Naming your bow adds character, personality, and a special bond between archer and weapon. Whether you're an archer, a hunter, a fantasy enthusiast, or a collector, the perfect name can transform a simple bow into a legendary companion that tells a story.

This comprehensive collection features over 300 creative and inspiring bow names across various themes and styles. Explore our categories below or try our interactive name generator to find the perfect designation for your trusted bow!

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Mythological & Legendary Bow Names

Artemis
Greek
Goddess of the hunt and archery
Apollo's Fury
Greek
God of archery, music, and the sun
Skadi
Norse
Goddess of hunting, skiing, and mountains
Ullr's Might
Norse
God of archery, hunting, and winter
Arjuna
Hindu
Legendary archer from the Mahabharata
Gandiva
Hindu
Arjuna's divine bow from the Mahabharata
Houyi's Legacy
Chinese
Legendary archer who shot down nine suns
Cupid's Whisper
Roman
God of desire, love, and attraction
Eros
Greek
God of love and passion
Odysseus' Return
Greek
Hero who strung and fired his bow upon returning home
Heracles' Reach
Greek
Hero known for his strength and archery skills
Philoctetes
Greek
Archer who possessed Heracles' bow and arrows
Teucer's Aim
Greek
Archer in the Trojan War
Paris' Folly
Greek
Trojan prince who killed Achilles with an arrow
Rama's Virtue
Hindu
Divine prince who wielded a powerful bow
Shiva's Pinaka
Hindu
Bow of the god Shiva
Indra's Thunder
Hindu
King of the gods and wielder of the thunderbolt
Karna's Gift
Hindu
Great warrior and archer from the Mahabharata
Ekalavya's Devotion
Hindu
Self-taught archer of extraordinary skill
Robin's Justice
English
Legendary outlaw known for his archery skills

Nature-Inspired Bow Names

Trees & Wood
Oakshaft Yewbend Maplecurve Ashwood Elmheart Willowflex Birchbark Cedarsting Hickoryback Walnutdraw Bamboowhisper Teakbender Rosewoodcurve Ebonyshaft Mahoganyarch Pinebend Spruceflex Redwoodreach Cherrywood Hazelshaft
Weather & Elements
Stormcaller Thunderdraw Lightningflex Windwhisper Galeforce Tempestarch Hurricanebend Blizzardsting Frostbite Iceshatter Firestrike Flamearch Embersting Sparkshaft Rainwhisper Mistwalker Fogbender Cloudreach Sunflare Moonbeam
Animals
Eagleeye Hawkflight Falconswift Owlsight Ravenfeather Wolfhowl Bearclaw Tigerstripe Lionroar Pantherprowl Foxcunning Staghorn Elkantler Serpentfang Viperstrike Dragonscale Griffinwing Phoenixfeather Unicornhorn Pegasuswind
Landscapes
Mountainpeak Valleyreach Canyonecho Cliffedge Plateauview Forestshade Junglestealth Desertwind Tundrafrost Savannahsun Marshwhisper Swampshadow Riverflow Lakereflection Oceanwave Islandbreeze Volcanofire Glaciercrack Caveshadow Meadowwind

Historical & Cultural Bow Names

Name Origin Description
Longshot English Inspired by the English longbow that dominated medieval battlefields
Agincourt English Named after the famous battle where English longbowmen prevailed
Crécy's Reach English Battle where English archers defeated French knights
Poitiers English Another victory for English longbowmen in the Hundred Years' War
Yumi Japanese Traditional Japanese longbow used by samurai
Kyudo Spirit Japanese Japanese martial art of archery
Samurai's Honor Japanese Reflecting the warrior code of feudal Japan
Mongol Horsebow Mongolian Compact bow used by mounted Mongol warriors
Khan's Reach Mongolian Named after the Mongol rulers who conquered vast territories
Steppe Wind Mongolian Reflecting the open grasslands of the Mongol homeland
Ottoman Curve Turkish Based on the highly recurved Turkish bow
Sipahi Turkish Elite cavalry of the Ottoman Empire known for archery
Janissary Turkish Elite infantry units of the Ottoman Empire
Scythian Striker Scythian Ancient horse archers of the Eurasian steppes
Parthian Shot Persian Technique of shooting while retreating on horseback
Persian Curve Persian Based on the composite bows of ancient Persia
Hun's Terror Hunnic Named after the feared horse archers of the Hunnic Empire
Attila's Reach Hunnic Named after the famous leader of the Huns
Roman Sagittarius Roman Archer units in the Roman army
Legion's Reach Roman Named after the primary military unit of Rome
Toxotes Greek Ancient Greek archers
Spartan Discipline Greek Named after the warrior society of ancient Sparta
Cretan Archer Greek Skilled archers from the island of Crete
Nubian Precision African Named after skilled archers from ancient Nubia
Zulu Hunter African Named after the warrior nation of southern Africa
Sioux Stalker Native American Named after the skilled hunters of the Great Plains
Cherokee Path Native American Named after the Native American tribe
Apache Wind Native American Named after the skilled warriors of the Southwest
Comanche Rider Native American Named after the renowned horsemen and hunters
Inuit Hunter Arctic Named after the skilled hunters of the Arctic

