Free Shakespearean name generator

Because William Shakespeare’s plays span many settings and time periods, he drew on a range of sources when naming his characters, including history, mythology, and the various countries he wrote about, like Italy.

Many names that are popular today feature in the plays, like Jessica, Andrew, Olivia, and (of course) Juliet. Then there are some that are less common, like Hero, Laertes, and Leontes.

Not all Shakespeare characters had surnames/family names. It depended on the play and/or the character’s position.

Shakespeare sometimes opted for comedic names for particular characters, like the foolish Dogberry or unruly Sir Toby Belch and Andrew Aguecheek. However, other names are played completely straight.

Using a Shakespearean name generator helps you find names that capture the music, wit, and drama of the Bard’s world.

✅ Save time: Instantly access names without needing to scour old playbills or history books.

🎭 Cultural authenticity: Our generator draws inspiration from Elizabethan naming customs, blending English, Latin, and French influences found in Shakespeare’s works.

💡 Creative inspiration: Perfect for playwrights, novelists, and game creators crafting tales of courtly love, betrayal, or comedy.

⚙️ Customizable results: Filter names by gender, tone, or theme—from tragic heroes to mischievous jesters.

🛑 Avoid clichés: Forget random “olde English” names—generate ones that truly sound at home in a sonnet, tragedy, or tavern brawl.

Let’s look at some names that might walk the boards of the Globe Theatre:

1. Lysander Harcourt

2. Beatrice Montjoy

3. Edmund Fairfax

4. Rosaline Avery

5. Tobias Northcott

6. Helena Dane

7. Benedict Waverly

8. Cordelia Blythe

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