There isn’t really a “wrong” way to name your pet. We were kidding around before about calling your snake by name, but in actuality, your pet won’t care about his or her way at all. This is all about you.
But many keepers struggle to name their reptilian pets. After all, things like “Fido” and “Lassie” don’t exactly fit snakes, lizards or turtles. So, we’ll share 189 different examples and try to get your creative juices flowing by discussing some of the things you may want to think about when picking a name.
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Female Ball Python Names
There are dozens of great names for female ball pythons! We share a few of our favorites below.
- Anita
- Arabelle
- Beauty
- Bella
- Betty
- Bindi
- Brandy
- Bristol
- Cassie
- Dharia
- Dolly
- Electra
- Elle
- Giselle
- Helen
- Holly
- Hope
- Iris
- Kara
- Kira
- Layla
- Leia
- Margo
- Marley
- Pearl
- Sienna
- Wynona
- Xena
- Zoe
Male Ball Python Names
Got a male ball python? Be sure to consider the ones below!
- Bruce
- Clyde
- Colt
- Devon
- Gordon
- Jackson
- Jasper
- Jax
- Lenny
- Leo
- Logan
- Luca
- Oliver
- Pascal
- Peter
- Pier
- Ramsey
- Randy
- Ricky
- Sly
- Troy
- Walter
- Wayne
- Wilbur
- Woody
- Ziggy
Colorful Ball Python Names
Even normal-looking ball pythons are beautiful serpents, but modern keepers have a kaleidoscope of colors to choose from. So, color-oriented names certainly deserve consideration.
- Amethyst
- Aqua / Aquamarine
- Azul
- Cherry
- Cyan
- Fuchsia
- Goldie
- Gray
- Indigo
- Inky
- Olive
- Onyx
- Peach
- Pink
- Rosie
- Scarlet
- Silver
- Verde
- Violet
Mythical and Historic Ball Python Names
Snakes have played pivotal roles in several historical events, as well as many mythical tales. So, it’s only fitting that many keepers like to use names that are based around these personalities and characters.
- Alpha
- Apollo
- Athena
- Cleopatra
- Devil
- Diablo
- Dragon
- Eden
- Eve
- Gollum
- Hendrix
- Hera
- Hercules
- Hydra
- Jupiter
- Lucifer
- Mars
- Medusa
- Pegasus
- Spartacus
- Zena
Badass / Macho / Scary Ball Python Names
Even though most keepers know ball pythons are typically very docile, low-key snakes, they’re still very impressive animals. This means you may want to choose a relatively gruff name, so your pet gets the respect he deserves.
- Ace
- Apocalypse
- Banshee
- Beast
- Brutus
- Butch
- Captain
- Chief
- Danger
- Daredevil
- Diesel
- Evel Knievel
- Fang
- Gunner
- Harley
- Hulk
- Hunter
- Killer
- Magnum Bullet
- Monster
- Outlaw
- Rex
- Rocky
- Steel
- Titan
Geographical and Nature-Based Ball Python Names
Given that ball pythons are still “wild” animals, it’s a good idea to consider names that relate to neat places or things you’d find in nature. Personally, I’d recommend going with a relevant geographical name (I’d never name an African snake after a country in South America or Europe), but your pet won’t mind if you mix up the locations.
- Amazon
- Bengal
- Brazil
- China
- Cypress
- Dakota
- Florida
- Flower
- Gaia
- Georgia
- Hawthorn
- India
- Ivy
- Juniper
- Juno
- London
- Luna
- Mali
- Mulberry
- Myrtle
- Paris
- Raven
- Stormy
- Sydney
- Topaz
- Vegas
- Vienna
- Wren
Food-Related Ball Python Names
Have a ball python who loves to eat? Do you work in the culinary industry or just like to cook? If so, you should consider giving your pet a food-based name. Here are a few of our favorites:
- Avocado
- Banana
- Basil
- Burrito
- Cupcake
- Donut
- Ginger
- Guava
- Hamburger
- Mango
- Pesto
- Pickle
- Pringle
- Tequila Yucca
- Thyme
Funny Ball Python Names
Many keepers like having a bit of fun when naming their snake. If this sounds like you, consider some of the funny, ironic and silly names below.
