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Below is a list of names that might be recognized by Codsworth that he might be able to say in-game.[1][2]

  • Note: If you find a name that works, please add it to the list below in alphabetical order. Likewise, if you find a name below that does not work please remove it from the list.
  • Note: This seems to only work in the English version (As well as any other localized version based on the English version, e.g. Traditional Chinese and Russian). In the German, French and presumably other versions, the subtitles show your chosen name, but Codsworth will not say it.
  • Note: Some names listed may not work.

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What is the significance of the names Codsworth can say in Fallout 4? toggle section
Codsworth in Fallout 4 can articulate a range of names from a specific list, including those from pop culture, Fallout 4 developers, and real-world personalities. He can also merge names if they're on his list. If a name isn't recognized, he'll use a part that is listed. Additionally, Codsworth can use inappropriate or vulgar names for the player.
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In Fallout 4, the list of names Codsworth can say enriches player engagement. Codsworth can identify and pronounce a range of names, addressing the player by their selected name if it's listed. If a name isn't recognized, Codsworth will utilize a part of the name that is listed. Codsworth also has the capacity to merge recognized names when spoken. The list comprises names from diverse pop culture media works and Fallout 4 developers. Codsworth can even address the player by unsuitable or crude names.
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In Fallout 4, Codsworth's name recognition and pronunciation abilities vary with the game's language version. He can pronounce many names in the English version and its derivatives, like Traditional Chinese and Russian. However, in versions like German and French, Codsworth doesn't vocalize the chosen name, although it appears in subtitles.
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Known names[]

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Combined names[]

Codsworth is capable of recognizing many of the names above and combining them when spoken. However, there are some he is not able to recognize and repeat, such as John Doe. He will, however, call a character by name as long as there is one part on the list. For example, if your character were named Cpt. Richard Ravager III; Codsworth will recognize Richard and refer to you as Mr. Richard. He seems to prefer calling a character by their last name, if recognized.

Notes[]

  • Codsworth can call the player by inappropriate, vulgar names.
  • The names Shaun, Shawn, Siôn or other variations thereof are absent from this list; even considering the name of the in-game infant. Sean is present in the list, possibly added in a patch.[citation needed]
  • On July 5, 2016, Bethesda added 300 new names to Codsworth's vocabulary.[3]

Behind the scenes[]

Many of Codsworth's recognized names are references to various pop culture media works and/or Fallout 4 developers and related real-world figures. References can be found on the Fallout 4 cultural references page.

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