Tieflings carry a little infernal blood, and their names usually show it. The best tiefling names sound sharp, a bit dangerous and easy to say across the table. This list has over 350 original ideas, sorted by gender, virtue, bloodline and class.
Every one of these dnd tiefling names is free to use at your table. Building a whole party? Grab a banner from our DnD group names. Your friends can browse dragonborn names for a scaled ally, or wizard names for the party spellcaster.
Male Tiefling Names
These male tiefling names lean on hard Z, K and X sounds. They work for a brooding hero or a smooth-talking schemer.
- Azrekhan
- Velkaris
- Draxemon
- Zarethis
- Kazimon
- Sarekiel
- Malphenor
- Ixaros
- Vorlakai
- Tharzeth
- Belphaon
- Nerekos
- Cazrith
- Orzhenai
- Kaelthos
- Severion
- Ravakesh
- Zephraim
- Halzareth
- Ezrakai
- Mezzoran
- Talverith
- Dravion
- Korzane
- Azzrem
- Lucavon
Want more tiefling names male players can use? Skip ahead to the infernal and class sections below.
Female Tiefling Names
Smooth vowels and a hiss of S or Z give these female tiefling names their edge. Some sound regal, others sound like trouble.
- Velithra
- Nyxara
- Seraketh
- Ilvaris
- Maelthra
- Kezzari
- Ravessa
- Orzhia
- Zephyrine
- Lilaveth
- Isvexa
- Calizhra
- Mireth
- Sabraxa
- Vashtiel
- Elzira
- Thalyssa
- Corvexa
- Zerahna
- Ophelix
- Kasmira
- Belzara
- Draviel
- Merovexa
- Ashtira
- Quilleth
- Rhazanne
- Serrafine
Looking for tiefling names female characters can grow into? Pair any of these with a surname further down.
Gender-Neutral Tiefling Names
Short and flexible, these names fit any tiefling. They also suit a character who prefers not to be boxed in.
- Kyrex
- Zaen
- Vahl
- Moriel
- Azrin
- Thessin
- Rezzik
- Nyrel
- Ixen
- Varo
- Ezkel
- Quorrin
- Halix
- Zevren
- Ravix
- Sarn
- Ilex
- Merrix
Tiefling Virtue Names
Some tieflings reject their birth name and take a concept or virtue instead, like Hope or Torment. It is a statement about who they want to be. Tiefling virtue names work well for a character trying to outrun their bloodline.
- Mercy
- Valor
- Patience
- Resolve
- Grace
- Vigil
- Solace
- Candor
- Wonder
- Mirth
- Truth
- Honor
- Vow
- Promise
- Clemency
- Fortitude
- Kindness
- Diligence
- Wisdom
- Justice
- Liberty
- Harmony
- Devotion
- Serenity
- Triumph
- Courage
Dark Virtue Names
Not every tiefling picks a hopeful word. These darker choices suit a character who embraces the worst things said about them.
- Ruin
- Defiance
- Penance
- Wrath
- Lament
- Malice
- Regret
- Vengeance
- Hunger
- Spite
- Grief
- Doubt
- Envy
- Silence
Concept Names for Tieflings
A concept name does not have to be a virtue. Any striking word can work if it says something about the character.
- Paradox
- Riddle
- Wander
- Echo
- Verse
- Tomorrow
- Vesper
- Midnight
- Ember
- Cipher
Infernal Tiefling Names
These names sound like they were first spoken in the lower planes. Use them for a tiefling who leans hard into the family heritage.
- Azgothrax
- Belzemoch
- Mor’vetha
- Zaghrael
- Kul’thazar
- Vexmodai
- Narghazul
- Ix’zhoran
- Thulgarax
- Sha’rezek
- Gorvathis
- Bezraal
- Zul’mekar
- Draz’gorath
- Uzzravel
- Malgrezar
- Khaz’meru
- Vorzhakul
- Ezzrothane
- Nethrazul
- Ybraxis
- Grezzamar
Tiefling Surnames and Family Names
Many tieflings grow up in human lands, so a common-tongue family name fits. These surnames carry a hint of soot and shadow.
- Ashgrave
- Emberhollow
- Vexley
- Duskmantle
- Thornfell
- Blackwick
- Cinderhart
- Grimsworth
- Scarrow
- Brimwell
- Sootmarch
- Kindlecross
- Ravencairn
- Hollowmere
- Ironsoot
- Coalridge
- Wrenshade
- Sablecourt
- Mournhaven
- Ashcombe
- Pyrewood
- Thistlebane
- Hornwright
- Embersley
Fire-Touched Tiefling Names
For a tiefling with ember-bright eyes and a temper to match. Every name here crackles a little.
- Pyrrhaxis
- Cindrel
- Emberath
- Scorvane
- Ignazra
- Flarethis
- Kindrax
- Blazriel
- Sulvaris
- Ashkarra
- Magmorel
- Charzeth
Shadow Tiefling Names
Quieter names for a tiefling who lives in the dark corners of the tavern. They suit stealthy builds and mysterious backstories.
- Umbrethis
- Nocthiel
- Duskara
- Vespyre
- Shaedren
- Gloamir
- Murkesh
- Tenebrix
- Noxvael
- Eclipra
- Shadrael
- Sablith
Noble House Tiefling Names
Some tiefling families hold old titles and older secrets. These full names fit a courtly schemer or a fallen heir.
