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Yellow fish are rare, making them a great addition to your list of pets. When you get a yellow pet fish, it’s time to select some good yellow fish names.
It’s worth noting that yellow fish can feature other colors. As a result, getting a name befitting a yellow fish can be a challenge. That’s precisely why we’ve created the ultimate yellow fish naming guide below.
If you want to get the perfect name for your yellow fish, look no further.
If you don’t get a specific name that you like, you can use this guide as inspiration.
Let’s dive in.
Best Yellow Fish Names
Finding the perfect yellow fish name can be a matter of identifying popular names used by other pet fish owners or based on the best representation.
Here are our best picks, most of which represent the color yellow;
- Banana
- Bumblebee
- Butter
- Butters
- Canary
- Cheddar – named after cheese
- Cheeto – named after cheesy yellow treat
- Citrus
- Comet
- Corn
- Gialla – named after Italian for yellow
- Ginger
- Golden
- Goldie
- Honey
- Jaune – means yellow in French
- Lemon
- Lemonade
- Lightning
- Marmalade
- Michael Finnegan
- Mustard
- Pineapple
- Potato Chip
- Reef
- Saffron
- Sol – means sun in Spanish
- Summer
- Sun
- Sunbeam
- Sunflower
- Sunny
- Turmeric
Female Yellow Fish Names
If you fancy a feminine name, we have some female names and color representative names to choose from below;
- Annie
- Arya
- Bailey
- Bella
- Brienne
- Cinnamon
- Daisy
- Dandelion
- Gigi
- Ginger
- Goldie
- Honey
- Jamie
- Jess
- Lacey
- Leia
- Lisa – A name from the Simpsons (daughter of Marge and Homer Simpson)
- Lola
- Lucy
- Luna
- Maggie – A name from the Simpsons
- Marge – A name of the yellow character from the Simpsons and also ties in with the yellow spread margarine
- Mila
- Minnie
- Molly
- Nala
- Penny
- Phoebe
- Rey
- Sadie
- Sandy
- Sansa
- Sophie
- Stella
- Sushi
- Yellow
Male Yellow Fish Names
Male yellow fish can be named after their male human counterparts or other masculine or color representative names listed below;
- Atwood
- Bart – A name from the Simpsons
- Bear
- Buddy
- Chalk
- Charlie
- Cooper
- Duke
- Finn
- Ghost
- Golden
- Homer – A name from the Simpsons
- Jack
- Jon
- Leo
- Loki
- Luke
- Marley
- Max
- Milo
- Oliver
- Pumpkin
- Rocky
- Rusty
- Saffron
- Sinbad
- Sonny
- Starsky
- Sun
- Toby
- Tucker
- Winston
- Zach
Unique Yellow Fish Names
If you like a name that isn’t too common, you can select any of the following names;
- Amarillo – which stands for yellow in Spanish
- Butter
- Buttercup
- Dandelion
- Flash
- Goldie – instead of gold or golden
- Honey
- Ray – named after sunshine
- Sandy
- Sunflower
- Sunny
- Sunshine
Cute Names For Yellow Fish
Cute names come with warm feelings. If your yellow fish is adorable, lovely, or sweet, you can name him/her the following;
- Bubbles
- Caviar
- Chuckles
- Crush
- Darwin
- Dinoshark
- Flash
- Flipper
- Flotsam
- Glimmer
- Guppy
- Gurgle
- Horsea
- Jetsam
- Lumpy
- Mr. Blobby
- Nemo
- Nibbler
- Peach
- Splash
- Spot
- Squirt
- Tad Pole
- Willy
- Zigzag
- Zippy
Names For Your Blue And Yellow Pet Fish
Some yellow fish may feature other colors like blue, black, purple, etc.
If your fish has hints of blue, you can call him any of the following names representative of these distinct differences in color;
- Amber
- Apple
- Buffy
- Butter
- Butterscotch
- Caramel
- Cheddar
- Chester
- Chili
- Creamer
- Dandy Lion
- Dexter
- Flame
- Fry
- Milkshake
- Opie
- Peanut
- Tabasco
- Tiger Lily
- Toffi
- Waffle
Names For Your Purple And Yellow Fish
Purple and yellow fish may have one color dominant over the other.
However, if purple and yellow are the main colors, you need names that match this distinction.
Here are some name examples below;
- Barney
- Eggplant
- Grape
- Lavender
- Lilac
- Orchid
- Plum
Names For Your Black And Yellow Fish
If your fish is black and yellow, you can name him/her after a banana (which has both yellow and black colors), a bumblebee, etc.
Here are some examples to follow;
- Apricot
- Banana
- Cayenne
- Charlie
- Cheesecake
- Cooper
- Crackers
- Curry
- Mango
- Maple
- Marmalade
- Milo
- Mustard
- Popcorn
- Sandy
- Simba
- Sparky
- Starburst
- Sunkiss
- Sunny
- Tiger
Help Choosing The Right Name
When looking for any name, whether it’s for a dog, cat, or yellow fish, there are countless options to consider.
As mentioned above, you can choose things that are representative of the color yellow, like a banana, Gold, sunshine, etc.
The above yellow fish naming guide offers name categories you can explore based on the gender of your fish (male or female), uniqueness of a name/s, cuteness, and distinct color differences.
If you don’t find a suitable name above, you can explore other naming ideas. For instance, you can select human names, choose a movie or Disney character you love or simply seek inspiration from family members.
You can also name by species, scales, or the unique personality of your fish. For instance, some fish are playful, observant, etc. You can select a name that best represents their personality.
What’s more, you can combine names. For instance, you can combine their color (yellow) and their personality.
There’s no limit to what you can call your fish. Inspiration can also be drawn from books, the internet, and naming resources like blogoftom.
Conclusion
Naming your pet fish can be a daunting task. While this guide offers multiple names to choose from, you aren’t assured of getting a name you love. If that’s the case, use this guide as a source of inspiration.
You can use wordplay to create new names for your yellow fish from the suggestions listed above. For instance, instead of calling your fish yellow, you can call them Yelo, ms. Yelo, yellow mellow, etc. Finding the perfect pet fish name demands patience. However, you’ll know when you find the best name.
Besides selecting a name that matches the color, personality, or special preferences, you should test the name to be sure it is perfect.
You can seek input from your family or friends. You can also observe your yellow fish to get clarity. If he/she is a funny fish or a cool fish, name them accordingly.
Most important, be patient and enjoy the naming process. For more information or inspiration, visit www.blogoftom.com.