Introduction
So, you got a pet rat? Lucky you! Rats are smart, funny, and love to nibble on snacks when you’re not looking. But before your new buddy chews on your shoelaces, it needs something very important… a name!
Picking a rat name can be tricky. Do you want it to be silly? Cute? Or maybe super cool, like a superhero rat? No matter what you choose, the right name will make your little whiskered friend even more special.
In this guide, I’ll share tons of rat names for every kind of rat. From funny names that make you giggle to classic ones that sound fancy, you’ll find the perfect fit. So grab your cheese, sit back, and let’s find a name your rat will squeak about with pride.
Rat Names (With Meanings)
This part is all about rat names that come with little stories or funny meanings. These names are extra special because they tell something about your pet’s look, style, or even history. Let’s squeak into the list and find the right one for your furry buddy.
- Nibbles – A rat loves to chew, and this name shows off that habit in a cute way.
- Pickle – Funny and salty, just like a rat who wiggles into trouble.
- Cheddar – Perfect for a rat that loves cheese or has a golden fur color.
- Tiny – A silly name if your rat is small, or even funnier if it’s chunky.
- Squeaky – Named after the little squeaks rats make when they’re happy.
- Pepper – Great for a black or gray rat that looks like ground pepper.
- Peanut – Fits a small rat that looks like a nut in your hand.
- Zippy – For a rat that runs fast and never stays still.
- Muffin – Sweet and soft, like a baked treat and your cuddly rat.
- Whiskers – Rats have long whiskers, so this is a classic and funny name.
- Pumpkin – Orange-colored rats or round little ones match this name.
- Snappy – For a rat that’s quick or has a sassy little bite.
- Mocha – Inspired by coffee, perfect for a brown rat.
- Cookie – A sweet choice for a rat who steals snacks.
- Dusty – If your rat’s fur looks gray, this name is spot on.
- Bubbles – Cute and silly, just right for a happy, playful rat.
- Chomp – A name for a rat that likes to test its teeth on everything.
- Pudding – Soft, squishy, and sweet like a dessert.
- Rocky – For a tough little rat with a fighter spirit.
- Olive – A smooth name that works for green-eyed or sleek rats.
- Waffles – A funny food name for a rat who loves breakfast crumbs.
- Marble – Perfect if your rat has spotted or swirly fur.
- Shadow – Great for a black rat that sneaks around.
- Beans – A silly name that makes you laugh every time you say it.
- Fuzzy – Rats with soft fur fit this name perfectly.
- Popcorn – For a rat that jumps and pops around in its cage.
- Inky – Great name for a rat with dark black fur.
- Hazel – A warm name for a rat with brownish fur.
- Pip – Short and cheerful, like a squeak.
- Cocoa – Chocolate-colored rats will wear this name well.
- Scurry – Rats love to scurry, so this name is funny and true.
- Velvet – Smooth and soft, just like rat fur feels.
- Sprout – Cute for a baby rat that is still growing.
- Mango – Bright and fruity, fun for an orange or golden rat.
- Dustball – For a rat that looks like a little puff of fluff.
- Button – Small and round, just like a button.
- Stormy – Dark-colored rats or moody ones can match this name.
- Cupcake – Sweet and lovable, just like your pet.
- Gizmo – For a curious rat that pokes into everything.
- Socks – If your rat has different colored paws, this name is perfect.
- Mochi – Inspired by the soft Japanese treat, perfect for a cuddly rat.
- Twig – Thin and small rats fit this funny name.
- Smudge – If your rat has a little spot of color, this name works.
- Sunny – A happy name for a bright, cheerful rat.
- Toast – Brownish rats or snack-loving ones are a good match.
- Niblet – A smaller version of “Nibbles,” just as cute.
- Cloud – White fluffy rats look like little clouds.
- Pogo – For a bouncy rat that hops around a lot.
- Snickerdoodle – A sweet cookie name that makes people smile.
- Rusty – A perfect fit for rats with reddish-brown fur.
Funny Rat Names
Here comes the part that will make you laugh. These rat names are silly, goofy, and perfect for when your little whisker ball is the family comedian. No need for meanings here, just funny names to giggle at.
- Mr. Wiggle
- Cheese Puff
- Sir Squeak
- Chubby Cheeks
- Ratatootie
- Banana Pants
- Wobble Butt
- Captain Crunchy
- Fluffy Socks
- Lady Noodle
- Dizzy Lizzy
- Wiggle Bean
- Pipsqueak Jr.
