This ship name generator is for relationship “shipping”—the fun nickname you get when you mash two names together. People use these couple names in fandoms, romance stories, group chats, and even wedding hashtags.
Type in two names, hit the button, and you’ll get a list of blended ship names you can copy, tweak, or use as-is. Quick tip: shorter names usually blend cleaner, but longer names can make hilarious results.
Relationship Ship Names (Not Boat Names)
On the internet, the word ship can mean two different things. This page is about relationship shipping—pairing two people and giving them a blended couple nickname. Think: “Alex + Jamie” becoming “Jalex.”
Looking for names for an actual vessel—like a pirate ship or a space cruiser? Use our ship name ideas page for that style.
How this ship name generator works
Enter two names. The generator blends parts of each name in different ways: the start of Name 1 + the end of Name 2, swapped versions, and a few smooth “merge” styles. You’ll get several options so you can pick the one that sounds best out loud.
Tips for better couple ship names
- Try shorter versions: “Christopher” might blend better as “Chris.”
- Say it out loud: If you trip over it, friends will too. A good ship name rolls off the tongue.
- Watch the middle letters: Some combos create weird double sounds (like “aa” or “kk”). Those can be funny, but not always clean.
- Test a few spellings: Sometimes one extra letter makes it look way better.
Relationship ship name examples
Here are a few examples of how shipping names usually look:
- Alex + Jamie → Jalex
- Sam + Riley → Siley
- Chris + Taylor → Craylor
- Jordan + Casey → Jasey
Common uses for ship names
- Fandom pairings: quick couple nicknames for characters
- Romance stories: a cute nickname readers remember
- Social handles: matching usernames or couple tags
- Inside jokes: because sometimes the bad ones are the best ones
Want a different vibe?
If your results feel too serious, try nicknames, shorter names, or initials. Small changes can turn an “okay” ship name into one that sticks.