Hey guys!
I’m here take you on a ride through the world of mythical dragon names and where each one has a story as unique as the dragons.
Have you ever heard of a dragon that whispers to mountains or dances with the northern lights?
Well, stick around because we’re just getting started.
With our list ranging from fierce fire breathers to graceful sky soarers, every name is a doorway into fantasy.
I remember when I first heard about “Fafnir,” a dragon known for his immense greed and the tragic tales.
This got me thinking though – what about all the other dragons?
What are their stories?
So I decided to do some research and find 150 of the coolest most interesting sounding ones out there.
Did you know that not all dragons breathe fire?
Some can wield ice itself while others command storms or control time itself.
Each tale was chosen specifically to thrill your mind’s eye like no other has before, putting you right into middle of things.
And let loose those amazing stories – maybe along way might even find your favorite one
Famous Mythical Dragon Names
- Smaug – The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien: A male dragon that is terrifying and greedy, protecting a large hoard of treasure in the Lonely Mountain.
- Drogon, Viserion, Rhaegal – A Song of Ice and Fire by George R.R. Martin: Three dragons which were born from the petrified eggs of a dragon given to Daenerys Targaryen as a wedding gift.
- Toothless – How to Train Your Dragon (film): An exceptionally rare Night Fury dragon, who befriends the lead character Hiccup.
- Falkor – The Neverending Story by Michael Ende: A Luckdragon that helps Atreyu on his quest with his ability to fly and wise yet friendly nature.
- Norbert – Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling: A Norwegian Ridgeback dragon hatched by Hagrid which showcases some magical creatures from the wizarding world.
- Glaurung, Ancalagon – The Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien: Two early dragons in Tolkien’s legendarium; Glaurung being known as the “Father of Dragons” while Ancalagon is said to be one among the largest.
- Vermithrax Pejorative – Dragonslayer (film): Name of a dark fantasy film’s dragon that terrorizes a medieval kingdom.
- Fafnir – Nordic Mythology: Fafnir was originally a dwarf who turned into a dragon due to his greediness along with curse over powerful ring.
- Yevaud – A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin: Renowned for his cunningness and formidable magic, thereby making him famous among other dragons within the Earthsea archipelago.
- Glaedr – The Inheritance Cycle by Christopher Paolini: An ancient gold dragon endowed with great knowledge, thus acting as a mentor to younger protagonist dragons.
- Saphira – The Inheritance Cycle by Christopher Paolini: A wise and fiery blue female dragon, bonded with Eragon and notably distinguished for her wisdom and fiery spirit.
- Ramoth – Dragonriders of Pern series by Anne McCaffrey: Known as Pern’s queen dragon, characterized by her majestic size and strong telepathic abilities.
- Mnementh – Dragonriders of Pern series by Anne McCaffrey: The first dragon introduced in the series, recognized for his strength and intelligence.
- Kazul – The Enchanted Forest Chronicles by Patricia C. Wrede: A female dragon who rises to become the queen of all dragons through her wit and strength.
- Icefyre – The Realm of the Elderlings series by Robin Hobb: A legendary dragon encased in ice, whose liberation is crucial for the survival of his species.
- Tintaglia – The Realm of the Elderlings series by Robin Hobb: A vibrant blue female dragon, who fights vigorously to ensure her kind remains alive or regains strength.
- Balerion, Meraxes, Vhagar – A Song of Ice and Fire by George R.R. Martin: Three ancient dragons used by Aegon the Conqueror to unify the Seven Kingdoms known for their huge size and ability to breathe fire.
- Jabberwock – “Jabberwocky” by Lewis Carroll: A fictional male dragon from a nonsensical poem, featured in the Through the Looking-Glass novels.
- Elliot – Pete’s Dragon (film): An imaginary, friendly green giant and invisible flying reptile, forming a deep friendship with a human companion.
- Alduin – The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim (video game): Known as the “World Eater,” this male dragon is prophesied to destroy the world, marking him as a formidable force.
- Paarthurnax – The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim (video game): A wise dragon who helps the player character and provides philosophical insights.
- Bahamut – Final Fantasy series (video game): Often depicted as a god-like male dragon with immense powers, appearing as a summonable creature.
- Igneel – Fairy Tail (manga and anime): A dragon who raised the main character, Natsu, teaching him fire dragon slayer magic.
- Deathwing – World of Warcraft (video game): Once named Neltharion, he became corrupt and turned into a force that would destroy everything around him.
- Fífnir – Nordic Mythology (related to Fafnir): A male dragon name used in various retellings and adaptations.
- Haku – Spirited Away (film): This is a character who appears as a male dragon in the river and helps Chihiro during her journey.
- Mushu – Mulan (Disney film): He is a small funny male dragon sent on a mission to assist Mulan.
