Random Name Generator
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Nothing you enter or choose here leaves your device. This tool runs in your browser.
How to use
- 1Choose how many names and where they come from.
- 2Pick female, male or both, and add middle names if you like.
- 3Press Generate again for more, then copy the list.
Frequently asked questions
What can I use random names for?
Characters in stories and games, examples in documents, test data, and class or project exercises.
Are the names real people?
No. They are made by joining common first names and surnames at random, so a result can match a real person by chance.
Which origins are included?
English, Nigerian, Indian and Spanish and Latin American. Choose one, or a mix of everything.
Can I get only female or male names?
Yes. Choose Female or Male for the first names.
Is anything sent to a server?
No. Everything runs in your browser and nothing is sent to us.
Read the guides
Learn how this works and how to get the most from it.
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