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Orcish cities are some of the most important parts of any orcish world. They serve as the location for many events and also represent how “civilized” your orcs are at a given time.
The name of an orc city is just as important – it should have meaning to both the inhabitants and outsiders who might hear about it!
In this blog post, we’ll provide you with 40 orc city names that will allow you to create unique names for your orcish city!
Blackjaw
This city gets its name from the black, jagged rocks that surround it. The city is a natural fortress, and the orcs here are some of the most savage in the world.
Bloodfury
Bloodfury gets its name from the bloodshed that has been spilled within its walls. It’s a brutal place, where only the strongest survive.
Bloodfist
A great name for orc cities that are known for their strength and power.
Cobaltclaw
This city gets its name from the cobalt-blue markings on some orcs’ skin. The world around them might see these blue marks as claws, hence why they get this name!
Deathbringer
A menacing name for an orcish city that is home to some of the most feared warriors in the world.
Dragonfire
This city was built on the ruin of an ancient dragon’s lair. The orcs here are fierce and proud, and they’re always looking for a fight.
Frostbite
A name that would be perfect for orc cities located in cold, wintery regions.
Grimhorn
This city gets its name from the Grimhorn Mountains that it’s located near. It’s a dark and foreboding place, where few dare to venture.
Hailstorm
A great name for orcish cities that are known for their weather conditions.
Ironfist
A strong name for an orcish city that is known for its metalworking skills.
Lightningstrike
A great name for orcish cities that are known for their lightning-fast raids.
Mountainfire
This city gets its name from the fact that it’s located near a volcano. The orcs here are tough and resilient, and they’re not afraid to fight fire with fire.
Nightmare
A perfect name for an orcish city that is home to the dark arts.
Redfang
The Redfang Mountains get their name from the red fangs that can be found on some of the orcs living there. These mountains are home to some of the most bloodthirsty orcs in the world.
Savageheart
A great name for an orcish city that is known for its fearsome warriors.
Scalecaller
This city gets its name from the large number of dragons that call it home. The orcs here are tough, and their homes can withstand even an attack by a dragon!
Shadowfang Keep
A great name for orcish cities that get their names from nearby landmarks or other geographical features.
Once an outpost for Gilnean hunters who loved to track down Worgen, Shadowfang Keep is now inhabited by ferocious monsters; these creatures have slain many would-be adventurers in search of treasure…and themselves!
Now, this once-proud fortress has fallen into disrepair – but evil forces stir within its walls…
Shroudedhope / Shroudedsorrow / Shroudeddespair
A perfect name for an orcish city that is haunted by a dark past.
The names of this city could be Shroudedhope, Shroudedsorrow, or Shroudeddespair – these words can either work independently or together to create the full title!
These cities have been abandoned and left in ruin after years upon years of being torn apart from warring clans.
Silvermoon City / Bloodstone Village
These are great examples of “canon” orcish cities found within World Of Warcraft and other Blizzard games created by Chris Metzen.
Slaughtergarde Keep
This city gets its name from the legions of warriors who have died in battle here. It’s a ruthless place, and it has no problem with spilling blood to protect itself!
Stormchaser
These are great examples of “canon” orcish cities found within World Of Warcraft and other Blizzard games created by Chris Metzen.
Gloomclaw
A great name for orcish cities that are known for their dark and depressing atmosphere.
Tearfury
A great name for orcish cities that are known for their battles. The tears of the fallen in these cities have stained the ground with blood, giving it this name.
Thornfire
This city gets its name from the thorns that grow all around it. It’s a dangerous place, and many travelers have found themselves lost and stranded here.
Volcanostorm
This is a great name for orcish cities located near volcanoes. The orcs here are tough and resilient, and they’re not afraid to fight fire with fire!
Grimblefang
The name of this city comes from the large number of wolves that live in and around it. It’s a friendly place, but sometimes you just have to lock up your sheep at night!
Hemlocke
This city gets its name from the blood-red color of some of the fogs that roll in. It’s a dangerous place, and many travelers have found themselves lost and stranded here…
Howlingmaul
A great name for orcish cities that are known for their howling warriors.
