369+ Snake Names (BEST, Cute & Cool Ideas In 2023!)

Few creatures are as feared and admired as the snake.

From the fearsome Jormungander of Norse mythology to the brass serpent in the Old Testament, it’s no wonder why snakes are so widely celebrated in art, literature, and pop culture.

Whether you are naming a pet snake or creating a fictional world and need some snake inspiration, we have the perfect name for you!

Let’s dive in.

Best Snake Names

Nagini – Who can forget the dreaded companion of Lord Voldemort in Harry Potter? This name would work best for a large snake, like a boa constrictor or anaconda.
Jafaar – Named for the villain in Aladdin, would be great for a snake with a red and black color or pattern.
Kaa – Named for the giant anaconda in The Jungle Book who tries to make a meal out of young Mowgli.
Medusa – Named for the fearsome Gorgon in Greek mythology, a woman with hair of writhing snakes who could turn anyone who looked her way into stone!
Slytherin – For the most infamous of the four houses of Hogwarts in Harry Potter, with a serpent as its mascot.
Basilisk – Named for the legendary serpent king in European mythology that could turn its onlookers into stone with a single glance.
Jormungandr – Named for the famous snake in Norse mythology, also known as the Midgard Serpent who encircled the earth.
Hydra – In Greek mythology, was a multi-headed serpent who was almost impossible to kill.
Asuna
Eve – With its Biblical connotations, it’s no wonder why this would be a perfect name for a pet snake. Perhaps one who likes apple trees?
Arcada
Pandora – For the ill-fated woman in Greek mythology who unleashed all manner of evils upon the earth.
Jinx – This succinct name honors the snake’s symbolism in magic.
Vienna – Named for the city in Austria, with its plethora of arts and culture.
Congo – Who can go wrong with naming your exotic friend for a jungle nation?
Spot – Another great name for ball pythons, with their unusual patterns!
Tango – Named for the sensual dance, a great choice for orange snakes.
Bindi
Diablo
Rex – Meaning “king” in Latin, a great name for a male snake who rules the roost.
Zeus – The kingly name for the father of the Gods in Greek mythology.
India – A country with a high snake population, it is also the setting for The Jungle Book.
Petra
Mephistopheles – While this name is certainly a mouthful, it is an obscure name for the devil.
Sonny
Croc – For the snake’s reptilian cousin, not the polarizing footwear.
Ziggy – Who can forget the late, great David Bowie’s androgynous alter ego? Great for a snake with bright colors and patterns.
Jupiter
Terminator – A foreboding name for your large friend.
Opal – You can never go wrong with jewel names!
Naga
Allie – Short for “alligator,” a close cousin of snakes.
Amadeus – A great name for music lovers, after Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
Nessie – Isn’t the Loch Ness Monster a reptile?
Grace – Who can compete with the most graceful reptile in the animal kingdom?
Aurora – Meaning “dawn,” a beautiful name for a colorful female snake.
Lucifer – A straightforward name, referenced in the book of Genesis in the Bible, when the Devil appeared to Adam and Eve in the form of a serpent.
Hendrix
Genghis Khan – This fearsome warrior’s name would be a perfect fit for a large snake.
Belladonna
Dragon
Apollo
Beethoven – Who says this name can only be given to musicians and Saint Bernards?
Mars – Named for the planet, or for the Roman god of war. A great choice for a male snake.
Nero
Attila the Hun – A fierce name for your spirited companion.
Maui
Indiana Jones – Named for the intrepid explorer.
Drake – A name that means “dragon,” can also be after the famous rapper.
Nirvana – A spiritual name honoring the snake’s symbolism as wisdom and grace.
Odin
Thor

Good Names

When it comes to snake monikers, we know there are many factors to consider, such as personality, color, and pattern. In this section, we have compiled a list of 50 good snake names that are both unique and cute.

Apollo
Athena
Aztec
Basilisk
Casanova
Cobra
Dante
Eclipse
Fang
Gizmo
Houdini
Indigo
Jasmine
King
Lilith
Mamba
Nagini
Ophidian
Phoenix
Quasar
Raven
Sapphire
Titan
Ursula
Viper
Whisper
Xenon
Yin
Zeus
Amethyst
Bandit
Cersei
Dazzle
Ember
Forrest
Glitter
Hazel
Inferno
Jade
Karma
Loki
Midnight
Nova
Oracle
Pandora
Quicksilver
Rocket
Serenity
Twilight
Venus
Basilisk (A magical creature from Harry Potter)
Ophion
Sioux

Female Snake Names

Athena – Named for the Greek goddess of wisdom.
Ophelia – Named for the character in William Shakespeare’s famous tragedy, Hamlet.
Freya – The goddess of beauty and fertility in Norse mythology.
Princess – A royal moniker for your scaly girl!
Cersei – From the plotting queen in Game of Thrones.

