👑World of Warcraft: Alliance Names

The Alliance Races

The Alliance is one of the two major political factions in Azeroth, originally formed from the alliance of humans, high elves, and dwarves during the Second War.

Humans of Stormwind

The humans of Stormwind are descendants of the Arathi bloodline, known for their nobility, strength, and leadership. Their names often reflect:

• Given Names: Strong, noble-sounding names with Germanic and Anglo-Saxon influences
• Family Names: Often descriptive of deeds, places, or physical characteristics

High Elves

The High Elves, or Quel'dorei, are known for their sophisticated culture and mastery of arcane magic. Their names typically feature:

• Naming Conventions: Elegant, flowing names with many syllables
• Suffixes: -runner, -strider, -weaver, -song often used in family names

Night Elves of Teldrassil

The Night Elves, or Kaldorei, are an ancient race connected deeply to nature and the goddess Elune. Their names reflect:

• Nature Themes: References to moon, stars, forest, and wildlife
• Ancient Elements: Names often carry meanings from their ancient empire

Dwarves of Ironforge

The dwarves of Ironforge are master craftsmen and stalwart allies. Their naming conventions include:

• Clan Names: Often references to crafting, mountains, or precious metals
• Given Names: Strong, short names with Norse and Celtic influences

Name Structure

Each Alliance race follows specific naming conventions that reflect their culture and history:

• Humans: First name + Family name (e.g., Varian Wrynn)
• High Elves: First name + Descriptive surname (e.g., Sylvanas Windrunner)
• Night Elves: Nature-themed name + Descriptive surname (e.g., Tyrande Whisperwind)
• Dwarves: First name + Clan name (e.g., Magni Bronzebeard)