125 Mythical Names for Male & Female Trolls

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Troll names for DnD, World of Warcraft, and more

Co-authored by Raven Minyard, BA

Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Fact Checked

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Traditional

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Fantasy

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Male

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Female

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Fearsome

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Other Mythical Creature Names

From World of Warcraft to Homestuck to DreamWorks’ Trolls, trolls play a large role in pop culture and media. If you’re creating your own troll character, it’s important to give them a name that fits their appearance and personality. In this article, we’ve compiled a list of some of the best troll names, including traditional options from mythology, whimsical names for fantasy stories, and more.

What are some good troll names?

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Since trolls originated from Norse mythology, many popular names are inspired by the Old Norse language, like Doveregubben and Jotor. Many troll names are also on the shorter side and feature harsh, guttural sounds, like Balkur and Grimgor.

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Traditional Troll Names

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Choose a name inspired by mythology and folklore. Trolls originally come from Scandinavian folklore and Norse mythology.^{[1]
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Research source} Because of this, many traditional troll names are from or inspired by the Old Norse language. Here are some examples:
- Bergelmir
- Bolg
- Dovregubben
- Fjalar
- Gangr
- Geirröd
- Grendel
- Gro
- Hulder
- Huldra
- Hymir
- Jotun
- Kári
- Knut
- Lorvigg
- Myling
- Nokken
- Ragnor
- Skogra
- Skrýmir
- Thokk
- Thrunnock
- Trovikk
- Tusse
- Ymir

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Fantasy Troll Names

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Consider what trolls are like in your fantasy world. In pop culture, trolls are depicted in many different forms, from huge, hulking creatures to small, impish beings. Consider what your troll looks like, what their personality is, and any magic powers they may have. Then, choose a name to match. Here are some examples:
- Bonecarver
- Boulderfist
- Cliffscale
- Cragshaper
- Fernfinger
- Firekeeper
- Graveltooth
- Grimehook
- Grawp
- Ironhide
- Marblehide
- Mistweaver
- Moonshadow
- Mossback
- Oakfist
- Rootbinder
- Sapgulp
- Skrindel
- Skywatcher
- Stoneheart
- Sungazer
- Thornmantle
- Timberhowl
- Wildgrove
- Wrothmir

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Male Troll Names

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Pick a rugged name for a male troll. In addition to being inspired by the Old Norse language, many typical troll names consist of one or two syllables and harsh sounds. This is especially true of male troll names. Here are some examples:
- Balkur
- Bergrisar
- Boulderback
- Dagmar
- Gorbus
- Gorrash
- Grimgor
- Grunthak
- Hrothgar
- Hurgnir
- Kargath
- Kolgar
- Kragthor
- Loial
- Mogdar
- Murkul
- Rhalk
- Skalgrim
- Thramm
- Thruul
- Torgus
- Urgoth
- Vorgrim
- Vulthak
- Zarrgon

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Female Troll Names

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Follow feminine naming conventions for a female troll. In many books and movies, trolls have short, guttural names. Feminine names often sound similar to their masculine counterparts, but they often end in “A” to soften them a bit. Here are some examples:
- Brulga
- Dagra
- Dorna
- Dratha
- Drelga
- Eska
- Folga
- Grimsha
- Grisha
- Gronka
- Hrestha
- Kalga
- Morla
- Murgha
- Nagra
- Skathla
- Skogsra
- Skorna
- Ultha
- Vorna
- Westra
- Yegra
- Yorgha
- Zarkha
- Zulma

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Fearsome Troll Names

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Pick a frightening name for an intimidating troll. If trolls are villains in your fantasy world (or they simply look big and scary), choose a name that will strike fear into anyone who comes across them. Hint at your troll’s strength or their appetite. Here are some examples:
- Bloodfist
- Bonegrinder
- Bonesnap
- Deathmaw
- Doomcrusher
- Earthshaker
- Fearmonger
- Fleshrender
- Fleshripper
- Gorefang
- Grimshatter
- Hellroar
- Ironhide
- Mauler
- Mountaindoom
- Plaguebringer
- Ravager
- Rotgut
- Skullbreaker
- Skullsplitter
- Stoneripper
- Stormbringer
- Soulcrusher
- Venomfang
- Wrathspine