290 Sssensational Snake Names: The Ultimate List for Your Slithery Friend

Welcome to the fascinating world of snake ownership! Whether you’ve just welcomed a slithery new friend or are a seasoned reptile enthusiast, choosing the perfect name for your snake is an important step in building a lifelong bond.

A great snake name reflects your pet’s unique personality and appearance, while showcasing your creativity and sense of humor. It’s a way to celebrate the special connection you share with your scaly sidekick and make them feel like a true member of the family.

We’ve compiled over 250 sss-sensational name ideas to inspire you and your serpentine friend. From species-inspired names to pun-tastic monikers that will make you chuckle, we’ve got you covered. Plus, we’ll share tips on picking the perfect name and making it part of your daily bonding routine.

So coil up, get comfortable, and let’s dive into the world of snake names!

1. Serpentine Style – Names Inspired by Your Snake’s Appearance

One of the first things you’ll notice about your new snake is their stunning appearance. Whether they’re a vibrant green tree python or a sleek black rat snake, their unique colors and patterns are a great source of inspiration for a name that truly captures their essence.

Names for Colorful Snakes

1. Aurora

2. Blaze

3. Buttercup

4. Canary

5. Chartreuse

6. Cherry

7. Cinnamon

8. Citrine

9. Coral

10. Crimson

11. Dandelion

12. Emerald

13. Ginger

14. Indigo

15. Jade

16. Jasper

17. Lemon

18. Magenta

19. Marigold

20. Neon

21. Olive

22. Onyx

23. Orchid

24. Peridot

25. Rainbow

26. Ruby

27. Sage

28. Sapphire

29. Scarlet

30. Tangerine

Names for Patterned Snakes

31. Argyle

32. Bandana

33. Bangle

34. Checkers

35. Chevron

36. Confetti

37. Dapple

38. Dazzle

39. Domino

40. Dotty

41. Freckles

42. Gingham

43. Harlequin

44. Kaleidoscope

45. Marbled

46. Mosaic

47. Motley

48. Paisley

49. Patchwork

50. Pinstripe

51. Pixel

52. Plaid

53. Polka

54. Prism

55. Rustic

56. Speckle

57. Stripes

58. Tartan

59. Tweed

60. Zigzag

Names Based on Snake Species

61. Anaconda

62. Boa

63. Cobra

64. Copperhead 

65. Corn

66. Cottonmouth

67. Diamondback

68. Garter

69. Hognose

70. Kingsnake

71. Krait

72. Mamba

73. Milk

74. Python

75. Rattler

76. Sidewinder

77. Taipan

78. Viper

79. Water Moccasin

80. Woma

2. Hiss-terical Personalities – Names That Celebrate Your Snake’s Quirks

Every snake has its own unique personality, from the curious and adventurous to the calm and cuddly. Naming your snake after their individual quirks is a great way to celebrate what makes them special and showcase your bond with your scaly friend.

