Funny Fish Names
Updated: June 03, 2024
| Names | Reason |
|---|---|
| Anchovy | a small fish, funny when used for a large pet fish |
| Atlantis | It's a grand and mythical name for a pet fish, relating to the lost underwater city |
| Bacon | A fish named after a pork product is funny |
| Bagel | Naming a fish after a round bread product is amusing |
| Bait | used to catch fish, but not typically used as a name |
| Bass | a fish type, also a music term |
| Biscuit | It's a sweet and unusual name for a pet fish |
| Blink | It's a fun name, even though fish don't actually blink |
| Blinky | fish don't blink, making this an ironic name |
| Blubber | A fish named after whale fat is amusing |
| Brownie | A fish with a sweet, chocolatey name is cute |
| Bubblegum | The thought of a fish chewing bubblegum is amusing |
| Bubbles | fish are often seen blowing bubbles |
| Burrito | Food names make fish seem more endearing |
| Canoodle | It's an amusing term for cuddling, which fish can't do |
| Carp | a fish species, also a verb meaning to complain |
| Caviar | fish eggs, unusual as a fish name |
| Cheeto | It's entertaining to imagine a fish with an orange, cheesy dust |
| Chum | fish bait, also means friend |
| Clam | a shellfish, amusing as a name for a fish |
| Cod | a fish species, also British slang for joke |
| Crab | a crustacean, funny when used for a fish |
| Cupcake | A fish with a sweet, cakey name is cute |
| Cuppa | It's funny because it's a British term for a cup of tea |
| Dabble | It's a cute, playful name that relates to water play |
| Diver | It's a humorous and apt name as fish are natural divers |
| Dolphin | a marine mammal, funny as a fish name |
| Donut | It's amusing to think of a round, sweet fish |
| Drizzle | It's a cute and slightly silly name that relates to water |
| Dumbledore | A fish with the wisdom of a wizard is amusing |
| Dumpling | A fish named after a small savory ball of dough is comical |
| Echo | It's a cool name that relates to underwater sonar |
| Eel | a type of fish, also sounds like a reaction of disgust |
| Elvis | A fish with the name of a rock'n'roll icon is entertaining |
| Fidget | It's a playful name that could describe a very active fish |
| Finley | incorporates 'fin', a part of a fish's anatomy |
| Finny | sounds like the word 'funny' |
| Fizzle | It's a lively, sizzling name that sounds like bubbles in water |
| Flipflop | It's a funny and cute name, referring to the beach footwear, but also a fish's movements |
| Flippers | It's adorable and describes the fish's main form of movement |
| Flounder | a type of fish and a verb meaning to struggle |
| Gillbert | a play on the common name Gilbert |
| Goggles | It's a cute name that relates to swimming, but fish don't need goggles! |
| Gummy | A fish named after a chewy candy is cute |
| Guppy | a small fish, also a cute name |
| Haddock | a fish type, humorous when applied to a colorful tropical fish |
| Halibut | a fish species, also sounds like 'hell of a butt' |
| Hamburger | It's funny because it's a popular fast-food item |
| Hotdog | It's amusing because it's a popular fast-food item |
| Hydra | It's humorously dramatic for a pet fish, after the mythical water serpent |
| Jaws | It's a classic and funny name for a pet fish, especially if it's a small, harmless species |
| Jellybean | A fish with a colourful, sugary name is amusing |
| Jellyfish | a sea creature, funny when used for a fish |
| Jester | It's a fun and whimsical name, suggesting a playful, entertaining fish |
| Jubilee | It's a joyful, celebratory name, suggesting a fish full of life and energy |
| Ketchup | It's funny to imagine a fish covered in condiments |
| Kracken | It's a mythological sea creature, and humorously over-dramatic for a pet fish |
| Krill | a tiny sea creature, funny when used for a larger fish |
| Lobster | a crustacean, not a fish - amusing as a fish name |
| Macaroni | It's amusing because it's a type of pasta |
| Mackerel | a common fish, amusing as a pet name |
| Manatee | a large marine mammal, funny for a small pet fish |
| Marlin | a large fish species, funny for a small pet fish |