Medusa
Venus
Amazon
Elektra
Luna
Aurora
Catalina
Dakota
Gin
Holly
India
Ivy
Kiki
Leia
Lillith
Margot
Minerva
Nessie
Penny
Rose
Saphire
Wren
Yara
Zara
Zelda
Cobra
BamBam
Cleopatra
Fuchsia
Lola
Lulu
Serpentina
Basil
Beatrix
Topaz
Bella
Arabelle
Buttercup
Lucy
Queenie
Cherry
Rosa
Lotus
Anemone
Izzy
Coriander
Wynona
Fern
Dolly
Opal
Eve
Nagini
Shiva
Ebony
Naga

Male Snake Names

Dagger
Archer
Rattles – This name doesn’t necessarily have to be given to a rattlesnake.
Caesar – Named for the ruthless Roman general with a tragic end.
Caligula – For the mad Roman emperor who appointed his horse a consul!
Fang – A popular and fierce name for a snake.
Viper – Another powerful name option.
Diablo – Devilish name that matches a snake’s sly nature.
Apollo – A strong name inspired by the Greek god.
Jafaar – Inspired by the villainous character in Aladdin.
Mars – Named after the Roman god of war.
Slytherin – A fun choice for Harry Potter fans.
Set – The Egyptian god associated with chaos and storms.
Jax – Short and simple yet stylish name.
Minerva – Despite being a goddess’s name, it works well for any snake species.
Dracula – A name that showcases a mysterious and dark side.
Godzilla – Perfect for giant snake species.
Hercules – A mighty name for a snake.
Loki – The name of the cunning Norse god.
Alpha – For a snake that loves to take charge.
Pattern – Name your snake based on its unique pattern.
Viper – A powerful name for dangerous and venomous snakes.
Fang – A popular and fierce name for a snake.
Whiskers – A cute and ironic name for a snake.
Slinky – A playful name likening your snake to a slinky toy.
Fluffy – A humorous name for a snake that’s anything but fluffy.
Sherlock – A clever name for a smart-looking snake.
Bandit – A snake name with a bit of an outlaw vibe.
Cobra Commander – Inspired by the G.I. Joe character.
Monty Python – A humorous name for fans of the British comedy group.
Gucci – For designer snakes with luxurious patterns.
Jungle Book – For snakes that love to slither through leaves and branches.
T-Rex – While not a snake, this dinosaur name can work for a mighty reptile.
Long John Slither – A fun, pirate-themed name for a snake.
Ouroboros – The serpent eating its own tail in ancient mythology.
Kaa – The hypnotic python from Rudyard Kipling’s Jungle Book.
Medusa – A powerful figure in Greek mythology with snakes for hair.
Leviathan – A sea monster name that can also work for a snake.
Quetzalcoatl – The snake-like, feathered serpent god from Aztec mythology.
Poseidon – The Greek god of the sea, a fitting name for a snake.
Riptide – A strong name for a snake that loves to swim.
River – A fluid name inspired by the winding waterways.
Blizzard – A cool name for a snake that loves the cold.
Wildfire – For a snake with vibrant and fiery patterns.
Cyclone – A name that conveys speed and agility for your snake.
Jafar – The snake from Aladdin
Sir Hiss

Unisex Names

As snake enthusiasts, we have compiled a list of 50 unisex snake monikers for your pet snake.

Alex
Ashley
Billie
Bobbie
Cameron
Devon
Drew
Fallon
Frankie
Jackie
Jamie
Jessie
Jordan
Noel
Quinn
Sacha
Sam
Taylor
Casey
Avery
Riley
Peyton
Morgan
Skye
Elliot
Jordan
Corey
Robin
Emerson
Adrian
Sydney
Dallas
Blake
Bailey
Dana
Hayden
Jess
Marley
Evan
Lane
Logan
Reese
Shiloh
Issy
Finley
Harley
Piper
River
Teagan
Tatum

Funny Names For Snakes (Including Puns)

Monty the Python
Spaghetti
William Snakespeare
Rumpled Snakeskin – For a fun twist, have your guests try and guess your pet’s name!
Julius Squeezer – This funny name is a clever twist on the name of a famous Roman general.

Unique Names For Pet Snakes

Looking for a name for your unique snake?

