Find the Perfect Raccoon Name: 200+ Unique, Cute & Funny Ideas

Raccoons have a reputation that walks the line between adorable and troublesome—they're known for rummaging through trash and snatching snacks, yet their masked faces make it hard to stay upset. They're natural-born bandits, and despite their mischief, people can't help but adore them.

Even though many would love to keep a raccoon as a pet, it's illegal in most U.S. states. And because these animals can be unpredictable, we don't suggest keeping one as a pet, even where it's allowed. But that doesn't mean you'll never need a raccoon name! You might need one for a zoo animal, a character in a story, a mascot, a plush toy, or even a nickname for the raccoon that frequents your yard. Having a list of good options is always handy.

If you're looking for raccoon name ideas, you're in the right place—we've got over 200 to choose from. Our collection includes cute, funny, male, and female names, so you're sure to find something you like. Browse the full list below and see which ones catch your eye. You might end up liking several!

Male Raccoon Names

A raccoon swimming through a swamp.

A raccoon swimming through a swamp.

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Alliterative names that start with 'R' are a natural fit for raccoons, and we've included plenty of those in our male raccoon name list. But we also added other options that capture the raccoon's mix of mischief and whimsy.

Raoul
Nestor
Robby
Ravi
Otis
Remy
Roscoe
Dexter
Jezza
Roger
Rod
Rocky
Jasper
Riley
Ramsey
Robin
Fox
Buster
Ramon
Cooper
Ralphie
Wally
Django
Ricky
Rusty
Apollo
Roman
Rashad
Tuco

Female Raccoon Names

A raccoon climbing in a tree.

A raccoon climbing in a tree.

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For a female raccoon, the ideal name should be cute, quirky, and carry a bit of attitude, since female raccoons are nature's rebels.

Roxy
Ramona
Roberta
Rosa
Rhonda
Ronette
Dakota
Winnie
Maisie
Bessie
Cassie
Rina
Penny
Regan
Mystery
Raya
Ruthie
Rain
Jazz
Sydney
Raven
Ruby
Roseanne
Rory
Willow
Maxine
Nikki
Harper
Suzie

Good Pet Names for a Raccoon

Two cute raccoons in a picnic basket.

Two cute raccoons in a picnic basket.

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A great pet raccoon name should be enjoyable, short, easy to say, and balance humor with sincerity. These quirky options should fit the bill.

Dandy
Pal
Trouble (so you can say 'here comes Trouble')
Rebel
Boo
Snuggle
Tempest
Biggie
Limbo
Fuzzball
Splendid
Shug
Gobstopper
Shadow
Pebble
Boogie
Specter
Leelee
Mittens
Riot
Rowdy
Sprocket
Bandit
Zinger
Apollo
Phantom
Jax
Scampers
Twitch
Trixie
Bonita
Cheekers
Peepers
Grumbles
Buddy
Rascal
Ditzy
Jellybean
Scout
Jinx

Cute Raccoon Names

Baby raccoons hanging out in a tree.

Baby raccoons hanging out in a tree.

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Even though raccoons are chaotic little trash pandas, they're still incredibly cute. If your raccoon has a sweet face and a gentle nature, these cute names will enhance their adorable appeal.

Galaxy
Pepper
Whisper
Honey
Chowder
Scuttlebutt
Mapache
Bilbo
Mojo
Mimsy
Puffin
Chubby
Oreo
Tiptoes
Totoro
Confetti
Rosie
Domino
Dusty
Chico/Chica
Winx
Gonzo
Jub-Jub
Candy
Panda Bear
Bee
Pumpkin
Bitsy
Rambler
Squiggle
Momo

Funny Raccoon Nicknames

A funny raccoon hanging around on a platform.

A funny raccoon hanging around on a platform.

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Because these wild animals are mischievous scamps at heart, you can have fun inventing silly, tongue-in-cheek names for them. We've included some of our favorites to amuse you and spark ideas.

Bandido/Bandida
Lil Stinker
Trash Panda
Mischief
Diablo
Flim-Flam
Desperado
Zorro
Sticky Fingers
Sneak King
Peekaboo
Twist
Raider
Dumpster Diver
Laundry Lint
Scavenger
Masked Bandit
Snack Snatcher
Crook
Marauder
Mumblypeg
Butterfingers
Oscar the Grouch
Garbage Pail Kid
Can-Can
Plunder
Pirate
Dustbin
Thief
Garbaggio
Tuxedo Mask
Spectacles
Static
Stripy
Zig-Zag
Cattywampus
Mayhem

Names Inspired by Mythological Mischief-Makers

A raccoon eating popcorn by the sea.

A raccoon eating popcorn by the sea.

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With their sneaky behavior, masked faces, and endless curiosity, raccoons embody mischief and mayhem. Others have noticed this too. The Abenaki people of the northeastern US and Canada portray their trickster spirit Azeban as a raccoon, and in Japanese folklore, the tanuki (raccoon-dog) is often a mischievous, shapeshifting trickster. Drawing from this, we've compiled a list of raccoon name ideas inspired by mythological tricksters, pranksters, and shape-shifters from around the world.

Loki: The Norse god of mischief, popularized by his Marvel Comics counterpart.
Anansi: A trickster spider spirit, one of the most important figures in West African folklore.
Eris: The Greek goddess of discord and strife.
Veles: The shapeshifting Slavic god of magic, music, and mischief.
Azeban: The raccoon trickster spirit of the indigenous Abenaki people.
Uhlakayana: A troublesome shape-shifter from Zulu and Xhosa folklore.
Tanuki: The Japanese raccoon-dog, a real-life animal often portrayed as mysterious shape-shifters in Japanese folklore.
Nanabozho: An important heroic trickster from Anishinaabe storytelling tradition.
Māui: A powerful trickster and cultural hero celebrated in the mythologies of many Polynesian cultures.
Wisakedjak: A wise and benevolent trickster spirit revered in Algonquian mythology.
Sun Wukong: The mischievous Monkey King from Chinese folklore; the primary protagonist of the great Chinese epic Journey to the West.
Iktomi: A spider-trickster and important cultural figure in Lakota mythology.
Hermes: The herald to the Greek gods, Hermes was also considered something of a trickster deity as well.
Reynard the Fox: A devious trickster figure in the form of a red fox who appeared in many Medieval European works.
Krishna: One of the most important deities in the Hindu pantheon, legend has it that the god Krishna was a mischievous prankster in his childhood.
Huehuecoyotl: The Aztec coyote god of music, dance, and mischief.
Leprechaun: Mischievous little fairies from Irish folklore.

Pop-Culture-Inspired Raccoon Nicknames

A cute raccoon outside.

A cute raccoon outside.

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No list of wildlife names would be complete without some of the awesome, unique, and hilarious raccoon names from movies, TV shows, and video games. We guarantee you'll recognize a few of these iconic raccoon names—let's see if we can introduce you to a few more as well!