Elder Futhark Rune Keyboard

Looking for a way to write in runes or explore the Elder Futhark alphabet?

This virtual rune keyboard lets you click and build words or phrases using the ancient symbols. Each rune shows its phonetic sound and traditional meaning—perfect for learning, creating bindrunes, or just for fun.

You can even copy and paste the runes anywhere: use them in social media bios, usernames, spellwork, or wherever a little runic magic belongs.

One thing to keep in mind: this generator doesn’t translate phonetically. That means if you type in an English word—like phone—you won’t get the correct runes unless you've already broken the word down into its actual sounds.

For example, the correct phonetic runes for phone would be Fehu, Othala, Nauthiz (F–O–N), but the generator would give you Perthro, Hagalaz, Othala, Nauthiz, Eihwaz—because it's translating visually, not phonetically.

This issue mostly affects modern English, especially American English, which doesn’t share the same sound values as the Germanic languages the Elder Futhark comes from.

If you're working with Old Norse, German, Swedish, or Icelandic, you'll likely get a much closer match, since the sound-letter connection is more consistent.

If you're serious about getting it right—and want a full breakdown of each rune’s phonetic value and pronunciation—click the button below to head over to the Rune Phonetics page. It'll teach you how to use this generator the right way.

For casual use though, this is a fast and fun way to copy rune text and paste it wherever you want—bios, usernames, spellwork, tattoos, whatever suits your vibe.

This tool is here anytime you want to connect with the runes—whether you’re spelling your name, writing a sigil, or just messing around with Old Norse vibes.

Keep it bookmarked, share it with your coven, and if you’re looking for handcrafted jewelry inspired by these very runes… you know where to find me.