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To make it as a rapper, you need a name that makes a statement. It has to be unique and to express who you are and what you represent. This generator will help you find the right rapper name for you. All fields are optional, but providing more info will give better results.
5 Questions to Ask Yourself When Choosing a Rap Name
Does it reflect who you are? You’re an artist, and your work is as unique as you are. But does your rapper name really embody who you are, or would it be a better fit for someone else? If your name is Jordan and you choose “J Money” for yourself, that’s a strong pick. But if all of your music is about how you’re struggling financially and haven’t made it big yet, that name might start to make less sense for you.
What are the pros and cons? There are no rules you have to follow with your rap name—just like there are no rules when you're writing lyrics. Nothing is off limits, but that said, there are definitely strengths and weaknesses to every rap name. You might want something super unique and different, and so you select a name that’s long, unusual, and has unpredictable spelling. But then imagine a new fan of yours hearing your rapper name in passing, trying to search your stuff on Google, and not being able to find you. That’s a bummer! There’s no single perfect name out there that has zero downside, but it is crucial to think critically about any names that you’re considering so that you know what you’re up against ahead of time.
Is your name rooted in your past, or your future? There are so many areas of your life that can serve as the perfect inspiration for your rap name. You have a long, interesting personal history that’s full of potential names. A childhood nickname, your hometown, your favorite childhood TV show (or even rapper!) can all inspire your title. Or, on the flip side, you can also look to the future for your perfect name. Who do you want to be? What do you want your art to say? Write down any of the words coming to mind and use them as a starting point for your perfect name.
Do you feel connected to it? This one is the most important! Once you start gaining traction and popularity, it’ll be hard to change your name. This is a big decision, and the most important thing by far is that the name you choose really feels like yours. If it takes you a long time to settle on the perfect title, then that’s okay. Wait until you find something that really feels right—you’ll be happy you did!
Is it taken already? Actually, maybe this one is the most important. For legal reasons, you should double-check that your chosen rap name isn’t already being used by any rappers who’ve already registered it. And don’t worry—none you get from the generator above will be taken yet!
