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First Name Generator

Updated: 2025-10-02 (created: 2019-11-12)

Looking for that perfect given name for your character or NPC? The First Name Generator delivers a variety of names—from classic to contemporary—across cultures and styles. Click once to discover names like “Isabella” or “Kai.” Copy or heart your favorites for quick reference. Whether you’re building a story world or naming a new character, find the ideal first name in seconds.

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Choosing a Given Name

To pick a fitting first name, reflect on:

Which era or culture best suits your character?
Do you want a name with a specific meaning?
Should it be short and punchy or longer and lyrical?
How does the name sound aloud?
Do you prefer popular names or unique creations?

First Name FAQs

Answers to common questions about first names:

How are first names generated?

Names are drawn randomly from curated lists spanning eras, regions, and styles to ensure broad variety.

Can I filter by gender or culture?

Not currently; regenerate until a combination fits your desired demographics.

Are these real names?

Yes—names come from real-world sources, ideal for authenticity in your characters.

How many names can I generate?

Unlimited—click to explore every possibility until you land on the perfect name.

How do I copy or save a name?

Click the name to copy it instantly, or click the heart icon to save it to your favorites.

What are good first names?

There's thousands of random first names in this generator. Here are some samples to start:

Barney
Collin
Shawn
Rodrick
Marshall
Enid
Jordan
Roberta
Alana
Katie

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!

Embed on your website

To embed this idea generator on your website, copy and paste the following code where you want the widget to appear:

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<script src="https://widget.thestoryshack.com/embed.js"></script>
<script>
  new StoryShackWidget('#story-shack-widget', {
    generatorId: 'first-name-generator',
    generatorName: 'First Name Generator',
    generatorUrl: 'https://thestoryshack.com/tools/first-name-generator/',
    language: 'en'
  });
</script>