Pokemon Nickname Generator
Stuck naming your new catch? Pick a Pokemon and get nickname ideas matched to its type, puns on its name, and classic pet names — click any one to copy it.
The Eevee Name Trick (Pokemon GO)
Rename your Eevee to one of these before evolving to guarantee the evolution — each name works once per account:
| Nickname | Evolves Into |
|---|---|
| Rainer | Vaporeon |
| Sparky | Jolteon |
| Pyro | Flareon |
| Sakura | Espeon |
| Tamao | Umbreon |
| Linnea | Leafeon |
| Rea | Glaceon |
| Kira | Sylveon |
See also: how to evolve Eevee in the main games.
FAQ
How does the Pokemon nickname generator work?
Pick a Pokemon (or go random) and it generates nickname ideas from three sources: names that fit the Pokemon’s type, playful remixes of the species name, and universal pet-style names. Click any name to copy it.
What is the Eevee name trick in Pokemon GO?
Renaming Eevee before evolving forces a specific evolution — Rainer for Vaporeon, Sparky for Jolteon, Pyro for Flareon, Sakura for Espeon, Tamao for Umbreon, Linnea for Leafeon, Rea for Glaceon, and Kira for Sylveon. Each name works only once per account.
How long can a Pokemon nickname be?
Modern main-series games and Pokemon GO allow nicknames up to 12 characters. Older generations allowed fewer (10 in Gens 1–5).