN", it's clear that there is no connection between this line and "PANDIR" [Spinda].

Pliprin

Pli: from "Plitsch" (see above).
Prin: from "Prinz" (prince).

Staralili

Star: from "Star" (Eurasian Starling).
"a" is added to make it easier to pronounce.
lili: used so it wouldn't sound like "ly" (to avoid trademark issues).
It sounds akin to the cry of a young bird.

Bidifas

Bi: from "Biber" (beaver).
idi: from "Idiot").
fas: from "Fass" (barrel).

Zirpeise

Zirpurze:
Zirp: from "Zirpe" (english: "cricket"; also the sound a cricket makes).
eise: from "Weise" (melody). Also often used at the end of names.

Luxtra

Lux: (see above).
tra: combined with the "X" in "Lux" it stands for "X-Strahlen" (Roentgenstrahlen, or "Roentgen rays"). Since the X sounds like an S, the latter can be dropped (in German, X and S are never used together).

Koknodon

Ko: from "Kopf" (head).
kno: from "Knochen" (bone).
The combination of these two means "cranium" (skull).
don: often added to the end of names.

Schilterus

Schil: from "Schild" (literally "shield").
terus: used at the end of dinosaur names.

Burmadame

Just to be safe, we'll add an "e" at the end of the name.
The pronunciation isn't standard, so it probably won't be close to the name of an actual medicine.

Wadribie

Wa: from "Wabe" (honeycomb).
dri: from "Drei" (3).
bie: from "Biene" (bee).

Bamelin

Ba: from "Bake" (english: buoy).

• Bake: For example, a small float (buoy) that indicates shallow waters in the ocean. Fishermen sometimes attach their nets to this buoy to prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the ocean.
  melin: from "Hermelin" (english: Weasel).

Kikugi

Ki: from "Kirsche" (english: cherry).
kug: from "Kugel" (ball/spherical) and "kugelig" (spherical/round).
i: used to imply its small size.

Schalellos

Schale: translation of "shell".
los: from "lost".
To make it sound like a name, we added an extra "l" before "los", otherwise players would think it was two words.

Drifzepeli

Drif: from "Drift".
zepeli: from "Zeppelin".

Schlapor

Sounds similar to "Schlappohr" (english: lop ear). A synonym for "longeared bunny".

Kramshef

Kram: from "Kramurx" (Murkrow).
shef: sounds similar to "Chef" (english: boss).

Shnurgarst

Shnur: from "schnurren" (english: purr). The "c" can be dropped as it does not affect the pronunciation.
garst: from "garstig" (english: ugly).

Skunkapuh

Skunk: Skunk
puh: the sound of a fart, and what you say when you smell a fart.
(We added the "a" for readability.)

Mobai

"MO" comes from "MOGELN", meaning "lie," and "BAI" comes from "BONSAI", which is also well known in Germany. The German name for Sudowoodo, Bonsly's evolution, is "MOGELBAUM", so we think it also shows the evolutionary relationship well.
The straightforward etymology, "lie" + "bonsai," and the connection with "MOGELBAUM" (Sudowoodo), make it perfect.

Wonneira

Wonn: from "Wonne" (english: joy/happiness) and "Wonneproppen" (small child).
eira: added for consistency with "Chaneira" (Chansey) and "Heiteira" (Blissey).
The Japanese names are "Pinpuku" (fortune) → "Lucky" (good fortune) → "Happy" (happiness), which give the impression of increasing luck and happiness. Can you sense this kind of relationship from the name? "Wonne" is one word that signifies the highest degree of joy and happiness. It also refers to all positive and fortunate things.
[Blissey is referred to here using its name from the Spaceworld 1997 demo of Gold and Silver, with "Happy" (ハッピー) instead of "Happiness" (ハピナス).]

Kryppuk

Kryp: from Krypta (crypt).
puk: from Spuk (spook).
The German word for gravestone is "Grabstein". Using parts of this word can be confusing, as "Grab" alone is often thought to mean "dig". The only other word that refers to a gravestone is "Leichenstein". (There is no English equivalent, but it translates to "corpse stone".) However, we don't think it's appropriate to use the word "corpse". "Kryp" ("Krypta") also refers to a grave. This name is fine for players of all ages.

