Create the perfect OC name for your fantasy Demon Slayer character with our name generator. Inspired by the hit anime series "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba," find original character names & traits that capture the spirit and intensity of the show.
About Demon Slayer Names
Demon Slayer names carry a unique weight in the world of anime. They often blend traditional Japanese elements with a touch of mysticism to reflect the characters’ backgrounds and powers. These names aren’t just labels—they tell a story, hinting at traits like strength, courage, or a tragic past.
When you dive into the world of Demon Slayer, you’ll notice how names like Tanjiro Kamado or Nezuko carry meanings tied to their personalities or roles in the story. This makes picking a name more than just a fun exercise—it’s a way to connect with the character’s essence.
If you’re looking to create your own Demon Slayer-inspired name, understanding the style and cultural roots can help you craft something that feels genuine and fitting within this universe.
Generator Options
- Gender: Choose the Gender
- Total Names: Generate 1 to 30 names simultaneously.
- Favorite Names: Click to save your favorite names to your list.
Each Name Includes
Each name includes Name, Gender, Age, Breathing Style, Nichirin Blade Colors, Rank, and Special Ability.
What Sets These Names Apart
Demon Slayer names often mix nature imagery with powerful or spiritual concepts. For example, “Kamado” relates to a kitchen stove, tying to Tanjiro’s family background, while “Hashibira” means “bridge,” hinting at connection or transition. This kind of layering makes the names stand out.
Many names combine kanji characters that convey meanings beyond just sound. This adds depth, so a name might mean “water,” “fire,” or “moonlight,” reflecting a character’s abilities or personality. The balance of beauty and strength in these names is key.
They also tend to be easy to pronounce yet memorable, which helps fans quickly associate the name with the character’s traits and story arc.
How to Pick the Right Name
Start by thinking about the personality or power you want your name to reflect. Do you want something tied to nature, like “Suiren” (water lily), or something fierce like “Kage” (shadow)?
Try mixing kanji with meanings that resonate with your character idea. Don’t be afraid to play around with sounds until it feels right. Sometimes a simple two-syllable name can pack more punch than something complicated.
Keep in mind balance—names that are too long or hard to say might lose their impact. Names like “Zenitsu” or “Inosuke” are unique but still easy to remember and say aloud.
- Focus on meaning: Pick kanji that match your character’s traits.
- Keep it simple: Pronounceability matters.
- Match tone: A gentle name suits a calm character; a sharp name fits a fighter.

Where These Names Come From
Demon Slayer names draw heavily from the Japanese language and culture. Kanji characters aren’t just letters—they’re symbols with deep meanings and history. Many names reflect natural elements, seasons, or virtues important in Japanese tradition.
For example, “Tanjiro” combines characters meaning “charcoal” and “peace,” connecting his humble origins and calm nature. This tradition of meaningful naming goes back centuries and adds authenticity to the story’s setting.
The cultural layer gives fans a richer experience and shows how much thought went into character creation beyond just the storyline.
Ready to find a Demon Slayer name that fits your style? Experiment with different meanings and sounds—there’s a perfect name waiting for you to discover it.
Canon vs. Fanon: What’s True to the Show?
This generator is designed to spark creativity for fan fiction and RPGs. Because of this, it includes both Official Canon elements from the Kimetsu no Yaiba series and Fictional/Fan-made concepts.
Breathing Styles
The Only Canon Styles:
- Origin: Sun Breathing
- The Five Basics: Water, Flame, Thunder, Stone, Wind
- Derivatives: Flower, Insect, Serpent, Love, Sound, Mist, Beast, Moon
*Note: Styles like "God," "Summer," or "Phoenix" are fictional additions for creative variety.
The 11 Official Ranks
The only true ranks in the Demon Slayer Corps hierarchy are:
Hashira (Elite) > Kinoe > Kinoto > Hinoe > Hinoto > Tsuchinoe > Tsuchinoto > Kanoe > Kanoto > Mizunoe > Mizunoto (Entry)
Use the "Canon" elements for lore-accurate characters, or the "Fictional" ones to build your own unique Alternate Universe (AU)!
Demon Slayer Main Characters – Combat Details
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Tanjiro Kamado
- Breathing Technique: Water Breathing → Hinokami Kagura (Sun Breathing)
- Weapon: Nichirin Sword (black blade)
- Combat Style: Balanced offense and defense, adaptability
- Special Traits: Enhanced smell, strong endurance
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Nezuko Kamado
- Breathing Technique: None (Demon abilities)
- Weapon: Physical combat, Blood Demon Art
- Combat Style: Close-range brute force
- Special Traits: Exploding Blood, regeneration, sunlight resistance
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Zenitsu Agatsuma
- Breathing Technique: Thunder Breathing (First Form mastery)
- Weapon: Nichirin Sword
- Combat Style: Extreme speed, single-strike bursts
- Special Traits: Heightened hearing, unconscious combat focus
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Inosuke Hashibira
- Breathing Technique: Beast Breathing
- Weapon: Dual serrated Nichirin swords
- Combat Style: Aggressive, unpredictable attacks
- Special Traits: Enhanced flexibility, spatial awareness
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Kanao Tsuyuri
- Breathing Technique: Flower Breathing
- Weapon: Nichirin Sword
- Combat Style: Precision strikes, visual tracking
- Special Traits: Enhanced vision (at physical cost)
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Giyu Tomioka
- Breathing Technique: Water Breathing (creator of Eleventh Form)
- Weapon: Nichirin Sword
- Combat Style: Defensive mastery, counterattacks
- Special Traits: Calm under pressure, refined technique
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Shinobu Kocho
- Breathing Technique: Insect Breathing
- Weapon: Thin Nichirin blade with poison tip
- Combat Style: Speed-based thrusts, poison application
- Special Traits: Medical expertise, toxin mastery
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Kyojuro Rengoku
- Breathing Technique: Flame Breathing
- Weapon: Nichirin Sword
- Combat Style: High-power frontal assaults
- Special Traits: Exceptional stamina, leadership presence
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Tengen Uzui
- Breathing Technique: Sound Breathing
- Weapon: Dual Nichirin cleavers connected by chain
- Combat Style: Explosives, rhythm-based attacks
- Special Traits: Enhanced hearing, poison resistance
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Muichiro Tokito
- Breathing Technique: Mist Breathing
- Weapon: Nichirin Sword
- Combat Style: Disorientation, rapid execution
- Special Traits: Exceptional talent, high battle IQ
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Mitsuri Kanroji
- Breathing Technique: Love Breathing
- Weapon: Flexible whip-like Nichirin sword
- Combat Style: Wide-range, high-mobility attacks
- Special Traits: Abnormal muscle density, flexibility
Lore & Reference Wiki Links
For official rankings, character histories, and breathing style technicalities, consult these community-driven databases:
Example Character Profile
Name: Yamiru Matsunaga
Rank: Mizunoe
Breathing Style: Thunder Breathing
Special Ability: Heightened Sense of Hearing
Nichirin Color: Yellow (Speed & Explosive Energy)