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Modrinth · Minecraft mod
Random Entity Names
Gives every mob its own random name that appears above its head.
Choose a version Pick your version below, then grab the matching file.
Quick answer
Which Random Entity Names release matches 26.2 Forge?
Best match for your filters 1.0.0
Game version 26.1, 26.1.1, 26.1.2
Loader Forge
Random Entity Names 1.0.0 targets 26.1, 26.1.1, 26.1.2 with Forge. It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is Random Entity Names required on the client, server, or both?
It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server.
Client Required
Dedicated server Not supported
Loader for this release Forge
Required install it here Optional supported, not mandatory Not supported do not install here Source doesn’t say do not assume
This file is marked client-only.
What else does Random Entity Names 1.0.0 need?
1.0.0 on 26.2 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 1.0.0 on 26.2 Forge. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use 1.0.0. 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
It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside 1.0.0. 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 Modrinth.
Pick your setup
Random Entity Names by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
Minecraft version
26.1.2
3 loader buildsMinecraft version
26.1.1
3 loader buildsMinecraft version
26.1
3 loader buildsMinecraft version
1.21.1
2 loader buildsMinecraft version
1.20.6
2 loader buildsMinecraft version
1.20.5
2 loader buildsMinecraft version
1.20.4
2 loader buildsMinecraft version
1.20.3
2 loader buildsMinecraft version
1.20.2
2 loader buildsMinecraft version
1.20.1
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
1.0.0
random_entity_names-forge-1.0.0.jar
30 Jul 2026
Client Required Server Not supported Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 26.2 · Forge setup 26.126.1.126.1.226.2 release
Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.
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