Gnome Name Generator & Race Guide
Create fantastic names for your magical innovator
Example Characters
Generated Characters
Fizzle Tinkerfoot
Name Meaning
Fizzle:A curious inventor with boundless creativity
Tinkerfoot:Heritage of ingenious tinkerers and playful troublemakers
Nix Tinkertop
Name Meaning
Nix:Quick mind sparking with ideas
Tinkertop:Masters of magical innovation
Pip Quickfingers
Name Meaning
Pip:Swift as thought, light as air
Quickfingers:Family renowned for dexterous skill
Gnome Name Guide
Gnome names reflect their inventive, playful nature and their deep connection to both magic and craftsmanship. Our name generator draws from authentic gnomish naming traditions to create names that capture their clever and whimsical spirit.
Name Structure
- Given Names:
Short, cheerful names that often include playful sounds
- Male examples: Wrenn, Burgell, Zook, Quill, Fonkin, Dimble
- Female examples: Nix, Bree, Shamil, Tana, Zani, Mardnab
- Family Names:
Often compound words reflecting their craft or achievements
- Examples: Timeweaver, Sparklegem, Tinkertop, Gearwind, Puzzlelock
- Usually relates to invention, gems, or magical abilities
- Nicknames:
Gnomes love nicknames and often have several
- Examples: Ziggy, Tinker, Glim, Pip, Whizz
- Often based on personality traits or achievements
Origins & Heritage
Gnomes were created by gods of invention, illusions, and underground life. These clever folk combine magical aptitude with technological innovation, creating vibrant communities filled with the sounds of tinkering and laughter.
Physical Traits
- Height: 3-4 feet tall
- Weight: Around 40 pounds
- Lifespan: Can live up to 350-500 years
- Distinctive Features: Bright eyes, big smiles, and often sporting elaborate facial hair
Character Creation Guide
When creating your gnome character, consider these racial traits and gameplay elements:
Core Racial Traits
- Ability Score Increase: +2 Intelligence
- Size: Small
- Speed: 25 feet
- Darkvision: 60 feet
- Gnome Cunning: Advantage on Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma saving throws against magic
Subraces
- Forest Gnome: +1 Dexterity, Natural Illusionist, Speak with Small Beasts
- Rock Gnome: +1 Constitution, Artificer's Lore, Tinker ability
- Artificer's Lore: Double proficiency bonus for History checks on magic items
- Tinker: Can create small clockwork devices
Roleplaying Tips
- Embrace your natural curiosity and inventive spirit
- Use your size and cunning to your advantage
- Incorporate humor and wit into your interactions
- Consider how your long lifespan affects your perspective