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Top 100+ Unique Pet Rat Names

Top 100+ Unique Pet Rat Names

Have you got a new pet rat? It means you will need to buy different supplies for your little buddy, like a spacious cage, toys, a food bowl, and hiding places. Besides providing these supplies a cute yet unique rat name enables you to live a magical moment with your buddy. Many rat owners find it difficult to find perfect pet rat names, which must be according to their personality. These little buddies are cute, affectionate, and clean. Let’s move forward and give your little companion a unique name.

List About Some Great Rat Names

It is undeniable that rats have distinct personalities which inspire you to give them a unique name. You can train your little companion to respond by calling their names.

Male Rat Names

Don’t feel stumped about giving a perfect name to your baby rat. They make incredible pets and
can be trained by their names. Below are some names for male rats that you can give to these innocent creatures.

Freddie Ninja Templeton
Casper
Nacho
Speedy
Chorky
Martin
Alf
Ernie
Oreo
Buck
Emerald
Olie
Dino
Floyd
Monty
Zoro
Geronimo
Ralph
Theo
Harold
Pippin
Splinter
Jasper
Remy
Scabber
Jet
Rocky
Rizzo

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Female Rat Names

Some cute names for pet rats are listed below. Although the Latin name for rat is Rattus, you can choose any rat name for girl pairs.

Aura Josie Kali
April
Ivy
Kati
Bella
Honey
Kiwi
Bitsy
Holley
Lilac
Bubble
Bianca
Maggie
Clover
Ginny
Mia
Crystal
Flora
Miley
Cupcake
Emmy
Minnie
Betty
Dottie
Nessy
Daisy
Dona
Rebel

The pet rat names that can suit both males and females are provided in the list below. 

Cheerio Mable Aspen
Almond
Squeak
Glowy
Muffin
Ravioli
Brownie
Oats
Zipper
Wilson
Peanut
Lucy
Eric
Pie
Echo
Lucious
Pretzel
Rizzo
Brainy

Cool Rat Names For Pairs

Here are some Common rat names that you can give if you want to keep them in pairs.

Micki & Minnie Cherry & Blossom Chip & Dale
Cookie & Cream
Tom & Jerry
Pitter & Petter
Jekyll & Hyde
Sugar & Spice
Mac & Cheese
Fuzzy & Wuzzy
Calvin & Hobbes
Bonnie & Clyde
Ben & Jerry
Scooby & Shaggy
Bert & Ernie
Wine & Cheese
Fred & Ginger
Fred & Candy

Ideas To Choose Names For Rats

  • Are you still confused about choosing the good rat names? Let us help you brainstorm ideas to select famous rats’ names.
  • Make a small gathering of pet enthusiasts. Everyone should have a pen and paper in their hand. Ask them to make a list of names by brainstorming the ideas.
  • Please have a look at their list and choose the one that suits the personality and traits of your little companion.
  • You can also choose rat names from movies. You can pick up a name of your favorite characters or words from books, movies, and TV shows.
  • Some nature names are also a good idea such as Aspen, cedar, daisy, smokey, ivy, ash, alpine, storm, and many more.
  • Consider the physical appearance of your little buddy. If you are finding a white rat name, sugar must be a good suggestion. For a black and white spotted pet, oreo must be a recommendation. Beasty would be a good name for an obese pet rat.
  • Consider the personality of your pet and give them a name according to it. For a playful pet, happy would be a good name. Speedy would be the right name or a rat that is a good runner.
 
Once you have listed some of your favorite pet rat names, encircle those that attract you the most. Pick up the one that is unique and cute. Here we are done, it is not a difficult task to choose the name for your little companion. All you need to do is either select from the above-given list or just brainstorm the ideas. It would help you in choosing the right name for your new buddy. 

Matthew Daviss

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