100+ Turtle Names That Are Too Good to Pass Up
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Naming a turtle shouldn’t feel like a chore. It’s your chance to get creative, be funny, or just pick something that feels right.
Whether you’ve got a sassy slider, a chill box turtle, or a mysterious tortoise, this list is packed with turtle name ideas for boys, girls, and everything in between.
Some are cute, some are weird, and a few might make you laugh out loud. Let’s find one that sticks.
Cute Turtle Names
Some turtles just have that adorable vibe—you know, the ones that blink slowly, stretch their necks out for food, or fall asleep mid-bask.
If your turtle melts your heart daily, these names will fit like a tiny shell sweater.
| Cute Boy Turtle Names | Cute Girl Turtle Names |
|---|---|
| Pebble | Jellybean |
| Niblet | Olive |
| Pickle | Muffin |
| Dot | Cupcake |
| Twix | Sunny |
| Sprout | Mochi |
| Bubbles | Button |
| Snappy | Dotty |
| Waffles | Nibsy |
| Marshmallow | Peaches |
| Squirt | Bambi |
| Tater | Glimmer |
| Bean | Dottie |
| Pogo | Lulu |
| Pudding | Honey |
| Nemo | Berry |
| Zippy | Snuggle |
| Cheeky | Sweets |
| Wiggles | Cookie |
| Tiki | Fudge |
Funny Turtle Names
Some turtles have that silly personality—always bumping into tank decor, staring at walls, or refusing to move unless it’s snack time.
If your turtle cracks you up on a daily basis, these funny names will fit just right.
| Funny Boy Turtle Names | Funny Girl Turtle Names |
|---|---|
| Shellton | Miss Shellington |
| Tank | Turtleneesha |
| Turbo | Lady Slowpoke |
| Speedy | Shellybeans |
| Snapzilla | Flippers McGee |
| Sir Wiggles | Princess Pancake |
| Mr. Naps | Wigglebutt |
| Crouton | Madam Waddles |
| Tortellini | Tater Tot |
| Broccoli | Sassy Shell |
| Captain Crawler | Queen Wiggles |
| The Green Avenger | Doodlebug |
| Slowsky | Pickle Pie |
| Lord Plod | Noodle |
| Shell Shock | Waddleton |
| Mudpie | Sparkle Toes |
| Pancake | Cupzilla |
| Bobblehead | Gingersnap |
| Stubby | Zoomette |
| Flip-Flop | Miss Nom Nom |
This Hilarious Turtle Book Might Know Your Pet Better Than You Do
Let’s be real—most turtle care guides feel like reading a textbook written by a sleep-deprived zookeeper.
This one’s not that.
Told from the snarky point of view of a grumpy, judgmental turtle, 21 Turtle Truths You’ll Never Read in a Care Guide is packed with sarcasm, sass, and surprisingly useful insights.
And hey—you don’t have to commit to the whole thing just yet.
Grab 2 free truths from the ebook and get a taste of what your turtle really thinks about your setup, your food choices, and that weird plastic palm tree.
It’s funny, it’s honest, and if you’ve ever owned a turtle who glares at you like you’re the problem—you’ll feel seen.
Unique Turtle Names
Not every turtle name needs to be cute or funny. Some turtles deserve a name that stands out—something rare, elegant, or just plain different.
These names are for the turtles with mystery in their eyes and a bit of drama in their strut.
| Unique Boy Turtle Names | Unique Girl Turtle Names |
|---|---|
| Orion | Zephyra |
| Basilisk | Calypso |
| Onyx | Nyx |
| Sable | Solara |
| Quibble | Azura |
| Rune | Lyra |
| Thorne | Elara |
| Indigo | Saphira |
| Jett | Nova |
| Cosmo | Mystique |
| Zephyr | Echo |
| Phoenix | Astra |
| Drift | Liora |
| Vesper | Nixie |
| Obsidian | Seraphine |
| Dusk | Lumen |
| Echo | Isolde |
| Wraith | Aria |
| Rune | Celestia |
| Comet | Mirage |
Unisex Turtle Names
Some names just work for any turtle—boy or girl, tiny or giant, sweet or grumpy. These unisex turtle names are simple, fun, and easy to remember.
If you’re not sure about your turtle’s gender or just want a name that feels flexible, this list is for you.
- Squirt
- Sunny
- Noodle
- Pebble
- Ziggy
- Waffles
- Pogo
- Tofu
- Bubbles
- Mochi
- Pickles
- Dot
- Tater
- Shellby
- Sprout
- Crouton
- Pudding
- Wiggles
- Snappy
- Muffin
Turtle Name Tags and Sign Ideas
If you’re the kind of person who names their turtle Snappy and then forgets where they wrote it down, this part’s for you. You don’t need a fancy setup—just a simple way to show the name loud and clear.
Something cute. Something that makes people go, “Wait… your turtle’s name is Waffles?”
Cute & Simple Name Tag Ideas:
- Small wooden sign with your turtle’s name burned or painted on it
- Waterproof sticker label on the tank with the turtle’s name and hatch date
- Mini chalkboard sign placed beside the basking dock
- Keychain-style name tag attached to the tank front
- Painted river rock with your turtle’s name in colorful letters
- Custom 3D printed nameplate for display inside the tank (away from water)
- Clip-on plastic tag with name and feeding time
- Aquarium-safe floating name sign
- Name engraved on a shell-shaped acrylic charm (decor use only, not for the turtle)
- DIY cork board next to the tank where you pin photos and a name label
About Author
Muntaseer Rahman started keeping pet turtles back in 2013. He also owns the largest Turtle & Tortoise Facebook community in Bangladesh. These days he is mostly active on Facebook.
