Breton Name Generator

Generate authentic Breton and Celtic names with meanings and origins. Perfect for fantasy characters, RPG games, genealogy research, and creative writing.

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Discover Celtic names. Generate now!

Discover Celtic Heritage

Breton names carry the echoes of ancient Celtic warriors, Arthurian knights, and mythological heroes. From the legendary courts of King Arthur to the misty shores of Brittany, these names evoke magic, honor, and timeless tradition. Perfect for fantasy worlds or exploring your Celtic roots.

Celtic • Arthurian • Medieval

Why Use This Generator?

Authentic Celtic Names

Real Breton names with verified meanings and cultural origins.

Arthurian Legends

Access names from King Arthur, Merlin, and Celtic mythology.

Multiple Eras

From ancient legends to modern Breton—find names for any setting.

Rich Meanings

Every name includes its meaning and origin for deeper context.

How this Breton Name Generator works

This Celtic naming tool generates authentic Breton names from the Brittany region of France, using historically verified databases spanning multiple eras. Four distinct styles represent different periods: Traditional provides classic Breton names in common use for centuries, Medieval offers names from the Age of Knights and Legends, Mythological draws from Celtic and Arthurian mythology, and Modern includes contemporary Breton names used today.

Each name entry includes the original Breton form, its English meaning reflecting Celtic linguistic roots, and historical origin information placing the name in cultural context. The database contains 280+ verified names organized by gender (Male, Female, Any) with meanings referencing the sea, nature, strength, and Breton heritage. Names like Arzhela (meaning "bear princess") and Mael (meaning "chieftain") connect users to Breton cultural identity.

The generator produces 12 names per batch with optional meaning and origin display toggles. Individual copy and inline edit features enable customization. Perfect for fantasy worldbuilding with Celtic themes, historical fiction set in Brittany, Dungeons & Dragons characters from Faerun's Celtic-inspired regions, genealogical research into Breton heritage, and parents exploring traditional Celtic naming options. Local processing ensures privacy for personal naming considerations.

How to Use

Choose Era

Pick Traditional, Medieval, Mythological, or Modern Breton style.

Select Gender

Choose Male, Female, or Unisex names.

Generate

Get 12 authentic Breton names with meanings and origins!

Example Usage

Generating mythological Breton names:

Input

Era: Mythological, Gender: Male

Output

Arzhur Le Goff — Bear king (Arthur) Merlin Kergoat — Sea fortress

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Breton names?

Breton names come from Brittany (Breizh), a Celtic region in northwest France. They share roots with Welsh, Cornish, and other Celtic languages, often featuring meanings tied to nature, virtue, and ancient mythology.

Are these names historically accurate?

Yes! Our database includes authentic Breton names from historical records, Arthurian legends, and modern Breton naming traditions, each with verified meanings and origins.

Can I use these for fantasy RPG characters?

Absolutely! Breton names are perfect for fantasy settings, especially Celtic-inspired worlds. Games like Elder Scrolls even have a race called Bretons based on this culture.

What's the difference between the style options?

Traditional are classic names still used today. Medieval are from Breton history (5th-15th century). Mythological are from Celtic/Arthurian legends. Modern are contemporary Breton names.

Is this generator free?

Yes, this Breton name generator is 100% free with unlimited generations. No registration required!

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