Fox Name Ideas: Over 150 Clever and Endearing Options

Foxes hold a unique place in global culture and history. Belonging to the genus Vulpes, these animals inhabit many parts of the world, with notable populations in North America, Europe, and Asia. They have appeared in human myths and folklore for centuries: in Western traditions, they often symbolize cunning tricksters, whereas in East Asia, particularly Japan, they are regarded as mystical or even divine creatures with magical attributes. Given their enduring appeal, we have compiled a list of more than 150 fox names to assist you in finding the right one.

Whether you need cute fox names, this list offers abundant inspiration. These names work well for actual pet foxes, for a fox you frequently spot in your yard and wish to nickname, for stuffed fox toys, or for fictional fox characters. So how do you choose the best fox name? The ideal name should reflect your fox's personality, charm, and mischievous spirit, making it memorable and enjoyable for everyone who encounters them. Once you understand your fox's overall character, you can begin searching for names that match.

So why wait? Go ahead and select a name that is as unforgettable and unique as your furry (or imaginary) companion. You might even find a few you like on our list.

Great Fox Names for Males and Females

An Arctic fox with heterochromia.

An Arctic fox with heterochromia.

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Here you will find a range of excellent fox names for both males and females to inspire you and help you discover the perfect fit for your foxy friend. For male foxes, also known as dog foxes, you might prefer strong, clever, or adventurous names that suit their bold and spirited character. For female foxes, or vixens, softer and more graceful names might be what you are after.

Female Fox Names

Chula
Brandy
Corinne
Lakshmi
Zoe
Vulpecula
Eloise
Inola
Lisa
Flora
Magenta
Veronica
Dahlia
Nina
Cora
Vera
Vixen
Lyla
Fallon
Priya
Nariyā
Raposa
Felicia

Male Fox Names

Basil
Ambrose
Lyric
Zorro
Chance
Cormac
Vince
Felix
Devereux
Silvio
Wayland
Cadoc
Reinhard
Fabian
Melrakki
Finnegan
Todd
Sionn
Zeke
Prince
Tokala
Flint
Reuben
Ravi

Vibrant Red Fox Names

A curious young red fox in the woods.

A curious young red fox in the woods.

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When most people picture a fox, they imagine the classic red fox, or Vulpes vulpes. Red foxes are native throughout the entire Northern Hemisphere, which is why they are the species most commonly associated with the term "fox" (though the increasingly popular big-eared fennec fox may eventually overtake them). As their name suggests, red foxes are known for their bright rust-red fur, which inspired us to include these colorful names.

Russel
Fuschia
Rouge
Blaze
Rufus
Ruby
Amber
Garnet
Shani
Rusty
Shula
Fiama
Rory
Copper
Ember
Brando
Akane

Adorable Fox Nicknames

A tiny fox kit standing on a mossy rock.

A tiny fox kit standing on a mossy rock.

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Neither fully feline nor canine, foxes have their own special kind of charm, and their bold, intelligent, and lovable personalities make them hard to resist. If you want a very sweet name for your fox—or just a cute nickname to use instead of their formal name—we have several suggestions you will adore.

Snowy
Sparky
Misty
Silver
Cinnamon
Flurry
Sly
Breeze
Piper
Skipper
Jules
Pepper
Kit
Vixie
Ace
Knox
Lucky
Scout
Lil Red
Maple
Rudy
Comet
Fancy
Briar
Tiptoes
Ginger
Fuzzy
Penny

Amusing Fox Names

A fennec fox doing a big stretch.

A fennec fox doing a big stretch.

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Who says naming a fox has to be serious? If your fox is a comedic character, give them an endearingly funny fox name. After all, a name that brings a little laughter is wonderful for your spirited friend.

Mulder (X-Files fans will dig this one)
Mozilla
Fireball
Kit-Kat
Ziggy
Sprocket
Finicky (for a fussy fennec fox)
Bingo
Sleuth
Foxglove
Fizz
Fox Machine
Rascal
Chex Mix
Gizmo
Frisky
Randy
Snickers
Rebel
Kibble
Trixie
Bandit
Chili
Socks
Marmalade
Foxtrot
Skulker
Pixel
Fidget
Slinky

Fox Names from Mythology and Folklore

A kitsune statue outside of the Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto, Japan.

A kitsune statue outside of the Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto, Japan.

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Since the era of Aesop's fables, people around the world have told stories about mystical foxes, and in certain East Asian mythologies, some foxes have even attained godlike status. These names are all inspired by significant mythological fox figures from various cultures (though many originate from Japan, where foxes are uniquely celebrated in folklore and religion).

Reynard: Reynard the Fox was a popular trickster figure in medieval European folklore. The name "Reynard" comes from the French word for fox, "renard."
Kitsune: In Japanese folklore, kitsune are fox spirits who often appear as tricksters or shape shifters. They are frequently depicted with multiple tails, with the oldest fox spirits having up to nine tails.
Kumiho: In Korean mythology, kumiho are shape-shifting, nine-tailed foxes that can assume the form of humans, most commonly beautiful women. Both kitsune and kumiho are derived from jiuweihu, the magical nine-tailed fox spirits from ancient Chinese mythology.
Yegan: A wild, people-eating foxlike beast from Chinese mythology.
Firefox: Not the web browser—in Finland, the firefox (or tulikettu) is a mystical fox with a tail of twinkling fire.
Tenko: The Japanese name for the Sky Fox, a powerful golden fox spirit that flies through the heavens.
Aguara: A fox trickster spirit from Guarani mythology.
Inari: Inari Ōkami is the Shinto deity of foxes, fertility, rice, and agriculture. Inari shrines, often marked with scarlet torii gates and kitsune figures, can be found all over Japan.
Kuzunoha: A popular white kitsune character from Japanese folklore. After being freed from a trap by a young nobleman, the grateful Kuzunoha assumed the form of a beautiful woman and married him.
Dakiniten: An esoteric Japanese Buddhist goddess with Hindu origins that eventually became intrinsically linked to Inari. She was often depicted riding a white fox.
Amaterasu: The Shinto goddess of the sun, Amaterasu, would sometimes assume the form of a dragon-fox.

Well-Known Fox Names from Pop Culture

An adorable little fennec fox.

An adorable little fennec fox.

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Even if we set aside the thousands of years of mythology and folklore surrounding foxes, these animals have still appeared repeatedly in pop culture over the past century or so. From Disney classics like Pinocchio and Zootopia to best-selling video game franchises like Star Fox and Pokémon, pop culture is filled with famous fox names you can borrow.