911 Elf Names

Elf names sound fantastical and magical. This is because elves live in fantasy worlds, and their names reflect their character and personality. In this article, you’ll find comprehensive lists of hand-picked elf names, chosen for their elf energy.

What are Elf Names?

An elf is a supernatural being typically found in folk, science-fiction, and fantasy stories. Elves are mythical and magical creatures, usually identified by their small and delicate human-like form and pointed ears. Elves by their nature are magical, and therefore their names sound unusual and special.

Typically, a female elf is gentle and kind, but confident when she needs to be. The characteristics of a female elf name embody beauty, quiet strength, and creativity. A male elf’s name may give the impression of strength and presence, or they can be cheeky and childlike. Here you will find detailed lists of some of the most elf-sounding names, divided by gender and by different qualities.

Top 100 Elf Names

You’re likely to find exactly the name you need in this list of the top elf names. This list of male and female elf names has been selected for their supernatural elven qualities.

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Cool Elf Names

Here are some names that tick the boxes of coolness and elf-like qualities. Enjoy reading through this list and absorb some of that elf-like coolness.

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Dark Elf Names

Sometimes, an elf may have dark energy or dark qualities. While not necessarily negative, they still need a name that would speak to their darker energies. Here’s a list of names suitable for such an elf.

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Unique Elf Names

Elves are by their nature unique creatures, and these names play into that unique energy and sound very unique indeed. See if you’ve heard any of these unique names before.

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Magical Elf Names

More often than not, elves have some magical qualities. These names are perfect for portraying an elf with extra special magical abilities.

Naughty and Mischievous Elf Names

An elf is likely to have a naughty and mischievous streak, and these names would be perfect for such an elf! Take a look through and feel that mischief in this list of names for bad elves.

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Cute Elf Names

Oftentimes you’ll find a cute elf, so a cute elf needs to have a cute-sounding name to accompany that quality.

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Beautiful and Pretty Elf Names

A perfect name for a beautiful female (or male!) elf, these beautiful- and pretty-sounding elf names will resonate with those who appreciate beauty, which, let’s be honest, is all of us.

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Famous Fictional Elven Characters

Buddy is the titular character in the Christmas movie Elf. Buddy got his name when he snuck into Santa’s sack and ended up in the North Pole, wearing a ‘Buddy’ brand diaper, which the elves at the workshop took to be his name. Although accidental, the name is perfect for Buddy as he grows into a kind-hearted elf.

Zippity is an elf character from the Muppet’s Christmas special The Great Santa Claus Switch. With a name like Zippity, there’s already a sense of mischief around this elf, and this is evident in the story, where Santa and the elves get kidnapped.

Legolas is an elf character in the Lord of the Rings trilogy of books and movies. A woodland elf, Legolas has many elf-like qualities such as the ability to see further than others. The name Legolas originates from the Sindarin elf language, meaning ‘green leaves’. Orlando Bloom played Legolas in the movie trilogy.

Dobby is a house elf character in the Harry Potter franchise. An elf belonging to the dark wizard family, the Malfoys, Dobby’s name is English in origin. Dobby was a benevolent elf and as such the name Dobby has come to mean all positive things such as strength, love, and fun.

Thranduil is an elf character in J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle Earth world. He first appears as a supporting character in The Hobbit, where he is known as Elvenking, the ruler of the woodland realm. Thranduil means ‘vigorous Spring’ in Sindarin, appropriate for a woodland elf.

Aegnor is an elf in J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle Earth who is a brother of Galadriel, Finrod Felagund, and Angrod. Aegnor is a version of the Sindarin name Aikanaro, meaning ‘fell fire’ — an apt and prophetic name as Aegnor became a most valiant and powerful warrior, who was said to have fire in his eyes.