Dynasty Names Expanded
Dynasty Names Expanded
Are you tired of seeing the same ruler and heir names over and over again? This mod aims to refresh the game’s naming pool by adding a wider variety of names for rulers, heirs, and court members across different cultures.
Compatible with version 1.2.1 (for Vanilla Games)
✨ Features
- Expanded Name Pools: Adds new and diverse names for children and rulers.
- Less Repetition: Reduces the chance of seeing duplicate names in your dynasty.
- Immersive Experience: Designed to make your playthrough feel more unique.
✅ Compatibility
- Compatible with the latest game version.
- Should work fine with other graphical or map mods.
🚀 Content Update: v1.2.1
Anatolia Region (Turkish) *UPDATED*
- Massive Expansion: The pool has been expanded to 126+ names (added 48 new names in the latest update on top of the previous 78). (94 Male, 32 Female)
- Localization Overhaul: Completely fixed spelling errors and "Turkified" vanilla names to reflect authentic Turkish naming conventions.
- Male Includes: Historical figures, Sultans, Pashas, Naval Commanders (Barbaros & Oruç), and names from the late-Ottoman period (Jön Turks era).
- Female Includes: Legendary Valide Sultans and Princesses such as Hürrem, Kösem, Mihrimah, Nurbanu, Safiye, and historical figures like Halime and Nilüfer Hatun.
Iberia Region (Castilian & Spanish)
- Added 31 new names (21 Male, 10 Female) to the Castilian culture.
- Male Includes: Legendary figures of the Reconquista (Pelayo, Rodrigo/El Cid), historic Kings (Ramiro, Ordoño), and famous explorers/conquistadors (Vasco, Pizarro, Cortés).
- Female Includes: Powerful Queens and noblewomen like Urraca, Berenguela, Violante, and Mafalda.
Great Britain Region (English)
- Added 57 new names (33 Male, 24 Female) to the English culture.
- Includes: diverse range of historical names from the medieval period to common Protestant names, significantly reducing repetition for English rulers and heirs.
France Region (French & Occitan)
- Added 29 new names (23 North, 6 South) to the French name pools.
- Includes: Missing essential royal names (Charles, Henri, François), major ducal names (Anjou, Brittany), and distinct regional names for Southern France to differentiate from the North.
Italy Region (North & South)
- Added 35 new culturally distinct names (22 Male, 13 Female) to differentiate the North from the South.
- North Italian: Focuses on Tuscan, Venetian, and Lombard flavor. Includes iconic names like Alvise, Cosimo (Medici), Dante, and Ginevra.
- South Italian: Adds depth to Neapolitan and Sicilian identity with names like Gennaro, Tancredi, Ruggero, and Rosalia.
German Region (Germanic & Dutch) — *NEW*
- Expanded Pool: Added 48 new names (28 Male, 20 Female) and 52 unique dynasties across the German and Dutch cultures.
- Regional Flavor: Specifically tailored to represent the Holy Roman Empire’s internal diversity, including High German and Dutch dialects.
- Male Includes: Strong traditional names like Michael, Eberhard, and Engelbert.
- Female Includes: Classic medieval figures such as Kunigunde, Ottilia, and Mechthild.
Byzantine Empire (Greek Language) — *NEW*
- Imperial Restoration:Added 26 authentic Greek names (14 Male, 12 Female) and 6 historical dynasties to bring the Eastern Roman Empire to life.
- Historical Depth: Focuses on the names of famous emperors, scholars, and saints to ensure the Basileus feels truly Roman.
- Male Includes: Manuel, Nikephoros, and Symeon.
- Female Includes: Iconic names like Theodora, Xene, and Thamar.
Balkan Region (Slavic & Albanian) — *NEW*
- Regional Diversity: Massive expansion with 58 new names and 16 dynasties covering Serbo-Croatian, Bulgarian, and Albanian cultures.
- Cultural Identity: Distinct naming conventions for each group to prevent generic repetition in the Balkans.
- Male Includes: Historical Balkan leaders and figures such as Ivan, Juraj, and Lekë.
- Female Includes: Traditional regional names like Milica, Jelena, and Vojsava.
If you encounter any issues or have name suggestions, please let me know in the comments!
The mod I was inspired by: Original Mod Link
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Revisions:
Old revisions of this mod are available below. Click the link to download.