Sith Name Generator
Create dark Sith Lord names. The perfect tool for writers, gamers, and world-builders.
Showing 502 names available in Sith Name Generator.
Curated Sith Name Generator List
| Name | Meaning / Origin | Gender |
|---|---|---|
| Aayla | Star Wars character | female |
| Agen | Star Wars character | male |
| Ahsoka | Hope | female |
| Anakin | Warrior | male |
| Atton | Star Wars character | male |
| Aurra | Star Wars character | female |
| Bao-Dur | Star Wars character | male |
| Bastila | Star Wars character | female |
How to Pick a Good Sith Name
The Power of Sith Names
Sith names hit hard with power and threat in every sound. The Rule of Two set the pattern: drop your birth name and take Darth plus a dark word. A good Sith name should feel scary when said out loud. Unlike soft Jedi names, Sith names strike like lightning.
The Darth Title
The Darth title marks a true Sith Lord. Not all dark side users earn this rank. Inquisitors and lesser dark warriors keep their birth names. Only those who fully embrace the Sith path get the Darth title from their Master. This keeps the title rare and strong.
Hard Sounds
Hard sounds make Sith names scary. Look at canon: Vader, Sidious, Maul, Bane, Revan. Each uses harsh sounds like D, T, K, V, and S. The stress falls on the second syllable: dar-VADER, dar-MAUL. This rhythm turns the name into a verbal strike.
Dark Meanings
Meaning adds depth to Sith names. Vader comes from invader. Sidious comes from insidious. Tyranus comes from tyrant. This links the name to the character's nature. Pick words that hint at ruin, power, fear, or decay. Latin and old English offer great dark words.
Keep It Short
Keep names short and sharp. One or two syllables hit hardest: Maul, Bane. These stick in your head fast. Three syllables is the max. Beyond that, names lose punch. The goal is a name people fear and remember.
Era and Style
Era shapes Sith naming. Old Republic Sith used names like Malgus and Marr that sound ancient. The Rule of Two made Darth plus dark word the standard. Modern dark siders like Kylo Ren skip Darth and make their own style.
Fallen Jedi
Fallen Jedi face tough naming choices. Some take Darth titles fast: Anakin became Vader. Others resist and keep their old names: Ventress, Savage Opress. The choice shows the character's state of mind and how far they have fallen.
Avoid the Obvious
For games and stories, skip the obvious edge. Names like Darth Destroyer try too hard and feel silly. The best Sith names are subtle: Insidious works from within. Plagueis spreads decay. Smart, dark words work better than loud obvious ones.
Key Considerations
- Use Darth title followed by word suggesting darkness, power, or threat
- Employ hard consonants and sharp vowels for aggressive phonetic impact
- Derive meaning from words related to destruction, domination, or corruption
- Keep names to three syllables maximum for memorability and verbal punch
- Match naming style to historical era and character's commitment to Sith philosophy
Famous Examples
Darth Vader
Original Trilogy
The most famous Sith of all time. His name comes from Dutch for father, hiding the big reveal. The harsh sounds of Vader set the standard for all movie villains.
Darth Sidious
Prequel Trilogy
The Emperor's Sith name comes from insidious. It fits his sneaky style of rotting the Republic from within. The Latin sound makes him feel smart and scary at once.
Darth Maul
The Phantom Menace
One syllable, pure weapon. Maul sounds like what he does: destroy. His simple name proves you don't need length to be scary.
Darth Bane
Legends Novels
The Sith who made the Rule of Two. Bane means poison or ruin. His naming style shaped a thousand years of Sith after him.
Darth Revan
Knights of the Old Republic
The mystery lord who walked both light and dark. Revan hints at revenant, a spirit back from death. Fans loved his complex story.
Popular Sith Names
These names represent iconic dark side users and commonly chosen options for Sith character creations.
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Darth Revan | Revenant spirit |
| Darth Nox | Poisonous night |
| Darth Malice | Intent to harm |
| Darth Ruin | Destruction remains |
| Darth Vex | To torment |
| Darth Severus | Stern divider |
| Darth Nefarius | Wicked evil |
| Darth Havok | Widespread chaos |
| Darth Mortis | Death |
| Darth Khaos | Primordial void |
Frequently Asked Questions
QDo all dark side users get the Darth title?
No. Only true Sith Lords who fully embrace the Sith path get the Darth title. Inquisitors and assassins like Ventress keep their birth names. Fallen Jedi who dabble in darkness without full commitment keep their old names too. The Darth title marks total rebirth into the dark side. It's rare on purpose to keep its power.
QCan I create a Sith name without Darth?
Yes. Other naming styles exist in Star Wars lore. Ancient Sith like Marka Ragnos and Ajunta Pall had no Darth. Kylo Ren made his own name to reject old Sith ways. Inquisitors use titles like Second Sister. If your character works outside the Rule of Two or rejects tradition, skip Darth and make your own style.
QShould Sith names reflect the character's personality?
Yes. The best Sith names link to the character's style. Sidious works through sneaky tricks. Vader invades and conquers. Plagueis spreads decay. Tyranus rules through fear. Think about what your Sith does best: deception, brute force, or magic. Pick a word that hints at those tactics. The name becomes part of the threat.
QHow do I make a Sith name sound threatening?
Use hard sounds like D, T, K, V, S, and Z. Put the stress on the second syllable: dar-VADER, dar-MAUL. Keep it to three syllables max for punch. Skip soft sounds like L, N, and M. Test your name out loud. Say it like a curse. If it sounds scary in your voice, it works. If it feels silly, try again.
QWhat if my Sith name sounds too similar to canon names?
That's okay. Similar sounds prove you know the Sith style. Vader, Maul, and Bane all share harsh one-syllable sounds. Sidious and Tyranus both use Latin roots. Just don't copy names directly like Darth Fader or Darth Pain. Draw from the same word sources but make it your own. Patterns exist because they work.
QCan female characters have the same Sith naming style?
Yes. The dark side cares about power, not gender. Female Sith like Darth Zannah, Darth Talon, and Darth Traya use the same harsh sounds and dark meanings. Skip soft endings that weaken the threat. Female Sith should sound just as scary as male ones. Power is power in the dark side.