World of Warcraft Name Generator
Create unique, lore-friendly names for your WoW characters across different races, classes, and factions. Find the perfect name for your Azeroth adventures.
Free World of Warcraft Name Generator Tool
Create Lore-Friendly Character Names
Our World of Warcraft name generator helps you create unique, lore-appropriate names for your characters across all races, classes, and factions.
Racial Naming Conventions
Alliance Races
Humans: Medieval European names with noble surnames (Lancaster, Westfall, Proudmoore).
Dwarves: Scottish/Nordic influenced with hard consonants and clan references (Bronzebeard, Stormpike).
Night Elves: Flowing, nature-themed names with musical syllables (Whisperwind, Stormrage, Shadowsong).
Gnomes: Technical, sometimes whimsical combinations with surnames often relating to inventions (Sparkshine, Cogspinner).
Horde Races
Orcs: Harsh sounds with apostrophes and clan affiliations (Doomhammer, Gor'thak, Bloodfist).
Undead: Formerly human names with dark twists or death references (Marrowsteal, Gravesend).
Tauren: Native American inspired with nature/animal references (Bloodhoof, Skychaser, Winterhorn).
Trolls: Jamaican/voodoo influenced with apostrophes (Vol'jin, Zen'tabra, Jin'do).
Other Notable Races
Pandaren: Chinese/Japanese influenced names, often with two syllables (Chen Stormstout, Ji Firepaw).
Blood Elves: Elegant sounds with "thor" or "dorei" suffixes and arcane references (Sunstrider, Dawnblade).
Draenei: Eastern European/Slavic with alien twists and extra vowels (Velen, Yrel, Maraad).
Allied Races: Follow parent race patterns with unique cultural variations.
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Official WoW Naming Rules & Guidelines
Blizzard has specific rules for character names in World of Warcraft. Understanding these can help ensure your name won't be flagged or forcibly changed.
Technical Restrictions
- 2-12 characters in length
- Only letters (no numbers, symbols except apostrophes)
- Cannot contain multiple consecutive apostrophes
- No spaces or special characters allowed
Content Restrictions
- No offensive language, slurs, or inappropriate references
- No names that impersonate Blizzard employees
- No trademarked/copyrighted names (e.g., movie characters)
- Stricter naming policies on Roleplaying (RP) servers
Pro Tip: For RP servers, lore-appropriate names are strongly recommended and may be enforced by the community. Names that match your character's race and Azeroth's lore will enhance your gaming experience and avoid potential forced name changes.
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Famous Character Names by Race
Alliance Heroes
- Human: Anduin Wrynn, Jaina Proudmoore, Varian Wrynn
- Dwarf: Muradin Bronzebeard, Brann Bronzebeard, Magni Bronzebeard
- Night Elf: Tyrande Whisperwind, Malfurion Stormrage, Illidan Stormrage
- Gnome: Gelbin Mekkatorque, Millhouse Manastorm
Horde Heroes
- Orc: Thrall, Garrosh Hellscream, Grommash Hellscream
- Undead: Sylvanas Windrunner, Nathanos Blightcaller
- Tauren: Cairne Bloodhoof, Baine Bloodhoof, Hamuul Runetotem
- Blood Elf: Lor'themar Theron, Kael'thas Sunstrider
Naming Tip: Study these iconic character names to understand the naming patterns for each race. Notice how Human names often have real-world medieval influences, Night Elf names have nature themes, Orc names use harsh consonants, and Tauren names incorporate tribal elements.
Character Creation
Find the Perfect Name for Any Race
Each race in World of Warcraft has its own naming style, language patterns, and cultural references
Alliance Races
Horde Races
Neutral Race
Class-Themed Character Names
Incorporate elements of your character's class into your name for added depth and recognition
Ready to join the adventure?
Create a name worthy of legends that will follow you through all your adventures in Azeroth.