Fantasy names thatactually sound right
Generate names for your D&D characters, fantasy novels, and RPG campaigns. Built on real linguistic patterns, not random letters.
Whether you're a dungeon master crafting your next campaign, a writer building a fantasy world, or a player naming your newest character—finding the perfect name matters. Our generators use linguistic patterns from Tolkien's elvish, Celtic mythology, Norse sagas, and established RPG lore.
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Tools to bring your fantasy world to life
Instant Backstories
Generate character backstories with one click. Perfect for bringing your D&D characters to life.
Quest Hooks
Get plot seeds and adventure starters built around any name. Great for DMs who need quick inspiration.
Lore Snippets
Generate history and context for artifacts, places, and organizations in your world.
Pronunciation Guides
Every name includes phonetic pronunciation so your table can say it right.
Save Favorites
Build collections of names for your campaigns. Access them anytime, even offline.
One-Click Copy
Copy individual names or entire lists instantly. No signup required.
Naming Tips
Create more authentic fantasy names
Match the Culture
Elven names should feel flowing and melodic, while dwarven names work better with hard consonants and Germanic sounds.
Keep It Pronounceable
The best fantasy names can be spoken aloud at the gaming table. Use our pronunciation guides to help.
Consider the Meaning
Many naming conventions include elements that hint at character traits. Generate a backstory to discover potential meanings.
Mix and Match
Combine elements from different generated names. Take a first name you love and pair it with another surname.
Questions & Answers
Common questions about using our generators
A fantasy name generator is a free online tool that creates unique names for fictional characters, places, and creatures. Runenym generates names for D&D campaigns, fantasy novels, RPGs, and worldbuilding projects using linguistic patterns from mythology, literature, and real-world cultures.
Yes, all names generated on Runenym are completely free to use in your D&D campaigns, novels, games, or any creative project. There are no restrictions or attribution required.
Runenym offers 50+ fantasy name generators covering races (elf, dwarf, orc, tiefling), classes (wizard, paladin, rogue), creatures (dragon, demon, vampire), places (kingdom, tavern, dungeon), items (sword, artifact, potion), and organizations (guild, cult, faction). New generators are added regularly.
Absolutely! Runenym is designed specifically for D&D 5e and other tabletop RPGs. Generate names for any race or class, with options for gender and name length. Click any name to instantly generate backstories or quest hooks.
Beyond name generation, you can generate instant backstories for characters, quest hooks for adventures, and lore snippets for items and places. Every name includes pronunciation guides, and you can save favorites to build collections for your campaigns.
Unlike random letter combinations, Runenym uses linguistic rules based on Tolkien's elvish languages, real-world Celtic and Norse naming conventions, and established D&D lore to create names that sound authentic and fit their fantasy origins.
Yes! Click the heart icon next to any name to save it to your favorites. Your favorites are stored locally in your browser so you can access them anytime, even offline.
About Runenym
Runenym is a free fantasy name generator built for D&D players, dungeon masters, fantasy writers, and worldbuilders. We offer 25+ specialized generators covering races, classes, creatures, and locations from classic fantasy and RPG settings.
Unlike random letter generators, our names follow authentic linguistic patterns inspired by Tolkien, mythology, and tabletop RPG sourcebooks.