Generate Saiyan names based on the vegetable pun tradition from Akira Toriyama's Dragon Ball universe. Every name follows the naming pattern used for Kakarot, Vegeta, Raditz, and Broly — real vegetable roots transformed into warrior-sounding names. Filter by gender, pick a starting letter, or use AI mode for names with power levels and character backstories. Built for Dragon Ball Xenoverse, Sparking Zero, fan fiction, and RPG character creation.
How to Use the Saiyan Name Generator
Pick your options and click Generate. Each name follows the vegetable pun tradition established by Akira Toriyama for the Dragon Ball series.
- Gender — Choose male, female, or any.
- Starts With — Pick a starting letter to match a specific sound or vegetable root.
- Total Names — Generate 1 to 30 names at once.
- Favorites — Click the heart to save names you like.
- AI Mode — Turn on AI-generated names for unique results with power levels, backstories, and character traits.
How Saiyan Names Work — The Vegetable Pun System
Every Saiyan name in Dragon Ball is a pun on a vegetable or plant. Akira Toriyama used this naming convention as a running joke throughout the series, and it became one of the most iconic features of the franchise. Here's how the canon names break down:
- Kakarot (Goku) — "Carrot" rearranged. His Saiyan birth name
- Vegeta — "Vegetable" shortened. The prince of all Saiyans
- Raditz — "Radish" with a Z-fighter twist
- Nappa — "Napa cabbage." Simple name for a blunt warrior
- Broly — "Broccoli" rearranged. The Legendary Super Saiyan
- Bardock — "Burdock" root. Goku's father
- Turles — "Lettuce" scrambled
- Paragus — "Asparagus" minus the first two letters. Broly's father
- Kale — Directly named after the leafy green. Universe 6 Saiyan
- Caulifla — "Cauliflower" shortened. Universe 6 Saiyan
The generator uses this same system — taking vegetable roots and transforming them into names that sound like they belong in the Dragon Ball universe.
Saiyan Name Ideas
Need names fast? These original (non-canon) picks all follow the vegetable-pun tradition. Say each one out loud and you can hear the root it came from. Generate above for versions with power levels and backstories.
Male Saiyan Names
Brocca (broccoli), Sprouten (brussels sprout), Parsno (parsnip), Kalron (kale), Beetro (beet), Okran (okra), Leekon (leek), Choyba (bok choy), Squanto (squash), Daikan (daikon), Chilio (chili), Yammo (yam).
Female Saiyan Names
Celara (celery), Artia (artichoke), Fennela (fennel), Chicora (chicory), Romana (romaine), Endivia (endive), Basila (basil), Pumia (pumpkin), Rutaba (rutabaga), Peppa (pepper), Minara (mint), Yamina (yam).
Female Saiyan Names
Set the gender filter to Female to generate names for female Saiyan characters. Female Saiyans were rare in early Dragon Ball but became more prominent starting with Dragon Ball Super's Universe 6 arc.
Canon female Saiyan names and their patterns:
- Caulifla — From "cauliflower." Strong, aggressive sound matching her personality
- Kale — Short and direct, named after the leafy green. Her shy nature contrasts with her Legendary Super Saiyan power
- Fasha (Seripa) — From "parsnip." One of Bardock's squad members
- Gine — From "spring onion" (negi reversed). Goku's mother
For female OC names, try feminizing vegetable roots: Artia (artichoke), Celara (celery), Turnipa, Fenela (fennel), Rutaba (rutabaga). Add suffixes like -la, -ra, or -ne to give them a softer sound while keeping the Saiyan pun tradition.
Male Saiyan Names
Male Saiyan names tend to sound harder and more aggressive, using sharp consonants and short, punchy syllables. Set the gender filter to Male to generate names following this pattern.
Tips for creating male Saiyan names:
- Use hard consonants — K, G, T, D, and B sounds dominate male Saiyan names (Kakarot, Bardock, Vegeta, Broly)
- Keep it 2-3 syllables — Most male names are short and punchy: Nappa, Raditz, Turles
- End with a hard sound — -ock, -itz, -ot, -ta work well for male names
Try these vegetable roots for male names: Bokcha (bok choy), Daikon, Kohlra (kohlrabi), Scallot (shallot), Yamato (yam), Zukin (zucchini). The generator does this automatically.
Saiyan Names with Meanings
Every Saiyan name has a hidden meaning — the vegetable pun. But fans also assign deeper meanings based on kanji readings or wordplay. Here's a reference table:
- Vegeta — "Vegetable" + regal tone = proud royalty
- Kakarot — "Carrot" = earthy, humble origins (raised as a farmer's son on Earth)
- Broly — "Broccoli" = overwhelming raw power that keeps growing
- Bardock — "Burdock" = tough, resilient root = a survivor
- Tarble — "Vegetable" rearranged differently from Vegeta = the overlooked sibling
- Cabba — "Cabbage" = compact, solid, dependable
When creating your own Saiyan name, pick a vegetable that matches your character's personality. A tanky bruiser? Try something from a root vegetable. A fast, agile fighter? Leafy greens work better.
Saiyan Names for Xenoverse and Sparking Zero
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 and Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero both let you create custom Saiyan characters, and choosing a lore-friendly name matters for immersion. The character creation screen has a limited name field, so keep it concise.
Tips for gaming Saiyan names:
- Stay lore-friendly — Use a vegetable pun so other players recognize it as authentically Saiyan
- Check the character limit — Xenoverse 2 allows up to 16 characters. Keep it under that
- Consider your build — A Strike-based Saiyan might have a sharper name; a Ki-based build could use a smoother name
- Avoid canon names — Using "Vegeta" or "Goku" breaks immersion. Create something original using the pun system
Popular lore-friendly Saiyan names from the gaming community include: Romane (romaine lettuce), Cress, Endive, Chicora (chicory), and Okara (okra).
Saiyan Power Levels and Rank
Saiyan society on Planet Vegeta was organized by power level at birth. The naming style often reflects rank:
- Low-Class Warriors (PL 10-500) — Simple, blunt names: Nappa, Raditz, Turles. These Saiyans were foot soldiers sent to conquer weaker planets
- Mid-Class Warriors (PL 500-5,000) — Slightly more complex names: Bardock, Tora, Fasha. Squad leaders and experienced fighters
- Elite Warriors (PL 5,000-50,000) — Refined, commanding names: Vegeta, Tarble. The aristocracy of Saiyan society
- Legendary (PL 100,000+) — Names that break convention: Broly, Kale. These Saiyans transcend the normal hierarchy
For the complete lore breakdown, check the Dragon Ball Wiki Saiyan page.
Tips for Choosing a Saiyan Name
- Start with a vegetable — Pick one and scramble, shorten, or modify it. That's all Toriyama does.
- Match the sound to personality — Hard consonants for fierce warriors, softer sounds for calmer characters.
- Keep it short — 2-3 syllables. Saiyan names are meant to be shouted in battle.
- Check the pun — Say it out loud. If people can guess the vegetable, it's a good Saiyan name.
- Consider rank — Low-class warriors have simpler names; royalty sounds more refined.
- Generate more than you need — Create 20-30 names and pick the best. You might find names for your whole Saiyan squad.
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