Creative ideas for your wedding table names
Have you already thought about what you will name the tables at your reception?
Choose the wedding table names is a perfect opportunity to customise the mise en place and tell something about yourself, your story or your passions.
Whether you opt for a romantic, witty, elegant or thematic style, giving each table a special name will make your guests' experience even more engaging (and memorable!).
Here is a collection of original, meaningful and customisable ideas for finding the perfect names for your wedding tables.
1. Places of the Heart
A classic that always wins.
Choose cities, towns or locations that have marked important milestones in your journey:
- Where you met
- The destination of our first trip together
- The place of the proposal
- Places you dream of visiting
Examples: Paris, Rome, Positano, Kyoto, Lisbon...
2. Flowers, Plants and Fragrances
Perfect for a romantic, boho or botanical wedding.
Each table can bear the name of a flower or plant, perhaps matching the centrepiece.
- Rose, Jasmine, Lavender
- Eucalyptus, Olive, Peony
- Magnolia, Camellia, Fern
Bonus: you can also add the symbolic meaning of each flower on the table marker.
3. Favourite Film, TV Series or Book
Ideal for cinephile couples or reading lovers.
Create a list of your favourite titles and match each table to one of them.
- “La La Land”, “Harry Potter”, “Lord of the Rings”.”
- “Friends,” “Stranger Things,” “The Crown”
- Titles of novels you love: “Pride and Prejudice”, “The Little Prince”...
4. Music, Songs and Artists
For a vibrant and full of rhythm reception, tables can bear the name:
- Of songs that represent you
- Favourite group or artist
- Of the wedding playlist tracks
Examples: “Perfect” - Ed Sheeran, “Viva la Vida” - Coldplay, “Volare” - Modugno
5. Emotions and Positive Words
A poetic and meaningful choice.
Each table carries a word that conveys an emotion or value:
- Love, Trust, Joy, Tenderness
- Adventure, Family, Wonder
- Dream, Union, Eternity
Perfect when combined with phrases or quotes in graphic co-ordinates.
6. Travel and Iconic Destinations
For couples who love to travel or who have a wish list to explore together.
- Capitals: London, Tokyo, Athens
- Islands: Santorini, Bali, Capri
- Exotic or symbolic locations: Safari, Desert, Forest, Ocean
Names can also be written in the local language for a chic touch!
7. Cocktails, Wines or Ingredients
For a wedding with a convivial and gourmet spirit.
You can use names of:
- Iconic cocktails: Mojito, Spritz, Negroni
- Italian wines: Barolo, Chianti, Vermentino
- Natural ingredients: Honey, Lemon, Cinnamon
A good choice if you also want to coordinate the drink list or themed place cards.
8. Constellations and Stars
Perfect for an evening, celestial or universe-inspired wedding.
- Orion, Andromeda, Cassiopeia
- Moon, Sun, Venus
- Galaxy, Comet, Aurora
Also beautiful for invitations with golden details and illustrated starry skies.
Practical tips for choosing table names
- Be consistent with the style of the wedding
- Avoid names that are too long or difficult to read
- Use coordinated graphics in the table cards and tableau
- Add a personal touch: explain the meaning behind each choice
Would you like customised and illustrated table names?
I can help you create customised table markers, graphically coordinated with your entire wedding design. From illustrations to symbolic words, together we will find the perfect idea for you!
Contact me to bring every table to life... in style.
Do you like the photos?
All the photos you see in the blog are photos of newlyweds who chose plumacreativa to take care of their wedding graphics, yours can be so beautiful too!
Photo: Andrea & Federica