Try one of these:

Pistachio – A great fit for a green and brown patterned snake.
Ayla – Named for the protagonist in Jean Auel’s Clan of the Cave Bear.
Catalina – An exotic name that evokes calming, tropical waves.
Anemone
Myrtle – Snakes are, after all, a symbol of fertility and health in many parts of the world.

Cool Names For Snakes

Dart
Venom – Great for a pet viper. Just don’t tap the glass!
Cleopatra – A cruel twist of irony is that this famed Egyptian queen met her demise by snakebite.
Minerva
Ariadne – In Greek mythology, the human sister of the Minotaur who knew the way out of the labyrinth.
Coatlicue
Aztec
Quetzalcoatl

Cute Names For Snakes

Pretzel
Noodles
Cuddles – Great for ball pythons and their cuddly dispositions!
Curly – This name also doubles as a cowboy name.
Twister – Whether it’s referring to the game or the weather phenomenon, this is a great moniker for your pet snake.
Crawley
Slinky
Fluffy – An ironic cute name
Linguine
Nessie

Badass Names For Your Pet Snake

Voldemort – What can be more badass than naming your snake for the Dark Lord himself?
Khaleesi – A badass name for your scaly queen.
Harley Quinn – For the Joker’s unhinged girlfriend, great for a female snake.
Ghost – Perfect for a white snake, also pays homage to Jon Snow’s canine companion in Game of Thrones.
Seneca
Zmok (from Slavic mythology and folklore)
Nehebkau (the primordial snake god in ancient Egyptian mythology)
Beithir – Scottish Gaelic word for “serpent”

Catchy Names

In this section, we will explore a variety of catchy snake monikers to help you find the perfect one for your pet.

Noodles
Danger Noodle
William Snakespeare
Severus Snake
Nope Rope
Mr. Wiggles
Anakin
Apollo
Bowie
Buddy
Danger
Dante
Draco
Dude
Duff
Asmodeus
Godzilla
Nidhogg
Fabio
Fitz
Ghost
Harley
Hendrix
Jackson
Jax
Lennon
Lucifer
Mali
Mars
Mojo
Moss
Nigel
Nirvana
Pickle
Piglet
Romeo
Rufus
Sammy
Sigurd
Slyde
Zeke
Ziggy
Hissy Pants
Hisstopher Walken
Julia Squeezer
Kathiss Evergreen
Longboy
Monty the Python
Nofeet
Parhiss Hilton

Names For A Small Snake

Pipsqueak
Sir Hiss – After Prince John’s advisor in Disney’s classic Robin Hood.
Slinky
Baby – This name can also be an ironic moniker for a big snake.
Buttons

Names For a Big Snake

Stretch
The Incredibly Deadly Viper – Who doesn’t remember this enormous yet lovable serpent from Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events?
Egypt – An exotic name for your enormous companion.
Mouse – This ironic name would be a great fit for your pet.
Big Tex – A name for a snake as big as Texas.

Names That Mean Snake

Kaarmi – Finnish for “snake.”
Hebi – Means “snake” in Japanese.
Nahesa – Hawaiian for “snake.”
Slange – Danish for “snake.”
Anguis – Latin for “snake.”

Names For A Black Snake

Onyx – Named for a popular black stone.
Obsidian – Named for a popular black stone that is sharp like glass and commonly found near volcanic sites.
Raven
Midnight
Indigo – A beautiful color and a beautiful name for a black snake with hints of blue or purple.

Names For A White Snake

Alabaster
Pearl – A cute name for a white female snake.
Ivory
Diamond – This could be for a white snake or a great name for your scaly diva.
Lily

Names For A Blue Snake

Sapphire
Oceania – This name also doubles as a great name for a snake originally from Australia or New Zealand.
Azure
Blue Lighting – Is it just me, or does this name inspire an idea for a unique serpentine superhero?
Cornflower – A name as sweet as its sky-blue color could also work for a pet corn snake!

Names For A Yellow Snake

Candy Corn – With their bright yellow and orange patterns, this name is a perfect fit for a corn snake!
Daffodil – A sweet flower name for your scaly companion.
Topaz
Goldie – You’ll find this classic and timeless name is a great fit for your golden-scaled beauty.
Amarillo – Spanish for “yellow,” a great name for a yellow snake.

Names For A Green Snake

Emerald – With a name like “Emerald,” will anyone be unable to guess your scaly companion’s lovely hue?
Jade – This also works for a snake of Chinese origin, as jade is a popular precious stone there.
Ivy – A sweet yet mysterious name for a shy snake.
Forrest – While this name is wonderful for a dark green snake, it’s also great for fans of Forrest Gump.
Peridot – Named for the light green August birthstone.

