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
Serpentis
snake
Umbra
shadows
Solus
alone
Gladius
sword
Aurum
gold
Ignotus
unknown
Electus
chosen
Nemo
no one
Bellum
war
Permaximum
greatest
Formidonis
terror
Monstrum
monster
Deus
God
Spes
hope
Novus
new
Regius
royal
Imber
rain shower
Lumen
light
Eximius
excellent
Terra
land
Leo
lion
Ignis
fire
Fulgeo
shining or radiant
Sacer
sacred
Caelum
heaven
Tyrannus
tyrant
Magnus
great
Pax
peace
Antebellum
before war
Luna
moon
Ventus
wind
Papilio
butterfly
Accensum
to set on fire
Alius
different
Quia
because
Oscen
songbird
Mors
death
Idoneus
capable
Crepusculum
twilight
Mico
sparkle
Sapientia
wisdom
Obscurus
dark
Trucido
slay
Sine
without
Vespa
wasp
Lux
light
Meliora
better
Vita
life
Lacero
to tear
Anima
soul
Circa
approximately
Acerbus
bitter
Vagus
wandering
Immortalis
immortal
Fulminare
thunderbolts
Aer
air
Palmarium
outstanding
Stella
star
Tutis
protected
Dexter
right
Adversum
against
Tempestas
storm
Ire
to go
Bonus
good
Artificiosus
skillful/artful
Ara
altar
Lea
lioness
Acer
sharp-minded
Ingenium
talent
Nihil
nothing
Memento
remember
Sors
destiny
Diende
next
Suavis
sweet
Miles
soldier
Amabilis
lovely
Audire
to listen
Nomen
name
Aliqui
someone
Habere
to have
Contra
contrary
Veto
forbid
Unus
one
Ergo
therefore
Silva
forest
Susurrar
whisper
Sinister
left
Sursum
up
Apricus
sunlight
Caeleste
celestial
Illustris
brilliant
Strenuus
vigorous
Ultimus
last
Scribere
to write
Primus
first
Verbatim
word for word
Subpoena
under penalty
Audio
I hear
Multus
much
Potentia
power
Fortis
strong
Laetus
delighted
Praecipio
teach/advise
Abduco
retreat
Ludus
sport/game
Meus
my
Fides
faith
Dicere
to say
Res
things
Amare
to love
Veritas
truth
Serenitas
serenity
Benevolentia
benevolence/kindness
Felicitas
happiness
Videre
to look
Aberro
wander
Misericordia
mercy
Serenus
serene/calm
Abditum
to conceal
Tamen
however
Alii
others
Fortuna
luck
Pulchritudo
beauty
Gaudium
joy
Ego
I
Tempus
time
Natura
nature
Libertas
freedom
Deorsum
down
Emeritus
retired
Passer
sparrow
Aequus
equal
Prudentia
prudence
Humanitas
kindness
Praeclarus
excellent
Esse
to be
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, tap 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.