World Name Generator

10 tips for coming up with world names

1. Look up names from ancient mythology, folklore and fairytales.
2. Visit sites related to language and linguistics for inspiration.
3. Research cities, countries and regions for their distinctively unique names.
4. Utilize the phonemic elements and phonology from your native language.
5. Look at the flora, fauna and geology of real-world places for inspiration.
6. Use sounds that evoke certain moods or evoke memories of specific places.
7. Explore various online name generators for random or themed name options.
8. Refer to literature, films and video games with unique world names.
9. Replace letters in a name with symbols or numbers to create a unique twist.
10. Create unique names by combining words, phrases and concepts.

World Names For Fantasy Worlds

If you're looking for world names to use in your game, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, you need to make sure that you're choosing an appropriate name that is not only unique, but also one that can stand the test of time.

Why should you use a World Name Generator?

Using a world name generator can help spark my creativity and come up with ideas I wouldn't have otherwise thought of. It helps create better storylines and characters because I can come up with names that sound authentic, are easy to remember, and help with immersion in my story. With a world name generator, I can quickly come up with names for various plots, locations, creatures, and more - perfect for a writer or storyteller trying to create a fantastic new world.

So many ideas, but can I use the world names for free?

All random world names created with this tool are 100% free to use without any need to provide credit (although we do appreciate the occasional shoutout). Be a little careful though, as there is always a small chance that an idea already belongs to someone else.

Is there a limit to how much I can generate with this random World Name Generator?

There's thousands of world names in this World Name Generator, so you won't need to be worried that we'll run out anytime soon. Just have fun with it.

For even more ideas and some additional options, be sure to also check out the World Name Generator over on The Story Shack.

Explore some world names

• The Burning Acres
• The Belated Province
• The Digital Archipelago
• The Abandoned Universe
• The Frozen Earth
• The Ink Region
• The Mirror Province
• The Vanishing Archipelago
• The Small World
• The Dual Lands