Names For A Red Snake

Ruby
Flare – This fiery moniker is wonderful for either a red or spirited snake.
Garnet – A jewel name that’s a darker shade than ruby, great for a snake with a burgundy color or pattern.
Blaze
Ember – Named for glowing coals.

Disney Snake Names

Here are some of our favorite names from Disney:

Sir Hiss – From Disney’s animated film Robin Hood.
Kaa – From The Jungle Book.
Cydne – From 101 Dalmatians.
Hista – The Legend Of Tarzan.
Juju – The Princess and the Frog.
Milo the Snake
Ushari – The Lion Guard.

Mythical Names For Snakes

Here are some mythical snake monikers to try out for your new pet:

Medusa
Quetzalcoatl
Naga
Chimera

Name Inspiration

If you are unsure what to name your snake, consider a more subtle approach by seeking out name inspiration.

Instead of searching for names that explicitly mean “snake” or “serpent,” consider the qualities you attribute to snakes. This may differ based on your culture and experiences.

For example, snakes are considered a symbol of wisdom in many eastern philosophies, so for inspiration, maybe choose a spiritual name like “Nirvana.”

It can be difficult to find the perfect name, so don’t get discouraged if you don’t find the perfect fit right away.

Help Choosing The Right Name

When choosing a name for your pet snake, it is helpful to think about your pet’s personality.

Is your snake affectionate, spirited, aloof, or sluggish? It might be best to choose a name that matches their personality.

What kind of snake do you have? A viper might warrant a fiercer choice than a ball python.

You could choose a name based on your pet’s specific colors or patterns.

After all, the common garter snake was named for stockings due to its long vertical stripes.

Conclusion

We hope our list helped you to find the perfect snake moniker.

After all, for a creature as unique and symbolic as the snake, naming is an important decision that requires thought, patience, and sometimes a little help.

FAQs

Q: What are some good snake name ideas?

A: There are plenty of great snake name ideas out there, including funny names like Sir Hiss, unique names like Zara or Morph, male and female names like Apollo or Athena, and famous names like Kaa or Nagini. It all depends on the type of snake and your own personal preferences!

Q: How do I choose the right name for my pet snake?

A: Choosing the right name for your pet snake can be fun and creative! Consider the snake’s color, personality, and any unique features it might have. You can also draw inspiration from pop culture, history, or mythology. Choose a name that feels right to you and that you and your snake can enjoy.

Q: What are some good male snake names?

A: Some great male names for a snake include Apollo, Cobra, Dante, Loki, Nero, Orpheus, and Zeus. However, you can also choose any name that suits your snake’s personality and appearance!

Q: What are some good female snake name ideas?

A: If you have a female snake, you might consider names like Athena, Cleopatra, Medusa, Pandora, or Siren. Again, you can choose any name that works well for your snake!

Q: What are some cute snake name ideas?

A: If you want a cute name for your pet snake, you might consider names like Cuddles, Noodle, Peanut, Snickers, or Twister. These names can add a touch of playfulness and whimsy to your relationship with your snake!

Q: What are some badass snake name ideas?

A: If you’re looking for a more intimidating name for your pet snake, you might consider names like Draco, Fang, Gorgon, Hydra, or Viper. These names can add a sense of danger and power to your snake’s persona!

Q: What are some unique snake name ideas?

A: For a one-of-a-kind name for your pet snake, you might consider names like Kalypso, Morph, Pango, Razzle, or Zephyr. These names are creative and distinctive, just like your snake!

Q: What are some white snake name ideas?

A: If you have a white snake, you might consider names like Blizzard, Ghost, Ivory, Luna, or Vanilla. These names play off of the snake’s beautiful color and give it a mystical, ethereal quality!

Q: What are some black snake name ideas?

A: If you have a black snake, you might consider names like Coal, Midnight, Onyx, Shadow, or Sleek. These names highlight the snake’s dark and alluring color and make it seem more mysterious and cool!

Q: What are some funny snake name ideas?

A: If you want to give your pet snake a silly or humorous name, you might consider names like Hissy Fit, Slinky, Snickersnee, Squiggles, or Zipper. These names can lighten the mood and add some levity to your relationship with your snake!

Q: What should I consider when choosing a name for my pet snake?

A: When choosing a name for your pet snake, you should consider the snake’s type, color, personality, and any unique qualities it might have. You can also draw inspiration from history, mythology, and pop culture. Ultimately, choose a name that feels right for you and your snake and that you both enjoy!

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329+ Snake Names (Cute, Cool & Funny Male & Female Ideas)