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Elder Scrolls Name Generator

Generate lore-accurate names for all 10 playable races. Includes logic for Orcish surnames, Argonian translations, and Khajiit honorifics.

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    About

    This tool utilizes a Phonetic Reconstruction Algorithm to synthesize character names compliant with the linguistic standards of the Elder Scrolls universe. Unlike simple randomizers that cycle through a pre-defined list, this engine constructs names syllable-by-syllable using race-specific phonemes and grammatical rules.

    For complex naming conventions, such as the Orsimer patronymics or Argonian hyphenated translations, specific logic gates are applied. For instance, an Orcish name follows the structure GivenName + gro/gra + FatherName, where the middle particle is strictly determined by the gender variable g. This ensures every output is not just distinct, but strictly lore-friendly.

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    Formulas

    The generation logic varies by race. The Orcish surname algorithm is defined as:

    Sorc = Ngiven +
    {
    gro- if g = MALEgra- if g = FEMALE
    + Nparent

    For Argonians (Cyrodiilic style), the generator selects from three distinct lexical pools to form a sentence-name:

    Nargo = Verbs ⊕ Prepositions ⊕ Nouns

    Reference Data

    RaceNaming ConventionExample StructureKey Elements
    ArgonianJel / CyrodiilicVerb-Preposition-NounHides-His-Eyes, Xukas
    KhajiitHonorificsHonorific'NameJ'Ghasta, M'aiq (M = Child/Apprentice)
    Orsimer (Orc)PatronymicName gro-Fathergro (Male), gra (Female)
    ImperialRoman/LatinPraenomen NomenMede, Septim, Varo
    DunmerDunmerisPrefix+Suffix House-ayn, -vayn, Hlaalu
    NordScandinavianName Clan-NameStormcloak, Battle-Born

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The names are generated using canon phonemes, prefixes, and suffixes found in games like Morrowind, Oblivion, and Skyrim. While the specific combination might be unique, the structure strictly follows lore rules.
    Khajiit names often include an honorific prefix separated by an apostrophe. For example, "J" indicates a bachelor or young adult, while "Dar" implies a thief or clever individual. This tool randomly assigns these based on lore frequency.
    These are patronymic (father's name) or matronymic prefixes. "Gro-" means "son of", and "Gra-" means "daughter of". The generator automatically applies the correct prefix based on the selected gender.
    Yes. The naming conventions in Elder Scrolls Online (ESO) are consistent with the single-player games. These names are perfectly suitable for ESO character creation.
    Imperial names are heavily influenced by Latin and Roman history (e.g., Titus, Gaius). Breton names are influenced by French and Celtic history (e.g., Antoine, Bellefort).