- Bubble Nose
- Sir Nibblelot
- Spaghetti Legs
- Tater Tot
- Queen Whisker
- Jumpy Lump
- Pickle Pop
- Rumble Tummy
- Squeak Machine
- Furry McFluff
- Zoom Zoom
- Crumb Snatcher
- Noodle Nugget
- Squishy Belly
- Mr. Fuzzle
- Snack Attack
- Jiggly Rat
- Biscuit Face
- Toffee Tumbles
- Giggle Paws
- Muffin Pants
- Scooter Boot
- Cheeky Chip
- Wiggle Wag
- Twinkle Tail
- Oopsie Rat
- Doodle Bug
- Puffy Lump
- Zipper Zoom
- Snuggle Muff
- Pop Tart
- Fuzzball Fred
- Jelly Beaner
- Nutty Nibbler
- Chatter Box
- Waffle Wiggle
- Tickle Toes
Cute Rat Names
This part is all about names that make you go “aww.” These names are soft, sweet, and perfect for when your little rat looks like a tiny ball of love. Let’s pick some squeaky-cute ones.
- Cupi
- Daisy Dot
- Honey Bun
- Poppy Seed
- Marshy
- Cuddly Puff
- Rosie Cheeks
- Pudding Pop
- Cherry Pie
- Doodle Dot
- Fluffy Peach
- Little Star
- Coco Puffin
- Sweet Pea
- Buttercup
- Jelly Pop
- Tiny Lulu
- Angel Whisker
- Binky Boo
- Cotton Puff
- Sparkle Tail
- Baby Bean
- Pinky Toe
- Tinker Bell
- Lolly Pop
- Snowdrop
- Sugar Plum
- Furry Boo
- Muffin Puff
- Snuggle Bug
- Giggly Dot
- Twinkle Puff
- Cookie Kiss
- Bunny Whisk
- Love Bug
Cool Rat Names
Now it’s time for the cool kids. These names are sleek, stylish, and give your rat that superstar vibe. If your pet struts around the cage like it owns the place, one of these names will fit just right.
- Ace
- Blaze
- Rocket
- Dash
- Phantom
- Nitro
- Shadowfax
- Spike
- Turbo
- Drift
- Viper
- Storm
- Flash
- Rebel
- Titan
- Chillax
- Maverick
- Frost
- Hunter
- Zoomer
- Slick
- Razor
- Onyx
- Jet
- Blaze King
- Skull Crusher
- Iron Paw
- Steel Whisker
- Riptide
- Maxx
- Fang
- Ice Cube
- Chaos Rat
- Dark Claw
- Thunder Whisk
- Venom
- Axel
- Wild Fang
- Street Rat
- Ghost Rider
Unique Rat Names
Here come the extra special ones. These names are rare, playful, and will make your rat stand out from the crowd. If you want something different and fun, this list is for you.
- Zoodle
- Quibble
- Jinxie
- Tofu Bean
- Wizzle Pop
- Crinkle
- Orbit
- Fuzzle Wig
- Doodle Sprout
- Quokka
- Snizzle
- Wobblekins
- Zappy
- Twizzle Toes
- Glimmer
- Nuzzle Puff
- Poptart Jr.
- Fidget
- Sprocket
- Tricky Whisk
- Bumble Boo
- Jiggly Wig
- Kiki Pop
- Snoodle
- Pogo Puff
- Churro Chip
- Wizzle Wink
- Pompom Rat
- Zuzu
- Tinker Sprig
- Slinky Dot
- Pibble
- Momo Bean
- Razzle
- Boodle Bug
- Yoyo Pop
- Scribbles
- Snuggle Snout
- Jello Wiggle
- Fizzy Pop
- Waffle Chip
- Doodle Moo
- Pipsy
- Zizzle
- Lolly Wink
- Nibby Noodle
- Puffykins
- Crumbly
- Tizzy Tail
- Swooshy
- Sprinkle Dot
Male Rat Names
These names are just right for boy rats. Some sound strong, some sound silly, and some sound like a little hero. If your rat is a cool little dude, he will love one of these names.
- Max
- Bruno
- Rocky Joe
- Oliver
- Sammy
- Diesel
- Finn
- Henry
- Captain Whisk
- Leo
- George
- Jasper
- Milo
- Mr. Squeak
- Toby
- Bandit
- Chase
- Louie
- Hunter
- Buddy
- Prince Whisker
- Jack
- Simba
- Oscar
- Rustin
- Frankie
- Peanut King
- Clyde
- Rex
- Archie
- Duke
- Marley
- Tommy
- Bruno Jr.
- Chipster
- King Ratty
- Benny
- Gizmo Max
- Thor
- Freddy
- Oliver Jr.
- Diesel Pup
- Cooper
- Bruno Bean
- Alfie
- Teddy
Female Rat Names
Here are names made just for girl rats. Some are cute, some are fancy, and some are just plain funny. If your little lady loves to run, play, or nap in style, one of these names will be perfect.
