Random Name Generator

We use authentic US naming data from 1980 to 2024, categorised by gender and rarity levels (very common, ordinary, uncommon, rare) for each year.

Rarity levels are based on actual usage frequency in the US. 'Prevalent' names were very popular. 'Common' names were widely used. 'Uncommon' names saw moderate use. 'Rare' names were used infrequently that year.

Yes! You can filter by decade: 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, 2010s, or 2020s. You can also select 'All Years' to see names from 1980 to 2024.

Absolutely! All names in our database were used by real people in the United States during the specified periods.

We focus on US names to provide the most accurate and authentic American naming data. This ensures historical accuracy for projects requiring genuine US cultural context.

Select the decade your story is set in and the appropriate rarity level. This helps your characters have names that were popular back then. It adds authenticity to your work.