Curious & Adventurous Names

81. Amelia Serpent-heart

82. Captain Noodle

83. Cleopatra

84. Columbus

85. Conquistador

86. Darwin

87. Dora

88. Earhart

89. Explorer

90. Ferdinand

91. Gallivanter

92. Houdini

93. Indy

94. Jumanji

95. Lara

96. Livingstone

97. Magellan

98. Nemo

99. Nomad

100. Ponce de Leon

101. Quest

102. Rango

103. Safari

104. Sherlock

105. Slick

106. Slinky

107. Stanley

108. Swiffer

109. Twist

110. Wanderer

Calm & Cuddly Names

111. Biscuit

112. Boba

113. Boots

114. Breadstick

115. Buddy

116. Cashmere

117. Chai

118. Chamomile

119. Cinnamon Bun

120. Cuddles

121. Dumpling

122. Gnocchi

123. Gordito

124. Huggy

125. Lazy

126. Marshmallow

127. Mochi

128. Noodle

129. Pancake

130. Peanut (a similar one can be found on our list of lizard names)

131. Peep

132. Plushie

133. Pudding

134. Puffball

135. Sleepy

136. Slinky

137. Snuggles

138. Squishie

139. Sushi

140. Tater Tot

Sassy & Spunky Names

141. Calamity

142. Chili

143. Cinder

144. Cleopatra

145. Diva

146. Doodle

147. Ember

148. Fizz

149. Flame

150. Foxy

151. Habanero

152. Jalapeño

153. Jinx

154. Kismet

155. Luna

156. Mayhem

157. Medusa

158. Mustang

159. Ninja

160. Pepper

161. Pixie

162. Prankster

163. Rascal

164. Rogue

165. Saffron

166. Sassy

167. Siren

168. Smolder

169. Spitfire

170. Trickster

3. Mythical Monikers – Legendary Names for Legendary Snakes

Throughout history and mythology, snakes have been revered as powerful, wise, and sometimes even divine creatures. Naming your snake after a legendary serpent or a mythical figure associated with snakes is a great way to honor their regal bearing and mysterious allure.

Mythological Snake Names

171. Apophis (Egyptian chaos serpent)

172. Avanyu (Native American horned serpent)

173. Bakunawa (Philippine dragon serpent)

174. Basilisk (European serpent king)

175. Echidna (Greek mother of monsters, half-snake)

176. Hydra (Greek multi-headed serpent)

177. Jörmungandr (Norse world-serpent)

178. Kucumatz (Mayan feathered serpent)

179. Kukulkan (Aztec feathered serpent)

180. Leviathan (Biblical sea serpent)

181. Medusa (Greek gorgon with snakes for hair)

182. Mucalinda (Buddhist naga king)

183. Naga (Hindu & Buddhist serpent deity)

184. Ouroboros (Greek & Egyptian infinity serpent)

185. Python (Greek serpent slain by Apollo)

186. Quetzalcoatl (Aztec feathered serpent god)

187. Rainbow Serpent (Aboriginal Australian creation being)

188. Serpent of Eden (Biblical tempter serpent)

189. Tsuchinoko (Japanese fat snake creature)

190. Vritra (Vedic dragon serpent)

Historical & Literary Names

191. Asclepius (Greek god of medicine, with a serpent staff)

192. Bram Stoker (Author of Dracula)

193. Cleopatra (Egyptian queen associated with snake suicide)

194. Hermes (Greek god with caduceus staff)

195. Hippocrates (Greek father of medicine, with serpent staff)

196. HP Lovecraft (Horror author with snake themes)

197. Saint Patrick (Christian saint who banished snakes from Ireland)

198. Salazar (Harry Potter founder associated with snakes)

199. Slytherin (Harry Potter house associated with snakes)

200. Voldemort (Harry Potter villain associated with snakes)

4. Pop Serpent – Slithering into Pop Culture

From ancient myths to modern media, snakes have always been a favorite subject in pop culture. If you’re a fan of movies, books, or TV shows featuring memorable serpentine characters, why not name your snake after one of these iconic figures?

