Picking a demon name is not easy. It has to sound dark and strong. It also has to fit the world you are building. A good name can make a villain feel real in just one word.
You may be writing a story or a script. Maybe you are building a game character or a fantasy world. Or you just love dark and spooky names. Whatever your goal is, this list has something for you. We have old names, scary names, and fun new ones.
Below, you will find the best demon names in one place. Some come from myth and old tales. Others are made up and ready to use. Pick the ones you like, mix them, or use them as a spark for your own. Let’s get started.
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Demon Name
A good demon name is short, sharp, and easy to say. These picks work for almost any dark story or game.
- Azrath
- Malgor
- Vexor
- Zarkul
- Draven
- Mortis
- Nyxar
- Kharon
- Belthar
- Xyloth
- Morgrath
- Zephyros
- Valkor
- Nythor
- Ashgar
- Krovax
- Dreadmaw
- Sorrowfang
- Hellion
- Vorgath
- Malakar
- Ziruth
- Obsidian
- Cindrath
- Thraxus
- Drakkar
- Umbrax
- Kaelthor
- Ravenor
- Mordrax
- Voidbane
- Gorath
- Lurian
- Nocturne
- Pyrrhos
- Skarn
- Tormar
- Zalgrin
- Bloodthorn
Fantasy Demon Names
Fantasy worlds need names that feel old and magical. These sound right for dark lords, cursed beasts, and hidden horrors.
- Ysmaleth
- Vaelkor
- Ithrandor
- Seraphax
- Mordaine
- Elkaroth
- Nightveil
- Zyrenth
- Caldrix
- Ashenmourn
- Velkaris
- Dornhallow
- Ebonmaw
- Kryllis
- Vaedra
- Ravenmoor
- Shadowmere
- Torvaleth
- Ixalith
- Embergaunt
- Quillion
- Hexmoor
- Gloamwing
- Nethrys
- Duskwarden
- Orvalis
- Fenrik
- Thornweaver
- Sablemaw
- Ulthane
- Wraithborn
- Zorvath
- Cinderveil
- Maldrith
- Pyrevane
- Grimhollow
- Stormveil
- Ravengaul
- Vashtor
Demon Names Reddit
Reddit loves demons from games and tabletop worlds. These names pop up in threads all the time.
- Demogorgon
- Orcus
- Graz’zt
- Juiblex
- Zuggtmoy
- Yeenoghu
- Fraz-Urb’luu
- Kostchtchie
- Malcanthet
- Camazotz
- Zariel
- Dispater
- Geryon
- Levistus
- Baalzebul
- Obox-ob
- Andariel
- Duriel
- Cacodemon
- Mancubus
- Revenant
- Arachnotron
- Cyberdemon
- Sparda
- Mundus
- Griffon
- Nightmare
- Alastor
- Valentino
- Husk
- Minos
- Phlegyas
- Plutus
- Charon
- Marauder
- Pain Elemental
- Lost Soul
- Hell Knight
- Whiplash
Mythical Demon Names
Many cultures have tales of demons. These names come from old myths around the world.
- Pazuzu
- Lamashtu
- Namtar
- Nergal
- Ravana
- Kumbhakarna
- Hidimba
- Tataka
- Maricha
- Mahishasura
- Hiranyakashipu
- Bakasura
- Aeshma
- Azhi Dahaka
- Angra Mainyu
- Druj Nasu
- Zahhak
- Balor
- Typhon
- Echidna
- Empusa
- Lamia
- Mormo
- Gello
- Surtr
- Chernobog
- Humbaba
- Asag
- Utukku
- Alu
- Gallu
- Rabisu
- Lilitu
- Mara
- Surpanakha
- Indrajit
- Andhaka
- Shumbha
- Nishumbha
Demon Names WoW
Warcraft has some of the best demons in gaming. The last 14 names are made up in the same style, great for warlock pets.
