165 Funny Names for Squirrels Perfect for Pet Squirrels

When you think of a domesticated pet, a squirrel usually doesn’t come to mind. However, many people have or are thinking about getting a squirrel as a pet. That’s why I’ve put together this huge list of funny names for squirrels, to help you name your unique pet.

If you don’t see any funny names you like, head on over to our database of squirrel names for more ideas to help you come up with something you like.

Funny Names for Squirrels

Below you’ll find funny theme-inspired names from foods, hobbies, other pet names, etc. Squirrel names are not commonly found online like dog or cat names. But it doesn’t mean that your furry rodent pet doesn’t deserve the perfect name.

After all, squirrels live long lives and you’re going to want to give them a name you’ll be happy with. Like other domesticated pets, there are no rules for naming a squirrel. As long as you like the name and your little guy or gal listens to it, then you’ve found the perfect name.

Funny Girl Squirrel Names

If you’ve rescued a female squirrel, you’re likely looking for sweet feminine names. Although, if you have a rowdy girl squirrel that loves getting into everything, you may be looking for a funny feminine name that clearly lets people know she’s one of a kind.

Below are some of the most hilarious names for a female squirrel. These names are inspired from human, food, exotic pet, places, and things.

Hilarious Male Squirrel Names

If you have a male squirrel, you’ll likely want a funny name that clearly states I’m a macho boy and proud of it. There are several adorable names for an adorable male, and we’ve rounded up 50 of our top favorites.

Adorable Funny Squirrel Names

Squirrels are small and adorable, therefore they deserve a cute name. Below are some of the cutest names that will make you smile. Every time you call your pet squirrel by the name, it’ll make you smile, because these names are often associated with other types of domesticated animals.

• Chloe
• Brea
• Arnie
• Annabelle
• Daisy
• June
• Cecily
• Gracie
• Bailey
• Scarlet
• Quinn
• Xael
• Zoe
• Yvette
• Viola
• Dax
• Emerson
• Ford
• Dylan
• Bentley

Words That Mean Funny

Can’t come up with anything funny, then consider naming after a name or synonym that means funny. I’ve rounded up over 20 words that mean funny, silly, hilarious that would work well as a name.

• Reckless
• Rash
• Witty
• Idiotic
• Foolish
• Waggish
• Droll
• Hysterical
• Cackle
• Giggle
• Horseplay
• Prank
• High Spirited
• Amusing
• Ludicrous
• Playful
• Joking
• Risible
• Sportive
• Slapstick

You can even use the thesaurus to come up with more ideas. If you don’t want to use synonyms, then you can even try words that names that rhyme with the word funny.

Funny Pandemic Names for Your Pet Squirrel

The world has changed a lot in just the last year. More people are getting pets (even squirrels) because they are spending more time at home. If you’ve rescued, bought, or just happened to get a pet squirrel during this crazy time, consider some of these funny pandemic and quarantine names.

These names will work for both boys and girls, and some of them can be considered unisex.

• Hugger
• Hoarder – we all know squirrels love hoarding things
• Merlot – because who hasn’t needed more during this whole ordeal?
• Charmin – due to the lack of toilet paper
• Fauci – Dr. Fauci
• Stud – short for study since kids are being homeschooled
• Zoom
• Facetime
• Netflix – We all spent more time binge-watching our favorite shows
• Vax – short for vaccine

Funny Food Squirrel Names

Wild squirrels are foragers and opportunistic feeders. Just because your squirrel is no longer living in the wild, doesn’t mean that he won’t still love eating. The foraging behavior is a part of their DNA. It’s not unusual to see a video of a pet squirrel stashing or eating human foods of all kinds.

That’s why I think some of these funny food names would work perfectly for your furry pet. These names can be used as a name or as a nickname.

Food Name	Food
Snap	sugar snap peas
Split	banana split
Jerky	jerky chicken
Jelly	jelly rolls
Fish	fish balls
Spam	mystery meat
Ghetti	Spaghetti
Shrimp
Chop	pork chop
Angus
Frito
Gumbo
Kiwi
Dumpling	savory ball of dough
Java	coffee

Funny Nut Names for Squirrels

These funny nut names for squirrels are perfect if you need some inspiration for a name for your pet.

Here are some funny nut names you could give your squirrel. You could use them as a nickname or as their official name. However you choose to use them, these names will make you smile whenever you call out to them!

Final Word

Hopefully, this huge list of hilarious names for squirrels makes you realize how easy it is to name your pet. Even though squirrels are not normal domesticated pets, it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t give them a name.

Like other pets, you can give your squirrel any type of name. You can even give them a human name, if you choose.

While I don’t advocate having a pet squirrel, I know how popular they are and how many people want one. Before getting one, it’s important to check the rules and regulations in your state. If you do decide to get one, good luck with giving it a name and hopefully, this list helps get more creative ideas flowing.

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