150+ Cute and Clever Names for Your Pet Lizard

Lizards—you either love them or hate them, but the reality is that many people keep them as pets. Let's face it: They make good pets despite the fact that they may not be much fun to feed, they are quiet, clean, not too large, and fascinating to observe.

If you are thinking about getting one, do your research. Not every lizard makes a good pet. If you already have one, then you probably need a name. Like other animals, they have distinct personalities, so observe your new buddy before picking out that perfect one.

Here are over 150 fun names for you to think about. The list is broken down by:

• Cute ones
• Funny ones
• Famous ones
• Names inspired by dragons
• Names based on their characteristics
• Godzilla movie characters
• Names inspired by dinosaurs
• Reptilian humanoid characters

Good luck naming your new buddy!

Even though they may not be super cuddly, you have to admit that most lizards are pretty cute and they deserve a name to match that charm.

If you think your new scaly friend should have a sweet name, then look no further than this list.

If you have a good sense of humor or your new buddy makes you laugh, then maybe a funny name is a good fit.

Whether the name is based on an inside joke that only a few people will get or a silly sounding name, these choices are sure to get anyone smiling.

Do you think your lizard is a star? Then it probably deserves to be named after one. There are plenty of famous lizards out there.

Admittedly, some of these aren't really lizards but they look like one, so they might make a good choice.

I don't know about you, but dragons look like lizards to me, so what better name than a dragon one. Just check out animated movies or mythology and you'll find loads to choose from. Here are some ideas to get you started.

Lizards have unique characteristics and they are fascinating to watch. Observe your new friend for a while and all sorts of traits will pop out. One of them may just inspire that perfect name.

The ultimate lizard, Godzilla, is the man. While he may not exactly be a lizard, watch any of the movies and you'll see a resemblance. You'll also see loads of other characters that look like lizards. Maybe a name like this will inspire you.

Look at any lizard closely and it may remind you of a dinosaur. They really do look like something out of prehistoric times. Check out some movies set in that time period, and you'll find that lizards were often filmed up close so they looked like dinosaurs. What could be more fitting than a name inspired by one?

If you are a science fiction fan, then you've probably seen many lizard-like creatures that speak and seem almost human. These types of characters can be found in comics, movies, and television, and if you like them, then why not pay tribute by naming your lizard after one of them.

It's not always easy choosing a name for a new pet. Take your time picking out the right one and when you've decided, I'm sure it will be just perfect for your scaly sidekick.

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