Movie & TV Snake Names

201. Anaconda (Anacondas movie franchise)

202. Asmodeus (Redwall book series)

203. Basilisk (Harry Potter)

204. Crowley (Good Omens)

205. Drogon (Game of Thrones dragon)

206. Hisser (Bojack Horseman)

207. Hypnotoad (Futurama)

208. Jafar (Aladdin)

209. Kaa (The Jungle Book)

210. Nagini (Harry Potter)

211. Po (Kung Fu Panda)

212. Rattlesnake Jake (Rango)

213. Sammy (Sesame Street)

214. Rikki-Tikki-Tavi (Rudyard Kipling story)

215. Serpentine (MLP: Friendship is Magic)

216. Shenzi (The Lion King)

217. Shere Khan (The Jungle Book)

218. Sir Hiss (Robin Hood)

219. The Snake (The LEGO Ninjago Movie)

220. Verdi (Verdi by Janell Cannon)

Celebrity Snake Names

221. Britney Speares

222. Chris Hissy

223. Cobra Winfrey

224. Doja Cat-Eye Snake

225. Fangela Lansbury

226. Ferris Rattler

227. Gordan Ramsnake

228. Hisstin Timberlake 

229. James Corden Viper

230. Jane Constrictor

231. Kanye Hisst

232. Kim Constrictor

233. Kobe Constrictor

234. Lionel Hissy

235. Marilyn Monboa

236. Miley Pythonrus

237. Post Mamba

238. Robert Hissinson Jr.

239. Salvador Dalion Snake

240. Scarlett Boa-hansson

5. Hissterical Wordplay – Clever Puns & Snake Jokes

If you love a good pun or enjoy making people chuckle with your clever wordplay, a snake name that incorporates some slithery humor might be just the thing for you. These hiss-terical names are sure to tickle your funny bone and make your snake stand out from the crowd.

Punny Snake Names

241. Angelina Boa-lie

242. Anna Constrictor

243. Boa Bun-ham

244. Boaby Flay

245. Boa-dacious

246. Cobra-cadabra

247. Curl Slithers

248. Fangtasia

249. Greased Viperin’  

250. Halle Boa-rry

251. Hissterical

252. Indiana Jaws

253. Jafar-Out Snake

254. Kaa-ching!

255. Medusa-muser

256. Noodle Nacho

257. Nope Rope

258. Queen La-hiss-fah

259. Rattle Rattle Rattle

260. Slimy Hendrix

261. Slither Slither Bang Bang

262. Slithersome Lovesome Snake

263. Snekkie Minaj

264. Snoop Boa

265. Ssssmokin’

266. Sssssssnake Plissken

267. The Serpent King

268. This Is Hiss!

269. Victoria’s Reticulated Secret

270. Viperactive

Snake Joke Names

271. Danger Noodle

272. Double Snake, 7 Years Ago 

273. EB Green

274. Heckle & Jeckle-Hyde Snake

275. Indiana Hiss

276. Just a Minute Snake

277. Long Mover

278. My Snake’s Keeper

279. Rikki Don’t Lose That Number

280. Sharknado 3: Oh Hail Snake

281. Slither Me Timbers

282. Slither-een

283. Slithers With Wolves

284. Snake-wondo

285. Snek n’ Bacon

286. Snektacular

287. Tie a Yellow Nope Rope Around the Old Oak Tree

288. Veronica Snake

289. Where the Wildboas Are

290. You’ve Got Snail

Tips for Naming Your Snake

Now that you’ve seen a wide variety of snake name ideas, it’s time to choose the perfect one for your scaly friend. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:

1. Consider your snake’s unique appearance, personality, and species. Look for a name that celebrates what makes them special.
2. Think about your own interests and sense of humor. Your snake’s name can be a reflection of your passions and personality too.
3. Say the name out loud a few times. Does it roll off the tongue easily? Is it fun to say?
4. Avoid names that might be confusing or sound too similar to commands like “no” or “stay.”
5. Don’t feel pressured to choose the perfect name right away. Sometimes it takes a little time to get to know your snake’s personality and find a name that fits just right.

Remember, naming your snake is just one small way to bond with your new companion. The most important thing is to provide them with proper care, a comfortable habitat, and plenty of love and attention.

Conclusion: A Snake by Any Other Name

In the end, the perfect snake name is the one that feels right to you and your scaly friend. Whether you opt for a pun-tastic pop culture reference, a mythical moniker that evokes ancient wisdom, or a simple name inspired by your snake’s stunning appearance, the key is to choose something that makes you smile and forges a connection between you and your pet.

So have fun, get creative, and enjoy the process of discovering your snake’s unique identity. And remember, a snake by any other name would still be just as sweet (or sassy, or spooky, or silly – the choice is yours!).

We hope this guide has inspired you and given you plenty of ideas for naming your own serpentine sidekick. Now we want to hear from you! Share your favorite snake names in the comments below, or tell us what you decided to call your own slithery friend.

Happy naming, and here’s to many joyful years with your snake!