# Name Dice by Thinkamingo — Random Names for Writers

> Random fictional name generator for writers with extensive name combinations. (iPhone/iPad app by Thinkamingo.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/name-dice-by-thinkamingo/id536266573 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Thinkamingo](https://appshunter.io/developer/506577865)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 143 App Store ratings · 124 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 12 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-06-22
- Data updated: 2026-08-19
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/name-dice-by-thinkamingo/id536266573/reviews.md

## What is Name Dice by Thinkamingo?

Name Dice is a simple tool to create interesting fictional names. This app includes hundreds of first and last names, resulting in nearly endless name combinations.

Featured in MakeUseOf’s “4 iPhone/iPad Apps For Brainstorming Writing Ideas, Plots, & Characters”

Name Dice has received numerous 5-star reviews from writers of all ages and levels!

“I have NEVER been able to come up with names out of the blue when I'm in full writing mode! Sometimes I even put symbols in the text for names so I don't have to interrupt the flow of the story. With Name Dice, problem solved, quickly and easily. There's no complicated thing you need to do to open or close the app. Just a couple of taps and you have a random name for your character before you can say 'Holy Shakespeare!'” - E D Stewart

“This app is definitely one of my favorites. I've never really been that good with creating names for anything but the app more than makes up for my weak point. Most if not all names fit together perfectly and sound natural. There are no forced or absurd names each name is so strong that I feel as if the character practically comes to life as soon as I read it.”  - Keystat

Stuck on a name? Tap the screen for a new suggestion. If you don’t like that one, tap it again! It’s that easy!

Suggested exercises:
Draw Me: Roll a name, sketch a picture of that person.
Who Am I?: Roll a name, write down 5 likes and 5 dislikes.
Family Tree: Roll a name, then make a family tree. Who are the parents? Grandparents?
Friends: Roll 5 names and figure out how they all know each other. Chess club? School? Retirement home?
Archenemies: Roll 2 names. What’s their conflict?
Secret Crush: Roll a name. What makes this person your secret crush?
Summer Vacation: Roll a name. Write a paragraph about what this person did on their summer vacation.
Most Wanted: Roll a name. Make a “Most Wanted” poster with a mugshot, why they are wanted, and reward amount.
It’s a Girl/Boy!: Roll a name and make a baby announcement for them.
Nobel Prize Winner: Roll a name. Write a paragraph about them and why they won a Nobel Prize.
World Traveler: Roll a name. Write a short description of this adventurer and their adventures.

## Key features

- Hundreds of first and last names
- Endless name combinations
- Tap for new suggestions
- Simple and easy to use
- Writing exercise prompts

## What do users think of Name Dice by Thinkamingo?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Helpful for writers
- 💡 Generates realistic names
- ❤️ Great for character creation

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
- 🔊 Loud sound effects
- 📚 Limited name selection
- 🎨 Lacks diversity in names

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Screen freezes on startup
- Inconsistent name generation

**Most requested features**

- Add gender filters for names
- Allow users to add custom names
- Implement name search/sorting options
- Expand name database to include more cultures

## Recent user reviews (10 of 124)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/name-dice-by-thinkamingo/id536266573/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Name dice

*2022-02-05*

It’s excellent as I write stories and it helps a lot with characters names

### 5/5 — So easy it's almost criminal!

*2021-10-15*

This is a great app! Creating names for your characters is as easy as throwing a dice. I've got to confess - it takes a lot of the strain out of character creation - which suits me fine. Fantastic app. Does exactly what it says on the tin! I highly recommend it.

### 3/5 — Not perfect

*2020-12-05, version 1.6.1*

I liked it but it was very loud. Will not recommend to people with needs to be quiet, such as sleeping kids and so on.

### 4/5 — Good but add a few things

*2020-11-06*

This helps a lot with writing but I would add two things to an update.

1. A third dice, add another dice to represent a middle name but also make this optional just in case they don’t want a middle name. 

2. Gender preference, allow us to choose what gender the names generated should be. 

That’s really it add these 2 things and this would be an even better app.

### 2/5 — Nothing special

*2020-09-02*

It’s nothing special! Just a few names on a dice. It’s easier to just look up good names to be honest. There are loads of names but PLEASE add more!! It’s not really helping, the names are random! The names are all jumbled up! But thanks, some of the names are nice but it’s hard to find one you like because of the fact they are in a really random order.

### 5/5 — coolio!

*2020-08-31*

the ads are a bit distracting but who cares. i’ve named so many characters with this app! it’s really helpful and much easier than googling baby names, lol. people with heaps of OCs can relate 😂

### 5/5 — The best human name generator

*2020-08-24*

I use this app as my main name generator I and i simply love it it has realistic names and they never sound out of date or behind the times

### 5/5 — Love it! Great for writers!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

*2020-08-13*

I am a writer and sometimes I have a lot of trouble coming up with names for my characters. But this app is really simple and fun to use, has great names, and no adds. I u are a writer download now!

### 4/5 — Great app!!

*2020-08-05*

I love how it has so many names that I can use when I’m writing a book about how that God sent his only son into the world so that He could die on a cross for our sins.

All we have to do is realize that we need to be saved from our sins, and accept Jesus Christ (God’s son) as our savior!!

If you do that, you will be placed in God’s hand, and nothing can remove you from it!

John 3:16
For God so loved the word that He gave His only begotten son that whosever believeth in Him SHOULD NOT PERISH but HAVE EVERLASTING LIFE

Ask God to save you from an eternity of torment right now!!!

### 5/5 — Great!

*2020-06-05, version 1.6*

Very helpful to my writing!

## Frequently asked questions about Name Dice by Thinkamingo

### What does Name Dice do?

Name Dice is a simple tool designed to help writers create interesting fictional names for their characters. It offers a vast library of first and last names, generating nearly endless combinations with just a few taps.

### How do I get a new name suggestion?

Getting a new name suggestion is very easy. Simply tap the screen, and a new random name combination will be generated for you. If you don't like the suggestion, just tap again for another one.

### Is Name Dice free to use?

Yes, Name Dice is completely free to use. The application does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements, allowing writers to generate names without any cost or interruption.

### What kind of names can I expect from Name Dice?

The app provides hundreds of first and last names, leading to a wide variety of name combinations. Users have reported that the generated names fit together naturally and sound strong, helping characters come to life.

### Can Name Dice help with more than just names?

While its primary function is name generation, the app also includes suggested exercises that can spark creativity. These exercises involve using generated names for activities like sketching characters, developing backstories, or creating relationship dynamics.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.1 — 2020-10-30

Updates and bug fixes

### 1.6 — 2016-09-22

Updates and bugfixes

### 1.5 — 2015-12-16

Updated to support latest devices

### 1.4 — 2014-02-27

History: swipe to review previous rolls
Better support for iOS 7 and 4 inch Retina devices

### 1.3 — 2012-10-14

Bug fixes.
Better support for VoiceOver accessibility.

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