About Random Name Generator
From ModrinthGenerates random names for entities as you name them!
⚠️ IMPORTANT: USAGE GUIDELINES If you're planning to use this on a server or modpack, please refer to: https://gamedash43.github.io/dash-mcl-licenses/#usage
This add-on automatically generates a unique, three-part random name for any mob you name using specific keywords.
📜 How to Use
- Step 1: Name any mob with a nametag using one of the recognized keywords. (i.e.
randomname) - Step 2: The addon replaces the tag with a randomly generated name.
- Details: Names are built from three random parts, offering 50³ (125,000) unique combinations.
❓ FAQ
Which keywords trigger random name generation?
The following keywords (and their variations) will trigger the random name generation:
randomnameRANDOMNAMERandomnamerandomNameRandomNamenamerollNAMEROLLNamerollnameRollNameRollnamepickNAMEPICKNamepicknamePickNamePicknameblendNAMEBLENDNameblendnameBlendNameBlend
How unique are the generated names?
Names are generated in three parts, resulting in 50³ (125,000) possible unique combinations.How does this add-on impact performance?
There are no ticking functions, so only slight spikes occur whenever players name entities.How do I report a bug?
Join the Discord and either DM me or post a message in the reports channel.Highlights
From source dataGame versions
Supports 4 Minecraft versions, the newest being 1.21.11.
Loaders
Runs on Data pack, Fabric, Forge, NeoForge and Quilt.
Footprint
Rated a light load on a server.
Random Name Generator on Nxeon
From our catalogue- One-click install
- Supported on Nxeon Minecraft servers. We download it from Modrinth, place it, and restart the server.
- Server side
- Required on the server
- Server type needed
- Data pack, Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, Quilt
- Server load
- light
- Smallest plan we suggest
- Minecraft — 2 GB (2 GB RAM). This follows our own load rating above, not a benchmark.
- Latest build
- 1.2+mod, released 2026-01-11
Game versions by loader
| Loader | Game versions | Newest |
|---|---|---|
| Fabric | 1.21.5 to 1.21.11 (4 versions) | 1.21.11 |
| Forge | 1.21.5 to 1.21.11 (4 versions) | 1.21.11 |
| NeoForge | 1.21.5 to 1.21.11 (4 versions) | 1.21.11 |
| Quilt | 1.21.5 to 1.21.11 (4 versions) | 1.21.11 |
| Data pack | 1.21.9 to 1.21.11 (3 versions) | 1.21.11 |
From 5 recorded builds of Random Name Generator.
Recent builds
| Build | Released | Game versions | Loaders |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2+mod | 2026-01-11 | 1.21.9 to 1.21.11 (3 versions) | Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, Quilt |
| 1.2 | 2026-01-11 | 1.21.9 to 1.21.11 (3 versions) | Data pack |
| 1.1+mod | 2025-10-01 | 1.21.9 | Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, Quilt |
| 1.1 | 2025-10-01 | 1.21.9 | Data pack |
| 1.0+mod | 2025-03-31 | 1.21.5 | Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, Quilt |
Run Random Name Generator on a Minecraft server
Pick a server or deploy a new one above; it is installed in one click.
What kind of mod it is
From the catalogTechnology & automation
Machines, power, logistics and automation.
Runs on your server
From source side supportModrinth lists Random Name Generator as required on the server. Check its Modrinth page to see whether players need it too.
Compatibility
- Game
- Minecraft
- Loaders
- Data packFabricForgeNeoForgeQuilt
- Runs on
- Serverrequired on the server
- Game versions
- 1.21.11 and 3 earlier
Verified at the source
- ✓ModrinthOfficial listing, checked 2026-10-03Open ↗
- ✓Authorokdashi, as published on Modrinth
- ✓LicenseLicenseRef-Dash-MCL-Open-1.0Free
