Snakes are a rather polarizing animal for most people, they love or hate them. For some people, the idea of a big boa constrictor around the shoulders is fun, while for others, the idea is terrifying. Perhaps the fear of these creatures dates back to prehistoric times (or at least to the Bible).
If you are a snake lover, you will probably appreciate the idea that your pet is unusual and impressive. Of course, you will want to give your pet a name that matches its appearance and behavior. So, stay tuned for snake names based on Pokemon, Anime, Literature, Films, and also names based on their appearance!
About Snakes as Pets
Snakes are excellent pets, although they are solitary creatures by nature. They don’t like crowds or loud noises, so you don’t have to go to the mall or take pictures with curious passers-by. Since they are kept between them, it is also wise to keep only one snake per habitat.
These pets do not like to be touched and handled, although you will need to do this for about five minutes each day for them to get used to human contact. They also like repetitive routines, so stick to a regular schedule to feed, change the water, and clean the tank.
Although there are many types of these pets to choose from, consider the talon snake, the royal python, and the royal snake, as they are good pets. Be prepared for a long relationship, because royal pythons can live from 20 to 30 years!
Here are some names of wild and wonderful snakes. Choose wisely, because you will live with the name for a while.
Domestic Snakes: Names and Fun facts
Snakes of History, Literature and Films
You may notice that most of these names are associated with bad deeds, just like the serpent in the Garden of Eden. Although snakes are mysterious and unique animals, they are no worse than your commonplace domestic cat that hunts for both food and fun!
- Asmodeus: Biblical demon, a diabolical serpent in the young adult Redwall books, written by Brian Jacques.
- Basilisk (or Basil for short): A legendary giant snake, sometimes described as being killed by St. George, and is one of the villains of the book. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
- Jafaar: The villain in the Disney version of the Alladin story, Jafaar turns into a terrifying snake.
- Jormungand: A sea serpent from Nordic mythology.
- Kaa: A character from Rudyard Kipling The Jungle Book (and the films of the same name).
- Medusa: Although not a snake itself, Medusa was a character in Greek mythology who had snakes instead of hair.
- Nagini: Nagini was both a pet and a servant of the evil Lord Voldemort in the Harry Potter series.
- Rainbow(Serpent): The rainbow snake, according to some African myths, was the creator of all human beings.
- Eden: Although the serpent from Garden of Eden doesn’t have a name, this would still be a good name for a snake.
- Crowley: A character from Good Omens, who tempted Adam and Eve to eat fruit from the Tree of Knowledge.
- Sass: Name after the Snake Kwami in Miraculous Ladybug.
- Aspik: Former Snake Hero in Miraculous Ladybug
- Viperion: Current Snake Hero in Miraculous Ladybug
Appearance-Based Snake Names
These creatures are long, slender, mobile animals that can move quickly and curl up without the need for feet, legs, or hands. Their color varies from green and brown to brilliant stripes of white, coral and yellow. With that in mind, here are some fun options for names.
- Coral
- Ebony
- Jade
- Leaf
- Noodles
- Ramen
- Udon
- Yakisoba(Soba for short!)
- No feet
- Pretzel
- Sage
- Underpants
- Slap
- Slash
- Slinkster
- Slinky
- Shredders
- Slyder
- Slytherin
- Scribbles
- Trail
- Stripes
- Sunshine
- Tangle
- Verdigris
- Worm
- Zippy
- Copper
- Vine
- Rope
- Coil
Fun and Silly Snake Names
It is easy to create pun names that are based on snakes and their behaviors. It’s also fun to give them “opposite” names (like Fluffy) that make people smile. Here are some of the dumbest and weirdest names for them.
- Flower
- Buttercup
- Cuddles
- Fluffy
- Monty the Python
- Muffy
- Skin the Snake
- Serpico
- Smiles
- SSSSSam
- William Snakespeare
- Rumple-snakeskin
Pokemon Based Names
The following names below are named after every snake Pokemon(so far).
- Zygarde
- Ekans
- Arbok
- Snivy
- Servine
- Serperior
- Seviper
- Rayquaza
- Silicobra
- Milotic
- Onix
- Steelix
- Dratini
- Dragonair
- Huntail
- Eeletrik
- Dunsparce
- Gyrados
Anime-Based Names
Henry 1.0: Named after Leviathan’s long lost pet snake. He is from the Anime Otome Dating Simulator, Obey me! One master to rule them all!
Mizuki: Named after the white snake shinigami in Kamisama Hajimemashita
Uwabami: Named after the Snake Hero in Boku no Hero Academia
Obanai Iguro(Just Obanai or Iguro is fine): Serpent Hashira of the Demon Slayer Corps from Kimetsu no Yaiba.
Cobra: Oración Seis member in Fairy Tail
Kinana: Former pet of the Oración Seis member, Cobra
Build your own snake name
If you own one, you know that each type of them has its own personality and that each snake is unique.
Choose a name that relates to the type of snake you own. For example, if you have a corn snake, consider “Kernel Mustard” or “Cornucopia“. For a snake king, how about George III or Rex? Milk snakes are particularly easy to name, with options such as Magnesia, Miss Moo and Moodonna.
Consider a name that reflects the personal qualities of your pet. If he’s particularly active, think of Thrasher or Flip. If she’s talkative, consider Miss Hiss or TongueTwister. Have fun discovering the right name!