- Lord Castimar Vire
- Lady Ophira Dravencourt
- Baron Malzeric Thane
- Countess Iselvra Morn
- Duke Severan Ashmere
- Lady Belisande Crowe
- Lord Aurex Valemont
- Marquess Zethra Holloway
- Lady Cressida Vantorre
- Lord Halvane Graymark
Cool Tiefling Names
These cool tiefling names sound good shouted across a battlefield. Most are two or three syllables, so they stick.
- Kaizar
- Zerakai
- Vanthos
- Kryxa
- Revenor
- Solvex
- Xyriel
- Azraeth
- Vortessa
- Nyxen
- Ozryn
- Zarkoth
- Veyra
- Thraxis
- Corvane
- Ravira
- Zylith
- Kaedrix
- Sarvex
- Luxira
- Drexil
- Onyxa
Tiefling Names for Warlocks
Tiefling warlocks are a classic pairing. These names hint at a pact, a patron or a price still owed.
- Hexaris
- Pactiel
- Morvayne
- Sigilra
- Zethrakai
- Covenor
- Ilthraxa
- Graveth
- Obsidiel
- Necrava
- Thrallis
- Voidra
- Kethrazel
- Seelmorn
- Azkavel
- Oathmira
Tiefling Names for Sorcerers
Magic runs in the blood for these characters. The names feel raw, bright and a little unstable.
- Arcanix
- Wildara
- Surgeth
- Manavex
- Riftael
- Glyphira
- Chaosmir
- Bloodvane
- Aetherix
- Sparkzel
- Zirconna
- Prismoth
Tiefling Names for Bards
A tiefling bard needs a stage name the crowd can chant. These have rhythm built in.
- Lyrazel
- Cadenzo
- Melodrix
- Sonnetha
- Ballaris
- Chorusin
- Tamborel
- Verselle
- Fiddrake
- Arpeggia
- Crescendrel
- Harpezza
Tiefling Names for Rogues
Quick, quiet and easy to forget on purpose. These names suit thieves, spies and anyone with sticky fingers.
- Shivrax
- Vexlock
- Silkara
- Daggoth
- Nimbrel
- Whispira
- Locktail
- Fennix
- Snickra
- Quillon
- Velvette
- Crookmar
Tiefling Names for Paladins and Clerics
A holy tiefling makes a great story. These names sound devout, with just a trace of something darker underneath.
- Sanctara
- Absolven
- Haloreth
- Benedra
- Oathren
- Lumivar
- Seraphix
- Redemmar
- Votiva
- Cantriel
Tiefling Names for Fighters and Barbarians
Big horns, big swings. These names are heavy and blunt, like the weapons these characters carry.
- Gorrak
- Brakthar
- Tuskora
- Ragzar
- Bulvara
- Cragmoth
- Steelra
- Skarrok
- Hammeriel
- Grendak
- Maulthra
- Brazzok
Tiefling Villain and NPC Names
Dungeon masters need tiefling names too. These tiefling names DnD villains and shady contacts can wear with pride.
- Mazreth the Hollow
- Vorsha Coalheart
- Ixomal
- Duskreaver
- Ser Malvorn
- Mother Ebonvex
- The Ashen Regent
- Kezrith the Liar
- Old Brimjaw
- Velgrimm
- Nyss the Pale
- Torvax
Short Tiefling Names
One or two syllables, nothing wasted. Short names are easy to remember in a long campaign.
- Vex
- Zor
- Kez
- Ashe
- Zyx
- Rax
- Iza
- Mal
- Zev
- Oro
- Kai
- Sev
- Ixa
- Qor
Tiefling Nicknames
Party members rarely use a full name for long. These nicknames are what the rest of the group will actually call you.
- Horns
- Sparky
- Tails
- Brimstone
- Smudge
- Pitch
- Flick
- Scorch
- Imp
- Coalie
- Sulfie
- Hellcat
Funny Tiefling Names
Not every campaign is grim. These funny tiefling names are made for one-shots and tables that laugh a lot.
- Hornathan
- Tailbert
- Lord Spicy
- Hellvis
- Sir Singes-a-Lot
- Brimstone Barry
- Pitchfork Pete
- Dennis of the Pit
- Sulfur Sue
- Tiefany
- Hornelia
- Smokey McHorns
- Deviled Egg
- Mr. Lava Lamp
- Fiend Zone
- Tailor Made
- Lil’ Infernal
- Unholy Moley
- Hornswoggle
- Charbroil Charlie
How to Pick a Tiefling Name
Start with your backstory. A tiefling raised by humans might use a plain first name and a common surname. One who embraces the bloodline could pick an infernal name instead.
Next, think about a virtue name. It tells the table what your character values, or wants to value. A dark virtue name says the opposite just as clearly.
Finally, say it out loud. If the table will trip over it every session, pick a shorter version and keep the long one for dramatic moments.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are tiefling virtue names?
A virtue name is a concept or ideal a tiefling adopts in place of a birth name. Common examples are words like Hope or Torment. It often signals who the character wants to become.
Do tieflings have surnames?
Many do, especially those raised in human towns. A tiefling might use a family name, a made-up one, or none at all.
Can I use these names in Baldur’s Gate 3?
Yes. Every name on this list is original, so you can use it in any D&D campaign or video game that lets you name your character.
What makes a name sound infernal?
Harsh consonants like Z, X, K and G do most of the work. Apostrophes and doubled letters add an old, otherworldly feel.
Should a tiefling name match its class?
It does not have to, but it helps the story. A warlock name can hint at a pact, while a bard name should be easy for a crowd to chant.
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