CurseForge · Minecraft mod
Random Entity Names
Gives every mob its own random name that appears above its head.
Quick answer
Which Random Entity Names release matches 26.1 Forge?
Random Entity Names 1.0 targets 26.1, 26.1.1, 26.1.2 with Forge. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is Random Entity Names required on the client, server, or both?
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.
What else does Random Entity Names 1.0 need?
Random Entity Names 1.0 on 26.1 Forge. Every mod below is checked against that same setup.
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
This file does not list any required or optional mods.
Before you install it
Add Random Entity Names without breaking your instance.
Built for Random Entity Names 1.0 on 26.1 Forge. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use Random Entity Names 1.0. It targets 26.1, 26.1.1, 26.1.2 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
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Put it on the correct side
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside Random Entity Names 1.0. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Random Entity Names add?
Gives every mob its own random name that appears above its head.

Each mob keeps its name, so the world feels more alive and personal.
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Random Entity Names by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
26.1.2
3 loader builds26.1.1
3 loader builds26.1
3 loader builds1.21.1
2 loader builds1.20.1
3 loader buildsCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Random Entity Names versions and loaders
Random Entity Names 1.0
random_entity_names-forge-1.0.0.jar
25 Jul 2026
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.