Random Mob Name
A simple datapack that gives random names to most hostile mobs (zombies, skeletons, creepers, etc.) when they spawn. Every monster becomes unique…
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Random Monster Names
What does this datapack do?
When a hostile mob spawns in your world, this datapack automatically gives it a random name. The name appears floating above the mob, just like using a name tag on an animal.
That's it. Simple, lightweight, and surprisingly entertaining.
Why use it?
- Makes exploration more fun – You'll never see just another zombie. You'll meet "Grumbles" or "Toebeans" instead.
- Creates memorable moments – "Remember that creeper named 'Boomer' who blew up our front gate?"
- No setup required – Just drop it in your datapacks folder and play.
Supported mobs
Zombies, Skeletons, Spiders, Creepers, Witches, Pillagers, Vindicators, and their variants (Husk, Stray, Drowned, etc.).
Customization
Want your own names? Open data/monster_names/functions/name_pool.mcfunction and edit the list. Add inside jokes, server member names, or whatever you like.
Requirements
- Minecraft Java Edition 1.19 or newer
- No mods or resource packs needed
Installation
- Download the
.zipfile - Place it in your world's
datapacksfolder - Run
/reloador re-enter the world
- Edition: Minecraft Java
- File type: .jar
- Minecraft versions listed: 26.1, 26.1.1, 26.1.2
- How to install: Install the matching mod loader (Forge, Fabric or NeoForge) for your Minecraft version. → Download the .jar. → Put it in the .minecraft/mods folder and launch that loader profile.
- Where to get it: Opens on Modrinth — not every file is mirrored on our own servers.
Install steps are the general flow for this file type — see the MC Java Mods guides for the full walkthrough.
- Downloads as random-mob-name-data-pack 26.1.zip
- Download size: 13.3 MB
- Download link checked 20 Aug 2026 — working
These come from our own check of the pack file, not from the source page.