255+ Fantasy Names And Elf Names For Your Next Character (Or Baby!)

Feeling like your head is in the clouds? Like you’re dreaming up a fantasy? Then you’re probably on the hunt for some fantasy-inspired names. Maybe you’re simply into otherworldly games and fantasy fiction. Or perhaps you enjoy creating fantastically unique characters to play or write about. Regardless, whether you’re looking to name your next precious babe or the lead protagonist in your next novel, the name struggle can be hard… and fun. There are so many name options — good and bad. How do you choose? Where will you land?

If there’s one genre you can count on for unique and fantastic names, it’s fantasy. Lord of the Rings, The Chronicles of Narnia, Harry Potter, or Game of Thrones are only a few worlds filled with amazing names. You probably didn’t know a bunch of people named Daenerys growing up. But now is your chance to give your kid the name no one else has. Obviously, the name doesn’t make the kid, and they’ll embark upon their own journey, but it’s always nice to give them a magical start. So instead of flipping through a baby book, nerd out with your partner and write down the names that speak to your heart. Or you can consult our list. And hey, you can still have your movie night, just to make sure it has a nice ring to it.

In the world of fantasy, you can be whoever you wish to be, which means you can also choose whichever name you like. Having the perfect name doesn’t help you win your dungeon and dragons game, but it does set the criterion for your character. It’s the first thing others learn about your figurine, so it’s important to give them a name that represents their flair, style, and grace. So, does your character have the heart of Katniss Everdeen and the combat skills of Han from Star Wars? If so, don’t be afraid to get creative and mix and match these names to create your own unique title. We’re thinking… Katniss Han!

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Some of the best names have already been taken by amazing authors and lovely characters. That doesn’t mean they’re off-limits, though! Choose a name rooted in fantasy and give it to a strong female character to seal the deal for your own headstrong girl named Hermione. Or take a name that has otherwise negative connotations, like Anakin (Darth Vader), and raise a sweet kiddo that’ll turn the name on its head. Maybe the name you really want isn’t even on this list. After all, we aren’t covering World of Warcraft names, dragon names, or fairy names here… all of which are equally fantastic.

Rest assured, though, you’ll find no shortage of choices below. So, which of these fantasy names (including elf names!) will you choose for your next beloved being — human baby or otherwise?

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Fantasy Names From Pop Culture For Males

1. Aldwin/Aldwyn (Willow)
2. Anakin (Star Wars)
3. Atreyu (The NeverEnding Story)
4. Artemis (Artemis Fowl)
5. Bastian (The NeverEnding Story)
6. Ben (Star Wars)
7. Bronn (Game of Thrones)
8. Cullen (Twighlight)
9. Daario (Game of Thrones)
10. Draco (Harry Potter)
11. Eddard (Game of Thrones)
12. Emmett (Twilight)
13. Eowyn (The Lord of the Rings)
14. Falkor (The NeverEnding Story)
15. Faramir (The Lord of the Rings)
16. Finn (Star Wars)
17. Gandalf (Lord of the Rings)
18. Gendry (Game of Thrones)
19. Gregor (Game of Thrones)
20. Han (Star Wars)
21. Jaime (Game of Thrones)
22. Jaqen (Game of Thrones)
23. Jorah (Game of Thrones)
24. Kylo (Star Wars)
25. Legolas (The Lord of the Rings)
26. Loras (Game of Thrones)
27. Luke (Star Wars)
28. Oberyn (Game of Thrones)
29. Obi (Star Wars)
30. Petyr (Game of Thrones)
31. Pippin (The Lord of the Rings)
32. Poe (Star Wars)
33. Ramsay (Game of Thrones)
34. Ren (Star Wars)
35. Rool (Willow)
36. Roose (Game of Thrones)
37. Samwise (The Lord of the Rings)
38. Sandor (Game of Thrones)
39. Sirius (Harry Potter)
40. Shasta (The Chronicles of Narnia)
41. Stannis (Game of Thrones)
42. Sulu (Star Trek)
43. Theon (Game of Thrones)
44. Tirian (The Chronicles of Narnia)
45. Tormund (Game of Thrones)
46. Tyrion (Game of Thrones)
47. Tywin (Game of Thrones)
48. Tumun (The Chronicles of Narnia)
49. Willow (Willow)
50. Bode (Locke & Key)