Knarksel

From "Knark" (chewing sound, stronger than "nibble").

el: name ending.

Mampfaxo

Mampfaxo [マムファクソ].
MAMPFEN ("Munching", colloquial) + RELAXO (Snorlax)
Emphasizes the pre-evolution aspect, and gluttony.

Pionskora

Pionskor: anagram of Skorpion (scorpion).
An "a" was added to make it sound like a name.
This name and Piondragi are consistent in that the first syllable is "Pion".

Glibunkel

Glibunkel:
from "Glibber" (guck; synonym of gunk).
unk: from "Unke" (frog).
l: added to make it sound like a name.

Venuflibis

Venuflibis:
Venufli: from "Venusfliegenfalle" (see above).
bis: from "Gebiss" (teeth) and "Biss" (bite).

Shnebedeck

Shne: from "Schnee" (snow). (The pronunciation is the same, so the "c" can be omitted.)
be: from "bedeckt" (covered).
deck: from "Decke" (cover).

Snibunna

Snibunna [シュニブンナ].
A combination of SCHNIPPELN (cut; the "P" sound can sometimes be pronounced as a "B"), UNHEIMLICH (vile) and UNNATÜRLICH (unnatural). This creates a dark and mysterious feel. It is also similar to SNIEBEL (Sneasel), showing their evolutionary relationship.
The connection to SNIEBEL and its etymology are impeccable.

Rihornior

From Rihorn (Rhyhorn's German name) and Superior.
Same meaning as in English.

Elevoltek

Ele: from Elekid and "Elektek" (Electabuzz).
voltek: a combination of "Volt" and "tek". "Tek" is the last part of "Elektek" (Electabuzz).

Folipurba

Foli: from the Latin "Folium" (leaf).
pur is German for "Pure" (representing the clear air that surrounds this Pokémon).
"Bise" in German is a synonym for "Wind"/"Air", representing clean, crisp air.

Skorgro

Skor: from "Skorgla" [Gligar].

gro: from "groß" (big/large).

Galagladi

Gala: from "Galant" (english: gallant).
gladi: from "Gladius" (sword/blade).

Zwirrfinst

Zwirr: from "Duskull" (Zwirrlicht) and "Dusclops" (Zwirrklops).
finst: from "Finster" (dark, black).

Selfe

There is no German equivalent for UMA. In cryptozoology there is "Studie von versteckten Tieren" (Study of hidden animals) and "Wissenschaft der verborgenen Tiere" (Science of Cryptozoology), so we will use the following abbreviation: SVT (Studie von versteckten Tieren)


S: (see above).
Elfe: from "elf" (literal translation of "sprite").

Tobutz

T: from "Tier" (animal).
o: added because a vowel needs to be placed between two consonants.
butz: a synonym for "Kobold" (elf).

• Either name, "Tobutz" or "Tirbold", are fine, meaning included.
  We will leave it up to NOE to decide which one to choose.
  The other proposal is also fine as an alternative in case the trademark process is negative.

Wundertrank

Spezialität

"Wunder" (miracle) and "Trank" (potion).

Is it possible to make it a sweet (close to the in-game art) instead of a "Trank" (potion)?

Schlussstein

Spiritkern

"Schluss" (finish, to end, to complete) + "Stein" (stone).

An item related to Spiritomb. It's OK if it has a spiritual image.

Glüh-Orb

Weiß-Orb

"glühen" (to glow) + "Orb". The hyphen was added for readability.

It says "glühen" (to glow), so does that give the image of the color "white"?
Also, "Shiratama" [しらたま, Lustrous Orb] is an old word that has been replaced with "pearl" [パール], so just like in English, any name that evokes pearls is OK.

Feuerpapier

Feuerbrief

"Feuer" (fire) + "Papier" (paper).

Blumenpapier

Blütenbrief

"Blume" (flower) and "Papier" (paper).

Minenpapier

Minenbrief

"Mine" (mine, tunnel) + "Papier" (paper).

We understand the intention behind choosing "Papier", but since this item has a similar role to the "XXX Mail" from previous games, we would like it to be named with the same word, "BRIEF".

Herzpapier

Rosabrief

"Herz" (heart) + "Papier" (paper).