- Archimonde
- Kil’jaeden
- Mannoroth
- Magtheridon
- Kazzak
- Azgalor
- Kruul
- Mal’Ganis
- Tichondrius
- Varimathras
- Balnazzar
- Detheroc
- Jaraxxus
- Brutallus
- Terestian Illhoof
- Malchezaar
- Anetheron
- Mephistroth
- Sargeras
- Illidan
- Gul’dan
- Sacrolash
- Alythess
- Felmyst
- Argus
- Krazzok
- Vol’zath
- Ner’gul
- Maz’thalor
- Grul’kar
- Zar’moth
- Xal’thos
- Thar’vok
- Mor’gazz
- Drak’thul
- Vel’zorak
- Kaz’grul
- Bel’nar
- Zul’gaar
Best Demon Name Ideas
Not sure where to start? Begin here. These are our top picks for a name that fits any dark role.
- Morvane
- Dreadmoor
- Vexmire
- Ashkaal
- Zorvain
- Nyctalus
- Hollowgrin
- Cryptmaw
- Scourgeborn
- Blightwing
- Emberwrath
- Thornveil
- Dreadsong
- Hexrider
- Gravewhisper
- Bonecrown
- Ruinflame
- Soulreaver
- Direclaw
- Duskfiend
- Malignus
- Nightfang
- Rotmaw
- Spitefang
- Vilemoor
- Wrathborne
- Hellspawn
- Doomhowl
- Gloomtide
- Barbtongue
- Cragmaw
- Ashveil
- Tormentis
- Skullcrest
- Gorewing
- Hexfire
- Vorpalis
- Bloodmoon
- Grimfang
Demon Names Girl
Female demons can be sly, fierce, or deadly. These names sound smooth and dark at the same time.
- Lilura
- Nyxara
- Vexelle
- Morgalis
- Seraphyne
- Dusklyn
- Noctura
- Hexelia
- Belladonna
- Ravenna
- Zaphira
- Mordessa
- Velisara
- Ashira
- Crimsonna
- Lunareth
- Sorrowe
- Malisandre
- Thessara
- Duskara
- Emberlyn
- Vespera
- Ysmera
- Calixta
- Obsidiana
- Thorngale
- Wraithe
- Noxelia
- Morrighane
- Verenthia
- Dahlia
- Silvaine
- Zarielle
- Ravelle
- Ophidia
- Scarlette
- Hollowyn
- Mirelith
- Sable
7 Deadly Sins Demon Names
Each of the seven sins has a demon prince. Below them are the Latin sin names and some new ones for each sin.
- Lucifer (Pride)
- Mammon (Greed)
- Asmodeus (Lust)
- Leviathan (Envy)
- Beelzebub (Gluttony)
- Satan (Wrath)
- Belphegor (Sloth)
- Superbia
- Avaritia
- Luxuria
- Invidia
- Gula
- Ira
- Acedia
- Hubrisar
- Vainglorax
- Arrogoth
- Egoroth
- Avarix
- Goldfang
- Hoardmaw
- Covetor
- Desirath
- Lustrix
- Temptara
- Sirenox
- Enviral
- Jealoth
- Greenmaw
- Spiteclaw
- Rageborn
- Furyx
- Wrathmoor
- Ireloth
- Gluttrax
- Gorgemaw
- Feastrok
- Hungrath
Demon Names in Demon Slayer
The first 25 are demons from the story. The last 13 are new names in the same Japanese style.
- Muzan Kibutsuji
- Kokushibo
- Doma
- Akaza
- Hantengu
- Gyokko
- Daki
- Gyutaro
- Nakime
- Kaigaku
- Enmu
- Rui
- Kyogai
- Susamaru
- Yahaba
- Sekido
- Karaku
- Urogi
- Aizetsu
- Zohakuten
- Tamayo
- Yushiro
- Nezuko Kamado
- Hand Demon
- Swamp Demon
- Kurokage
- Yamigiri
- Hoshikage
- Shinigiri
- Yomikage
- Tsukikage
- Akumaru
- Kuroshibo
- Oniyuri
- Hakaiou
- Kagezume
- Mugenmaru
- Shirokiba
Demon Names in the Bible
Some of these names appear in scripture. Others come from the Book of Enoch, which names the fallen angels called Watchers.
