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If you’re looking for a great name for your new caterpillar, look no further!
We’ve collected over 459 of the best male and female names for caterpillars.
Whether you’re looking for something traditional or unique, we’ve got you covered.
So get ready to find the perfect caterpillar name for your new little friend!
Best Caterpillar Names
What’s the best name you could have for a caterpillar pet?
Well, we have a combination of great famous names, great human names, and more below for you to choose from;
- Ahana
- Alfie
- Amore
- Balboa
- Beast
- Bob
- Bobby
- Boomer
- Buddy
- Bug-a-boo
- Bumber Clap
- Buttercup
- Butterfly
- Casper
- Caspian
- Cata
- Catalina
- Cater
- Caterina
- Caterpipa
- Chaos
- Charlie
- Cheeto Puff
- Chunky
- Chunky Joe
- Coconut
- Cody
- Connie
- Connoirr
- Cuddles
- Cuddly
- D. Chudds
- Dexy
- Doobie
- Eddie
- Eddy
- Erza
- Fluffy
- Foster
- Fruity
- Georgie
- Ginny
- Goo Goo
- Gunner
- Henry
- Hope
- Inch
- Jeff
- JJ
- Joe
- Joey
- JoJo
- Kate
- Katie
- Kim
- King
- Kisses
- Laurence
- Leafy
- Lightning
- Lizz
- Lucky
- Lulu
- Macho
- Magestic George
- Maijo
- Maya
- Mello
- Mia
- Missilky
- Mr. Yellow
- Mr/Mrs. Crawler
- Munchkin
- Nayana
- Nibbles
- Oscar
- Otto
- Pingu
- Pinky
- Ralph Lauren
- Ray
- Roxy
- Snake
- Special Agent Crawlington
- Stepahanie Reannan
- Strawberry
- Theo
- Tommo
- Twiggy
- Uke
- Wally
- Wellington
- Williow
- Winny
- Wormy
- Zimba
Names For A Female Caterpillar
You can tell a male from a female caterpillar by looking at their abdomen.
Since females carry eggs, they tend to have a fatter abdomen. Their wings are also bigger.
You can find names representative of those differences and other good feminine names below;
- Alexa
- Aria
- Beauty
- Beth
- Briana
- Camilla
- Celeste
- Cora
- Grace
- Hannah
- Isla
- Ivy
- Jessie
- Maddison
- Mary
- Nala
- Paisley
- Piper
- Sandra
- Sandy
- Skyla
- Susan
- Susie
Names For A Male Caterpillar
Is your caterpillar pet male?
Well, you can select any of our masculine names below;
- Aiden
- Amos
- Andre
- Benjamin
- Billy
- Bruce
- Carter
- Dominic
- Don
- Ferdinand
- Freddie
- Gary
- Ian
- Joey
- Kalon
- King
- Kobie
- Liam
- Logan
- Mason
- Mike
- Mr Fatty
- Nate
- Nico
- Oscar
- Pat
- Roland
- Vinny
- William
Unisex Names for Caterpillars
Since it’s a challenge for many when identifying a caterpillar’s gender, a gender-neutral name can work perfectly.
We have some good unisex names for your caterpillar below;
- Andy
- Angel
- Beautiful
- Cat
- Cater
- Dusty
- Eater
- Fly
- Leo
- Pupa
- Wormy
Cute Names for Caterpillars
Caterpillars become butterflies which is a cute transformation.
If you want a good pet name that represents the lovely aspects of a caterpillar, from the transformation to the colors, etc., consider the cute names below;
- Abby
- Amber
- Angel
- Apple
- Ash
- Baby
- Bear
- Bee
- Bella
- Biscuit
- Bubbles
- Captain
- Cheeky
- Coffee
- Cookie
- Cuddles
- Cupcake
- Dawn
- Daya
- Dexy
- Dinky
- Erza
- Ethan
- Eva
- Fiona
- Fitch
- Flower
- Frankie
- Freddy
- Glitter
- Goo Goo
- Harley
- Jaimy
- Jasper
- Jeremy
- Jonathan
- Jones
- Kate
- Lemon
- Lily
- Lizz
- Love
- Luna
- Macho
- Maya
- Mia
- Munchkin
- Nayana
- Nibbles
- Nick
- Oreo
- Peaches
- Pearl
- Pie
- Pingu
- Pinkie
- Pixie
- Princess
- Puffy
- Rainbow
- Rose
- Rover
- Roxy
- Sage
- Sparkles
- Squirt
- Star
- Sugar
- Sunshine
- Sweetie
- Teddy
- Terry
- Tessie
- Tiky
- Tiny
- Twiggy
- Uke
- Unicorn
- Winny
Good Names for Caterpillars
Some pet caterpillar owners may simply be out looking for normal names.
If that’s you, we have some satisfactory names below, touching in places, names of people, wordplay, and more.
- Ahana
- Amore
- Anchor
- Aspen
- Avocado
- Balboa
- Beast
- Blossom
- Bob
- Buddy
- Callie
- Chippy
- Chunky
- Chunky Joe
- Cleo
- Coffee
- Cucumber
- Cuddly
- Dexy
- Diva
- Doobie
- Ducky
- Eddy
- Elsa
- Erza
- Ethan
- Fifi
- Fin
- Fiona
- Fitch
- Fluffy
- Foster
- Fruity
- Gus
- Hallie
- Henry
- Hope
- Jack
- Jaimy
- Jeff
- Jimmy
- Joe
- John
- Kate
- King
- Leafy
- Lime
- Lizz
- Lucky
- Lulu
- Macho
- Maijo
- Maya
- Mia
- Mink
- Mr. Bamboo
- Mr. Yellow
- Munchkin
- Nayana
- Nibbles
- Pandora
- Pepper
- Pepsi
- Pingu
- Pinky
- Pluto
- Ray
- Roxy
- Ruby
- Sage
- Silky
- Sol
- Spud
- Stallion
- Thor
- Tiny
- Uke
- Wiggles
- Winny
- Zimba
- Zipper
Funny Caterpillar Names
Pet naming can be a fun affair.