Schneepapier

Schneebrief

"Schnee" (snow) +"Papier" (paper).

We understand the intention behind choosing "Papier", but since this item has a similar role to the "XXX Mail" from previous games, we would like it to be named with the same word, "BRIEF".

Luftpapier

Luftbrief

"Luft" (air) +"Papier" (paper).

Ziegelpapier

Ziegelbrief

"Ziegel" (brick) +"Papier" (paper).

Aposebeere

Rospelbeere

"Apfel" (apple) + "Rose".

Apples and Roses.
Ap is one part of the word Apfel (apple).
Rose is from the rose flower.
"Berry names are essentially made up words that are a pun on the name of their plant of origin.
If there is a word that corresponds to "chompoo" [ชมพู่, the Thai name for rose apples] in German, it is preferable to use a pun on that name."

Schlaubrille

Schlauglas

"schlau" (clever, intelligent, smart) + "Brille" (glasses).

We are currently using "SCHATTENGLAS" for "Black Glasses". Could it be possible to use "GLAS" for "Glasses" to create a sense of unity?
[This early name would later be used starting in Gen VIII.]

Flottpuder

Flottstaub

"flott" (slightly colloquial for quick) + "Puder" (powder).

Since this item has a similar effect to "Metal Powder" (METALLSTAUB), could it be possible to use "XXX STAB" for "XXX Powder" to create a sense of unity?

Beobachter

Zoomlinse

Since the Pokémon should observe the enemy first, "Beobachter" (watcher, observer) would be appropriate. The term "Beobachter" does not refer exclusively to a person. In German, there are terms used for a person and terms used by a person. In this case, the name refers to an item that allows one to see something better and to keep an eye on something. We would like to keep this term if that's OK.

Since it's an item, the image conveyed by is different (doesn't refer to a person). Please use a name that evokes a tangible item (in this case, "lens"). Thank you for your explanation.
However, we would like you to name it "XXX Lens" (linse) in order to prioritize consistency (item effect, graphics).

Verbindung

Fatumknoten

Since two Pokémon are connected by this item, "Verbindung" (connection) would be appropriate.

Since it's an item, the image conveyed by is different (doesn't refer to a person). Please use a name that evokes a tangible item (in this case, "thread").
Also, will it convey the meaning of "red thread of fate" to represent the bond between a man and woman, like in Japanese?

Schrägduft

Schrägrauch

"schräg" (strange, odd) + "Duft" (scent, smell).

We are currently using "SEERAUCH" for "Sea Incense". To create a sense of unity, please use "XXX RAUCH" for "XXX Incense".

Lahmduft

Lahmrauch

"lahm" (colloquial for slow) + "Duft" (scent, smell).

Rosenduft

Rosenrauch

"Rose" (rose) + "Duft" (scent, smell).

Scheuchduft

Scheuchrauch

"scheuchen" (to scare away) + "Duft" (scent, smell). This should be fitting as this item scares away wild Pokémon.

Scharfkralle

Scharfzahn

"scharf" (sharp) + "Kralle" (synonym for claw).
Because it is the name of a character in an animated film, we avoided the literal translation "Scharfzahn".
[This entry seemingly references the "Sharptooth", the antagonist from "The Land Before Time".]

Could it be possible to make it a "fang" instead of a "claw"?

Gieß-Enton

Entonkanne

"Gieß" is one part of the word "Gießkanne" (watering can). "Enton" [Psyduck] is the name of the Pokémon after which this item is styled.

In the past, "Squirtbottle" became "SCHIGGYKANNE", and "Wailmer Pail" became "WAILMERKANNE". To create a sense of unity, could you change "XXX watering can" to "XXX KANNE"?

Mondfeder

Lunarfeder

Literal translation.

"Silver Wing" became "SILBERFLÜGEL", and "Rainbow Wing" became "BUNTSCHWINGE". Could you tell us the difference between the translations of "XXX Wing".

Suggestion

Psybann

It involves the use of hypnotic suggestion.

"サイコXXX" has previously been localized as "PSY XXX" and "PSYCHO XXX". Could it be possible to standardize this?

Refugium

Zuflucht

It is a synonym for "blame".

We don't think it matches with this move's effect or image.

Druckwelle

Vakuumwelle

It means "Shock Wave".