| Marmalade | It's amusing because it's a type of fruit preserve |
| Marshmallow | A fluffy, sugary treat as a fish name is amusing |
| Meatball | A fish named after a ball of ground meat is amusing |
| Merlin | It's a pun on the wizard's name, and sounds like 'marlin', a type of fish |
| Mozzarella | It's funny because it's a type of cheese |
| Muffin | A fish with a sweet baked goods name is cute |
| Munchkin | It's a sweet, endearing name, especially for a small fish |
| Nacho | It's amusing because it sounds like 'not your' |
| Narwhal | a marine mammal, funny when used for a fish |
| Nemo | well-known character from a popular animated film |
| Neptune | It's amusingly grandiose for a pet fish, after the Roman god of the sea |
| Nibbles | It's an adorable name, especially for a fish that likes to eat! |
| Ninja | The thought of a stealthy, martial arts fish is entertaining |
| Nugget | The association with a small chunk of chicken is funny |
| Octopus | a sea creature, humorous for a fish |
| Oreo | Amusing because it's a black and white cookie |
| Pancake | It's amusing to think of a flat, round fish |
| Peanut | It's funny because it's a small legume |
| Pebbles | It's cute and relates to the underwater environment |
| Pickle | It's amusing to imagine a fish preserved in vinegar |
| Piranha | a fierce fish species, funny for a gentle pet fish |
| Pixel | It's a modern, quirky name that could suit a brightly colored fish |
| Plankton | microscopic organisms, funny as a name for a large fish |
| Pluto | The irony of a fish named after a planet is humorous |
| Pogo | It's a fun, bouncy name that could suggest a fish's energetic movements |
| Popcorn | A fish named after a popular snack is entertaining |
| Popsicle | It's colorful like many types of fish and it's amusingly incongruous |
| Poptart | The combination of a breakfast item and a fish is comical |
| Poseidon | It's an ironically grand name for a pet fish, after the Greek god of the sea |
| Pretzel | It's funny because it's a type of baked bread product |
| Puddle | It's a humorous name, as a puddle is a very small body of water |
| Puffer | refers to a type of fish known for inflating |
| Pumpernickel | A dense, dark bread isn't a typical fish name |
| Quesadilla | Pairing fish with cheesy Mexican dishes is funny |
| Quicksilver | It's a sleek and flashy name that suggests the shimmering color of many fish |
| Radar | It's a modern, quirky name that suggests a fish's sensory abilities |
| Ramen | It's funny because it's a popular noodle soup dish |
| Ravioli | A fish named after a stuffed pasta is comical |
| Ripple | It's a lovely name that evokes the fish's watery home |
| Riptide | It's a cool name that refers to a strong sea current |
| Sardine | a small fish, humorous for a larger pet fish |
| Sausage | A fish named after a meat product is amusing |
| Scales | a part of a fish's exterior, unusual as a name |
| Seahorse | a sea creature, funny when used for a fish |
| Seal | a marine mammal, amusing as a fish name |
| Shark | a large predatory fish, humorous for a small, harmless pet fish |
| Sherlock | A fish with detective skills is a humorous idea |
| Shrimp | a small creature, funny as a name for a large fish |
| Snapper | a fish species, also sounds like a quick-tempered fish |
| Snorkel | Relates to underwater activities, but ironically a fish wouldn't need one |
| Spaghetti | A fish named after a long, thin pasta is entertaining |
| Splash | common action of fish, also a playful name |
| Spongebob | It's amusing because it's a popular cartoon character |
| Sprite | It's a delightfully whimsical name, suggesting a playful, magical creature |
| Squid | a sea creature, funny as a fish name |
| Squiggles | It's cute and alludes to the fish's smooth, squiggly movements |
| Squirt | sounds like a small, energetic fish |
| Squishy | It's a fun name and it's how a fish might feel to touch |
| Starfish | a sea creature, unusual as a fish name |
| Stingray | a sea creature, amusing when applied to a harmless fish |
| Streak | It's a cool name that suggests speed and agility |
| Surge | It's a powerful, dynamic name that suggests the motion of water |
