Latin may not be commonly spoken today, but this classical language played a crucial role in world history and contributed to many words we’re familiar with in English today.
Because it is no longer spoken often, Latin has a certain appeal to modern language learners; it seems interesting, unique, and somewhat mysterious.
As you explore the language, you’ll find that there are plenty of cool Latin words you can use for usernames!
We list the best examples (with English translations/definitions) below.
We also have a Latin username generator and tips on finding your own neat Latin word for a username.
Invicta
unconquered/invincible
Lumen
light
Permaximum
greatest
Nemo
no one
Regius
royal
Magnus
great
Ventus
wind
Fulminare
thunderbolts
Electus
chosen
Monstrum
monster
Formidonis
terror
Papilio
butterfly
Aurum
gold
Terra
land
Serpentis
snake
Ignotus
unknown
Umbra
shadows
Suavis
sweet
Pax
peace
Crepusculum
twilight
Ignis
fire
Mico
sparkle
Antebellum
before war
Imber
rain shower
Lux
light
Trucido
slay
Gladius
sword
Sine
without
Alius
different
Obscurus
dark
Immortalis
immortal
Nihil
nothing
Oscen
songbird
Lea
lioness
Quia
because
Idoneus
capable
Deus
God
Amabilis
lovely
Accensum
to set on fire
Leo
lion
Vagus
wandering
Dexter
right
Fulgeo
shining or radiant
Tutis
protected
Luna
moon
Aer
air
Bellum
war
Tyrannus
tyrant
Solus
alone
Ergo
therefore
Vita
life
Sapientia
wisdom
Sors
destiny
Habere
to have
Ara
altar
Artificiosus
skillful/artful
Spes
hope
Acer
sharp-minded
Vespa
wasp
Meliora
better
Tempestas
storm
Audire
to listen
Palmarium
outstanding
Stella
star
Unus
one
Scribere
to write
Circa
approximately
Acerbus
bitter
Aliqui
someone
Subpoena
under penalty
Abduco
retreat
Miles
soldier
Lacero
to tear
Meus
my
Verbatim
word for word
Ire
to go
Caelum
heaven
Audio
I hear
Silva
forest
Primus
first
Bonus
good
Deorsum
down
Tempus
time
Ludus
sport/game
Novus
new
Libertas
freedom
Gaudium
joy
Felicitas
happiness
Prudentia
prudence
Potentia
power
Ingenium
talent
Caeleste
celestial
Serenus
serene/calm
Fortis
strong
Eximius
excellent
Strenuus
vigorous
Mors
death
Contra
contrary
Aberro
wander
Sacer
sacred
Illustris
brilliant
Susurrar
whisper
Memento
remember
Diende
next
Anima
soul
Veto
forbid
Ultimus
last
Fides
faith
Dicere
to say
Res
things
Ego
I
Abditum
to conceal
Tamen
however
Passer
sparrow
Laetus
delighted
Amare
to love
Videre
to look
Praecipio
teach/advise
Adversum
against
Sinister
left
Apricus
sunlight
Nomen
name
Fortuna
luck
Pulchritudo
beauty
Praeclarus
excellent
Aequus
equal
Veritas
truth
Misericordia
mercy
Benevolentia
benevolence/kindness
Humanitas
kindness
Sursum
up
Multus
much
Alii
others
Esse
to be
Emeritus
retired
Natura
nature
Serenitas
serenity
Latin Username Generator
Tips for Creating Your Own Latin Username
When choosing a Latin word for a username, you don’t necessarily need an in-depth knowledge of the language — just a good dictionary!
The best dictionaries you’ll find are those that come from academic institutions. (They tend to be more reliable than other online dictionaries, which may not be accurately sourced.)
In creating our list, we used the University of Notre Dame’s Latin Dictionary and Grammar Aid and William Whitaker’s Words, which allows you to browse by letter or search for an English word.
We also recommend Latinitium, which offers four searchable Latin dictionaries online; you can search for Latin or English words.
With your dictionary of choice on hand, consider the following techniques to find a cool Latin word for a username:
- Translate a word you like in English. Search for your favorite thing/name/word in English in one of the searchable Latin dictionaries. You’ll find the Latin translation of the word you search; similar words or synonyms may also appear in your search results. You might want to jot down a handful of your favorite words, so you have options, since not every word you like in English will translate well into Latin!
- Randomize! Use a dictionary that is browsable by letter, click on a random letter, and look through the words until you find one that you like. Leaving an element of your choice up to chance can help you find words you were unaware of and find a word that immediately catches your eye.