Finding the perfect name for a demonic character can be a monumental task for any writer. The right name evokes power, terror, and a sense of ancient, forbidden knowledge. It's more than just a label; it’s the first incantation that summons the character into the reader's mind. Whether you're crafting a story about a cunning deceiver from the depths of hell, an unstoppable warlord of the abyss, or a seductive siren luring mortals to their doom, the name must resonate with their essence. This curated collection offers a vast array of choices, from classical mythology to modern inventions, designed to inspire your next dark creation. Explore these infernal catalogues to find the one name that will make your demon unforgettable and truly a force to be reckoned with in your narrative.
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Classic & Mythological Demon Names
| Name | Origin / Association | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Abaddon | Hebrew | "The Destroyer," angel of the abyss. |
| Asmodeus | Persian / Jewish | Demon of lust, wrath, and luxury. |
| Beelzebub | Canaanite / Christian | "Lord of the Flies," a prince of Hell. |
| Belial | Hebrew | Represents worthlessness, lawlessness. |
| Mammon | Aramaic | Demon of greed and wealth. |
| Mephistopheles | German Folklore | The demon from the Faust legend. |
| Baphomet | Occultism | Goat-headed figure, associated with the Knights Templar. |
| Leviathan | Hebrew | Primordial sea serpent of chaos. |
| Pazuzu | Mesopotamian | King of the wind demons, brought famine and locusts. |
| Astaroth | Phoenician / Christian | A great duke of Hell, seduces through vanity. |
| Azazel | Hebrew | Associated with the scapegoat ritual; a fallen angel. |
| Samael | Jewish | Archangel of death, accuser, and seducer. |
| Moloch | Canaanite | Deity associated with child sacrifice. |
| Belphegor | Moabite / Christian | Demon of discovery and invention, seduces with riches. |
| Forneus | Demonology | A Great Marquis of Hell, teaches rhetoric and languages. |
Siren's Call: Female Demon & Succubus Names
Warlord's Roar: Male Demon & Incubus Names
- Malphas
- Amon
- Baal
- Zagan
- Valac
- Raum
- Furfur
- Marchosias
- Stolas
- Phenex
- Halphas
- Naberius
- Glasya-Labolas
- Bune
- Ronove
- Berith
- Foras
- Vine
- Balam
- Alloces
- Caim
- Murmur
- Gremory
- Ose
- Amy
- Oriax
- Vapula
- Ziminiar
- Gaap
- Shax
- Crocell
- Focalor
- Vepar
- Sabnock
- Ipos
- Aim
- Orobas
- Vassago
- Seir
- Dantalion
- Andromalius
- Xaphan
- Kasdeya
- Malthus
- Rimmon
- Abigor
- Gusion
- Sytry
- Paimon
- Barbatos
- Purson
- Eligos
- Leraje
- Botis
- Bathin
- Sallos
- Marax
- Andras
- Haagenti
- Decarabia
- Uvall
- Bifrons
Whispers from the Void: Eldritch & Unspeakable Names
Infernal Monikers: Demonic Titles & Epithets
Coded in Hellfire: Names with Demonic Meanings
- Abaddon
- Meaning "The Destroyer" or "Doom" in Hebrew. A place of destruction and an angel of the abyss.
- Belial
- Meaning "worthless" or "wicked" in Hebrew. Personifies lawlessness and is often equated with Satan.
- Azrael
- Meaning "Whom God helps." Traditionally the Angel of Death in Islam and some Jewish traditions, not inherently evil but often cast as a dark figure.
- Samael
- Meaning "Venom of God" or "Blindness of God." A key figure in Talmudic lore, acting as accuser, seducer, and destroyer.
- Mastema
- Meaning "hostility" or "persecution" in Hebrew. An angel who tests humanity and persecutes evil in the Book of Jubilees.
Legions of the Damned: Themed Demon Name Collections
- Pyralis
- Cinderfall
- Infernus
- Volcanus
- Ignis
- Asha
- Brask
- Caldera
- Emberos
- Solflare
- Fiammetta
- Krakatoa
- Magmus
- Scoria
- Hestia
- Pele
- Nocturne
- Umbra
- Loki
- Dolion
- Moros
- Tenebris
- Vex
- Lethe
- Sciaphile
- Murk
- Malig
- Chicanery
- Obscurus
- Caecus
- Caligo
- Zoilus
- Mortifer
- Pestilence
- Nox
- Malady
- Blight
- Carcer
- Putris
- Fester
- Typhus
- Contagion
- Septicus
- Miasma
- Corruptus
- Vermin
- Gangrel
- Atrophy
Modern Nightmares: Invented & Contemporary Names
- Vorlag
- Zarthus
- Kaelen
- Morvath
- Sylak
- Grolnok
- Xy'gor
- Drakul
- Raziel
- Tyrus
- Kryll
- Zoltan
- Malakor
- Veximor
- Raxus
- Therion
- Harkon
- Jorvask
- Kyros
- Balthazar
- Corvax
- Draven
- Erebus
- Fenris
- Grimald
- Hades
- Jaxx
- Kazimir
- Lucius
- Malthor
- Nero
- Orion
- Phelan
- Quillon
- Roric
- Silas
- Thrax
- Ulric
- Varian
- Warwick
- Xerxes
- Yorick
- Zephyr
- Acheron
- Brutus
- Cassius
- Damien
- Ezra
- Fabian
- Gideon
- Horus
- Icarus
- Jaxartes
- Kael
- Lazarus
- Mordecai
- Nephilim
- Ozymandias
- Phobos
- Quintus
- Remus
- Styx
- Tiberius
- Urien
- Valerius
- Zagan
- Azrael
- Bael
- Cain
- Dragan
- Falkor
- Gargos
- Heimdall
- Ignatius
- Jormungandr
- Krayt
- Lysander
- Mephisto
- Nidhogg
- Osiris
- Paarthurnax
- Ragnar
- Sargon
- Thanatos
With this arsenal of names, your journey into crafting a compelling demon character is well underway. Remember that a name is the first step towards building a personality. Is your demon a brutish force of nature like Krakatoa, or a subtle manipulator like Vex? Do they carry the weight of mythology like Belial, or are they a fresh horror from an unknown void like Xylos'oth? Let these names serve as a catalyst for your imagination. Combine them, alter them, and let them inspire the lore, motives, and terrifying presence of your story's antagonist. The perfect demon is waiting to be named.
