Best Squirrel Names: 400+ Ideas for Your Fuzzy Friend

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Every Good Squirrel Needs a Good Name

Squirrels are small to medium-sized rodents, and they're very cute. We might see them in our yards, often climbing trees or staring inquisitively back at us. It’s fun to watch their antics!

Can You Have a Squirrel as a Pet?

While it is not easy to domesticate squirrels, many people do keep them as pets. You need to be well-acquainted with the squirrel to ensure it is not scared of you or disturbed by your presence.

If you do have a pet squirrel, you need a name for it! Of course, you can also name the wild squirrels that visit your home—maybe you want to greet them by name when you see them playing peek-a-boo in your windows and digging up your garden. There are lots of name options for squirrels, from cute names like Chippy to funny names like Beast.

How to Come Up With a Name for Your Squirrel

The best way to get started is by observing squirrels. Every squirrel has a unique personality and a distinctive character. By watching your squirrel closely, you can find inspiration for a thoughtful name that really suits it. A name that is short, snappy, catchy, and even a little quirky is a good choice, since it'll be easy to say and to remember.

Whether you're naming your pet squirrel, a squirrel in your garden, or the nosy little squirrel eavesdropping at your window, choosing a memorable name that matches the squirrel’s personality is ideal.

400+ Good Names for Squirrels

The list below showcases a diverse collection of squirrel names. It includes cute names, macho names, female names, and creative names you can use for your bushy-tailed friend.

Cute Squirrel Names

Macho Names for Tough Boy and Girl Squirrels

Female Names for Squirrels

Creative Names for Squirrels

Do Squirrels Recognize Their Names?

When you are well-acquainted with a squirrel and you call it by name, it may respond by waving its tail or chirping. Squirrels may also produce a barking sound. The squirrel may use any of these three forms of communication when you call it by name, depending on how comfortable it is with you. See the video below to hear what it sounds like when a squirrel chirps and barks!

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Comments

Belky on July 26, 2020:

I think it's a rare name

I'm also having a cute squirrel

Remmi on July 25, 2020:

I have a squirrel he fell off the tree he was about 2-3weeks old noe a year later he is doing great

MAGGGIEEE12345 on June 29, 2020:

If professional squirrel namer was a thing, it would be my dream job. Because no offense but I just don't like these names. What about Parmesean, Jelly, PB, or Marshmello? Just a few.

Riley on May 13, 2020:

How do you get them to let you pet them

squirrel on May 13, 2020:

so cute!

Stan on March 30, 2020:

Duke or ramsey im leaning on duke

Susan on March 01, 2020:

Thanks for a great couple of lists. I figured I need to stop calling the squirrel in our yard, that we have fed for 4 mos. or more and now medicating (ivermectin), Mr. Squirrel. I chose "Remi" and see from googling, it is unisex so, perfect!

Minnie on December 11, 2019:

I liked the variety if names you came up with

Mickey on October 13, 2019:

Because it is very cute