Caterpillars are really loved by some people, and why wouldn’t they? They have a vibrant appearance and are irresistibly cute, even though they are not considered the conventional type of pets. Most people enjoy owning a caterpillar as a pet mainly because they can observe their transformation into an amazing moth or butterfly from up close.
Caterpillars are great pets, especially for people that don’t want to get involved too much in their pets’ lives. All you will have to do would be to feed them and that’s about it. All they do all day long is to munch on leaves and just sit there, happily.
You won’t face any usual difficulties when trying to become the owner of a caterpillar. They are easy to find, easy to house, and easy to feed. Well, you might stumble while searching for the perfect name. Because let’s face it, how many caterpillar names might there be? Well, it turns out, quite a lot.
So let’s get right into it and find you the perfect name for a caterpillar.
10 Names for caterpillars taken from cartoons
Cartoons have sprung a lot of great caterpillar characters with some really cute names. And who doesn’t like cartoons and their funny characters? Doesn’t it sound like a great idea to give your caterpillar a name that comes from a cartoon? Your kids will certainly like it if you have any. If not, then the child in you will surely remember their childhood.
10 Really funny caterpillar names
While owning a caterpillar you might notice that all they do is eat all day long. Nothing seems to bother them or make them flinch but food and this, you have to agree that it is pretty funny.
The section below is comprised of 10 of the funniest caterpillar names:
- Boogieman: Might not seem like the funniest name, but it really comes from the fact that many people see caterpillars as scary due to their squishy bodies.
- Dr. Strange: This name will give your caterpillar a mysterious aura and it is appropriate for it to be a marvel superhero sorcerer in your heart.
- Mr. Sponge: Isn’t Mr. Sponge the perfect name for a caterpillar, seeing how squishy they are?
- Jellybean: When you keep a caterpillar in your hand you will notice it is very soft, just like jelly. That’s why Jellybean is a really appropriate name. And it also sounds pretty funny.
- Flash: Seeing how they not only move slowly like a snail, but in some instances, they won’t move at all, Flash should be a very funny name for your caterpillar.
- Foody: Most caterpillars won’t care about anything else than food. Foody sounds like a name that would fit this creature, especially since they spend most of their days eating and munching on leaves.
- Ms. Fatty: As opposed to people, most caterpillars won’t have anything against being called fat, so Ms. Fatty is a funny-sounding name for your pet.
- Fat Bob: Fat Bob is a great name for your caterpillar because as you will notice, it will gain a considerable amount of weight within weeks of owning it.
- Bug a boo: Caterpillars sure seem to be very cuddly creatures. This is why Bug a boo would be a good name for this type of pet.
- Squishy: As said before, caterpillars, in general, are very squishy and you should know this if you ever held one in your hand. This is why this name sounds pretty funny for this being.
Here’s my list of the best 10 caterpillar names that are inspired by cartoons.
- Red: This is the main character of the cartoon movie series called Larva. This is made to be the best friend of the character called Yellow in this movie. If you have a pair of caterpillars, you can name one yellow and the other red.
- Yellow: This is the second character from the same movie series called Larva and is portrayed as a very happy caterpillar. His yellow antenna is what got his name in the movie.
- Scarry: This is a fictional worm from another cartoon movie. It is considered one of the most important characters from the cartoon movie The Busy World of Richard Scarry.
- Lowly: Another worm that can be seen in the same cartoon movie. Lowly is not exactly a caterpillar. It is more of a worm, but still one of the main characters of the animated movies Busytown Mysteries and The Busy World of Richard Scarry.
- Wormie: Wormie is a cream-colored caterpillar and is portrayed as Hermie’s friend in the movie Hermie and friends. If you have two caterpillars, you can name one Hermie and the other Wormie.
- Hermie: You might know Hermie as the green caterpillar that is very close to turning into a butterfly. It can be seen in the 2003 movie Hermie and friends. In this movie, the caterpillar is seen as an adventurous character.
- Katy: As you’d expect, the name of the main character of the movie Katy Caterpillar is Katy. Katy is seen in this movie as she decides to go away and explore the world.
- Caterpillar: People who like the book Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland surely know who Caterpillar is. This really is the best caterpillar name, isn’t it?
- Sperk: An important character in the cartoon called Lilo and Stitch, Sperk is also a caterpillar. This character is seen as the leader of a three-friend group. If you want to get more than just one caterpillar, you can name the most active one Sperk, it will suit it.
- Squeaks: The caterpillar from the movie @The Fox and the Hound@ is called Squeaks. This character spends the bigger part of the movie trying to get away from Boomer and Dinky that were trying to eat him. The end finds Squeaks transforming into a butterfly and simply flying away.
20 Usual pet caterpillar names
If you’re just looking for a normal, usual pet caterpillar name and you can’t seem to find one, then this next list is for you. The next 20 names are really great, ordinary names for your caterpillar.
- Dexy
- Ethan
- Erza
- Mia
- Lizz
- Fitch
- Goo Goo
- Roxy
- Zimba
- Nibbles
- Macho
- Pingu
- Uke
- Jaimy
- Winny
- Kate
- Coffee
- Fiona
- Maya
- Nayana
Also check out our lists of names for zebras, owls, or penguins.
21 Very cute caterpillar names
This next list comprises 21 very cute names for a caterpillar. If you want your new pet to have a cute name, this list is for you.
- Unicorn
- Tiky
- Tessie
- Teddy
- Sweetie
- Sunshine
- Squirt
- Sage
- Rose
- Rainbow
- Puffy
- Pinkie
- Pie
- Peaches
- Oreo
- Nick
- Luna
- Eva
- Cupcake
- Bella
- Bee
- Bear
24 Decent caterpillar names
You surely want to give only the best of things to your pet as soon as you bring it home. This includes the best housing, the best food.. but also the best possible name. The section below is comprised of 20 names for your caterpillar that are decent, appropriate, really good names for this particular creature.
- Chunky
- Joe
- Pinky
- Lulu
- Buddy
- Amore
- Foster
- Gunner
- Doobie
- Hope
- Ray
- Henry
- Maijo
- Ahana
- Eddy
- King
- Beast
- Balboa
- Cuddly
- Fluffy
- Munchkin
- Fruity
- Mr. Yellow
- Adene
20 Of the most popular history-linked caterpillar names
This list is great for you if you’re a history geek. It is here where you will find some of the best names gathered from mythology and history that would be appropriate for caterpillars.
- Zeus
- Venus
- Urania
- Tethys
- Rhea
- Nereid
- Medea
- Lo
- Ismene
- Hercules
- Hecuba
- Gaia
- Electra
- Columbus
- Clotho
- Chompin
- Brutus
- Bhim
- Ariadne
- Alcestis
20 Very cool caterpillar names
This list below is made of 20 of the coolest caterpillar names.
- Vision
- Thor
- Tony
- Bruce
- Brad
- Shaw
- Torretto
- Harley
- Bond
- Balboa
- Rock
- Rover
- Boomer
- Captain
- Hobbes
- Letty
- Dom
- Robin
- Mr. Wayne
- Rocky
These are my ideas of names for caterpillars comprising everything from what I consider cool to funny and adorable names. I really hope you enjoyed my list and you got a name you like from these 125.
If you’ve found a name for your caterpillar or if you have any name ideas, please leave a comment using the form below. I`ll read each and every message and respond to as many as possible.
