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Sidekick Name Generator
Squires, Comic Companions, Henchmen and Animal Partners for Heroes
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How the Sidekick Name Generator works
A sidekick name generator for loyal companions of heroes and villains. Sidekicks are the squires, comic friends, young partners and faithful animals who follow the main character everywhere. Pick a type and generate a name that sounds smaller, friendlier or funnier than the hero's name.
How the sidekick name generator works
Squires get short, humble names, Pip or Hob, because they are young and still learning. Comic companions get bouncy, silly names, Gribble or Tootle, for the friend who lightens every scene. Superhero partners get a smaller version of a hero name, Kid Comet or Pocket Spark, for the junior member of the team. Animal companions get the kind of name a person gives a pet, Sir Whiskers or Captain Beak. Henchmen get grubby or oily names for villain helpers, Snell or Mortimer. For the heroes themselves, try the superhero name generator.
Smaller than the hero
A sidekick's name should never outshine the main character. Short names and words like Kid, Little and Junior keep the balance right.
FAQ
What makes a good sidekick name?
A good sidekick name is short, friendly and easy to shout in a crisis. It should sound smaller or funnier than the hero's name, so readers know at once who leads and who follows.
Why do superhero sidekicks use Kid or Junior?
Words like Kid and Junior show that the sidekick is younger and still in training. They also leave room to grow, since a sidekick might drop the Kid and take a full hero name later in the story.
Can a villain have a sidekick?
Yes. Villain sidekicks are usually called henchmen or minions, and their names often sound grubby or oily, like Snell or Pettifer. They make great comic relief and sometimes switch sides at the end.
Can I use these names in my story?
Yes. The names are original and free to use in novels, comics, tabletop games, video games and short stories. Mix them with a trait from the character trait generator to give your sidekick a personality.
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