We have some funny suggestions below for your consideration;
- Boogieman
- Bubbles
- Bug a boo
- Catapillow
- Caterpie
- Caterpipi
- Cheetoh Puff
- Cheeto puff
- Chubby
- Dr. Strange
- Dumpy
- Fat Bob
- Flabby
- Flash
- Foody
- Jellybean
- Kaci-Jay
- Mr. Chub Chub
- Mr. Sponge
- Ms. Fatty
- Plump
- Puffy Peaches
- Squishy
- Thiccy smalls
- Wally
Cool Names for Caterpillars
We have cool actor names and other cool things to name after your caterpillar below;
- Ace
- Balboa
- Bond
- Boomer
- Brad
- Bruce
- Captain
- Denver
- Dom
- Harley
- Hobbes
- Iggy
- Letty
- Mr. Wayne
- Queen
- Robin
- Rock
- Rocky
- Rover
- Shaw
- Thor
- Tony
- Torretto
- Vision
Unique Names For Caterpillars
You can use history, mythology, translations, and other unique factors as a basis for generating unique names.
Here are some unique names to consider;
- Alcestis
- Ariadne
- Bhim
- Brutus
- Chompin
- Clotho
- Columbus
- Electra
- Gaia
- Hecuba
- Hercules
- Ismene
- Lo
- Medea
- Nereid
- Rhea
- Tethys
- Urania
- Venus
- Zeus
Names Of Famous Caterpillars
Caterpillars have been featured in cartoons, mythology, history, and many other places.
We have compiled some famous caterpillars you can name your pet caterpillar after.
- Alcestis
- Ariadne
- Bhim
- Brutus
- Caterpillar
- Chompin
- Clotho
- Colin the Caterpillar
- Columbus
- Electra
- Gaia
- Hecuba
- Hercules
- Hermie
- Ismene
- Katy
- Lo
- Medea
- Nereid
- Red
- Rhea
- Sperk
- Squeaks
- Tethys
- Urania
- Venus
- Wormie
- Yellow
- Zeus
Names For a Green Caterpillar
Your green caterpillar deserves a “green name”.
We have some suggestions that include common green things, including green caterpillar foods;
- Bean
- Broccoli
- Bud
- Cloverleaf
- Emerald
- Forest
- Frog
- Grass
- Green
- Green Apple
- Green Leaf
- Kiwi
- Lime
- Mint
- Olive
Names For a Blue Caterpillar
If you pet a blue caterpillar, his/her color will definitely stand out from other physical attributes.
We have some “blue names” for your consideration;
- Azure
- Blue
- Blueberry
- blue ivy
- Curacao
- Indigo
- Midnight Blue
- Sapphire
- Sky
- Smurf
Names For a Yellow Caterpillar
Yellow caterpillars are common in North America.
We have some good color representative names in case you pet one;
- Amber
- Banana
- Daisy
- Honey
- Lemon
- Sun
- Sunflower
- Yellow
Names For a Black Caterpillar
Most black caterpillars tend to be very hairy.
You can name them along these traits and more;
- Black
- Blacky
- Coal
- Dark
- Granite
- Hairy
- Hairy Scary
- May black
- Night
- Suit
Help Choosing the Perfect Name
You’re not obligated to name your caterpillar after any of our suggestions above. If none of the above names excite you, consider some naming tips below. You can find perfect names by considering your caterpillar’s unique physical or behavioral traits. If he/she loves eating, you can use that as naming inspiration.
Pet names are also created through wordplay. Assuming you have a caterpillar that feeds all day, you can call him munchy bunchy. You could also corrupt their name or use short forms like cata or cater as an actual name. Your kids can also help in the naming process if you are getting the caterpillar for them. If you fancy some fresh new pet names for your caterpillar but don’t want to spend too much time, you can use blogoftom, a naming resource that simplifies naming immensely.
Conclusion
You can keep a caterpillar as an easy-to-maintain pet for your kids or for yourself if you love butterflies.
A caterpillar’s transformation is a beautiful process. What’s more, caterpillars don’t require tedious maintenance like dogs and cats. You simply need some plants to keep a couple of caterpillars and watch them transform into a butterfly or moth.
The above guide gives you hundreds of beautiful caterpillar names to consider. We have caterpillar name categories based on everything from gender to coolness and fame. If you aren’t looking for the most spectacular pet name, you’ll probably get a great name from the above. However, if you still need inspiration, you can use our naming inspiration tips above and consider the unique traits of your pet, seek name suggestions from your family, use wordplay, etc.
You could also visit blogoftom for some interesting fresh, new, and easy pet names.
Naming pets shouldn’t be challenging. Resources like blogoftom make the process fun, simple, and fast. Get suggestions, meanings, and more. Pick a great name and focus on what matters most – caring for your pet and enjoying their presence.
FAQs
What is the name of the caterpillar in Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland?
Absalom
What is the name of the caterpillar in A Bugs Life?
Heimlich