Create Authentic Names for Your Elder Scrolls Characters

Generate lore-friendly names for all races of Tamriel with our Oblivion Name Generator. Perfect for RPG players, Elder Scrolls fans, and fantasy writers.

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Choose Your Race

Select a race to generate an authentic name for your character. Each race has unique naming conventions based on Elder Scrolls lore.

Imperial Race

Imperial

Natives of Cyrodiil with names inspired by Roman and Latin origins.

Imperial Name Generator
Nord Race

Nord

Hardy people of Skyrim with Norse and Viking-inspired names.

Nord Name Generator
Breton Race

Breton

Natives of High Rock with French and Celtic-inspired names.

Breton Name Generator
Redguard Race

Redguard

Skilled warriors from Hammerfell with Middle Eastern and North African-inspired names.

Redguard Name Generator
Dunmer Race

Dunmer

Dark Elves of Morrowind with unique Dunmeri-inspired names.

Dunmer Name Generator
Altmer Race

Altmer

High Elves of the Summerset Isles with elegant, melodic names.

ltmer Name Generator
Bosmer Race

Bosmer

Wood Elves of Valenwood with nature-inspired names.

Bosmer Name Generator
Argonian Race

Argonian

Reptilian natives of Black Marsh with descriptive, Jel-inspired names.

Argonian Name Generator
Khajiit Race

Khajiit

Feline people of Elsweyr with unique Ta'agra-inspired names.

Khajiit Name Generator
Orc Race

Orc

Powerful warriors with strong, guttural names from their strongholds.

Orc Name Generator

Naming Conventions in Oblivion

Each race in the Elder Scrolls universe follows distinct naming patterns based on their culture and history. Understanding these conventions can help you create more authentic character names.

Imperial Names

Imperial names are heavily influenced by Roman and Latin naming conventions. They typically consist of a given name followed by a family name. Male names often end in -us, -ius, or -ian, while female names commonly end in -a or -ia.

Examples: Uriel Septim, Alessia Ottus, Hieronymus Lex

Nord Names

Nord names draw inspiration from Norse and Viking traditions. They often include harsh consonants and references to strength, battle, or natural elements. Family names may be patronymic (based on the father's name) or descriptive of physical traits or deeds.

Examples: Ragnar Stone-Fist, Olaf One-Eye, Brynja Ice-Blade

Breton Names

Breton names have French and Celtic influences. They often sound elegant and may include apostrophes. Family names frequently reference noble houses or places of origin.

Examples: Francois Motierre, Delphine Jend, Marcel Amelion

Redguard Names

Redguard names draw from Middle Eastern, North African, and Mediterranean cultures. They often include flowing sounds and may reference desert themes or warrior traditions.

Examples: Azzan, Falion, Saadia, Nazir

Elven Naming Patterns

The three elven races (Altmer, Bosmer, and Dunmer) share some naming conventions but with distinct cultural differences:

  • Altmer (High Elves): Elegant, often multi-syllabic names with melodic sounds. Family names may reference ancient lineages.
  • Bosmer (Wood Elves): Nature-themed names, often shorter than Altmer names, with references to plants, animals, or forest elements.
  • Dunmer (Dark Elves): Unique Dunmeri names with harsh consonants and exotic vowel combinations. Often include clan names or house affiliations.

Beast Race Naming

The beast races have the most distinctive naming conventions:

  • Argonian: Descriptive names in Jel (their native language) that often reference physical traits, abilities, or life events. Many Argonians adopt "translated" names when interacting with other races.
  • Khajiit: Names from the Ta'agra language, often including prefixes like "J'", "M'", "S'", or "Ra'" for males and "Daro'", "Ko'", or "La'" for females. They may include clan names or descriptive titles.

Orc Names

Orc names are typically short, guttural, and strong-sounding. They often use the prefix "gro-" (for males) or "gra-" (for females) followed by their clan name or their father's name.

Examples: Borgakh gra-Muzgob, Durak gro-Shar, Ghorbash the Iron Hand

Tips for Creating Memorable Character Names

  1. Consider your character's background: A name should reflect your character's heritage, social status, and personal history.
  2. Think about meaning: In many Elder Scrolls cultures, names have specific meanings that relate to traits, aspirations, or circumstances of birth.
  3. Say it out loud: A good character name should be pronounceable and memorable. Test how it sounds when spoken.
  4. Avoid modern names: To maintain immersion, avoid names that sound too contemporary or from our world.
  5. Consider nicknames: Many characters in Oblivion have earned titles or nicknames based on their deeds or traits.
  6. Check lore consistency: Ensure your name fits within established Elder Scrolls naming conventions for your chosen race.
  7. Be unique but not bizarre: While you want a distinctive name, extremely unusual names might break immersion.
  8. Consider your character's age: Older characters might have more traditional names, while younger ones might have more contemporary names within their culture.
Character Creation in Oblivion

About Our Oblivion Name Generator

Our Oblivion Name Generator was created by passionate Elder Scrolls fans to help players create authentic, lore-friendly names for their characters. We've carefully researched the naming conventions of each race in Tamriel to ensure our generator produces names that feel like they belong in the world of Oblivion.

Whether you're creating a character for a new playthrough of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, writing Elder Scrolls fan fiction, or need inspiration for your tabletop RPG character, our generator provides names that respect the rich lore and cultural diversity of Tamriel.

The generator uses a combination of authentic name elements from the games, books, and official Elder Scrolls lore, combined with algorithms that follow the phonetic and structural patterns of each race's naming conventions.

We're constantly updating our name databases to include more options and ensure accuracy. If you have suggestions or feedback, we'd love to hear from you!