Fantasy Names From Pop Culture For Females

1. Amidala (Star Wars)
2. Aravis (The Chronicles of Narnia)
3. Arwen (The Lord of the Rings)
4. Arya (Game of Thrones)
5. Astoria (Harry Potter)
6. Bellatrix (Harry Potter)
7. Brienne (Game of Thrones)
8. Catelyn (Game of Thrones)
9. Cersei (Game of Thrones)
10. Cherlindrea (Willow)
11. Daenerys (Game of Thrones)
12. Elora (Willow)
13. Fleur (Harry Potter)
14. Galadriel (The Lord of The Rings)
15. Gen (Star Wars)
16. Gilly (Game of Thrones)
17. Hermione (Harry Potter)
18. Jadis (The Chronicles of Narnia)
19. Katniss (Hunger Games)
20. Lavender (Harry Potter)
21. Leia (Star Wars)
22. Luna (Harry Potter)
23. Margaery (Game of Thrones)
24. Melisandre (Game of Thrones)
25. Merry (The Lord of the Rings — Yes, we know Merry is male. But there aren’t many females in LOTR.)
26. Minerva (Harry Potter)
27. Missandei (Game of Thrones)
28. Morla (The NeverEnding Story)
29. Nymphadora (Harry Potter)
30. Nyota (Star Trek)
31. Olenna (Game of Thrones)
32. Ornela (Game of Thrones)
33. Osha (Game of Thrones)
34. Padme (Star Wars)
35. Pansy (Harry Potter)
36. Raziel (Willow)
37. Rey (Star Wars)
38. Ripley (Aliens)
39. Sansa (Game of Thrones)
40. Shae (Game of Thrones)
41. Sorsha (Willow)
42. Sybil (Harry Potter)
43. Willow (Willow)
44. Ygritte (Game of Thrones)
45. Kinsey (Locke & Key)

Elf Names

What makes a name an elf name? These are names from the Elvish language or names of “famous” elves. Some names simply mean “elf,” like the Gaelic name Siofra.

Female Elf Names

1. Aalya
2. Aerin
3. Allyrion
4. Ammae
5. Apperford
6. Arinalue
7. Arrely
8. Arwynn
9. Ashford
10. Aurola
11. Avilyn
12. Avitihne
13. Bancey
14. Bayle
15. Beatsarda
16. Beesbury
17. Beicaryn
18. Camyla
19. Crane
20. Daedi
21. Donnis
22. Durwell
23. Eilgolor
24. Elbereth
25. Elrora
26. Elyana
27. Esalin
28. Estel
29. Esthis
30. Eyva
31. Faenys
32. Gaenzira
33. Garner
34. Gifmedha
35. Gislila
36. Glynrie
37. Gresnalyn
38. Haleth
39. Halyziar
40. Helehorn
41. Herdan
42. Jaidyn
43. Jelissa
44. Joansevel
45. Johvis
46. Keyvyre
47. Kririah
48. Laerra
49. Leodove
50. Lia
51. Liamyar
52. Liayra
53. Maryana
54. Melian
55. Meya
56. Mirazumin
57. Morwen
58. Norrey
59. Norydark
60. Ololar
61. Oloxina
62. Pabanise
63. Parge
64. Reyanna
65. Reyanna
66. Rina
67. Sesa
68. Shaed
69. Siofra
70. Sylvina
71. Tallhart
72. Taner
73. Teflorna
74. Teftrana
75. Umezorwyn
76. Valxina
77. Vicraera
78. Virdan
79. Waker
80. Wynna
81. Yinlee
82. Yvkiasha

Male Elf Names

1. Aelfdene
2. Aelfric
3. Ailwyn
4. Aktaion
5. Alberic
6. Aldon
7. Alstin
8. Balin
9. Biwenys
10. Brackwell
11. Bryer
12. Bulwer
13. Byrant
14. Callon
15. Cartwell
16. Charcraes
17. Cherman
18. Crowlin
19. Daewynn
20. Daman
21. Dondarrion
22. Emellan
23. Elrand
24. Gabthor
25. Gordar
26. Haldir
27. Hamell
28. Heleqirelle
29. Hentevar
30. Isemthil
31. Ishton
32. Jarvoril
33. Jimmer
34. Khort
35. Krismys
36. Kyllan
37. Lindir
38. Olaqen
39. Peregrin
40. Presphine
41. Pyne
42. Richenas
43. Richtevar
44. Ridman
45. Roberd
46. Rohan
47. Rud
48. Seamas
49. Syltumil
50. Teague
51. Terlaern
52. Theoden
53. Torgeiros
54. Ulajyre
55. Yelkrana

Other Fantasy Names

1. Akibrus
2. Aleera
3. Alva
4. Angun
5. Balrus
6. Breya
7. Bulruk
8. Caldor
9. Ciscra
10. Dagen
11. Darvyn
12. Delvin
13. Dracyian
14. Drusila
15. Lunarex
16. Mireille
17. Nyssa
18. Olwyn
19. Peregrine
20. Remus
21. Rorik
22. Shikta
23. Soril
24. Turilla
25. Zarek

Fantasy Name Generator

You’ve probably seen those cutesy memes that can help you determine your elf name or your Star Wars name, right? The results are usually dependent on things like the first letter of your last name or the last letter of your first name. They often factor in your birthday or birth month, too. Those are all super-fun. But, long before there was social media, and thus memes, there were name generators.

One of the first popular name generators was the Wu-Tang Clan Name Generator. From there, it just spiraled. If you want a truly and uniquely fantasy name, try the Fantasy Name Generator. Not only is there a generic, all-encompassing generator, but the site’s creator has also made separate name generators for things like WoW and D&D. In other words, your name will be tailored specifically to the game you’re playing and the character at hand. How cool is that?

Elves in Norse Mythology

During your search for magical monikers, you’ve probably come across elf names from Norse mythology. Norse mythology derives from North Germanic paganism. In this culture, elves are divine beings and there are two types: Dark Elves and Light Elves. Dark Elves have a darker complexion and live on earth, while Light Elves are very fair-skinned. These elves are known to cause and heal human diseases. Within Norse mythology, they were also worshipped.