When Do You Need a Random Name Generator?
- Fiction writers: Create authentic character names matching your story's setting and era.
- Game developers: Name NPCs, factions, planets, and items.
- App/web developers: Generate test user data with realistic names.
- Parents: Discover unique baby name ideas with cultural variety.
- Online gaming: Unique username ideas that aren't already taken.
- Privacy: Need a pseudonym for a forum or account? Generate one instantly.
Name Types Available
- Full name: Combines a first name + last name — ideal for characters and test data.
- First name only: Browse by gender (male, female, neutral).
- Last name only: Generates surnames from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Username: Combines words, adjectives, and numbers for unique handles.
How to Generate Names
1Open the Random Name Generator.
2Select name type (Full, First, Last, Username).
3Choose gender if applicable (Male, Female, Any).
4Set the quantity to generate (up to 50 at once).
5Click individual names to copy, or copy all names at once.
FAQ
Are generated names trademarked or reserved?
Individual names are not typically trademarked. However, if using names for a business or brand, do a trademark search before committing. Generated usernames should be checked for availability on your target platform.
How many unique names can be generated?
Our datasets include thousands of first names and surnames across multiple cultural backgrounds, producing millions of unique full name combinations.