- Bam Bam
- Barney
- Buttercup
- Cactus
- Cosmo
- Cutie
- Dude
- Ghost
- Gremlin
- Gypsy
- Jagger
- Kitty
- Mickey
- Monty (Python)
- Nemo
- Nessie
- Piglet
- Precious
- Scales
- Slytherin
- Tank
- Toad
- Toto
- Vampire
- Yoda
- Yoshi
How to Choose a Good Name?
There aren’t any hard-and-fast rules about picking a ball python’s name; you can name your snake whatever you like. That said, we’d recommend thinking carefully about your personality, as well as your snake’s unique characteristics when making your choice.
For example, if you’re in culinary school, a food-related name seems like a no-brainer. Similarly, if you’re a history professor, or simply interested in the ancient world, you may find a mythical name is ideal.
Of course, if your snake has something truly unique about him – such as breath-taking colors or unusual pattern elements – you should consider basing his name around that. Perhaps “Ghost” for a hypomelanistic specimen or “Onyx” for an unusually dark specimen.
Ultimately, the most important thing is just that you pick a name you like. Your snake won’t mind one way or the other.
One final tip: Don’t ever name your snake something offensive. Even if you think it’s funny, you probably won’t find it amusing when you have to explain your snake’s name to your vet!
It’s Your Turn!
As you can see, there is no shortage of awesome ball python names for you to choose from. Just be sure to give yourself plenty of time to think about it, and don’t be afraid to get creative!
I’ve never come up with an especially awesome ball python name, but I did have a beautiful Sumatran blood python for many years with a fantastic name. As a bright orange, pointy-tailed snake, the name “Carrots” seemed appropriate. It became even more awesome when you consider her typical food source: rabbits.
Does your ball python have a particularly awesome name? We’d love to hear about it! Let us know what name you chose in the comments below, and don’t forget to share this article with your snake-keeping friends!
6 thoughts on “189 Inspiring Ball Python Names for Male and Female”
How could you not include the name Noodle, Danger Noodle or Snek in your list :’)
I was thinking a good name when I looked through them and something that caught my mind was Archie I think that is a good name for am milk snake, corn snake, king snake, or a ball python. I would recommend a ball python for people that need to save money or for a non biter Snake that is good for beginners or a 7 and older child that would want a pet snake. They can be good Companions And can take out places because they will just sit in you hand and be adorable. Thank you for reading my comment and make sure to do research if you are thinking of getting an adorable pet snake.
I have 9 ball python females. Their names are….
Lucy
Zelda
Khaleesi
Zahra
Mali
Sierra
Eve
Akua
Aries
I has a little boi I call Apollo. He is a ball python and het pastel. He has little aliens on him and he is adorable. The name I picked is cool for him too because he has this one spot on his back that like fades so it looks like the sun. He is also ticklish. If you are interested in the Greek world you’ll know Apollo is the sun god. Sorry for the long comment but my nope rope is so amazing I can’t stop hyping him up. If you made it to the end congrats and Apollo wants you to have a good day😁.
can someone give me reasons to get a ball python I am trying to convince my parents into letting me get one? I am making a slide show of why we should get a snake. I have one dog in the house. I am 13 years old and I heard ball pythons are good with kids, I am the youngest in my house not including my dog. Anything I can use to convince them?
Hey, Kayleigh!
I remember (decades ago) trying to convince my parents to let me have a snake! So, I certainly sympathize with your situation.
I’d recommend focusing on the educational aspects of getting a snake for a pet. In doing so, you’ll learn about biology, ecology, geography, physics and several other disciplines!
Also, it may be worth noting that snakes are rather low-maintenance pets when compared to dogs. They’re also silent, they do not shed hair all over the place, and they are much cheaper to maintain than a dog.
Best of luck!