Name Convention Question

Can we list a few examples of which names are allowed and which are not for newcomers.

[1] Name consisting of several words, e.g. Popmusic
[2] Famous and relevant real world celebs, e.g. Trump
[3] Non-medieval names. Here I am not all that sure. Is Steve not allowed then?
[4] ??? add some more examples

I have a question myself, many suggested to have a look at ingame characters of the own faction and name your character accordingly. So what about the name Varyan or Variann or Thràll or Thrull? Those are based or characters of WoW factions as suggested.

Thanks Dnasis but that one I knew. The question was more specific I think.
However, from what I read there all above examples should be fine?

I actually did a bit of search and found the following:

Naming Policy
" What’s in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet."
–William Shakespeare
One of the first adventures you will embark upon within World of Warcraft will be that of choosing a character name. While your subsequent exploits should prove infinitely more exhilarating, great care should be given to name selection. The first impression other players have of you will be based on your name, so it’s best to start off on the right foot.
While choosing the perfect name for your character, guild, or pet is generally left to your discretion, we ask that you refrain from using certain types of names. These types of names are detailed in the categories below. If a name is found that violates these policies we will change the name and take further action if the name is inappropriate. In addition, the GM staff will only change a name that has been found in violation of this policy; we are unable to change character names upon request.
Below are guidelines to help you determine whether or not the name you have chosen is appropriate for your character, guild, or pet. Hopefully, we encompass all manner of barred names; however there may be inappropriate names which do not fit into any of these categories. We reserve the right to evaluate each incident on a case by case basis, and in extreme cases, take action beyond what is detailed here.

Highly Inappropriate
Names which fall under the following categories are deemed to be highly inappropriate. Clarification on what constitutes each category can be found by clicking on the links below.

• Racial/Ethnic/National
• Extreme Sexuality/Violence
• Sexual Orientation
• Obscene/Vulgar

Though we have varying tolerance for repeated abuse of each category, any name that violates one of these categories will most likely:
Be forced to choose a new name next time the character is logged in
Be temporarily suspended from the game

Moderately Inappropriate

Names which fall under the following categories are deemed to be mildly inappropriate. Clarification on what constitutes each category can be found by clicking on the links below.

• Harassing or Defamatory
• Blizzard Employees
• Inappropriate
• Advertising

Though we have varying tolerance for repeated abuse of each category, any name that violates one of these categories will most likely:
Be forced to choose a new name next time the character is logged in
Be given a warning

Restricted

Names which fall under the following categories are restricted and will most likely not receive an account penalty on the first instance. Clarification on what constitutes each category can be found by clicking on the links below.

• Trademarks
• Pure Gibberish
• Contain “Leet” or “Dudespeak”
• Titles (Does not apply to Guild or Pet Names)
• Real World References
• Partial or Complete Sentences (Does not apply to Guild Names)

Though we have varying tolerance for repeated abuse of each category, any name that violates one of these categories will most likely:
Be forced to choose a new name next time the character is logged in

IMPORTANT
Repeatedly violating any area of the Terms of Use (ToU), including the areas detailed above, will often result in temporary suspension from the game.

This policy is not language-restrictive. Names that fall under this policy will always be subject to the repercussions listed, whether they are inappropriate in English or any other language.
Questionable names may not be changed immediately, but at a later date, pending further review. Blizzard reserves the right to change any names we deem inappropriate or that violate policy.
Players found to be in violation of the above policies may be assigned a randomly generated temporary name for their character, guild, or pet. An E-mail will be sent to the account’s registered E-mail address with instructions on how to change his/her temporary name to one of their choice.

The bottom line is that we want World of Warcraft to be a fun and safe environment for all players. World of Warcraft is an MMORPG, and the key words are “Massively Multiplayer.” In playing this game, you will encounter thousands of other players who share different experiences and come from vastly different backgrounds. While a certain name may not be offensive to you, consider the fact that that same name may have a completely different effect on someone else. We’ve done everything we can to make this a great game but now it’s up to you, the players, to breathe life into the world. Choose wisely my friends.

With the multiple words thing - if it’s not an obvious meme and still could fit the character it could still be fine. We live in a world where someone’s surname can be “Bonechewer” or “Stormrage”. Having your surname as the ingame name and putting your first name into TRP isn’t too far fetched.

Rules 1 and 3 are very subjective, and even Blizzard doesn’t stick to them. (Ex. Hellscream, Harris Pilton, Stonehoof). Even if it’s not necessarily a proper name a character’s parents would have given them.
Characters in fantasy go by nicknames and titles, self appointed and otherwise, all the time.

Just keep in mind the specific context. Steve, honestly, I would have zero issue with and would honestly be impressed that they got it. Cellphone, or Dankmemesbro however…

My personal guidelines. If there’s even the slightest way it might actually fit the world, and if Blizzard themselves have done something worse, I don’t bother myself over it.

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