- Charizard – Pokémon (video game and anime): It is a fire-flying type Pokémon looking like a dragon, which is famous for its excellent fighting abilities.
- Spyro – Spyro the Dragon (video game): The main character of this game is Spyro, who is a little purple male dragon traveling through different magical worlds.
- Draco – Dragonheart (film): A male dragon that saved the life of a human prince by giving him part of his heart, which developed an unusual bond between them.
- Maleficent (in dragon form) – Sleeping Beauty (Disney film): Transforms into a dragon as the climax of her battle against Prince Phillip, showcasing her powerful magic.
- King Ghidorah – Godzilla series (film): A three-headed male dragon and one of Godzilla’s most formidable adversaries, often depicted as a destructive extraterrestrial force.
- Shenron – Dragon Ball (anime and manga): A magical dragon who can be summoned by gathering all seven Dragon Balls, granting the summoner a wish.
- Falkor – The Neverending Story by Michael Ende: A friendly and optimistic luckdragon who aids Atreyu in his quest through Fantastica.
- Blue-Eyes White Dragon – Yu-Gi-Oh! (trading card game and anime): A powerful dragon with high attack and defense points, iconic within the series.
- Firnen – The Inheritance Cycle by Christopher Paolini: A green dragon who bonds with Arya, becoming a symbol of the new era for dragons and Elves.
- Eragon – The Inheritance Cycle by Christopher Paolini: Not a dragon, but a male Dragon Rider who forms a deep bond with his dragon, Saphira.
- Norberta – Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling: Initially named Norbert, she is a Norwegian Ridgeback female dragon hatched by Hagrid, later revealed to be female.
- Smrgol – The Flight of Dragons by Peter Dickinson: An old dragon, wise and experienced, guiding the younger protagonist dragons.
- Ancalagon the Black – The Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien: The mightiest of Morgoth’s male dragons during the First Age, defeated by Eärendil in aerial combat.
- Scatha the Worm – Works by J.R.R. Tolkien: A fearsome dragon hoarding treasure, slain by the hero Fram.
- Gorbash – The Flight of Dragons by Peter Dickinson: A young male dragon who becomes involved in a quest to prove that dragons can coexist with humanity.
- Pyron – The Flight of Dragons (film): A fiery dragon depicted in this animated film that combines fantasy with scientific theories about dragons.
- Tabaluga – Tabaluga (German TV series): A young green dragon whose adventures are about learning and maturity, often dealing with the antagonist Arktos.
- Puff, the Magic Dragon – Song by Peter, Paul and Mary: A friendly dragon from a song that has become a symbol of innocence and childhood.
- Zmey Gorynych – Slavic mythology: A dragon with three heads, each one regrowing if not simultaneously cut off known for kidnapping maidens.
- Leviathan – Various cultural and religious references: Often depicted as a massive sea serpent or dragon, symbolizing chaos and power.
- Tiamat – Babylonian mythology and also Dungeons & Dragons: A goddess and a dragon with multiple heads, representing the chaos of primordial creation.
- Aithusa – Merlin (TV series): A white female dragon born from the last dragon egg in existence, symbolizing hope and new beginnings.
- Glaedr – The Inheritance Cycle by Christopher Paolini: An ancient golden dragon who provides wisdom and guidance to Eragon and Saphira.
- Thorn – The Inheritance Cycle by Christopher Paolini: A red dragon, forced into servitude under dark powers, eventually finding his own path.
- Shruikan – The Inheritance Cycle by Christopher Paolini: A black dragon twisted by dark magic, bonded unwillingly to the antagonist King Galbatorix.
- Firedrake – Dragon Rider by Cornelia Funke: A silver dragon on a quest to find the mythical Rim of Heaven and save his species from extinction.
- Temeraire – Temeraire series by Naomi Novik: A rare Celestial breed dragon in an alternate history where dragons are used in aerial combat.
- Seath the Scaleless – Dark Souls (video game): A male dragon born without scales who betrays his own kind in pursuit of immortality.
- Kalameet – Dark Souls (video game): A terrifying black dragon whose mere presence can curse others.
- Sisu – Raya and the Last Dragon (Disney film): A quirky and wise water dragon tasked with reuniting a fractured land.
- Gringott – Inspired the name for Gringotts Bank in Harry Potter, though Gringott himself is not a creature in mythology.
- Vritra – Hindu mythology: A dragon or serpent demon who withheld the waters of the world, defeated by Indra.
- Jormungandr (also known as the Midgard Serpent) – Norse mythology: A massive sea serpent destined to fight Thor during Ragnarok.
- Sisu – Raya and the Last Dragon (Disney film): A dragon known for her wisdom, humor, and magical abilities.
- Ladon – Greek mythology: A serpent-like dragon that guarded the golden apples in the Garden of the Hesperides.
- Y Ddraig Goch – The Red Dragon of Welsh folklore: The symbol of Wales, this dragon represents the country.