- Bella
- Daisy
- Rosie
- Lulu Bean
- Molly
- Princess Pip
- Ruby
- Hazel
- Queenie
- Trixie
- Lily
- Sugar Dot
- Nala
- Penny
- Sophie
- Miss Muff
- Clara
- Dolly
- Starry
- Honey Pie
- Pippa
- Angel
- Gigi
- Cupcake Queen
- Chloe
- Mimi
- Pearl
- Butter Dot
- Roxy
- Ivy
- Lady Puff
- Fifi
- Ella
- Sparkle Boo
- Joy
- Pixie
- Bella Rae
- Gracie
- Tulip
- Candy Pop
Famous Rat Names from Movies & Cartoons
These names come from stories, cartoons, and movies where rats, mice, and other whiskery friends became stars. If your rat wants to feel like a movie hero or a cartoon clown, these names will fit perfectly.
- Remy
- Splinter
- Rizzo
- Templeton
- Nicodemus
- Mrs. Brisby
- Jenner
- Fievel
- Rita
- Timothy
- Bernard
- Bianca
- Gadget
- Monterey Jack
- Pinky
- The Brain
- Speedy Gonzales
- Mighty Mouse
- Jerry
- Stuart Little
- Despereaux
- Reepicheep
- Algernon
- Amos Mouse
- Willie Whiskers
- Chuck E. Cheese
- Itchy
- Squeaky the Mouse
- Danger Mouse
- Pikachu
Creative Rat Names
Now it’s time to get extra silly and clever. These names are playful, artsy, and a little weird in the best way. If you want your rat to stand out with a name nobody else has, this is the place to look.
- Scribble
- Noodle Pop
- Doodle Dash
- Wiggly Woo
- Sprinkle Paw
- Zippy Zap
- Quirky Pip
- Tizzy Wiz
- Jumble Puff
- Snappy Doodle
- Crinkle Bean
- Swoosh Rat
- Pogo Stick
- Dizzy Dot
- Bumble Wig
- Jolly Whisk
- Zoodle Zap
- Pibbly Pop
- Wobble Dot
- Fuzzle Puff
- Twisty Tail
- Rumble Whisk
- Snip Snap
- Muffin Doodle
- Jelly Wig
- Fizzle Rat
- Puffy Boo
- Zany Zoom
- Pickle Chip
- Tinker Whisk
- Flip Flop
- Wizzle Whisk
- Pudding Popper
- Snaggle Rat
- Whimsy Dot
- Nibby Nib
- Doodle Niblet
- Twirl Puff
- Giggle Rat
- Snuggle Wig
- Bubble Dash
- Wobble Pop
- Quibble Rat
- Popsy Boo
- Jitter Paw
- Skippy Rat
- Dizzy Puff
- Nuzzle Nib
- Tumble Rat
- Splat Dot
- Wiggle Whirl
Best Rat Names of All Time
These names are the champions of the list. They are simple, funny, cute, and just right for any rat. If you want a name that always works, here’s where you’ll find it.
- Squeakers
- Whiskerface
- Cheeky
- Poppy Tail
- Snappy Paw
- Mr. Nibble
- Furry Dot
- Zoomer Boo
- Peanut Puff
- Slinky Rat
- Tiny Paw
- Puffy Wig
- Squeakster
- Muffin Nose
- Rumble Rat
- Jelly Paw
- Twinkle Whisk
- Dashy Rat
- Pipsy Dot
- Wobble Whisk
- Snuggle Puff
- Puddle Rat
- Dizzy Whisk
- Giggle Puff
- Crumb Catcher
- Cheddar Chip
- Ratty Boo
- Pogo Wig
- Skippy Dot
- Pibble Rat
- Sprinkle Puff
- Toasty Rat
- Chubby Paw
- Squeaky Dot
- Fizzle Whisk
- Jumpy Rat
- Whimsy Puff
- Jolly Paw
- Sugar Whisk
- Wiggly Rat
How to Choose the Perfect Rat Name
Picking the right name for your rat is like picking the right snack… it has to feel just right. Don’t worry, it’s not too hard if you follow a few silly steps.
First, look at your rat. Is it tiny, fluffy, or speedy? Sometimes the name comes from how it looks. A fat rat might look like a Muffin, while a speedy one might be Zoomer.
Next, listen to what makes you laugh. Funny names always work. If you giggle every time you say it, your rat will love it too.
Also, think about what your rat loves. If it steals your cereal, call it something like Choco or Crunchy. If it hides in your sock drawer, maybe name it Socks.
And last, pick a name you enjoy saying every day. You’ll be calling it a lot. A name that makes you smile will make your rat happy too.
Squeaking to the Finish Line
We made it! Now you have tons of names to pick from for your little rat buddy. Some names are cute, some are funny, and some are just plain silly. No matter what, the best name is the one that makes you smile every time you say it.
Remember, rats don’t care if the name is fancy or simple. They just want love, snacks, and maybe a cozy nap spot. So grab your favorite from the list, call it out, and watch your furry pal twitch its whiskers like it knows it’s the star.
At the end of the day, the perfect rat name is the one that makes you and your squeaky friend happy together.
