Wizard Name Generator

Need some more pointers to help you choose a suitably impressive wizard name once and for all? That’s what we’re here for! With so many possible names to choose from, here are a few tips to help you narrow down the options:

Consider your wizard’s personality, morality, and powers. What are your wizard’s core values? What’s their personality like—or the persona they evoke around other people? Or, on the other hand, what does their magic look like?

After all, “wizard” can be pretty vague. They use magic—what kind? Are they known for fierce fire-based spells, ice magic, dark and shadowy spells, or bright, illuminating light-based magic? The type of magic your wizard is known for (and what they do with it) can play into their name.

Find names with meanings that fit your wizard and their values. Now that you know all about your wizard, look for names that match. If your wizard has fire magic, for example, you could look for a name that means “fire” in another language, like the Latin “Ignatius” (“fiery”), or a name that’s fire-adjacent in some way, like the Italian name “Fiammetta” (“little flame”).

Maybe your wizard is known for their good deeds; in that case, you might want to look for a name evoking those heroic vibes! And, if your wizard is a villain to the extreme, a dark and sinister-sounding name would definitely be a better fit.

Remember to look up the meaning of any name you consider—or, if it’s easier, think of a name meaning first and then research names in that category.

Look for wizardly names from different cultures and languages. When you’re naming a wizard character, you can draw inspiration from all kinds of sources, including ancient mythology and folklore! In this case, the world is quite literally your oyster; you can find rich mythology and folklore from just about any region of the world, from Asia to Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

Plus, there are many mythical deities and figures associated with magic and sorcery—like the Greek goddess of night, witchcraft, and necromancy, Hecate, or the Slavic god of magic and music, Veles. You can find inspiration from their names as well!

Add a descriptor or title to your wizard’s name.
One of the more iconic examples of this is “Gandalf the Grey” (or, later, “Gandalf the White”) from The Lord of the Rings , with “the Grey” being a descriptor added to his name. If you could capture your wizard character’s appearance, vibe, or essence with a single word, what would it be? See if you can add a simple yet descriptive title to your wizard’s name—it can give them a little more gravitas and prestige, especially when making introductions!