What is a Good Drag Queen Name?
Table of Contents
Introduction to What is a Good Drag Queen Name
Picking Your Drag Queen Name!
Amanda Reckonwith
Barbara Seville
Crystal Decanter
Dixie Normous
Hedda Lettuce
Miranda Wrights
Lauren Order
Paige Turner
Patti O’Furniture
Rhoda Dendron
Shelita Baby
Sutton Lee Seymour
Tasha Salad
Wilma Titzgro
Brainstorming Name Ideas
Drag Queen Name Generator
Choosing a Meaningful Name
Making it Memorable
Testing it Out
Introduction to What is a Good Drag Queen Name
What is a good drag queen name? Choosing a drag queen name is an important part of developing your drag persona. Your name is how fans and audiences will know you, so you want it to be meaningful, memorable, and perfectly suited to your character’s personal brand. Follow these tips to choose a name that dazzles. If you need even more help on becoming a drag queen or drag king, we have it for you!
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Picking Your Drag Queen Name!
Picking a drag queen name for yourself is a very important part of being a drag queen. Your name will help establish your characters brand, as well as inform people as to the type of drag queen you are working to become. You will want to take a little time to chose a name, if you don’t already have an amazing name in mind. Look around at other drag queens and see what names they chose and why they chose them. There is a list of some great ones below. Try some names on for size the first few times you get into drag. Play around with the Drag Queen Name Generators (see below). Ask your friends what they think of your favorite names. If you have drag queen friends, ask them for suggestions. You can always change your drag queen name a few times at the start, but once you’ve established a brand using a name you love, it’ll be harder to change it and maintain your brand.
To start, let’s look at some amazing examples of drag queen names. Below are some examples of great names for drag queens. These queens used humor and made statements with their names.
Amanda Reckonwith
Barbara Seville
For 20 years, Richard Stevens has entertained Arizona audiences as Barbra Seville, a sassy drag queen known for her comedy, glamour, and impersonations of icons like Bette Midler and Joan Rivers. This diverse performer delights guests at events from weddings to bachelorette parties, in addition to hosting weekly shows in Phoenix. Passionate about giving back, Seville participates in fundraisers like the annual AIDS Walk while also pursuing the title of Miss Gay America, a 40-year-old national competition with a $10,000 cash prize. Between the glittering gowns and quick wit, Barbra Seville continues to be a vibrant part of the local LGBTQ+ community.
Crystal Decanter
Dixie Normous
Conor "Dixie Normous" is a professionally trained performer with over 20 years of experience. He began training at age 6 at prestigious institutions like the Sylvia Young Theatre School. He furthered his studies by graduating from The Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts and training in dance, acting, and singing at various performing arts schools across Dorset.
Conor has extensive experience working in pantomimes, having participated in over 15 productions locally and nationally over the years. He has worked alongside several renowned entertainers and celebrities on stage. In 2008, he successfully auditioned for a West End mini tour called "West End at Home," allowing him to work with Earl Carpenter, Jenna Lee James, and Amanda Holden.
Conor currently performs in drag under the name "Dixie Normous." As Dixie, he has held residencies across the UK and won the Euro Drag Competition Wales/England Heat. He has helped raise over £20,000 for various charities through his drag performances.
Hedda Lettuce
Hedda Lettuce is the drag persona of Steven Polito, an American drag queen, comedian, and singer based in New York City. Polito debuted the Hedda Lettuce character in 1991 and she has since appeared in various television shows, films, and web series. Some of Lettuce's notable appearances include MTV, Comedy Central, The People's Court, Sex and the City, To Wong Foo Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar, Ugly Betty, and Queens of Drag: NYC. Lettuce is known for her comedic style and vivacious personality. She got her start performing in drag bars in Greenwich Village and was mentored by fellow NYC drag queen Lypsinka early in her career. In addition to entertainment, Lettuce has used her platform to support LGBTQ causes like Queer Nation.
Miranda Wrights
Lauren Order
Paige Turner
Paige Turner is a popular New York City drag queen known for her outrageous, Barbie-meets-Pee-wee Herman persona and comedic cabaret shows. She's a two-time Glam Award winner who created and hosted the live reality drag competition "So You Think You Can Drag" for eight years. Turner headlines concerts and tours internationally, has been featured on Bravo's "Watch What Happens Live," and she performs her one-woman show in Provincetown during the summer. She's recognized as a drag staple in NYC and a favorite performer on Atlantis gay cruise lines.
Patti O’Furniture
Rhoda Dendron
Shelita Baby
Sutton Lee Seymour
Sutton Lee Seymour is a New York City drag queen known for her insatiable appetite for entertainment and over-the-top performances. With glittering costumes, flawless makeup, and vocal talent, she parodies pop songs and Broadway show tunes to create raucous comedy and chaos. Seymour currently stars in her show "Broadway Barbie" in which she brings to life Barbie taking on Broadway. She's held residencies in Provincetown, Puerto Vallarta, and performs frequently with Atlantis Events gay cruise lines. Critics praise Seymour as a top drag performer for her theater background, seasoned comedic wit, and skill in engaging audiences. She's recognized for shows with mass appeal that offer non-stop hilarity.
Tasha Salad
Wilma Titzgro
Brainstorming Name Ideas
When starting to brainstorm drag names, look at your influences, interests, and personality traits for inspiration. Are there any pop culture icons you want to pay homage to with your name? Any favorite fashion designers or musical divas? If you have ethnic heritage you want to celebrate, research name meanings from that culture. You can also look at your own name and play with variations. Take a look at a list of other drag queens’ names for inspiration as well.
Drag Queen Name Generator
If you really get stuck, try one of the online drag queen name generators for inspiration. There are many of them out there. Here are a few:
Fantasy Name Generator’s Drag Queen Name Generator
CalculatorWise's drag queen name generator
The Story Shack's drag queen name generator
Elf Names' drag queen name generator
Choosing a Meaningful Name
While you want a name that pops, you also want it to have personal significance. Your drag name represents you, so think about names with meanings that resonate. For example, if you want to project confidence, look for names meaning “victorious” or “bold.” If you want to be sultry and mysterious, “luna” or “ midnight” are atmospheric options. Choose something with deeper meaning to you.
Making it Memorable
Once you have name ideas, make sure they are catchy and memorable. Alliteration, rhymes, and puns are great techniques. Short, punchy names with emphasis on the first syllable tend to stand out. Play with interesting word combinations and variations on popular names. The more unique and catchy, the better. Remember, people love a good double entendre, but think of your audience as well. You probably don’t want a name your audience can’t repeat in front of other people.
Testing it Out
Don't just choose a name in your head - try it out! Tell some friends and introduce yourself with the name to see how it feels. Write it down and say it out loud. Create social media profiles with the name and see how you like it representing you online. It's important to make sure it aligns with your personal brand before officially making it your drag name.
Choosing a drag queen name takes creativity and self-reflection. Brainstorm meaningful ideas inspired by your passions and background. Make sure the name is memorable and catchy, with emphasis on the first syllable. Test out the name to ensure it aligns with your drag persona. With a phenomenal name that represents you, you'll be ready to slay the stage!
—This article was written, restructured, or adapted by Russell with information gathered from sources around the internet. Russell is the producer of Amber Live and is greatly overworked to pull it all together. If it’s on the internet, it must be true. (We’re kidding.) BUT, if you find any errors or omissions in the article, please let us know so that we may correct the issue. Thanks for your support!
