Old English Name Generator
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Step back into the Dark Ages and explore the rich, sonorous history of the Anglo-Saxons. Our Old English Name Generator offers authentic names meticulously compiled from historical texts and linguistic traditions. Whether you're a writer crafting a saga, a gamer creating a character, or simply a history enthusiast, use this tool to discover names that evoke strength, wisdom, and nobility.
When Was Old English Spoken?
- Old English was spoken before 1150 CE, and is the language of the Anglo-Saxons.[1] The period from about 500 CE to 1000 CE is known as the Dark Ages.
- Middle English was spoken between 1150 and 1500 CE.[2] This was the Medieval era, also called the Middle Ages.
- Modern English was spoken after 1500 CE.[3] Early Modern English was spoken up until the 19th Century (1800s), and was the language of Shakespeare. Late Modern English was spoken after the 19th Century (1800s) and evolved further in the 20th Century (1900s).[4]
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