Star Wars Name Generator
Generate names from a galaxy far, far away. The perfect tool for writers, gamers, and world-builders.
Showing 510 names available in Star Wars Name Generator.
Curated Star Wars Name Generator List
| Name | Meaning / Origin | Gender |
|---|---|---|
| 4-LOM | Protocol droid turned bounty hunter | male |
| 99 | Malformed clone janitor hero | male |
| Aayla | Star Wars character | female |
| Ackbar | Mon Calamari admiral it is a trap | male |
| Ackmena | Bartender at cantina | female |
| Adi | Jedi Council member | female |
| Affie | Ship captain Hollow | female |
| Aftab | Resistance tech Ackbar | male |
How to Pick a Good Star Wars Name
The Star Wars Naming Galaxy
Star Wars names follow patterns built over decades of films, shows, and games. Thousands of species live in the galaxy. Each has unique naming styles. Learn the patterns to make names that fit the universe.
Human Names in Star Wars
Human names pair common first names with bold surnames. Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, and Leia Organa show this well. Skywalker hints at freedom. Solo means alone. This mix makes humans feel real and galactic at the same time.
Jedi and Sith Conventions
Jedi names have soft sounds suggesting peace: Obi-Wan, Luminara. Many use single names. Sith names contrast with hard, dark sounds under the Darth title: Darth Vader, Darth Maul. The contrast shows light versus dark.
Alien Species Naming
Each alien species has its own sound style. Twi'leks use apostrophes: Hera Syndulla. Wookiees have growled names: Chewbacca. Togruta names flow smooth: Ahsoka Tano. Look up existing characters to match the right feel.
Mandalorian and Droid Names
Mandalorian names sound Nordic or Germanic: Din Djarin, Bo-Katan Kryze. Clan names carry weight for family honor. Droid names follow letter-number codes: R2-D2, C-3PO, BB-8. They work best when they feel like IDs, not human names.
Planetary and Era Influences
Planets shape names. Coruscant has fancy city names. Outer Rim worlds sound rough. Naboo feels Italian. Alderaan sounds noble. Era matters too. Old Republic names differ from Imperial ones. Match your era and planet for a real feel.
Key Considerations
- Human names pair familiar first names with evocative surnames suggesting traits
- Jedi names use soft consonants and flowing syllables reflecting peace
- Sith names feature hard consonants and aggressive sounds under the Darth title
- Each alien species follows distinct phonetic patterns for immediate recognition
- Consider era and planetary origin for fully authentic character development
Famous Examples
Luke Skywalker
Original Trilogy protagonist
The classic Star Wars name pairs a simple first name with a bold surname. Luke means light-giving, hinting at his role as a hero. Skywalker suggests freedom and hope.
Darth Vader
Original Trilogy antagonist
The most iconic Sith name ever. Vader comes from the Dutch word for father, hiding his secret in plain sight. The hard sounds of Darth Vader became a symbol of movie villainy around the world.
Ahsoka Tano
Clone Wars protagonist
A Togruta name with flowing, melodic sounds typical of her species. It feels heroic and sticks in your head. Ahsoka became one of the most loved Star Wars characters across cartoons and live-action shows.
Din Djarin
The Mandalorian protagonist
The Mandalorian's name uses strong consonants and Nordic vibes fitting warrior culture. The repeated D sounds make it stick. It projects strength, honor, and mystery all at once.
Yoda
Original Trilogy Jedi Master
A single name reflecting Jedi monk ways. Yoda may come from Sanskrit for warrior or Hebrew for one who knows. The odd, short sound became instantly iconic and tied to wisdom.
Popular Star Wars Names
These Star Wars-style names capture the distinctive feel of the galaxy far, far away.
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Kira Voss | Ray of light + fox |
| Zeth Ren | Investigator + ruler |
| Soral Tann | Sun ruler + oak tree |
| Nyx Orion | Night + hunter constellation |
| Vex'ari | Troublesome one |
| Cassian Drell | Hollow + predator |
| Darth Mortis | Death |
| Mira Solaris | Wonderful + of the sun |
| Kael Sunrider | Mighty + sun rider |
| Thex'al | The powerful |
Frequently Asked Questions
QHow do I create an authentic Star Wars name?
Follow the patterns for your faction or species. Jedi names flow soft. Sith names hit hard. Each alien species has its own sound. Mix syllables from different canon names instead of copying whole names. Say your name out loud. Does it sound like it fits in the movies? That's your test.
QWhat makes Jedi names different from Sith names?
Jedi names use soft sounds and flowing syllables: Obi-Wan, Luminara, Qui-Gon. They feel peaceful. Sith names hit hard with sharp consonants under the Darth title: Darth Maul, Darth Sidious. The sound split mirrors the light and dark divide. Fallen Jedi take new dark names to show their change.
QHow do alien species names work in Star Wars?
Each species has its own sound style. Twi'leks use apostrophes: Hera Syndulla. Wookiees have growled names: Chewbacca. Togruta names flow smooth: Ahsoka Tano. Look up existing characters from your species to match the right pattern. This keeps the feel consistent across the galaxy.
QCan I use human names in Star Wars?
Yes. Human names work when paired with bold surnames that feel galactic. Luke, Leia, Han, and Rey use common first names. The key is surnames like Skywalker, Organa, and Solo that hint at traits or origins. Avoid Earth-tied surnames like Johnson or Smith. They break the feel.
QHow do Mandalorian names work?
Mandalorian names sound Nordic or Germanic with strong consonants: Din Djarin, Bo-Katan Kryze. Clan names matter a lot since family honor rides on members. Foundlings take the clan name of who adopted them. The way defines identity more than blood. Names reflect that creed.
QShould I research existing Star Wars names before creating mine?
Yes. The universe has thousands of named characters across films, shows, books, and games. Check Wookieepedia to make sure your name doesn't already exist. Research also helps you learn the patterns for your species or faction. It sparks ideas and keeps you from copying by accident.