- Azazel
- Legion
- Abaddon
- Apollyon
- Belial
- Moloch
- Dagon
- Chemosh
- Baal
- Astaroth
- Ashtoreth
- Lilith
- Naamah
- Mastema
- Beliar
- Samael
- Rahab
- Behemoth
- Resheph
- Deber
- Qeteb
- Semjaza
- Araqiel
- Kokabiel
- Tamiel
- Ramiel
- Danel
- Ezeqeel
- Baraqijal
- Asael
- Armaros
- Batariel
- Ananel
- Zaqiel
- Samsapeel
- Satarel
- Turel
- Jomjael
Famous Demon Names
You have likely heard of a few of these. They come from books, movies, comics, and shows.
- Mephistopheles
- Baphomet
- Mephisto
- Dormammu
- Trigon
- Blackheart
- Diablo
- Azmodan
- Zuul
- Gozer
- Angelus
- Crowley
- Alastair
- Anung Un Rama
- Pinhead
- Malacoda
- Barbariccia
- Scarmiglione
- Alichino
- Calcabrina
- Cagnazzo
- Libicocco
- Draghignazzo
- Ciriatto
- Graffiacane
- Farfarello
- Rubicante
- Screwtape
- Wormwood
- Woland
- Azazello
- Hella
- Etrigan
- Neron
- Hastur
- Krampus
- Slaanesh
- Nurgle
Short & Simple Demon Names
Short names hit hard. They are easy to type, easy to say, and easy to remember.
- Vex
- Kaz
- Zed
- Nox
- Rax
- Mal
- Vor
- Kro
- Zul
- Gor
- Dax
- Hex
- Ruk
- Zek
- Grim
- Fang
- Doom
- Dusk
- Kane
- Skar
- Thrax
- Orek
- Zax
- Ryx
- Vyl
- Krag
- Bane
- Drex
- Jinx
- Mort
- Nyx
- Raze
- Sev
- Taz
- Ulf
- Vrak
- Xul
- Yorn
Demon Names with Meaning
A name with a meaning adds depth. These Latin names have a dark meaning, shown in brackets.
- Diabolus (devil)
- Malus (evil)
- Tenebrae (darkness)
- Umbra (shadow)
- Mortifer (death-bringer)
- Infernus (hell)
- Ignis (fire)
- Furor (rage)
- Maleficus (wicked doer)
- Sanguis (blood)
- Cruor (spilled blood)
- Letum (death)
- Pestis (plague)
- Dolor (pain)
- Crudelis (cruel)
- Vorax (devourer)
- Noctis (of the night)
- Caligo (thick darkness)
- Ferox (fierce)
- Exitium (ruin)
- Rabies (fury)
- Invidus (envious)
- Venenum (poison)
- Fulgur (lightning)
- Cinis (ash)
- Carbo (coal)
- Mortuus (dead)
- Spectrum (apparition)
- Larva (ghost)
- Lemur (restless spirit)
- Daemon (spirit)
- Incubus (one who lies upon)
- Succubus (one who lies beneath)
- Tartarus (the pit)
- Erebus (deep darkness)
- Barathrum (abyss)
- Vesania (madness)
- Ruina (collapse)
One Word Demon Names
One word is often enough. These names are simple, but they feel heavy and dark.
- Abyss
- Ember
- Havoc
- Blight
- Wrath
- Torment
- Cinder
- Dread
- Gloom
- Hollow
- Malice
- Scourge
- Shade
- Specter
- Venom
- Vortex
- Wraith
- Ravage
- Rancor
- Ruin
- Sever
- Sorrow
- Spite
- Strife
- Thrall
- Vile
- Void
- Whisper
- Zealot
- Chaos
- Carnage
- Fury
- Inferno
- Miasma
- Plague
- Reaper
- Tempest
- Oblivion
Male Demon Names
Male demons often sound deep and heavy. These names have a strong, rough feel.
