Last Name Generator

Need a quick list of surnames for a project or story. This last name generator makes that easy.

Pick an origin. Set how many names you want. Click generate. Done.

What the last name generator does

The tool creates random last names from a curated list. You can filter by origin or pull from all lists. Each result set shows names once with no repeats.

Click the button again for a fresh mix. You can scan and pick what fits your needs.

How to use this tool

1. Open the origin menu.
2. Choose one origin or pick All Origins.
3. Enter how many names you want from 1 to 20.
4. Select Generate Last Names.
5. Review the list and copy the names you like.
6. Press generate again for a new list if you want more ideas.

Inputs explained

Origin or nationality

Choose where the surnames should come from. Pick one of the options below or select All Origins for a wide mix.

• All Origins
• English or British
• Spanish or Hispanic
• Italian
• German
• French
• Irish
• Scottish
• Chinese
• Japanese
• Korean
• Indian
• Arabic
• Russian
• Polish
• Greek

Use a single origin to match a setting or character background. Use All Origins to explore wider choices.

Number of names to generate

Enter a whole number from 1 to 20. The default value is 5. Larger lists help with quick scanning. Smaller lists help you focus.

What the output shows

After you click the button you will see a header and a simple list. Each line is one last name. The set contains different names with no repeats. A new click shows a new set.

Names can include accents, spaces, or marks like an apostrophe. That depends on the origin.

Tips for better results

• Start with All Origins to spark new ideas.
• Switch to a single origin once you spot a style you like.
• Run a few times to gather a wider pool of options.
• Pair the surnames with first names from your own list.
• Save the lists you like before you generate again.

Limitations and notes

• The list covers many common surnames, it does not cover every surname.
• The tool generates last names only.
• You can generate up to 20 names per run.
• Selections are random, the same name can appear again across runs.
• Some surnames can appear under more than one origin.
• You will see the message Please enter a number between 1 and 20 if the count is outside that range.
• You will see the message No names available for this selection if the origin has no list.

Common use cases

• Writers naming characters for novels or scripts.
• Game players naming avatars, guilds, or families.
• Designers filling mockups and wireframes with sample data.
• Testers creating test data for forms or spreadsheets.
• Educators building quiz items or classroom prompts.
• Researchers exploring naming patterns for drafts and notes.

Examples of results

Here are sample sets you could see. These are only examples.

• English example set: Smith, Johnson, Brown, Taylor, Clark
• Spanish example set: Garcia, Lopez, Sanchez, Torres, Cruz
• All Origins example set: Kim, Rossi, Martin, Ivanov, Singh

Get the most value

• Match origin to your story setting for better tone and flow.
• Use short runs to refine a theme or vibe.
• Use larger runs for broad research and quick scanning.
• Keep one shortlist per project so you can decide faster later.
• Pick names that read well aloud and on screen.

Why this last name generator helps

Finding the right surname takes time. This tool cuts the busy work. You choose the scope. It gives you clean lists in seconds.

You get a unique set each time you run it. That keeps ideas fresh without manual searching.

Quick checklist

• Pick an origin or All Origins.
• Set a number from 1 to 20.
• Click Generate Last Names.
• Copy the names you want.
• Run again as needed.

That is all you need. Simple, fast, and practical.