Well, she couldn't fault him for his expectations, she was a special one when it came to this. She was, however, too busy making friends with Luxray to give this the proper explanation, "Talent, explain."

"My lady suggested various words until I found one I liked. She does this with each of us. To help us feel comfortable with her, even if most of us would be fine with any name she chose for us." The Espeon turned his attention back toward the party as soon as he was done explaining. His job was still, primarily, to protect her over the evening.

"I've hatched more Pokemon than I've caught, but I prefer to let them pick when they can. It helps me get to know them," that was a lie, she just didn't think it was courteous to just decide a name.