| Sushi | commonly associated with fish dishes |
| Swish | It's a playful name that evokes the sound of a fish moving in water |
| Swoosh | It's a dynamic name that suggests the sound of a fish moving quickly through water |
| Swordfish | a large fish species, amusing for a small pet fish |
| Taco | The comical image of a fish in a taco shell |
| Tango | It's a fun name that suggests a fish that likes to 'dance' in the water |
| Tank | It's funny because it's where a fish lives and also a large vehicle |
| TaterTot | A fish named after a fried potato snack is funny |
| Torpedo | It's a fun name that suggests the fish's speed and agility |
| Tuna | a fish species, funny when used for a non-tuna fish |
| Twinkie | The thought of a fish as a cream-filled snack is entertaining |
| Twister | It's a dynamic name that suggests the swirling movements of a fish |
| Twitch | It's a fun name that could describe a fish's sudden movements |
| Vortex | It's a cool, dramatic name that suggests the swirling movements of water |
| Walrus | a large marine mammal, amusing for a small fish |
| Wanda | sounds like 'wander', as fish often do |
| Whale | ironically, a fish that's not actually a fish |
| Whirl | It's a lively, swirling name that could describe a fish's movements |
| Wiggles | It's playful and describes the fish's movements |
| Yoda | A fish with the wisdom of a Jedi is funny |
| Zigzag | It's a fun, energetic name that could describe a fish's movements |
| Zippy | It's a lively and energetic name, perfect for a fast-moving fish |
| Zorro | A masked avenger fish is a humorous thought |
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Fish Species Wordplay
These names playfully incorporate the specific type or species of the fish into the name.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Anchovice | This name combines 'anchovy' and 'advice', perfect for a wise anchovy |
| Barracurious | A fun fusion of 'barracuda' and 'curious', indicating a barracuda with an inquisitive nature |
| Basskward | It's a playful fusion of 'bass' and 'backward', implying a bass that swims against the current |
| BettaLate | This name merges 'betta' and 'late', implying a betta fish that's always behind schedule |
| Carplempt | A punny blend of 'carp' and 'contempt', indicating a carp with a bad attitude |
| Codfession | It's a fun combination of 'cod' and 'confession', hinting at a cod with a secret |
| Crayfishful | This name blends 'crayfish' and 'wishful', suggesting a hopeful crayfish |
| Doradical | This name combines 'dorado' and 'radical', perfect for a dorado with extreme views |
| Eeling | This name blends 'eel' and 'feeling', suggesting an eel with emotions |
| Floundoubt | A playful blend of 'flounder' and 'doubt', implying a flounder with insecurities |
| Guppycalypse | A fun fusion of 'guppy' and 'apocalypse', perfect for a guppy causing chaos |
| Halibust | Merges 'halibut' and 'bust', implying a halibut that's a total failure |
| Herringle | Combines 'herring' and 'single', appropriate for a lone herring |
| Mackerelegant | This blends 'mackerel' and 'elegant', hinting at a stylish mackerel |
| Marlinificent | A fun play on 'marlin' and 'magnificent', referring to a marlin of grandeur |
| Minnowsaic | This name merges 'minnow' and 'mosaic', hinting at a minnow with a colorful pattern |
| Piranhatch | This name merges 'piranha' and 'hatch', indicating a young piranha |
| Puffervasive | A fusion of 'puffer' and 'pervasive', suggesting a puffer fish that's everywhere |
| Salmontage | This name merges 'salmon' and 'montage', hinting at a salmon with a cinematic flair |
| Sardiniature | It's a play on the words 'sardine' and 'miniature', suggesting a tiny sardine |
| Sharkastic | This name blends 'shark' and 'sarcastic', implying a shark with a biting wit |
| Stingrayzor | This name combines 'stingray' and 'razor', suggesting a stingray with sharp edges |
| Troutlandish | Combines 'trout' and 'outlandish', suggesting a trout with unusual characteristics |
| Tunattitude | It's a fun combination of 'tuna' and 'attitude', suggesting a tuna with a strong personality |
| Whalegorithm | Merges 'whale' and 'algorithm', hinting at a whale that's a complex problem solver |
