Don't let anyone end up with a nickname you wouldn't want to be stuck with yourself. Most of all, hen parties are about adding a bit more fun. Remember, whatever names you end up with, you will probably be using in public, so don't use any names you wouldn't be prepared to say across a crowded pub. For instance, if they have Hermione Granger, they could have a Hogwarts scarf if they are Tinker Bell, they could have fairy wings if they are Lady Godiva, they should cover up, it might be a bit nippy later. Or if you're still keeping it clever, you can ask everyone to wear just one item that the rest of the hens will be able to guess their character from. Once everyone has picked their names, they can then create a fancy-dress costume. It's another great way to decide on hen fancy dress.

Fairy tale names - Belle, Cinders, Tinkerbelle, Elsa.

Classical authors - Virginia, Louisa, Sylvia, Agatha.

Historic figures - Cleopatra, Calamity, Godiva, Florence.

Shakespeare characters - Juliet, Cordelia, Ophelia, Titania.

Of course, being the bright bunch you are, you could always opt for more highbrow hen do names: You can even assign a fun forfeit for any hens caught not using another hen's nickname. It's a great ice breaker and sure to be a good talking point and focus of plenty of laughs through the weekend. Once everyone has their names, you can then take it to the next level by asking them to come dressed as that character or have a T-shirt made for everyone with their nickname on.

Little Miss names - Miss Neat, Miss Naughty, Miss Sunshine, Miss Scary.

Favourite movie characters - Hermione, Poppins, Leia, Lara.

Classic Corrie characters - Vera, Hilda, Diedre, Bet.

Classic Eastenders characters - Pat, Peggy, Kat, Dot.

If you're struggling for hen party names, then you can keep it simple by assigning everyone names from classic shows or movies.

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