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GURPS Name Generator
Multi-Genre Character Names for Any Era, From Fantasy to Space
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How the GURPS Name Generator works
A GURPS name generator for generic, universal roleplaying. GURPS-style games can run any genre in any era, so a single campaign might need a medieval knight, a modern detective and a starship pilot. Generate names for fantasy, historical, modern, cyberpunk and space settings.
How the GURPS name generator works
Each mode matches a common genre. Fantasy names mix invented surnames and classic given names. Historical names use real medieval English given names and a place of origin, the way bynames often worked. Modern names draw on common names from around the world. Cyberpunk names add a street nickname. Space names use invented surnames and a numeral, suggesting a future where names have changed.
Mixing genres
Generic systems often mix genres, like time travel or crossovers. Use different modes for each era to show where characters come from.
Not affiliated
GURPS is a trademark of Steve Jackson Games. This site is not affiliated with Steve Jackson Games. All names here are original or common real names.
FAQ
What is a generic RPG?
A generic RPG uses one rules system for every genre and era. You can play fantasy, horror, science fiction or history without learning a new game, so names need to cover every setting too.
How were medieval names formed?
Many medieval people had a given name and a byname, often their place of origin, like Walter of York. The Historical mode follows that pattern with real period names.
Why do space names include numbers?
Adding a numeral hints at a future where names work differently, perhaps because of clones, registries or huge populations. It is a quick way to make a name feel futuristic.
Can I use these in other games?
Yes. The names are original or common real names and fit any game in any genre, from fantasy and historical campaigns to modern mysteries, cyberpunk and far-future science fiction.
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