Bunny Names
Rabbits are one of the most popular pets after dogs and cats, and they deserve a name as charming as their twitchy noses. A well-cared-for house rabbit can live 8 to 12 years, so it’s worth choosing a name that suits a dignified adult lop as well as a tiny kit.
We’ve rounded up more than 80 bunny names sorted by style, color and inspiration, from Peter Rabbit classics to garden-fresh ideas. If you want a laugh, our funny bunny names page is packed with puns. For other small pets, try guinea pig names or hamster names.
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Popular bunny names
These are the names rabbit rescues and vets hear most often. Soft sounds suit a soft animal.
| Name | Meaning / idea | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| Clover | The three-leaf plant rabbits love to eat | Any bunny |
| Thumper | Bambi’s foot-thumping rabbit friend | Energetic bunnies |
| Oreo | The cookie | Black-and-white Dutch rabbits |
| Bun Bun | Doubled-up cuteness | Babies |
| Snowball | Round and white | White rabbits |
| Cinnamon | Warm spice | Red or orange rabbits |
| Hopper | For the hop | Classic |
| Coco | Spanish, “coconut” | Brown bunnies |
| Bugs | Bugs Bunny | Cheeky boys |
| Honey | Sweet and golden | Fawn rabbits |
| Pepper | The spice | Grey or speckled rabbits |
| Cotton | Cottontail | White-tailed bunnies |
Girl bunny names
Pretty, flowery names suit does (female rabbits). For more, see flower names for girls.
| Name | Meaning / origin | Why it works |
|---|---|---|
| Daisy | Old English “day’s eye” | Sweet and cheerful |
| Hazel | The hazel tree; also Watership Down’s hero | Warm brown fur |
| Willow | The willow tree | Graceful lops |
| Rosie | The rose | Affectionate does |
| Luna | Latin, “moon” | White or grey rabbits |
| Poppy | The red flower | Lively |
| Mabel | Latin, “lovable” | Vintage charm |
| Lulu | Pet form of Louise | Playful |
| Bluebell | Woodland flower | Blue-grey rabbits |
| Primrose | Latin, “first rose” | Spring bunnies |
| Fern | The woodland plant | Gentle |
| Dottie | Pet form of Dorothy, “gift of God” | Spotted rabbits |
| Pearl | The gemstone | White does |
| Holly | The festive plant | Winter bunnies |
Boy bunny names
Bucks (male rabbits) often have big, confident personalities. These names match.
| Name | Meaning / origin | Why it works |
|---|---|---|
| Peter | Greek, “rock”; Peter Rabbit | The ultimate bunny name |
| Benjamin | Hebrew, “son of the right hand”; Peter’s cousin Benjamin Bunny | Classic |
| Oliver | The olive tree | Friendly |
| Teddy | Pet form of Theodore | Cuddly |
| Jasper | Persian, “treasurer” | Handsome |
| Milo | Germanic, possibly “merciful” | Curious |
| Gus | Short for Augustus, “great” | Chunky bucks |
| Toby | From Tobias, “God is good” | Gentle |
| Rocky | English, “rock” | Bold |
| Finn | Irish, “fair” | White or light rabbits |
| Rupert | Germanic, “bright fame” | Distinguished |
| Barney | From Barnabas, “son of consolation” | Easygoing |
| Bentley | English, “bent-grass meadow” | Big lops |
Bunny names by fur color
Rabbits come in dozens of recognized colors and patterns. Match the name to the coat; our color names list has even more shades.
| Name | Color | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Marshmallow | White | Fluffy and soft |
| Frosty | White | Winter charm |
| Ghost | White with red or blue eyes | Mysterious |
| Midnight | Black | Sleek rabbits |
| Onyx | Black | Glossy coats |
| Licorice | Black | Sweet |
| Smokey | Grey | Classic |
| Ash | Grey | Short |
| Storm | Dark grey | Dramatic |
| Caramel | Light brown | Golden fawns |
| Mocha | Coffee brown | Chocolate rabbits |
| Chestnut | Reddish brown | Agouti rabbits |
| Ginger | Orange | Red rabbits |
| Patches | Spotted | Broken-pattern rabbits |
| Domino | Black and white | English Spots |
Garden and food bunny names
Nothing says bunny like a raid on the vegetable patch. (Carrots are actually a treat, not a staple. Hay should make up most of a rabbit’s diet.) See herb names for more.