Color-Based Names
These names are humorous and descriptive, playing off the unique colors and patterns of the fish.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Beigebass | A light-hearted, color-inspired name for a neutral-toned fish |
| Blackbass | An amusing and color-oriented name for a music-loving fish |
| Bluegill | Has a giggle-worthy name coming from its bluish appearance |
| Bronzebream | A humorously grand name for a fish with a shiny hue |
| Browncod | An amusing and color-based name for a fish with a deep hue |
| Charcoaleel | A color-based name that's funny because it sounds like a BBQ seafood dish |
| Crimsoncarp | A color-based name that sounds like a fish with a dramatic flair |
| Goldie | Reminiscent of a goldfish, but with a more humorous twist |
| Greenling | A funny, color-inspired name for an environmentally conscious fish |
| Indigoshark | A color-inspired name that's hilariously over-the-top for a small fish |
| Jadejellyfish | A humorously luxurious name for a translucent creature |
| Lavenderladyfish | A color-based name that's amusingly feminine |
| Maroonclown | For a fish with a sense of humor and a distinctive color |
| Navyguppy | A color-based name that's comically grandiose for a tiny fish |
| Orangetail | A laugh-inducing name for a fish with a vibrant tail |
| Peachpike | A color-based name that sounds like a fish with a sweet personality |
| Pinkie | It's a cute, color-based name that brings a smile to your face |
| Purpletang | A humorous and color-inspired name for a fish with a zesty personality |
| Rainbowtrout | A delightful name that sounds like a colorful fishy superhero |
| Redsnapper | Sounds like a camera moment with a red twist |
| Rustycatfish | A name that's humorously descriptive of its color and cat-like whiskers |
| Silverfin | Because it sounds like a superhero name |
| Tealperch | A color-based name that sounds like a fish with a unique sense of style |
| Whitespot | A humorous name for a fish with a distinctive feature |
| Yellowfin | A color-based and amusing name inspired by its bright fins |
Food-Related Names
These names are fun because they play off the irony of naming a fish after something that is often eaten.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Alfredo | Fettuccine Alfredo often includes seafood like shrimp or lobster |
| Bagel | Refers to bagel and lox, a popular breakfast dish with smoked salmon |
| Bento | A single-portion take-out or home-packed meal of Japanese origin |
| Bisque | A smooth, creamy soup usually made from lobster, crab, shrimp, or crayfish |
| Bisque | A smooth, creamy soup usually made from lobster, crab, shrimp, or crayfish |
| Butter | A classic addition to many seafood dishes |
| Caviar | Known as a luxury food, it refers to salt-cured fish eggs |
| Chowder | A thickened seafood soup. Clam chowder is an example |
| Chutney | A tangy condiment that complements many seafood dishes |
| Cioppino | A fish stew originating in San Francisco |
| Gazpacho | A Spanish cold soup, often served with seafood |
| Gefilte | A Jewish dish made from a poached mixture of ground deboned fish |
| Gumbo | A staple in Louisiana cooking, often including seafood |
| Hijiki | A strongly flavored sea vegetable, popular in Japanese cuisine |
| Hummus | A funny idea for a fish who is as smooth as this spread |
| Pesto | A flavorful choice for a green betta fish |
| Roe | The fully ripe internal egg masses in the ovaries of fish |
| Salmonella | A bacteria often associated with raw or undercooked seafood |
| Sashimi | A Japanese delicacy consisting of fresh raw fish or meat sliced into thin pieces |
| Scampi | Refers to a type of seafood dish with shrimp or lobster |
| Sushi | It's a popular Japanese dish that usually consists of fish and rice |
| Taco | In reference to fish tacos, a popular Mexican dish |
| Tartar | Refers to tartar sauce, often served with fish |
| Tempura | A common Japanese method of deep-frying seafood |
| Tofu | A clever name for a fish that's as delicate as this soy product |
Pop Culture References