Killtooth
A city that gets its name from the fact that it’s a haven for killers. The orcs here are known for their brutality and viciousness, and they’re not afraid to take on anyone who stands in their way!
Manastomper
Manastomper makes for a great name for orcish cities that are built near to or on top of mana-rich ley lines. The orcs here are able to tap into the power of the elements, and they’re not afraid to use it to their advantage in battle!
Mangletooth
This dark and foreboding city gets its name from the large number of wolves that live in and around it. The orcs here are tough, but they’re not afraid to fight fire with fire!
Razorfen
The orcs who come from this place have long braided their hair into sharp points – giving this city a fearsome appearance at all times!
Rocktusk
This city gets its name from the fact that it’s built into a large rock formation. The orcs here are tough and resilient, and they’re not afraid to fight fire with fire!
Pillager
Beware any orcs you find in this city – they’re ruthless and cruel, and they won’t think twice about sacking your town if it means an easy day’s work!
Widowmaker
A city that gets its name from the fact that it’s a haven for killers. The orcs here are known for their brutality and viciousness, and they’re not afraid to take on anyone who stands in their way!
Ripperclaw
Ripperclaw makes for a great name for orcish cities that are known for their vicious and bloodthirsty warriors.
Sorrowfulfang
The city of Sorrowfulfang is ruled by the orcs and their human slaves.
The name was given because it is situated near a large swamp, which as you could imagine would smell horrible after years of humans dumping waste into it.
Many orcish warriors die in battle against the undead left behind from previous wars with humanity. So many people have died in this city, that the air is thick with their sorrow.
Bloodspire
Bloodspire is a large city in the desert. The buildings are all built from red stone and each building has at least one tower that is extremely tall with a spike on top, like blood spires.
Bloodspire was once ruled by an evil emperor who called himself “The Bloodthirster”. He had many enemies among other cities but he brought fear to all who opposed him.
He was killed by a group of adventurers and his city was taken over by the heroes. The city is now ruled by a council of five elders, three humans, one elf, and one dwarf.
The city is home to many different races including orcs, humans, elves, dwarves, goblins, hobbits, and even halflings.
Brazenwall
The city of Brazenwall is a shining example of orcish society and power.
Its bulging walls are covered with the names of those who died defending them, while its roads and structures within gleam from an abundance of precious metals worked into them by slaves.
Heartstop
Heartstop is a city built by orcs who worship the heart of Gruumnsh.
It is located in an area rich with life and resources, but also one that has been tainted by evil. The inhabitants hope to eradicate all other races from their lands so they may live without fear or threat again – much like when the orcish pantheon was still worshipped by all.
Orc City Names: Inspiration
You can draw inspiration for city names from a wide variety of sources. Here are some great examples:
- Places in our own world (e.g., Cairo, Constantinople)
- Languages other than English (e.g., Tokyo, Beijing)
- Movies and TV shows (e.g., Gotham City, Pandaria from the World of Warcraft series) You could also use names of specific monsters or races from your world, such as Luggnagg the goblin city or Ishkal the dark elven city
No matter what source you choose, make sure that each name sounds properly orcish. Avoid using too many soft consonants and try to stick to harsh-sounding words.
Remember, your orcs should be a proud and savage race, so their cities should reflect that.
Here are a few more names to get you started:
- Agrakh
- Bogfrost
- Brokenhorn
- Clawcrag
- Darkstone
- Doomhammer
- Hovenhorn
- Ironthrone
- Kingspeer
- Lightningbluff
- Moonbane
- Mountainbreaker
- Nightfallen
- Shieldpeak
- Skullhold
- Slatepeak
- Stonefist
- Stormwinds
- Sunderstone
- Theskynest
- Towerofagony
- Vengestone
- Victorspire
Conclusion
The names of orcish cities are important because they can reveal a lot about the history and culture of your orcs.
The city name should sound like it belongs in an orcish world, so avoid using too many soft consonants or words that don’t have harsh-sounding syllables.
If you need more ideas for good names, just use one of these 40 suggestions to get started!