Fantasy & Gaming Bow Names

Shadowstrike
Doomseeker
Whisperwind
Soulpiercer
Starfall
Moonwhisper
Sunflare
Nightshade
Dawnbreaker
Twilight's End
Heartseeker
Soulreaver
Windrunner
Stormcaller
Skyshard
Earthshaker
Flamestrike
Frostbite
Thunderclap
Lightbringer
Dragonslayer
Wyvernsting
Griffinfeather
Phoenixwing
Unicornhorn
Basiliskgaze
Hydrareach
Chimerapaw
Manticorestring
Krakentooth
Cerberusfang
Minotaurhorn
Centaurhoof
Pegasusfeather
Sphinxriddle
Gorgongaze
Cyclopseye
Titangrip
Giantslayer
Trollbane
Elven Whisper
Dwarven Might
Orcish Fury
Goblin Trickster
Halfling Stealth
Gnomish Wonder
Sylvan Grace
Fae Enchantment
Dryad's Touch
Nymph's Blessing
Treant's Reach
Undead Bane
Vampire Slayer
Werewolf Hunter
Ghost Walker
Demon's End
Angel's Mercy
Celestial Judgment
Divine Intervention
Infernal Punishment
Legolas' Legacy
Hawkeye
Green Arrow
Katniss
Merida's Courage
Nenya
Belthronding
Failnaught
Noiseless
Yoichi's Bow
Fujin Yumi
Ichaival
Sharanga
Gandiva
Bow of Light
Master Sword Bow
Daedric Bow
Auriel's Bow
Dragonbone Bow
Nightingale Bow

Modern & Tactical Bow Names

Precision Elite
Tactical Advantage
Stealth Operator
Silent Hunter
Shadow Stalker
Whisper Tech
Carbon Fury
Composite Edge
Titanium Reflex
Graphite Ghost
Kevlar Strike
Fiber Force
Alloy Assassin
Polymer Predator
Recon Ranger
Spec Ops
Delta Force
SEAL Striker
Ranger Recurve
Commando Compound
Sniper's Choice
Marksman Elite
Sharpshooter
Bullseye Pro
Deadshot
Accuracy Prime
Precision X1
Target Master
Range Finder
Scope
Velocity
Kinetic
Momentum
Impact
Trajectory
Vector
Apex
Zenith
Summit
Pinnacle
Vertex
Vantage
Advantage
Edge
Tactical X
Stealth 2.0
Ghost Protocol
Shadow Ops
Night Stalker
Phantom
Wraith
Specter
Banshee
Poltergeist
Apparition
Mirage
Illusion
Deception
Trickster
Rogue

Descriptive & Characteristic Bow Names

Whisper
Silent
Thunderclap
Powerful
Swift
Fast
Precision
Accurate
Harmony
Balanced
Serenity
Calming
Fury
Aggressive
Patience
Steady
Vengeance
Retributive
Justice
Righteous
Mercy
Compassionate
Valor
Brave
Honor
Noble
Wisdom
Thoughtful
Clarity
Focused
Resolve
Determined
Tranquility
Peaceful
Resilience
Enduring
Defiance
Rebellious
Vigilance
Watchful
Persistence
Relentless
Fortitude
Strong
Temperance
Moderate
Prudence
Cautious
Diligence
Hardworking
Kindness
Gentle
Humility
Modest
Charity
Generous
Chastity
Pure
Wrath
Angry
Greed
Acquisitive
Sloth
Lazy
Pride
Arrogant
Lust
Passionate
Envy
Jealous
Gluttony
Excessive
Faith
Believing
Hope
Optimistic
Love
Affectionate

Finding Your Perfect Bow Name

Choosing the perfect name for your bow is a deeply personal decision that reflects your style, personality, and the character of your weapon. Whether you prefer something mythological, nature-inspired, historical, fantasy-based, modern, or descriptive, the right name can transform your bow into a trusted companion with its own identity and story.

Consider the type of bow, its appearance, how it feels when you shoot it, and your own connection to it when selecting a name. The perfect name should resonate with you and enhance your archery experience, whether you're hunting, competing, or simply enjoying the ancient art of archery.