Creating a female warrior character? The right name can convey strength, honor, and battle-hardened prowess. This guide presents 75 powerful names perfect for fighters, paladins, barbarians, and any woman who lives by the sword.
Norse & Viking Warrior Names
The Norse tradition produced legendary shieldmaidens whose names still echo with power:
Astrid — "Divine strength"
Brunhilde — "Battle armor"
Freya — "Noble woman"
Gudrun — "God's secret lore"
Sigrid — "Victory, beautiful"
Thyra — "Thor's warrior"
Valdis — "Goddess of the slain"
Ylva — "She-wolf"
Celtic Warrior Names
Celtic women warriors were feared across ancient Europe:
Boudicca — "Victory"
Caradwen — "Blessed love"
Maeve — "Intoxicating"
Morrigan — "Phantom queen"
Scathach — "Shadowy"
Brigid — "Exalted one"
Fantasy Warrior Names
Original names crafted for fantasy settings:
Vaelora
Kaelith
Severina
Thyrsea
Valoryn
Drakara
Ironcrest
Stormhild
Tips for Naming Female Warriors
- Consider names with strong consonants (K, V, R, TH)
- Look to historical warrior women for inspiration
- Match the name to your character's fighting style
- Think about cultural background and setting