CraveBooks labs
Character Name Generator
Build immersive character names tuned to genre, mood, and culture. Layer tonal inflections, tailor the cadence, and weave keywords to land on hero-ready names in seconds.
Genre presets
18+
Avg. generation
~0.3s
Name combos
10,000+
Use our genres
Quick genre presets
Tap any CraveBooks genre to preload the generator with tuned phonetics. Perfect for keeping series or universes tonally aligned.
Pick a badge above to auto-fill the genre field.
Step 1
Build a name profile
Tips for unforgettable names
- •Match vowel softness to your character’s temperament.
- •Blend cultures to show heritage or dual-world conflicts.
- •Use shorter names for action-driven scenes to keep pacing tight.
- •Reserve complex consonants for antagonists or enigmatic figures.
- •Repeat subtle letter patterns across siblings or clan members.
Frequently Asked Questions
It layers genre-specific phonetics with cultural syllables, then injects tonal fragments and optional keywords to deliver cohesive results.