- Malachar
- Zandrik
- Korvath
- Vexnor
- Tarkhul
- Morthos
- Balthazar
- Dagrath
- Zorak
- Hadrak
- Valdric
- Rhogar
- Grimald
- Sarkoth
- Brannoch
- Darkhan
- Orsith
- Kazrul
- Tyrrak
- Morvain
- Eldrax
- Voldaris
- Hargrim
- Nazrak
- Duskmar
- Garnoth
- Lorkhan
- Mordrek
- Rovak
- Skorn
- Bargul
- Thulgar
- Ormuth
- Quorrak
- Vasharn
- Zhulgor
- Ashmodar
- Karnoth
Female Demon Names
Demonesses show up in myths all over the world. Some are deadly spirits. Others are dark queens and furies.
- Abyzou
- Agrat bat Mahlat
- Eisheth Zenunim
- Ardat Lili
- Pontianak
- Penanggalan
- Langsuir
- Churel
- Chudail
- Tiamat
- Hecate
- Medusa
- Scylla
- Charybdis
- Ereshkigal
- Putana
- Simhika
- Holika
- Lankini
- Hidimbi
- Rangda
- Calon Arang
- Aisha Qandisha
- Umm al-Subyan
- Baba Yaga
- Hel
- Angrboda
- Morrigan
- Badb
- Nemain
- Macha
- Alecto
- Megaera
- Tisiphone
- Eris
- Lyssa
- Ker
- Striga
Funny Demon Names
Not every demon has to be scary. These silly names will make your readers smile.
- Sir Scorchalot
- Brimstone Barry
- Fluffy Doom
- Karen of the Abyss
- Lord Snacksalot
- Greg the Terrible
- Hellen Back
- Pitchfork Pete
- Satan’s Intern
- Sir Burnsalot
- Gary the Gloomy
- Princess Pitchfork
- Baron Von Burp
- Demon Dave
- Lil Lucifer
- Prince of Naps
- Duke Doughnut
- Fiery Fred
- Grumpy Gargoth
- Sir Hexalot
- Brenda the Banisher
- Lord Sockstealer
- Count Cackle
- Tim the Tormentor
- Baron Bedhead
- Nibbles the Dreadful
- Lord Procrastinus
- Sulphur Steve
- Captain Cursealot
- Madame Malice
- Sir Stubtoe
- Pinky Pandemonium
- Dark Lord Larry
- Wicked Wendy
- Chaos Chuck
- Doomy McDoomface
- Inferno Ingrid
- Lord Wi-Fi Lag
Powerful Demon Names
Strong demons need names that shake the ground. These sound like they could end a world.
- Omegrath
- Vorthanax
- Kaelzoth
- Infernox
- Cataclysmus
- Malvorax
- Doomrender
- Annihilon
- Hellfather
- Voidlord
- Apocalyptos
- Ruinbringer
- Soulrender
- Warbane
- Nazgrath
- Dreadking Vorn
- Tyrannox
- Eternax
- Nethergrim
- Oblivax
- Damnatus
- Kharnolith
- Zerathul
- Thanatrix
- Ultharax
- Cryptlord Mal
- Pandemonix
- Chaosbringer
- Mortalis
- Hellforge
- Gravetyrant
- Blightlord
- Abysmos
- Nightbringer
- Skyrender
- Worldeater
- Dominax
- Armageddon
Demon Character Names
A demon in a story may hide in plain sight. These full names sound human, but they hide a dark secret.
- Kaelen Ashborn
- Vera Nightshade
- Draven Holloway
- Isolde Vex
- Lucan Blackwood
- Mira Dusk
- Cassian Thorne
- Selene Ravencroft
- Dorian Grimm
- Morrigan Vale
- Silas Crowe
- Lyra Ashgrove
- Elias Mourne
- Nerys Hollow
- Tobias Dread
- Rowan Ember
- Vesper Graves
- Ambrose Wraith
- Calla Voss
- Jasper Nox
- Octavia Bane
- Lucien Marrow
- Delilah Ash
- Julian Crane
- Seraphina Gloom
- Roman Vexley
- Odette Blackthorn
- Gideon Ravenscar
- Persephone Dray
- Alaric Cinder
- Esme Hollowell
- Thaddeus Grimsby
- Rhea Nightwood
- Corvin Ashworth
- Mavis Underhill
- Leander Sable
- Ilsa Morrow
- Victor Mortlock
Demon Hunters Names
Every demon needs someone to chase it. These names fit brave, tough hunters.
