D&D Names by Class

How to choose a character name that matches your D&D class, from fierce Barbarians to cunning Rogues.

D&D Names by Class

While race typically drives D&D naming conventions, your character's class influences the vibe and energy of their name. A barbarian named "Whisperwind" might get strange looks, just as a bard named "Skullthor" might raise eyebrows. Here's how class can inform your naming choices.

Quick Reference by Class

Class	Energy	Example Names	Epithet Ideas
Barbarian	Fierce, primal	Grok, Rasha, Ulf, Korra	"the Unbroken," "Stormborn"
Bard	Musical, charming	Melodin, Cadence, Lyric, Aria	"the Silver-Tongued," "Nightingale"
Cleric	Reverent, dignified	Aldric, Seraphine, Cassiel	"the Devout," "Lightbringer"
Druid	Earthy, timeless	Ashwood, Bramble, Rowan, Willow	"Stormcaller," "Thornkeeper"
Fighter	Solid, military	Marcus, Tormund, Sigrid	"the Steadfast," "Ironside"
Monk	Calm, contemplative	Kenshin, Lotus, Tenzin, Shanti	"Windwalker," "the Still"
Paladin	Noble, heroic	Galahad, Aurelia, Brienne	"the Just," "Oathkeeper"
Ranger	Rugged, wild	Theron, Hawke, Sylva, Bryn	"Pathfinder," "Wolfheart"
Rogue	Sharp, shadowy	Raven, Vex, Shade, Vesper	"the Unseen," "Quickfingers"
Wizard	Scholarly, arcane	Aldranon, Miravel, Thandril	"the Wise," "Spellweaver"
Sorcerer	Dramatic, innate power	Kael, Ember, Tempest	"Bloodfire," "Stormborn"
Warlock	Dark, pact-flavored	Morthos, Ravenna, Grimshaw	"the Bound," "Hexblade"

Barbarian

Barbarian names should sound fierce, primal, and powerful — like a war cry.

Examples: Grok, Rasha, Ulf, Varka, Thane, Wulf, Korra, Brak
Naming tips: Hard consonants (K, G, R, TH) dominate. One to two syllables feel right. Avoid anything that sounds delicate.
Epithets: "the Unbroken," "Bonecrusher," "Stormborn" — earned through feats of strength.

Bard

Bard names should be melodic, charming, and memorable — rolling off the tongue like a song.

Examples: Melodin, Cadence, Voss, Lyric, Auberon, Aria, Fiddler, Jasper
Naming tips: Musical terms, poetic sounds, and theatrical flair. Names with natural rhythm when spoken.
Epithets: "the Silver-Tongued," "Song of the South," "Nightingale" — bards collect dramatic titles.

Cleric

Cleric names carry weight, devotion, and spiritual authority — names that sound like they belong in a temple.

Examples: Aldric, Seraphine, Theron, Ivara, Cassiel, Delphine, Absalom
Naming tips: Saints, celestial concepts, or ancient religious traditions. The deity they serve can inspire their name.
Epithets: "the Devout," "Hand of Pelor," "Lightbringer" — known by their divine connection.

Druid

Druid names connect to the natural world and ancient wisdom — like a name whispered by the wind in an ancient forest.

Examples: Ashwood, Bramble, Ceridwen, Fennec, Hawthorn, Moss, Rowan, Willow
Naming tips: Nature words (plants, animals, weather), Celtic-inspired sounds, and old-world aesthetics.
Epithets: "of the Old Growth," "Stormcaller," "Thornkeeper" — defined by their connection to nature.

Fighter

Fighter names are straightforward, strong, and military-inspired — a name you'd trust to lead a charge.

Examples: Marcus, Bren, Katara, Tormund, Reland, Sigrid, Victor, Elara
Naming tips: Names that would sound right preceded by a military rank — "Captain Tormund" or "Commander Sigrid."
Epithets: "the Steadfast," "Ironside," "Shieldwall" — earned through discipline and skill.

Monk

Monk names evoke discipline, inner peace, and spiritual mastery — names that sound like meditation.

Examples: Kenshin, Zephyr, Lotus, Ashoka, Seren, Tenzin, Kaede, Shanti
Naming tips: Eastern-inspired names, nature elements, balance and harmony. Many monks take new names when joining their monastery.
Epithets: "of the Open Hand," "Windwalker," "the Still" — known by their discipline.

Paladin

Paladin names are noble, heroic, and inspiring — names that belong in legends and oaths.

Examples: Galahad, Aurelia, Valorian, Brienne, Cedric, Isolde, Aric, Dawn
Naming tips: Arthurian legend, virtue concepts, and noble lineage. A paladin's name should feel destined.
Epithets: "the Just," "Oathkeeper," "Dawn's Champion" — paladins swear oaths that define them.

Ranger

Ranger names feel rugged, natural, and independent — names that belong in the wilderness.

Examples: Theron, Veyra, Hawke, Sylva, Ander, Falina, Bryn, Ranger
Naming tips: Nature imagery, animal references, and frontier sounds. Often practical names given by practical people.
Epithets: "Pathfinder," "the Tracker," "Wolfheart" — known for their wilderness skills.

Rogue

Rogue names are sharp, secretive, and often assumed rather than given — names with an edge of danger.

Examples: Raven, Vex, Shade, Dagger, Whisper, Nix, Silas, Vesper
Naming tips: Many rogues use aliases. Short, sharp sounds (V, X, Z) feel roguish. Consider a "real name" and a "street name."
Epithets: "the Unseen," "Shadowstep," "Quickfingers" — earned from exploits.

Spellcasters (Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard)

Arcane names carry weight, mystery, and power.

Class	Style	Examples	Note
Wizard	Scholarly, impressive	Aldranon, Miravel, Thandril, Elowen	Names that belong in spellbooks
Sorcerer	Dramatic, innate	Kael, Astrid, Ember, Tempest	Reflects bloodline or source of power
Warlock	Dark, pact-flavored	Morthos, Ravenna, Grimshaw, Pact	Names sometimes change after forming a pact

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