Rabbits are ninety percent ears and ten percent judgment, and they deserve a name that lives up to that ratio. Whether you have a dwarf bunny the size of a teacup or a lop that could pass for a small dog, the right name makes every hop a little funnier.
This list is for new rabbit owners, kids naming their first pet, and anyone with a bonded pair who needs matching names by the weekend. We have cute picks, groan-worthy puns, food names, color-based ideas, giant names for tiny bunnies, and a few titles far too grand for an animal that eats cardboard.
Hop through, shortlist a few, and pick the one that suits the ears.
Cute Rabbit Names
Soft, sweet, and easy to say in a baby voice. These are the names that get picked the moment a bunny wiggles its nose.
- Clover
- Cottontail
- Nibbles
- Snowdrop
- Buttercup
- Daisy
- Willow
- Poppy
- Maple
- Honey
- Bumble
- Pippin
- Cuddles
- Twitch
- Binky
- Hopscotch
- Velvet
- Tulip
- Petal
- Blossom
- Doodlebug
- Peach Fuzz
Funny and Punny Rabbit Names
Hops, hares, buns, and ears give you an unfair number of puns to work with. Here are the ones worth using.
- Bunjamin — a founding father of the hutch
- Sir Hops-a-Lot — knighted for aerial excellence
- Hare Houdini — escapes any pen you build
- Bunny Bonaparte — tiny, ambitious, plots the takeover
- Hopcules — the strongest thumper in the land
- Bunthoven — thumps out a symphony at midnight
- Bunderella — leaves a slipper-shaped mess behind
- Hoppy Hour — the five o’clock zoomies
- Twenty-Four Carrot — pure gold, very hungry
- Hip Hop — has moves, uses them constantly
- Bun Appetit — says grace over the salad bowl
- Hopportunity — never misses an open door
- Earl Grey — steeped in dignity, ears to match
- Eartha — the ears deserve top billing
- Hare Force One — official transport of the household
- Hare Conditioner — impossibly soft, faintly floral
- Hare Raiser — thrilling in a small, fluffy way
- Bunsen Burner — the resident science-lab bunny
- Jumping Jack — the whole workout in one rabbit
- Hoppy McHopface — named by popular vote
- Lettuce Be Friends — the peace-offering rabbit, salad included
- Bunzo — chaos with a cottontail
Food-Inspired Rabbit Names
Rabbits eat like tiny food critics, so a name from the produce aisle or the bakery counter fits right in.
- Carrot Cake
- Cinnamon Bun
- Honey Bun
- Parsley
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Arugula
- Radish
- Turnip
- Celery
- Romaine
- Mango
- Blueberry
- Raspberry
- Oatmeal
- Cocoa
- Biscotti
- Scone
- Crumpet
- Toffee
Rabbit Names Based on Fur Color and Markings
White, black, grey, brown, and everything spotted. Let the coat make the decision for you.
- Snowball
- Powder
- Sugar
- Chalk
- Ivory
- Coal
- Ebony
- Smoke
- Slate
- Silver
- Rust
- Caramel
- Sandy
- Fawn
- Mocha
- Chestnut
- Patches
- Freckles
Rabbit Names for Boys
Friendly, slightly mischievous names for bucks who dig, thump, and rearrange the hutch on a schedule.
- Harvey
- Benny
- Jasper
- Milo
- Oliver
- Theo
- Felix
- Arlo
- Hugo
- Louie
- Rudy
- Otto
- Finn
- Leo
- Alfie
- Freddie
- Monty
- Winston
- Rufus
- Ziggy
Rabbit Names for Girls
Sweet and a little bossy, just like most does once they settle in.
- Lola
- Rosie
- Bella
- Luna
- Ivy
- Ruby
- Millie
- Penny
- Coco
- Elsie
- Matilda
- Flora
- Lily
- Juniper
- Marigold
- Primrose
- Winnie
- Tilly
- Dottie
- Delilah
Big Names for Tiny Bunnies
A dwarf rabbit named after a god of war is funny every single time you say it.
- Zeus
- Odin
- Atlas
- Apollo
- Ares
- Bear
- Moose
- Thunder
- Fang
- Spike
- Warlord
- Viking
- Gladiator
- Samson
- Ragnar
- Attila
- Spartacus
- Bulldozer
Celebrity-Style Parody Rabbit Names
Your bunny already acts like it has a publicist. These names complete the look.