- Ezra Blackwell
- Mara Stormcrow
- Jonas Holyoak
- Rhea Silvershot
- Garrett Vance
- Nora Ironside
- Cade Ashford
- Talia Sunblade
- Magnus Gray
- Isa Flintlock
- Bram Hallow
- Wren Hawthorne
- Lucas Stake
- Sasha Varga
- Otto Brandt
- Kira Dawnbringer
- Dominic Ward
- Freya Lockhart
- Gabriel Thorn
- Hana Kurogane
- Marcus Crane
- Selah Whitlock
- Reed Hollis
- Brielle Sanctis
- Ivo Kessler
- Tamsin Wolfe
- Dante Ravel
- Lena Hart
- Rafe Mercer
- Cora Silverthorn
- Joaquin Reyes
- Yuki Shiraishi
- Anya Volkova
- Titus Bell
- Ines Cavalier
- Kai Hunter
- Petra Stonewall
- Wolfgang Hale
Demon Last Names
A dark last name can finish a character in one word. Pair these with any first name from this list.
- Ashmoor
- Bloodworth
- Cinderfell
- Darkmere
- Dreadwell
- Emberly
- Felgrave
- Gravemoor
- Grimshaw
- Hellsworth
- Ironfang
- Mournwood
- Nightbloom
- Nethercott
- Ravenhurst
- Shadowcroft
- Sorrowfield
- Thornwick
- Vexford
- Wraithmoor
- Hollowmere
- Blightwood
- Cragmoor
- Duskwood
- Fallowgrave
- Gallowglass
- Harrowgate
- Mortmain
- Nightsong
- Pyrewood
- Quillfire
- Rookwood
- Scarcliff
- Stygmoor
- Tombwell
- Underhollow
- Vilehaven
- Witherthorn
Themed-Inspired Demon Names
These names follow a theme. You will find fire, ice, shadow, plague, blood, storm, forest, and tech.
- Pyroclast
- Magmaros
- Scorchmaw
- Flamewrath
- Blazeheart
- Ignivar
- Frostmaw
- Rimewraith
- Glacivar
- Winterbane
- Cryolith
- Hailfang
- Umbralis
- Gloomstalker
- Shadeweaver
- Dusksinger
- Penumbra
- Nocthorn
- Pestilar
- Rotgut
- Blightwretch
- Miasmar
- Putrecore
- Maggotmaw
- Hemoloth
- Crimsonfang
- Sanguinar
- Bloodrend
- Tidewraith
- Stormfiend
- Thunderhex
- Abyssmaw
- Thornfiend
- Mossrot
- Bramblefang
- Barkwraith
- Glitchfiend
- Steelhex
Unique Names for Demon
Want a name nobody else has? These strange names are rare and hard to forget.
- Quixilith
- Znorbax
- Yglith
- Vhalkorr
- Olmaryth
- Xenthrax
- Uvaleth
- Ithraxis
- Zypheron
- Oktavarax
- Eldrazil
- Umbralyth
- Ychor
- Zhaloth
- Wyrmlock
- Xylomar
- Jhorgul
- Kyvhal
- Ezmerath
- Phlogisar
- Ophrax
- Narzeth
- Qorvath
- Vyrmoth
- Eisvar
- Hrothgal
- Ixmol
- Ylvaria
- Zazzarak
- Nul’Varyx
- Oraxis
- Thazgul
- Uthmiri
- Vhazul
- Wexmoth
- Xerxal
- Zeethra
- Jhazara
Theological Demon Names
These names come from old grimoires, like the Ars Goetia. Scholars and writers still use them today.