Is it possible to use "Vacuum Wave" as the name of this move as described in its description?

Rundumschlag

Raumschlag

It means "All-round blow".

Fine as long as the name is appropriate for Palkia's signature move.

Isenhütte

Feuriohütte

The word "Isenhütte" is a synonym for the German "Eisenhütte" (Iron Works).
→ "Isenhütte" carries the meaning of the German method of iron production, because "Eisenhtten/Isenhütten" (Ironworks) is not just a place name, but also a synonym for the work itself. Since children may not understand Japanese terminology or their respective translations, we would like to continue using the German name.

Could you please use the name "Tatara" (from President Tatara [Mr. Fuego]) + "steelworks"?

• It means "President Tatara's steelworks".

Wahrheitshöhle

Wahrheit (Verity, name of the lake) + höhle (cavern).

Is it possible to change it to a different word than "höhle"? In this game, it's the name of a special location, so we thought it would be best to use a name with a slightly different image than ones that have been used so far.
If that seems difficult, the current proposition is fine.

Kühnheitshöhle

Kühnheit (Valor) + höhle (cavern).

Is it possible to change it to a different word than "höhle"? In this game, it's the name of a special location, so we thought it would be best to use a name with a slightly different image than ones that have been used so far.
If that seems difficult, the current proposition is fine.

Stärkehöhle

Stärke (acuity) + höhle (cavern).

Is it possible to change it to a different word than "höhle"? In this game, it's the name of a special location, so we thought it would be best to use a name with a slightly different image than ones that have been used so far.
If that seems difficult, the current proposition is fine.

Kleriburg-Arena

Weideburg-Arena

The gym's name is based on the name of the city.

Depends on the final name for the city.

Sandgemme

Literal translation.

Trostu

Based on Trost (solace).
→The town has an image of being "carefree" and "idyllic", so please choose a name that suits that. Does "Trostu" fit the aforementioned feeling?
→Yes, it implies that this is a peaceful place where you can relax and enjoy life.

Jubelstadt

"Jubel" (jubilation, cheers) + "Stadt" (town).

Erzelingen

Based on "Erz" (ore) + "lingen" (a common ending for city names).

Herzhofen

"Herz" (heart) + "hofen" (a common ending for city names).
→ It evokes the image of a place where people gather, and the bonds between people. Please choose a town name that evokes this image.
→The term "Herz" (Heart) also includes the meaning of the bond between people. It gives the image of a town that is open to and enjoyed by everyone. In German, "Heart" is used as a term to refer to places, events, and things that are loved by everyone and are very popular, so this town name is appropriate and we would like to preserve it. Is that okay?

Schleiede

Based on "Schleier" (veil) + "ede" (a common ending for city names).

Blizzach

"Blizz" is based on the word "Blizzard", and "ach" (a common ending for city names).
→Is it possible to add the meaning of "tip of the blade" [切っ先]?
→Unfortunately, the German term for "tip of the blade" [切っ先] is too long. The German term is "Schwertspitze". It cannot be shortened. If we add an abbreviation to the name, the term becomes meaningless and has no meaning. As a result, we would like to use "Blizzach" to convey the meaning of ice, snow, and blizzard.

Wahrheitsgrotte

There was a misunderstanding on our part. We thought we should use "höhle" (cave).
We changed it to "-grotte" (grotto), which evokes a very special kind of cave, with water and beautiful landmarks.
Wahrheit means "verity" and grotte means "grotto".

Begegnungsstätte

It's a place where people with similar interests can come together to exchange ideas and ideas on a particular topic.

Leuchtturm

Literal translation (the "vista" part has been removed due to the character limit).
→ It has the same name as "Glitter Lighthouse" from Gold and Silver, but is it correct to think of it as a general term referring to a lighthouse? If possible, we'd like you to add the "guidance" part, but would a different approach be difficult given the character limit?
→The German word for lighthouse is "Leuchtturm", we'll just omit "Vista". There is no equivalent for "Leuchtturm" in German. If we used "Turm" (literally "tower") and "Vista", it would qualify as a tourist attraction (Vista) rather than a lighthouse.
[Vista Lighthouse is known as "Guidance Lighthouse" in Japanese.]

