In Patrick Rothfuss’s fantasy novel The Name of the Wind, the young musician uses the name Kvothe.
Kvothe is the central character and narrator of the novel. He recounts the story of his childhood with the traveling Edema Ruh, the destruction of his troupe, his years of poverty, and his admission to the University. His reputation as a musician, performer, arcanist, and adventurer grows as the narrative progresses.
The spelling and pronunciation of the name are part of the book’s distinctive presentation of identity and legend. Kvothe is also known by several titles and stories, including the Kingkiller and the Bloodless, but Kvothe is his principal name.
Kote is the name he uses while working as an innkeeper in the framing narrative. Denna is a mysterious musician and love interest, while Elodin is a University master. None of those names is the young protagonist’s primary name.