Generate authentic fantasy names for your D&D characters. Choose a race and gender, then generate individual names or a batch of ten.
Names are built using phonetic syllable tables specific to each race. A prefix syllable is combined with a suffix syllable to create names that sound authentic to each race's linguistic style. For example, Elven names use flowing vowel-heavy syllables, while Dwarven names use harder consonant combinations.
The generator supports nine races: Human, Elf, Dwarf, Halfling, Gnome, Half-Orc, Tiefling, Dragonborn, and Half-Elf. Each race has unique syllable tables for male and female names.
Titles like 'the Brave' or 'Shadowbane' are optional honorifics that appear randomly on about 30% of generated names. They add flavor and can suggest a character's reputation or deeds.
Yes! Use the 'Generate 10' button to create a batch of ten names at once. This is great for quickly populating a list of NPCs or browsing for the perfect name.
The syllable tables are inspired by the naming conventions found in the Player's Handbook and other official D&D sourcebooks, but the generated combinations are original. They aim to capture the phonetic feel of each race's naming traditions.