Keeping crocodiles, caimans, or alligators as pets is a dramatic lifestyle choice that should not be taken lightly. They can grow up to 20 feet long and weigh over 2,000 pounds. However, if you are looking for an exotic pet, then the crocodile is a perfect option.
They need very little space in which to thrive; they enjoy swimming and basking in the sun; they do not require any special food or care; their skin is remarkably tough and difficult to puncture with just about anything other than another crocodile’s teeth. But before you commit yourself to this unique animal as your new best friend, make sure that you know what it takes to keep one of these watery creatures alive.
How to name a crocodile pet?
Crocodiles can make excellent pets for the right people. And just like any pet, crocodilians should have a name to call their own. Here are some tips on how to choose a perfect Crocodile name:
- Start with contemplating what you want your croc’s personality and character traits to be. Pick something that suits them best. Do they look ferocious or playful? Are they timid or curious? These questions will help lead you in naming your new companion.
- Research types of crocodilian species names. This might give you ideas based on geographical location, physical features, behavior, etc. You may also consult sources such as books about reptiles.
- Keep in mind that a crocodile’s name can be more than just one word. The specific type of Croc may dictate this, but it is not always the case.
- Choose a name that will match the situation in which your croc is. Would “Crazy” be appropriate for when my crocodile gets angry? Or how about “Tiny” to show their small size?
You can have up to four Crocodiles as pets, but you should make sure they all get along with each other before buying them or adopting them from a shelter. Unfortunately, there are many predators of crocodilians such as sharks and eagles so it’s important to keep an eye on these lovable creatures if they’re not swimming in water. You may also want to consider adding some saltwater fish into your tank to help create an environment that matches their natural habitat.
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Best Crocodile Names
Some of the best names you can give your crocodile include.
- Capone
- Drake
- Cranky
- Water Dragon
- Rumble
- Grumble
- Lunge
- Ripples
- Pickle
- Ashley
- Yoshi
- Elvis
- Jaws
- Toto
- Frank
- Chomp
- Rock
- Smaug
- Susan
- Twiggy
Baby Crocodile Names
Here is a list of newly hatched crocodiles
- Vector-A male crocodile from ‘Knuckles’.
- Mr. Vile-A male crocodile from ‘Banjo-Kazooie’.
- Tuba Croc-A male crocodile from ‘Tuba Croc’.
- Rosie-A female crocodile from ‘Maneater’.
- King K. Rool-A male crocodile from ‘Kong Donkey Country’.
- Mz Ruby- A female crocodile from ‘Sly Cooper’.
- Latch- A male crocodile from ‘Lethal League’.
- Renekton- A male crocodile from ‘League of Legends’.
- Bratty- A female crocodile from ‘Undertake’.
- King Croc- A male crocodile from ‘Wild Animal Sports Day’.
Good Crocodile Names
Here is a list of good names for you crocodiles.
- Juniper
- Atla
- Rocky
- Casper
- Hobby
- Crystal
- Stirling
- Shelly
- Cirrus
- Mojo
- Judah
- Clive
- Fischer
- Victor
- Inchyra
- Ollie
- Zooter
- Zeppo
- Chomper
- Jonah
- Crocky
- Corvus
- Gummo
- Odin
- Matrix
- Journey
- Marvin
- Bruno
- Gizmo
- Snoop
- Narla
- Ajax
Female Crocodile Names
If you have a female crocodile, here are some wonderful names you can choose from.
- Harper
- Addison
- Hannah
- Chloe
- Mia
- Nikita
- Latte
- Queen
- Mavis
- Maxine
- Ladybug
- Hiquita
- Greta
- Gemma
- Jolene
- Giuliana
- Giada
- Giorgia
- Doreene
- Fergie
- Edna
- Jill
- Eisha
- Ula
- Enid
- Selma
- Magnolia
- Rowena
- Malibu
- Reaghan
- Muriel
- Ove
- Nareen- satisfied
- Oriana- blond
- Nola
- Oifa
- Gilda
- Donella
- Ginessa
- Deva
- Fiacra
- Deidre
- Kayla
- Cordelia
- Mitzee
- Cinnie
- Josie
- Carmel
- Holly
- April
- Amber
- Becky
- Julia
- Petal
- Andrea
- Genevieve
- Hermia
- Evelina
- Zalie
- Julie
- Svana
- Lola
- Emrys
Male Crocodile Names
Do you have a male crocodile? Here are some names for your male crocodiles.