- Bael
- Agares
- Vassago
- Gamigin
- Marbas
- Valefor
- Amon
- Barbatos
- Paimon
- Buer
- Gusion
- Sitri
- Beleth
- Leraje
- Eligos
- Zepar
- Botis
- Bathin
- Sallos
- Purson
- Marax
- Ipos
- Aim
- Naberius
- Glasya-Labolas
- Bune
- Ronove
- Berith
- Forneus
- Foras
- Asmoday
- Gaap
- Furfur
- Marchosias
- Stolas
- Phenex
- Halphas
- Malphas
Japanese Demon Name
In Japan, demons are called oni, and many yokai are dark spirits too. These names come from old Japanese folklore.
- Shuten-doji
- Ibaraki-doji
- Ushi-oni
- Hannya
- Jorogumo
- Rokurokubi
- Nure-onna
- Kuchisake-onna
- Yamauba
- Namahage
- Kiyohime
- Gashadokuro
- Nopperabo
- Tamamo-no-Mae
- Yamata no Orochi
- Akaoni
- Aooni
- Nurarihyon
- Otakemaru
- Suzuka Gozen
- Hashihime
- Akuma
- Kijo
- Kishin
- Rasetsu
- Yasha
- Kijin
- Jikininki
- Gaki
- Tsuchigumo
- Bakeneko
- Nekomata
- Tengu
- Amanojaku
- Shikome
- Raiju
- Omukade
- Futakuchi-onna
List of Demon Name
Here is one last batch to round out the list. These are the rest of the Goetia demons, plus a few from the Grand Grimoire.
- Raum
- Focalor
- Vepar
- Sabnock
- Shax
- Vine
- Bifrons
- Vual
- Haagenti
- Crocell
- Furcas
- Balam
- Alloces
- Caim
- Murmur
- Orobas
- Gremory
- Ose
- Amy
- Orias
- Vapula
- Zagan
- Valac
- Andras
- Flauros
- Andrealphus
- Kimaris
- Amdusias
- Decarabia
- Seere
- Dantalion
- Andromalius
- Lucifuge Rofocale
- Satanachia
- Agaliarept
- Fleurety
- Sargatanas
- Nebiros
FINAL WORDS
Demon names are fun to explore. They can be dark, bold, or even a little funny. The right one gives your character a strong voice. It sets the mood before the story even starts.
We shared a wide mix of names in this list. Some are old and full of myth. Others are fresh and made for games and fiction. You can use them as they are, or tweak them to fit your own style.
When you pick a name, think about your character. Is it cruel, clever, or sly? Say the name out loud. If it sounds right and feels right, you have found a good one.
Now it is your turn. Pick your favorites and bring your demons to life. Save this list for later, and share it with a friend who loves dark names. Happy naming!
FAQs
What is the name of 72 demons?
The 72 demons come from the Ars Goetia, an old book of demon lore. The list starts with Bael and Agares and ends with Dantalion and Andromalius.
What are cool demon names?
Some cool picks are Azazel, Baphomet, Pazuzu, and Mephistopheles. Short ones like Vex, Nox, and Draven sound sharp too.
What are the main 7 demons?
The seven main demons are Lucifer, Mammon, Asmodeus, Leviathan, Beelzebub, Satan, and Belphegor. Each one rules over a sin: pride, greed, lust, envy, gluttony, wrath, and sloth.
What are the top 10 demons called?
The most famous ones are Lucifer, Beelzebub, Asmodeus, Mammon, and Leviathan. Next come Belphegor, Azazel, Baal, Belial, and Abaddon.
What is the baddest demon?
Most stories name Lucifer, also called Satan, as the worst of all. He is seen as the ruler of hell and the source of all evil.
What is a very dark name?
Names like Nyx, Noctis, Erebus, and Morrigan feel very dark. They are linked to night, shadow, and death.
What’s a cool evil name?
Vexor, Malgor, Draven, and Voidbane are all cool evil names. They sound strong, sharp, and a little scary.
Who are the top 5 demons?
The top five are Lucifer, Beelzebub, Asmodeus, Leviathan, and Mammon. They show up the most in books, films, and games.
What are the 12 evil spirits?
There is no single fixed list of 12. Popular picks include Lilith, Pazuzu, Azazel, Belial, Moloch, Abaddon, Samael, Lamashtu, Legion, Baal, Mephistopheles, and Dagon.