- Quetzalcoatl – Mesoamerican mythology: Often depicted as a feathered serpent, this deity was associated with the winds, the air, and learning.
- St. George’s Dragon – Legend of Saint George and the Dragon: A dragon slain by St. George.
- Gleipnir – Skies of Arcadia (video game): A powerful silver dragon summoned by one of the main characters.
- Gringott – Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling: Inspired the name for Gringotts Bank, the secure location where wizards keep their treasures.
- Hydra – Greek mythology: Often considered a dragon-like creature with multiple heads.
- Níðhöggr – Norse mythology: A malicious dragon that gnaws at the root of Yggdrasil, the world tree, embodying decay and destruction.
- Vritra – Hindu mythology: A dragon-like demon that personifies drought and obstruction, vanquished by Indra to release the waters.
- Typhon – Greek mythology: Described as a massive fire-breathing dragon, defeated by Zeus and buried under Mount Etna.
- Jörmungandr – Norse mythology: The Midgard Serpent, so large it encircles the Earth; destined to fight Thor at Ragnarök.
- Fucanglong – Chinese mythology: Dragons that guard buried treasures, both natural and precious, underneath the earth.
- Tianlong – Chinese mythology: Celestial dragons that guard heavenly domains and pull divine chariots.
- Bakunawa – Philippine mythology: A sea serpent believed to cause eclipses, swallowing the moon.
- Apep or Apophis – Egyptian mythology: The ancient serpent of chaos, enemy of the sun god Ra.
- Zilant – Tatar folklore: A dragon creature with elements of a bird and snake, often mentioned in legends and heraldry.
- Leviathan – Various cultural references: Described in biblical and other sources as a sea monster.
- Kur – Sumerian mythology: A dragon-like creature representing the primeval sea, often battling the gods.
- Illuyanka – Hittite mythology: A serpentine dragon involved in a complex tale of combat and revenge against the storm god Teshub.
- Tatsuya – Blue Dragon (video game): A dragon associated with one of the main characters, embodying the element of light.
- Firnen – The Inheritance Cycle by Christopher Paolini: A green dragon who becomes the mate of Arya’s dragon, Saphira.
- Kalameet – Dark Souls (video game): An ancient black dragon, feared for its powerful flame and magical attacks.
- Gleipnir – Dark Souls (video game): A chain used to bind the Great Grey Wolf Sif.
- Onyxia – World of Warcraft (video game): A cunning black female dragon known for her deadly fire breath and powerful wings.
- Neltharion (Deathwing) – World of Warcraft (video game): Originally a dragon aspect tasked with guarding the earth.
- Malygos – World of Warcraft (video game): The male dragon aspect of magic, initially a wise guardian.
- Nozdormu – World of Warcraft (video game): The dragon aspect of time, responsible for guarding time.
- Kushala Daora – Monster Hunter series (video game): A steel dragon known for its ability to manipulate strong winds around it.
- Fatalis – Monster Hunter series (video game): An elder dragon, extremely powerful.
- Rayquaza – Pokémon series (video game): A legendary dragon and flying-type Pokémon known for living in the ozone layer.
- Zekrom – Pokémon series (video game): A legendary dragon and electric-type Pokémon, symbolizing ideals and featured prominently in Pokémon White.
- Reshiram – Pokémon series (video game): A legendary dragon and fire-type Pokémon, embodying truth and featured in Pokémon Black.
- Dragonite – Pokémon series (video game): A dragon and flying-type Pokémon known for its kind nature and formidable battle abilities.
- Gyarados – Pokémon series (video game): Not a true dragon type but has the appearance and characteristics of a sea dragon.
- Kingdra – Pokémon series (video game): A water and dragon-type Pokémon known for its ability to create whirlpools, therefore making it a formidable opponent in battles.
- Dialga – Pokémon series (video game): This legendary steel and dragon-type Pokémon has the power to control time, thus playing a crucial role in the game’s storyline.
- Palkia – Pokémon series (video game): Known for its ability to distort space, Palkia is a legendary water and dragon-type Pokémon which significantly impacts the spatial dynamics of its environment.
- Giratina – Pokémon series (video game): A legendary ghost and dragon-type Pokémon known for its power to control dimensions.
- Salazzle – Pokémon series (video game): A poison and fire-type Pokémon, Salazzle is distinguished by its ability to emit toxic gas, which makes it especially dangerous in battles.
- Bubonix – Warhammer (game): A lesser dragon from the Warhammer universe, known for its corrupting influence.
- Cyrrollalee – Dungeons & Dragons (game): A deity dragon from the Forgotten Realms setting, associated with trust and home.
- Falkrath – Elder Scrolls (video game): A dragon known for its fearsome power in Skyrim’s lore.
- Indra – Guild Wars 2 (video game): This mythical dragon is known for its lightning powers, which electrify its presence both literally and figuratively in the game.
