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Fae Name Generator

Find a fae name for the Summer Court, the Winter Court or the wild places in between.

Generate fae names

Gender
Format

  1. Fenwen Goldenwing

    Summer Court

  2. Liria Sorrowbriar

    Winter Court

  3. Nimren Wildtwig

    Wild Fae

  4. Aelith Palebane

    Winter Court

  5. Wynis Fernroot

    Wild Fae

  6. Ashriwe Petalbloom

    Summer Court

  7. Elior Toadcap

    Wild Fae

  8. Liran Amberbloom

    Summer Court

  9. Ashon Cloverwick

    Summer Court

  10. Ilieric Hazelrun

    Wild Fae

The fae courts

Scottish folklore split fairies into two groups: the Seelie Court, thought of as mostly benevolent, and the Unseelie Court, known for malice and mischief. Modern fantasy often reimagines them as the Summer and Winter Courts. Wild or solitary fae belong to neither court and are tied to one place, such as a stream, a hollow tree or a hill.

CourtMoodSurnames sound like
Summer CourtWarm, bright and generous, but fickleHoneydew, Sunbloom, Clovergleam
Winter CourtCold, secretive and dangerousFrostveil, Thornwhisper, Moonglass
Wild faeEarthy, playful and unpredictableMossbrook, Brambleroot, Hazelknot

True names and use-names

Folklore often holds that knowing a fae's true name gives you power over them, so fae rarely give it freely. In many stories they go by a use-name or a title instead.

Try giving one character both. Generate a true name with Name only, then a public name with Title, like “Liriel of the Hollow Hill”. The gap between the two is a ready-made plot hook.

How to use the fae name generator

  1. Pick a gender and a court, or leave both on Any.
  2. Choose a format: a single name, a name with a nature surname, or a courtly title.
  3. Generate a batch and star the names that fit your character.

Inventing words for your fae realm? The Fake Word Generator has a soft, elvish style that pairs well with these names.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between Seelie and Unseelie fae?
In Scottish folklore, the Seelie Court was seen as more kindly disposed toward humans (though still dangerous if offended), while the Unseelie Court was openly hostile. This generator's Summer and Winter courts follow the modern fantasy version of that split.
Are fae and fairy names the same?
Mostly. “Fae” (or “fey”) is often used for the older, more powerful and less cute beings of folklore, while “fairy” can mean anything from a tiny winged sprite to a fae noble. These names work for both.
Can I use these names for original characters?
Yes. They're generated from original syllables and nature words, so you're free to use them for OCs, novels and games.

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