Every race in D&D and other RPGs has its own naming style. Elves sound flowing, dwarves sound strong, and tieflings often pick a “virtue” word as a name. This hub gathers our race-by-race guides.
Use the generator below for a fast idea, then open the guide for your race for more names, meanings and tips that fit the lore.
D&D name generator
- Aerovyn
- Thaelor
- Caelir
- Faelorn
- Ilvaris
- Saelwyn
- Elarion
- Lorithil
- Ithrael
- Selunith
- Naerwen
- Aelira
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All D&D and RPG names guides
How to choose a good name
- Check your table’s setting first. A name that fits Forgotten Realms may feel odd in a homebrew world.
- Give your character a family or clan name too. It helps the story and makes NPCs easy to tie in.
- Pick a nickname your party can shout in a fight. Long names get cut short at the table.
- Avoid names your Dungeon Master already uses for a major NPC.
Questions people ask
Are these names from the official books?
No. The names on NamesGrill are written by us in the style of each race. Where we mention lore, we link to an open source so you can check it.
What is a good name for a first character?
Choose something short and easy to say, with a sound that fits the race. You can always add a title as your character levels up.
Do D&D races have last names?
Many do. Dwarves often use clan names, halflings use family names, and some tieflings and drow use house names. The guide for each race explains its style.