10 Fonts That are Perfect for a House Name Plate

Written by: Nimish Adani

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Our font guide for name-plates


Choosing the perfect font for a house nameplate can be a daunting task. Your nameplate is the first thing people see when they come to your house, and it should speak volumes about you and your family. It's essential to choose a font that is legible, elegant, and memorable. In this article, we'll be looking at ten fonts that are perfect for a house name plate.

1. Futura

Futura is a font that has been around for nearly 100 years, yet it still remains as relevant and popular as ever. Designed by Paul Renner in 1927, Futura was initially created as a response to the overly decorative and ornate fonts of the time. Renner wanted to create a font that was simple, functional, and easy to read.


Today, Futura is widely used in a variety of applications. From advertising and branding to name-plates and address signs, it's a font that has stood the test of time. Its clean lines and geometric shapes give it a modern and futuristic feel that is perfect for conveying a sense of sophistication and professionalism.


Another interesting fact about Futura is its association with the Bauhaus movement. Renner was a member of the Bauhaus school, which was known for its emphasis on functional design and the use of modern materials. Futura's clean and simple design reflects these principles and has made it a favorite of designers who value simplicity and minimalism.

Futura (typeface)
Image from ​​Wikipedia

2. Vidaloka

If you're looking for a font that is elegant and stylish, Vidaloka is an excellent choice. It's a serif font that looks great on a house nameplate. Vidaloka has a classic feel to it and is perfect for traditional-style homes. It's also easy to read, so even from a distance, people can make out the nameplate.


Named after a Brazilian city, Vidaloka is a font that exudes a sense of warmth and friendliness. It was designed by Cyreal, a type foundry that specializes in creating fonts that are both aesthetically pleasing and highly functional. Vidaloka is no exception, as it combines the best of both worlds.


One of the things that sets Vidaloka apart from other serif fonts is its unique shape. The letters are slightly condensed, giving them a more modern look, while still maintaining the classic feel of a serif font. This makes Vidaloka a great choice for homeowners who want to add a touch of sophistication to their nameplate, without sacrificing readability.

Vidaloka (typeface)
Image from Font Squirrel​​

3. ITC Anna

The typeface ITC Anna was created by Daniel Pelavin and he first used it for his wedding invitation. He later reused the font in the birth announcement of his child, Anna, also lending the font its current name.


The font's simple geometric forms and proportions create a stylish appearance appropriate for a name-plate for a modern home.

Name Plate using the ITC Anna font
Rectanglica - Stainless Steel Name Plate​​

4. Century Gothic

Century Gothic is is a digital sans-serif typeface in the geometric style that was released by Monotype Imaging in 1991.


Like Futura, it is a versatile font that looks great on just about anything. It's bold and easy to read, making it perfect for a house nameplate. While it has a modern feel to it, Century Gothic can also look great in a traditional setting.

Century Gothic (typeface)
Image from Wikipedia​​

5. Marcellus

Marcellus (and Marcellus SC) is a flared serif typeface that draws inspiration from ancient Roman inscriptions. If you're looking for a font that is both elegant and traditional, Marcellus is an excellent choice. The lettering is bold and easy to read, making it perfect for a house or desk nameplate.

Desk Name Plate using the Marcellus font
Excelus Office Desk Name Plate - Doctor​​

6. Gabriela

Gabriela is a font that is perfect for a house nameplate if you're looking for something that is feminine and delicate. It's a serif typeface with soft shapes, and special terminal forms which are shaped like curls. Gabriela is ideal for a home that has a soft and romantic feel to it.

Name-plate using the Gabriela font
Nazakat - Steel Name Plate​​

7. Trajan

Trajan is a font that exudes elegance and luxury. It's a serif font that has a classic and timeless design, making it perfect for a traditional home. No wonder that all the luxury hotels and resorts of the Taj Hotels employ the font in its logo and signages.


Trajan looks great on a house nameplate, and it's easy to read from a distance. 

Trajan (typeface)
Image from Wikipedia​​

8. Ananda Namaste

The Ananda Namaste font, designed by Nepalese type designer Ananda K. Maharjan in 2011, is inspired by the Devanagari script. This make it perfect for a home that has an artistic and artistic feel to it. 

Name-plate designed with the Ananda Namaste font
Warli - Stainless Steel Name Plate​​

9. Stardos Stencil

Stardos Stencil is a stencil font that has a rugged and industrial feel to it. It's a font that works well on a house nameplate for a home that has a more edgy and modern look to it.


The font works perfectly when you want the lettering to be laser cut on the name-plate.

House Sign using the Stardos Stencil font
River Road - Stainless Steel Name Plate​​

10. VanderHand

VanderHand is an extremely attractive handwritten (script) font. The font is loaded with ligatures - which means that it could easily pass for actual handwriting.


VanderHand was created with a felt-tip brush pen and so there are natural thick and thin parts in the lettering. The writing is upright with tightly fit characters.


This makes its perfect to fit long names on a house sign while lending it a unique ‘signature’ quality.

Name-plate using the VanderHand font
Signature - Stainless Steel Name Plate​​

Final Thoughts

Choosing the perfect font for your house nameplate can be a challenging task, but it's essential to get it right. Take the time to consider the style of your home and the impression you want to make. The ten fonts above are great options to consider, each with its unique qualities.