- Jabberwock – American McGee’s Alice (video game): A dragon-like creature from the twisted version of Alice in Wonderland.
- Kalessin – Earthsea series by Ursula K. Le Guin: An ancient and wise dragon, considered one of the oldest.
- Loriel – Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas: A legendary dragon said to possess immense ancient knowledge.
- Meraxes – Dragon Age (video game): A mythical dragon revered in the game’s lore.
- Nithogg – Final Fantasy XIV (video game): A dragon enemy in the Heavensward expansion known for its destruction.
- Orochi – Japanese mythology: An eight-headed male dragon defeated by the legendary hero Susanoo.
- Pyre – Divinity II (video game): A dragon knight who can transform into a dragon.
- Quasar – Stellaris (video game): A space dragon encountered by players exploring the universe.
- Ridley – Metroid series (video game): Often considered male dragon-like, Ridley is a recurring powerful enemy in the series.
- Skithrix – Magic: The Gathering (card game): A dragon character from the vast array of MTG creatures.
- Tatsu – Japanese folklore: A type of dragon or dragon-like sea creature known for its spirituality and power.
- Ugin – Magic: The Gathering (card game): A powerful spirit dragon playing a crucial role in the game’s multiverse.
- Verix Bladewing – Magic: The Gathering (card game): A dragon noted for its aggression and tactical prowess.
- Wistala – Age of Fire series by E.E. Knight: A dragoness known for her intelligence and diplomatic skills.
- Xolotl – Aztec mythology: A dog-headed dragon god associated with lightning and death.
- Yamata no Orochi – Japanese mythology: A multi-headed dragon slain by the deity Susanoo, similar but distinct from Orochi.
- Zephyr – Spyro: Year of the Dragon (video game): A realm in the Spyro universe, home to various dragon species.
- Azure Dragon – Chinese mythology: One of the four dragon gods representing the east and spring season.
- Blaze – Mortal Kombat (video game): Not a traditional dragon but a creature of fire with dragon-like qualities.
- Celestrata – Dragon’s Dogma (video game): A rare celestial female dragon encountered in the deeper parts of the game’s dungeons.
- Dracolich – Dungeons & Dragons (game): A dragon that has been transformed into an undead lich, possessing powerful magic and immortality.
- Eldrax – Dungeons & Dragons (game): A dragon from D&D lore known for its wisdom and magical abilities.
- Flameheart – Sea of Thieves (video game): A spectral dragon that players can encounter on the high seas.
- Grinder – Borderlands 3 (video game): A mechanical dragon-like creature in this shooter game.
- Havoc – Rift (video game): A chaos dragon that players can summon for assistance in battles.
- Ignitor – Skylanders (video game): A fire elemental dragon with a knight’s spirit bound to it.
- Jiragon – Original creation: A dragon known for its agility and mastery of aerial combat.
- Krothu – Original creation: An ice dragon from the northern myths, revered for its power and solitude.
- Luminara – Divinity: Original Sin 2 (video game): A light dragon with powers to heal and protect.
- Moondancer – Original creation: A mystical dragon that draws power from lunar phases.
- Neraxis – Dragon Wars (film): A cunning and malevolent dragon antagonist.
- Obsidius – Magic: The Gathering (card game): A dragon made of volcanic glass, capable of melting into shadows.
- Phantom – Dark Souls III (video game): An ethereal dragon that haunts the darker corners of the game world.
- Quetz – ARK: Survival Evolved (video game): A giant flying creature, dragon-like in its majesty and power.
- Rathian – Monster Hunter series (video game): A female dragon known for its poisonous attacks and maternal instincts.
- Scorch – Titanfall 2 (video game): While not a dragon, Scorch is a titan with dragon-like fire capabilities.
- Tiamat – Dungeons & Dragons (game): A five-headed male dragon goddess, each head representing a different element of chaos.
- Ulhar – Original creation: A stealthy dragon that hunts in the shadows, blending into its environment.
- Vaal Hazak – Monster Hunter World (video game): A dragon that uses bio-energy to defend itself.
- Whisper – The Last Dragon (novel): A dragon known for communicating through telepathy rather than roars.
- Xerxes – Original creation: A dragon ruler of a forgotten empire, known for its wisdom and tyranny.
- Ysera – World of Warcraft (video game): The female dragon aspect of dreams, overseeing the mystical Emerald Dream.
- Zaratan – Mythological creature: A giant turtle sometimes depicted with dragon-like features.
- Azureus – Starbound (video game): A female dragon that inhabits the colder planets, blending into the icy landscapes.
- Balthazar – Guild Wars 2 (video game): A god with dragon-like powers, although not a dragon, he commands them.
- Crimson Drake – World of Warcraft (video game): A dragon known for its deep red scales and fiery breath.
