Generate character names
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Breathing Life into Characters
To choose a name that fits, ask:
- What era or world is your character from?
- Do you want conventional or unique names?
- Should it reflect personality or destiny?
- How does it sound alongside a surname?
- Will it stand out in dialogue and narration?
Character Name FAQs
Common questions answered:
How does it generate names?
It randomly combines first and last name lists to produce diverse character names for any genre.
Are names suitable for any setting?
Yes—while names lean Western in style, they work across historical, modern, and fantastical settings.
Can I use them as surnames only?
You can mix and match first or last names; just copy the part you need and regenerate for new options.
How many names can I generate?
Unlimited—click “Generate” until you find just the right combination for your character.
How do I copy or save?
Click a name to copy it, or click the heart icon to save it to your favorites list.
What are good character names?
There's thousands of random character names in this generator. Here are some samples to start:
- Vern Rice
- Noel Winters
- Marty Chapman
- Johnnie Lynn
- Boris Wheeler
- Luella Mullins
- Wilda Archer
- Patty Adkins
- Luz Owen
- Staci Marshall
About the creator
All idea generators and writing tools on The Story Shack are carefully crafted by storyteller and developer Martin Hooijmans. During the day I work on tech solutions. In my free hours I love diving into stories, be it reading, writing, gaming, roleplaying, you name it, I probably enjoy it. The Story Shack is my way of giving back to the global storytelling community. It's a huge creative outlet where I love bringing my ideas to life. Thanks for coming by, and if you enjoyed this tool, make sure you check out a few more below!