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Fantasy Clan Name Generator
Highland Clan, Northern Tribe and Totem Clan Names for Fantasy
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How the Fantasy Clan Name Generator works
A fantasy clan name generator for highland clans, northern tribes and kin groups. Clans tie characters to family, land and old feuds, which makes them perfect for barbarians, rangers, dwarf-like mountain folk and nomads. Pick a type and generate a name for your character's clan or a rival tribe.
How the fantasy clan name generator works
Highland clans follow a Gaelic-inspired pattern with Clan before a family name, Clan Mac Tavar or Clan Glenmure, for hill folk and border kin. Northern tribes join a cold landscape word with a word for people, the Frost Folk or the Raven-Fell Hold. Mountain kin use stone and craft words, the Deepvein Kin or the Anvilborn Kin, which suit dwarf-like cultures. Nomad clans are named for the lands they ride through, the Red Sand Riders. Totem clans are named after a sacred animal, the Heron Clan or the Bear Clan. For individual characters, use the fantasy character name generator.
Clans and feuds
Every clan needs an old friend and an old enemy. A feud between two clans gives a campaign a ready-made conflict.
FAQ
What is the difference between a clan and a tribe?
A clan is usually a group of families who share an ancestor, while a tribe can be a larger group made of several clans. In fantasy, the words are often used loosely, so pick whichever sounds right.
Why are some clans named after animals?
Animal names show what the clan values or believes. A Bear Clan might prize strength, while a Heron Clan might value patience. The animal also appears on banners, tattoos and carvings as the clan's symbol.
How do I use clans in my campaign?
Give a character a clan and a reason they left it. Old clan duties, feuds and family members can return at dramatic moments, giving the character personal stakes in the story and hooks for the game master.
Can I use these names in my game?
Yes. The names are original and free to use in tabletop campaigns, fantasy novels, strategy games and video games. Pair them with a battle cry from the battle cry generator for a clan that sounds ready to fight.
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