Edwardian Name Generator

10 tips for coming up with Edwardian names

1. Mine ancestral records for traditional Edwardian names.
2. Look for inspiration in historical fiction and classic literature for the time period.
3. Choose traditional, gender-specific names for female characters.
4. Include Anglo-Saxon names, especially for male characters.
5. Use longer, multisyllabic names over single syllable ones.
6. Research prominent English figures from the Edwardian era.
7. Mix together popular British and German names.
8. Look up locally used geographical names, such as those endings in -eigh or -field.
9. Include classic English surnames, like Finch, Pemberley, or Bingley.
10. Go outside the box: add in foreign names, exotic-sounding words, and nature-inspired names.

What's the Story Behind Edwardian Names?

If you've ever watched a movie or television series, you might have noticed that many characters have unique names. There are names like Oscar, Ira, Sterling, Aline, and Phineas. You might also have seen a name you didn't recognize. So what's the story behind these unusual names?

Why should you use an Edwardian Name Generator?

Using an Edwardian Name Generator can be a great way to find a unique, vintage-style name that stands out from the crowd. Historically, many people in the Edwardian era had very distinctive names, due to the fashion of the times. Using an Edwardian name generator can help to bring a bit of that era back in to your own name, allowing you to show off your creativity and your admiration of a past era.

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

All random Edwardian 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 Edwardian Name Generator?

There's thousands of Edwardian names in this Edwardian 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 Edwardian Name Generator over on The Story Shack.

Explore some Edwardian names

• Dugald Reis
• Percy Luker
• Roger Tull
• Albert Harvey
• Frederic Aarons
• Ruby Painton
• Lydia Trevarthen
• Eliza Stay
• May Barnes
• Jeanie Morley