Choosing a name for your D&D 5th edition character helps them feel real at the table. The 5e Name Generator gives you options that fit official races and classes—whether you play a human fighter, a tiefling warlock, or a halfling rogue.
Race and Class in 5e Names
In 5e, names often reflect race: elves tend toward flowing, melodic names; dwarves use hard consonants and clan ties; tieflings may have infernal or virtue-style names; halflings favor cozy, nature-related sounds. Class can influence tone—paladins might have noble or oath-like names, rogues might suggest shadow or speed. Use the generator with keywords like 'elf wizard' or 'dwarf fighter' to get names that match your sheet.
Epithets and Surnames
Many 5e characters use a first name plus surname or epithet (e.g. Marcus the Steadfast, Gorak the Grim). Surnames can suggest family, place, or trait. Epithets work well for NPCs and villains. The generator produces both single names and full names so you can pick what fits your campaign.
5e Name Ideas for 2026: 20 Campaign Picks
Below are sample 5e name ideas by style. Use the generator above with your own keywords for more.
Humans & Fighters
- Aldric Voss — noble, Germanic
- Marcus the Steadfast — paladin epithet
- Cedric the Bold — fighter epithet
- Gareth Lionheart — paladin
- Helga Battleborn — fighter
Elves & Rangers
- Lyraen Nightbreeze — elf ranger
- Elowen Greenleaf — wood elf
- Faelar Moonstrider — elf druid
- Hendra Swiftarrow — ranger
- Willow Whisperwind — elf druid
Dwarves & Clerics
- Grimble Ironfoot — dwarf warrior
- Torvald Stonehammer — dwarf cleric
- Borin Battleaxe — dwarf fighter
- Rurik Frostbeard — dwarf
- Grizelda Stoneheart — dwarf female
Tieflings & Warlocks
- Zara Blackwood — tiefling rogue
- Lilith Darkwhisper — tiefling warlock
- Vex Emberheart — tiefling sorcerer
- Korbin Ashthorn — warlock
- Corwin Darkholme — warlock
Use the 5e Name Generator to keep naming consistent across your party and world. For race-specific options, try our 5e Elf Name Generator, DND Name Generator, or Tiefling Name Generator.