| Name | Idea | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Carrot | The classic bunny snack | Orange rabbits |
| Parsley | Leafy herb rabbits love | Green collars |
| Basil | Fragrant herb | Handsome bucks |
| Nutmeg | Warm spice | Brown bunnies |
| Clementine | Small orange | Cheerful does |
| Radish | Garden root | Red-tinged rabbits |
| Turnip | Root vegetable | Chunky bunnies |
| Dandelion | Rabbit-favorite wildflower | Golden rabbits |
| Pumpkin | Autumn squash | Orange rabbits |
| Biscuit | Baked treat | Tan rabbits |
| Waffles | Breakfast favorite | Checkered coats |
| Mochi | Japanese rice cake; also the “moon rabbit” | White rabbits |
Famous rabbits from books and film
Rabbits are storybook favorites, from Beatrix Potter to Pixar. More literary ideas in our cute pet names.
| Name | From | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Fiver | Watership Down | The small, visionary rabbit |
| Bigwig | Watership Down | Tough and loyal |
| Flopsy | The Tale of Peter Rabbit | One of Peter’s sisters, with Mopsy and Cottontail |
| Mopsy | The Tale of Peter Rabbit | Pairs with Flopsy |
| Velveteen | The Velveteen Rabbit | Beloved toy rabbit |
| Roger | Who Framed Roger Rabbit | Zany |
| Lola | Space Jam | Bugs’s sporty girlfriend |
| Judy | Zootopia | Judy Hopps, the rabbit police officer |
| Miffy | Dick Bruna’s picture books | Dutch icon |
| Harvey | Harvey (1950 film) | A six-foot invisible rabbit |
| Oswald | Oswald the Lucky Rabbit | Disney’s pre-Mickey star |
| Br’er Rabbit | African American folktales | The clever trickster |
Easter and spring bunny names
Easter is the most popular time to bring home a rabbit. Please remember they are a 10-year commitment, not a seasonal gift.
| Name | Idea | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Easter | The holiday | Obvious but sweet |
| Jellybean | Easter candy | Colorful personalities |
| Peep | Marshmallow chick | Tiny kits |
| Blossom | Spring flowers | Does |
| Tulip | The spring bulb | Pretty |
| April | The spring month | Easter babies |
| Sunny | Spring sunshine | Cheerful |
| Lily | Easter lily | White rabbits |
Tips for naming your bunny
- Wait until you know the sex. Baby rabbits are notoriously hard to sex, and many “does” turn out to be bucks. A unisex name like Clover or Biscuit is a safe bet.
- Use a name with a clear sound. Rabbits can learn to come to their names, especially if you pair the name with a treat.
- Let personality lead. A binky-happy bunny might be Thumper; a calm lop might be Willow or Hazel.
- Name bonded pairs together. Rabbits are happier in pairs. Try Flopsy and Mopsy, Salt and Pepper, or Peter and Benjamin.
- Borrow from literature. Watership Down, Beatrix Potter and Winnie-the-Pooh are full of great names. Our old names list also works well for rabbits.
Frequently asked questions
What is the most popular name for a rabbit?
Clover, Thumper, Oreo, Bun Bun, Daisy and Peter are among the most common bunny names, thanks to classic stories and cute sounds.
Can rabbits learn their names?
Yes. Rabbits are smart and can learn to come when called, especially if you say their name before giving a favorite treat.
What is a good name for a girl bunny?
Popular girl bunny names include Daisy, Hazel, Willow, Luna, Rosie, Poppy and Mabel.
What is a good name for a boy bunny?
Popular boy bunny names include Peter, Benjamin, Oliver, Teddy, Milo, Gus and Jasper.
What were the rabbits in Peter Rabbit called?
Peter’s sisters were Flopsy, Mopsy and Cottontail, and his cousin was Benjamin Bunny, all created by Beatrix Potter.
What is a group of rabbits called?
A group of rabbits is a colony or warren, and informally a “fluffle.” See more in our animal group names.