- Tank
- Aspen
- Earl
- Alex
- Parker
- Ernie
- Bart
- Gus
- Eddie
- Buck
- Tucker
- Duke
- Archie
- Otis
- Milo
- Ed
- Lennox
- Joe
- Jojo
- Theo
- Hugo
- Rector
- Ace
- Barney
- Mike
- Pip
- Dexter
- Scully
- Bentley
- Merlin
- Buzz
- Bodie
- Sebastian
- Felix
- Saul
- Leon
- Ozzie
- Gatsby
- Sammy
- Barclay
- Chandler
- Jasper
- Nico
- Paulie
- Moby
- Franky
- Murphy
- Tanner
- Hutch
- Ra
- Teddy
- Thor
- Winston
- Scout
Cute Crocodile Names
Are you interested in giving your crocodile a cute name? Below is the list.
- Scoot
- Sprinkles
- Racer
- Maximus
- Nessie
- Metal
- Sasha
- Trix
- Beefy
- Noodle
- Whiz
- Snappy
- Chua
- Speedy
- Wiggles
- Nagini
- Sangone
- Kurma
- Slider
- Slinky
- Climber
- Hydra
- Poptart
- Neo
- Chex
Funny Crocodile Names
You might be there and you would like to give your crocodile a funny name that would make you feel motivated, here is the list.
- Leatherhead
- Cruise Control
- Grimace
- Albert Gator
- Chomp
- Beastie Boy
- Beastie Boy
- Brutus
- Mr. Vile
- Slither
- Mr. Dentist
- Scaly
- Wally Gator
- King Gator
- Smaug
- Nero
- New Boots
- Crocobot
- Mr. Chomps
- Drogon
Cartoon Crocodile Names
This is a list of some cartoon crocodile names you can give to your crocodile.
- Master Croc
- Wally Gator- An alligator who tends to avoid problems.
- Steven
- Sirol
- Rover
- Gummy
- King Gator
- Dil
- Gabby Gator
- Christopher
Pet Crocodile Names
You might be wondering what name to give to your pet, below is a list of names for your pet crocodile.
- Lizzie
- Pendragon
- Norbert
- Falcor
- Rango
- Spyro
- Dragonbait
- Speedy Gonzales
- Izzy
- Monstro
- Charybdis
- Melusine
- Grindylow
- Jaw
- Jade
- Crush
- Gila
- Gamera
- Elliot
- Gojira
- Drake
- Tiberius
- Draco
- Viserion
- Natsu
- Kimono
- Natsu
- Leap
- Mushu
- Merlin
- Dexter
- Charizard
- Xerxes
- Sobek
- Balerion
- Jabberwock
- Godzilla
- Sharptooth
- Rhaegal
- Haku
- Scylla
Cool Crocodile Names
Below is a list of cool names you can give your crocodile.
- Stubble
- Pugsly
- Coco
- Glub Glub
- Jade
- Donatello
- Michaelangelo
- Puff Daddy
- Velcro
- Flick
- Fire in the Water
- Dino
- Green Scum
- Raphael
- Cricket
- Evil Eye
- Wylie
- Igor
- Flash
- Chewy
- Ivory
- Baby
- Freckles
- Swamp Thing
- Club Foot
- Lightning
- Ely
- Teeth
- Tarzan
- Chomp the Magic Gator
Prehistoric Crocodile Names
- Gryposuchus- A slender crocodile with a projecting mouth named after the Euthecodon.
- Rhamphosuchus- A crocodile with incomplete skulls, teeth mostly, and sets of fossils
- Deinosuchus- Translates as “terrible crocodile”
- Mourasuchus- Originates from the Miocene of South Africa.
- Sarcosuchus Imperator- Popularly known as “supercroc”
- Purussaurus Brasilensis- Relative of the alligator.
Disney Crocodile Names
Below is a list of some of the well known off crocodiles from the globe of Disney
- Kiburi-One of the characters from The Lion Guard.
- Tick-Tock the Crocodile- Translating to Peter Pan.
- Ben Ali Gator- A good name for well known tall and slender alligator ‘Fantasia’
- Captain Crocodile- A supporting antagonist from the cartoon film ‘Robin Hood’.
- Brutus and Nero- Madame Medusa pet crocodiles from the main film.
Conclusion
Based on all names mentioned above, you can now be decisive on what to call your crocodilian pet. Though we are not allowed to keep crocodiles as pets, as I mentioned previously crocodilians such as spectacled caimans which have been discovered in recent years can be kept as pets. These crocodilians are not very dangerous compared to other crocodiles; hence you can keep one as your pet and find a suitable name for it. Happy Namin.