Alexa

Lucia

A modern name for a modern woman;
It expresses cleverness and boldness.
There's no explanation for how this name came to be.
However, Alexa suggests great talent, which is part of the meaning of intelligence. There is no German female name that matches the meaning of "pearl". This name suggests a tough, intelligent, yet kind girl. And because of this, she makes for a great and interesting character.

The Japanese name is "Hikari" [光, "light"], and the English name "Dawn" comes from the light of the morning sun.
Thus, the names are inspired by the motifs of "light" and "radiance", connecting to that of diamonds and pearls in this game.
Is it possible to name the protagonist in German using a similar approach?

Lucia

Veit

It calls to mind a strong man.
→ Is it a name that can be associated with the Rock type?
→ In Germany, there is only one male name that refers to rocks, "Peter".
This is a name that was used in a previous Pokémon game.
We want to avoid players mistaking this as the same character, who became a gym leader.
The German name "Veit" has no specific meaning, but it does give the impression of a strong, tough individual, which seems appropriate for this trainer.
[This entry seems to reference Jonathan ("Peter" in German), a character from the GBC Pokémon TCG video game.]

Hilda

It means "female warrior".

Wellenbrecher Marinus

The English word "Crasher" doesn't work well in German.
The name "Wellenbrecher" (wave-breaker; breakwater) gives the impression of a tough, strong individual who can destroy things.

Adam

It is based on the Latin word "adamas", which means "steel".

Herbaro

It is based on the Latin word "herba", which means "grass".

Ignaz

It is based on the Latin word "ignis", which means "fire".

Orisa

It is based on the Latin word "oryza", which means "rice".

Charlie

It's similar to the word 'barley'.

Lana

In Germany, there is a beauty product line called 'Bebe' (for example, "Bebe Young Care"), so we think it may be a copyright issue. The name 'Lana' is reminiscent of LAN [Local Area Network].

Dr. Schrittritt

It's a pun on two German words meaning "footstep".
It also sounds similar to the German phrase "auf Schritt und Tritt" ("at every step/turn").
→You mention "footsteps", but this character's characteristic is "someone who looks at Pokémon footprints and tells you what said Pokémon is thinking".
→It has nothing to do with the sound of walking (footsteps), but instead the image of someone constantly wandering around while watching their steps.

Vielfraß

Nimmersatt

(VIELFRASS, when written in uppercase)
Literal translation (English).

"Nimmersatt" was deemed better by NOE.

Ogerstopfer

Agrion

A made-up term. A person who darns an ogre. Literal translation (English).
[This is wrong, with "darner" confused for "to darn" (synonym of "to mend").]

The English name is a combination of "Ogre" (monster) and "Darner" (giant dragonfly (technical term)).
Please name it using a word related to "dragonfly".

Meerestreiber

Seedrift

Literal translation.

By categorizing Manaphy and Phione using similar terms, we can help players understand the strong relationship between the two.

Rasanz

If you use only "Mach", it becomes the imperative form of the German verb "machen" (to do/to make).

Rasanz is a synonym for speed. This word might fit better.

Wellenspiel

The term was a literal translation of the English one, and therefore lacked the meaning of "ripple". In Germany, "ripples" are called "Wellenspiel", meaning "the play of waves" or "wave play", so the term was changed to this. There is no equivalent term in English.

Entscheidung

Finalschlag

It means "decision". We think it can be used as the equivalent of a "decisive blow".

Please choose a name that conveys the nuance of "explosion" or "burst".
["Aftermath" is known in Japanese as "Induced Explosion".]

Mittelmaß

Felskern

In German, it means "mediocre".
It's an ability that reduces the effectiveness of supereffective moves, so this translation is an equivalent name.

We'd like to have the meaning of "rock" added.

Rundstein

Rundkiesel

Literal translation.

"STEIN" is used for the new stones. To avoid player confusion, we would like the "stone" part to be a different word from the other "stones". Is this possible?

Aststein

Astkiesel

Schwarzstein

Schwarzkiesel

Retropfeife

Rohr

Literal translation.

Should be changed to "Rohr". It is translated as a musical instrument.

GLUPAN-Maske

PANFLAM-Maske

This Pokémon name has not yet been approved by the legal department.

Depends on Pokémon name.