So you’ve recently got a rat, or soon to get one. But you’re not sure of what to call them. Perhaps you are looking at getting several and need a few names. Either way, I’m here to help.

Today, we’ll be taking a look at some of the best pet rat names around.

Whether they are a little more serious or more on the unique and humorous side, you’ll be sure to find something that is right for your new rodent here today.

And at the end, I’ll be sharing with you my personal favorite.

So be sure to keep reading.

Male Rat Names

Below are some of the best male rat names:

Bruno
Buck
Robert
Rupert
Ronald
Rodney
Roman
Remington
Ricardo
Romeo
Ruben
Roland
Rocky
Reginald
Ranger
Roald
Rafi
Rusty
Ramirez
Reg
Randolf
Rudyard
Ralf
Rubio
Reo
Rockford
Raza
Rito
Rusten
Randle
Robin
Nigel
Roscuro
Rufus
Roddy
Warren

Female Rat Names

Below are some of the best female rat names:

Lily
Ruby
Regina
Rayna
Rosa
Rita
Romy
Roxanne
Rue
Rosetta
Rosy
Roxey
Rosmarie
Ruth
Rima
Rubee
Ressie
Rolanda
Roba
Rhianne
Ranna
Rodie
Rica
Reta
Reini
Robynn
Pixie
Maisey
Bella
Willow

Funny Names For A Rat

Below are some of the funniest names for rats, based on famous characters, characteristics, or plays on words:

Stretch
Scurry
Squeek
Whiskers
Scutters,
Crumbs
Diggsy
Zorro
Burrows
Rattata,
Raticate
Rattus
Roosevelt
Ronaldo
Raclaw
Rhianna
Ryan Reynolds
Robert Downey Jr/Sr.
Rainbow
Ratbert
Itchy
Scratchy
Scabbers
Ratbert
Rizzo
Speezy Gonzalez
Scrat
Remy
Emile
Mr Ages
Django
Monty
Professor Ratigan
Julius Cheesar
Ratticus Finch

How To Come Up With Your Own Name For Your Rat

Sometimes, we just want to give our rats a name that’s entirely personal and a little different. Perhaps nothing struck with you from those listed above.

So below, I have documented some tips on how to come up with your own name for your rat:

Consider Their Behaviours, Traits, Tendencies or Features

Every rat is different in some way.

It could be how they look, how they behave, or just something in their temperament.

So, look for something entirely unique and different – and consider giving them a name in reflection of that.

It could be the way they scutter around or a mark on their face.

You get the idea.

Consider Your Favorite Movie/Book Characters

We all have our favorite movies, shows, and books.

And a lot of the time, you’ll find great character names in them too.

Darth Vader, Captain Jack Sparrow, John McClane.

They don’t even need to be relevant or closely associated with rats!

That’s the beauty of this approach.

Consider Pairings Or Groups

Imagine you have multiple rats; why not call them after the friend’s characters for instance.

You could have a Rachel, Ross, Monica, Phoebe, Joey, and Chandler.

You’d need 6 rats, and 3 of each sex mind you.

Or if you have just two rats, why not call them beans and toast?

But again, you get the concept here.

Serious or Amusing?

Here’s a question to ask; do you want to go for a more traditional name or could you imagine your rat having something quite amusing.

Within reason of course.

Otherwise, any visit to the vet could be quite embarrassing or even problematic!

Finally

Naming your rat, or rats should be fun.

But I get it – it can be a little difficult.

So hopefully this list has given you some ideas or inspiration.

Otherwise, do consider something entirely different using the suggestions referenced in the section above.

But I did state at the start that I would be sharing my favorite name for a pet rat.

So here it is.

My personal favorite is…

Uncle Buck

After the film, and a play on the fact that male rats are called bucks.

But it may or may not be for your rat.

Besides, you could have a female.

Or you may not know or like the film.

So perhaps go for something listed above.

And if you can’t make your mind up.

Just put a few down on paper, crumple them up, and pick one out of a hat!

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Jeremy Williams

I am an experienced pet owner with decades of experience owning a number of different pets, from traditional pets like dogs and cats, to the more exotic like reptiles and rodents. I currently own a Cockapoo (pictured) called Bailey. I am also the main writer and chief editor here at Pet Educate; a site dedicated to sharing evidence-based insights and guidance, based on my vast pet ownership knowledge, experience, and extensive research.

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