- The Bunfather
- Lil Hopper
- Lady Hoppington
- Baron Von Binky
- Professor Flopsworth
- Doctor Nibblesworth
- Countess of Carrots
- Duke of Dandelions
- Mayor of the Meadow
- CEO of Hay
- DJ Thump
- MC Munch
- Madame Floppy Ears
- Bunny McBunface
- Her Royal Hoppiness
- Judge Nibbles
- Agent Whiskers
- Captain Cottontail
Old-Fashioned Human Names for Rabbits
Rabbits have a certain Victorian dignity, especially when they are cross with you. Names from a family Bible suit them well.
- Barnaby
- Humphrey
- Alistair
- Cecil
- Edmund
- Ferdinand
- Gilbert
- Ignatius
- Lionel
- Quentin
- Thaddeus
- Ulysses
- Constance
- Dorothea
- Genevieve
- Henrietta
- Imogen
- Loretta
- Marjorie
- Octavia
Rabbit Name Pairs for Bonded Bunnies
Bonded rabbits do everything together, so their names should match. Each pair below works for any two coats or personalities.
- Bunnie and Clyde — partners in crime, mostly cord-chewing
- Hop and Skip — the two speeds they own
- Thump and Bump — the sounds of a rabbit night
- Fluff and Puff — one is round, the other is rounder
- Wiggle and Twitch — named for the noses
- Day and Night — the white one and the black one
- Peaches and Cream — the orange one and the cream one
- Carrots and Peas — dinner, but as a duo
- Parsley and Sage — herbs, harmony, and hay
- Rosemary and Thyme — the garden’s most fragrant pair
- Oats and Honey — sweet, wholesome, slightly sticky
- Hay and Straw — one is dinner, one is bedding
- Nickel and Dime — small change with big personalities
- Wink and Blink — masters of synchronized napping
- Bumble and Tumble — the binky and the crash landing
- Snip and Snap — the clippers and the attitude
- Nibble and Munch — a two-rabbit salad disposal team
- Pen and Ink — the pale one and the dark one
Creative and Unique Rabbit Names
For owners who want a name nobody at the vet has heard before. Whimsical, wordy, and a bit unexpected.
- Sprocket
- Pixel
- Widget
- Gadget
- Quill
- Tinker
- Nimbus
- Zephyr
- Echo
- Fable
- Sonnet
- Haiku
- Riddle
- Whimsy
- Juno
- Lumen
- Cosmo
- Orbit
Short Rabbit Names
One quick syllable is easiest for a rabbit to learn and for you to shout across the garden.
- Bun
- Hop
- Flop
- Mop
- Fizz
- Kit
- Bam
- Gus
- Lu
- Tux
- Wren
- Pop
- Bop
- Fuzz
- Zed
- Pim
- Bex
- Jazz
- Tig
- Nibs
How to Pick the Perfect Rabbit Name
Rabbits actually learn their names with enough repetition, so pick one you are happy to repeat.
- Keep it to two syllables for daily use, since rabbits respond better to short, distinct sounds.
- Look at the ears, the coat, and the personality before deciding, because most great rabbit names come from one of those three.
- Say it in a calm voice and make sure it does not sound like a warning, since rabbits startle easily.
- For a bonded pair, choose names that sound different from each other so both rabbits learn who is who.
- Test it against the nickname you will actually use, because Bartholomew will become Bart no matter how hard you resist.
- Let a child help if the rabbit is theirs, but keep veto power over anything you cannot say to a vet.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a cute name for a rabbit?
Soft, small names suit rabbits best. Clover, Nibbles, and Snowdrop are classic choices, while Binky and Peach Fuzz add a little personality without losing the sweetness.
What are funny bunny names?
Puns are the fastest route to a laugh. Sir Hops-a-Lot, Hare Houdini, and Bun Appetit all get a reaction, and a big warrior name like Attila on a two-pound dwarf rabbit is funnier still.
What should I name two bonded rabbits?
Pick a pair that describes the two of them together, like Day and Night for a black and white duo or Nibble and Munch for a pair that shares a salad. Matching names make the bond obvious to everyone.
How do I pick a name for a black or white rabbit?
Start with the coat and add a twist. A white rabbit can be Powder, Chalk, or Snowball, while a black one suits Coal, Ebony, or Smoke, and any of them get funnier paired with a title like Baron Von Binky.
Final Thoughts
There is no wrong answer here, only a rabbit waiting to be introduced. Pick your favorite, mix a cute name with a pun if you want something original, and try it out for a few days. Then share this list with the next person who brings home a pair of ears.