How can I convert a string to a variable name in Python?

I have a string in Python that represents a variable name, and I want to create a variable with that name. How can I convert the string to a variable name in Python?

I’ve tried using the exec() function, but I’m not sure if that’s the best way to do this. Here’s what I’ve tried:

This works, but I’m not sure if it’s the most Pythonic or safest way to create a variable from a string.

Is there a better way to convert a string to a variable name in Python? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!