DnD Name Generator

Creating a memorable Dungeons & Dragons character starts with the perfect name. Whether you're a dungeon master crafting NPCs or a player designing your next hero, our DnD Name Generator helps you find unique and immersive names for any race or setting.

Why Names Matter in DnD

A well-chosen name sets the tone for your character’s identity, background, and even their destiny. It can hint at their lineage (e.g., elven surnames like "Moonwhisper"), their profession ("Ironhammer the Dwarf"), or their personality ("Zara the Cunning").

How the Generator Works

Our tool combines linguistic rules and fantasy conventions to create authentic-sounding names:

• Race-Specific Styles: Elven names flow like poetry, while orcish names are guttural and harsh.
• Customizable Themes: Generate names for nobles, rogues, or arcane scholars.
• Randomized Syllables: Mix prefixes and suffixes (e.g., "Ther-" + "-ion" = "Therion").

Examples for Inspiration

• Human: Aldric Vexley
• Elf: Sylvaris Dawnpetal
• Dwarf: Thorgar Stonehelm
• Tiefling: Vexis the Shadow-Tongued

Tips for Choosing a Name

• Say it aloud – it should roll off the tongue during roleplay.
• Align it with your character’s backstory (e.g., a pirate might have a nickname like "Saltbeard").
• Check your Dungeon Master’s lore for naming customs in their world.

Ready to begin your adventure? Use the generator below or bookmark this page for your next campaign!