Using names of famous characters or celebrities adds a fun and recognizable element to your fish's name.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| BettaWhite | A tribute to the beloved actress, Betty White |
| BonoBream | For a fish that's a bit of a rockstar, like the U2 frontman |
| BubblesSherlock | For a fish that loves solving mysteries, like the famous detective |
| CarpDiem | For a fish that lives every day to the fullest, like the Dead Poets Society quote |
| ClamyeWest | For a fish with a strong personality and unique style |
| CodKardashian | For a glamorous and attention-loving fish |
| Codney | Referencing Rodney Dangerfield, for a fish that gets no respect |
| Eelvis | For a fish with a rock-n-roll personality, like Elvis Presley |
| FinDiesel | A nod to actor Vin Diesel, for a tough and fast swimming fish |
| FinonaRyder | For a fish with a bit of an indie spirit, like the actress |
| FishawnMendes | A great name for a fish who seems to have a musical talent |
| FishiousCycle | For a fish that loves to move around, like the popular cycling classes |
| FishPitt | For a handsome and charming fish, like the actor Brad Pitt |
| Gillbert | A play on the actor's name, Gilbert Gottfried, with a fishy twist |
| GillGates | For a fish that seems to be a bit of an entrepreneur, like Bill Gates |
| GillSmith | For a fish that's charming and lovable, like the actor |
| GillyCrystal | For a fish that's always making you laugh, like the comedian |
| GoldieHawn | For a golden fish with a bubbly personality, like the actress |
| JellyStreisand | For a fish with a diva's attitude, like the singer |
| Mackerelmore | For a fish that's stylish, like rapper Macklemore |
| MarlinBrando | For a fish with a dramatic flair, like the legendary actor |
| MerylStreepfin | For a fish with an impressive range, like the versatile actress |
| PlaiceWillis | For a brave and bold fish, like the action star Bruce Willis |
| SushiCohen | For a fish with a unique perspective, like the filmmaker |
| SwimShady | Perfect for a fish who's a bit of a rebel, like rapper Eminem |
Pun-Based Names
These names take common phrases or words and tweak them to create a humorous, fish-themed pun.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| AnglerPitt | A punny name inspired by the Hollywood actor, Brad Pitt |
| Baitoven | Based on the famous composer Beethoven, but with a fishing spin |
| BassLaden | A punny name based on Osama Bin Laden, with a bass fish twist |
| Bubblespeare | It's a play on the name of the famous playwright, William Shakespeare |
| ClamEastwood | Named after the actor Clint Eastwood, but with a clam spin |
| Codfather | Named after the famous movie 'The Godfather', with a fishy twist |
| Codzilla | This is a pun on the name of the famous monster, Godzilla |
| EelvisPresley | Named after the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley, but with an eel twist |
| FinDiesel | Named after the tough actor Vin Diesel, but with a fishy twist |
| FinonaRyder | A playful spin on the name of actress Winona Ryder |
| FishiousCycle | A play on the phrase 'vicious cycle', with a fishy twist |
| GillGates | This is a fishy take on the name of Microsoft co-founder, Bill Gates |
| GoldieHawn | A pun on the name of actress Goldie Hawn, with a goldfish twist |
| HaddockHoudini | This is a playful spin on the name of the famous magician, Harry Houdini |
| HerringPotter | A pun on the famous character, Harry Potter, with a herring twist |
| KrillClinton | Named after the former US president, Bill Clinton, but with a krill twist |
| Mackerelmore | A pun on the rapper Macklemore's name, with a mackerel spin |
| SalmonRushdie | A pun on the name of the famous author, Salman Rushdie |
| SardineDion | A fishy take on the singer Celine Dion's name |
| SquidneyCrosby | A punny name based on the hockey player Sidney Crosby |
| SushiEnthusiast | A humorous nod to sushi lovers |
| Swimberlake | Inspired by the singer Justin Timberlake, with a swimming twist |
| SwimShady | This name is a pun on the rapper Eminem's alter ego, Slim Shady |
| TroutKingsley | A playful twist on the name of actor Ben Kingsley |
| TunaTurner | A punny name inspired by the singer Tina Turner |