Axolotls are some of the most unique and adorable creatures in the world, known for their bright smiles, feathery gills, and playful personalities. Whether you have a pet axolotl or you’re naming a character, plushie, or gaming buddy, choosing the right name makes the experience even more fun.
This 2025 axolotl naming guide brings together cute, funny, cool, aesthetic, and even mythical name ideas to help you find the perfect match for your little aquatic friend. Get ready to explore names as magical and charming as the axolotl itself! 🦎🌊✨
Super Cute & Squishy Names
- Mochi
- Pudding
- Bubbles
- Jellybean
- Marshmallow
- Sprinkles
- Cupcake
- Gummy
- Waffles
- Dumpling
- Puffy
- Button
- Peach
- Peachie
- Muffin
- Nugget
- Sushi
- Boba
- Tapioca
- Lollipop
- Cotton Candy
- Macaron
- Bubblegum
- Pipsqueak
- Squish
- Fluff
- Snickerdoodle
- Pancake
- Pickles
- Tinkerbell
- Twinkle
- Glimmer
- Sparkle
- Popcorn
- Skittles
- Noodle
- Bao
- Lil’ Smile
- Gilly
- Finny
- Wiggly
Funny & Chaotic Axolotl Names
- Sir Regen-a-Lot
- Limb Bizkit
- Immortal Jelly
- Never-Grow-Up Niall
- Smilezilla
- Axo-lotl Drama
- Tank Sinatra
- Gillbert
- Axo-little
- Walking Fish Stick
- Mexican Wolverine
- Regener-hey
- Nope Rope Baby
- Perma-Larva
- Peter Pan-dwater
- Captain Immortality
- Limb Reaper
- Axo-lotl Chaos
- Gillty Pleasure
- Tank You Very Much
- Axo My God
- Eternal Tadpole
- Limb-itless
- Smiley McRegenface
- Gillfriend
- Axo-lotl Tea
- Regener-Ate
- Immortal Snack
- Tank Commander
- Axo-lotl of Trouble
- Gill-otine
- Perma-Baby
- Smile & Wave
- Limb-o
- Axo-lotl Love
Cool & Mysterious Names
- Nebula
- Void
- Phantom
- Eclipse
- Onyx
- Midnight
- Shadow
- Abyss
- Vortex
- Cipher
- Rune
- Nyx
- Orion
- Sirius
- Draco
- Nova
- Cosmos
- Zenith
- Echo
- Zephyr
- Raven
- Sable
- Obsidian
- Nightshade
- Dusk
- Twilight
- Storm
- Tempest
- Riptide
- Mirage
Pop Culture & Gaming Axolotl Names
- Axolotl (Minecraft blue legend)
- Bluey
- Goldie
- Cyan
- Lucy (rarest axolotl)
- Mudkip (Pokémon vibes)
- Wooper
- Quagsire
- Sobble
- Stitch
- Toothless
- Pikachu (electric smile)
- Totoro
- Calcifer
- Ponyo
- No-Face
- Appa
- Momo
- Gizmo
- Groot
- Baby Yoda
- Puss in Boots (smile energy)
- Salem
- Toothless
- Spyro
- Charmander
- Squirtle
- Yoshi
- Kirby
- Jigglypuff
- Ditto (regen king)
Food & Candy-Inspired Names
- Mochi
- Taro
- Matcha
- Ube
- Mango Sticky Rice
- Bubble Tea
- Boba
- Tapioca
- Lychee
- Dragonfruit
- Guava
- Passionfruit
- Kiwi
- Starfruit
- Rambutan
- Mangosteen
- Durian
- Jackfruit
- Papaya
- Coconut
- Pineapple
- Strawberry
- Blueberry
- Raspberry
- Peach
- Cherry
- Watermelon
- Cotton Candy
- Gumdrop
- Jellybean
- Skittles
- Starburst
- Nerds
- Sour Patch
Mythical & Magical Names
- Merlin
- Gandalf
- Dumbledore
- Loki
- Phoenix
- Hydra
- Chimera
- Triton
- Poseidon
- Atlantis
- Nessie
- Leviathan
- Kraken (close enough)
- Nymph
- Siren
- Undine
- Selkie
- Kelpie
- Dragon
- Wyvern
- Griffin
- Unicorn (regen vibes)
- Pegasus
- Cerberus
- Sphinx
- Medusa
- Gorgon
- Basilisk
- Ouroboros
- Eternity
Mexican & Aztec-Inspired Names (Cultural Nod)
- Xolotl (Aztec god that inspired the name!)
- Ajolote
- Quetzal
- Coatlicue
- Tonatiuh
- Itzel
- Xochitl
- Citlali
- Tlalli
- Nahuatl
- Chapulin
- Churro
- Tamale
- Enchilada
- Quesadilla
- Mole
- Pozole
- Tlacoyo
- Horchata
- Agua Fresca
- Frida
- Diego
- Kahlo
- Rivera
- Cempasúchil
- Día
- Muertos
- Calavera
- Lotería
- Maraca
Bonus Wild & Rare Gems
- Smiley
- Gillybean
- Axo-little Monster
- Regen Rex
- Immortal Bean
- Tank Goblin
- Smile Lord
- Gill Boss
- Axo Supreme
- Eternal Smile
- Perma-Baby Supreme
- Limb Daddy
- Regener8
- Axo-lotl Legend
- Tank Emperor
- Smile Emperor
- Gill Emperor
- Axo Emperor
- Regen Emperor
- Immortal Emperor
How to Choose the Perfect Axolotl Name
- Say it while staring at their permanent smile — still cute? Done.
- Match the color — pink? Peach. Blue? Nebula. Gold? Treasure.
- Test the nickname — “Xolotl” → “Xolo” → “Lolo”.
- Personality check — chill? Mochi. Chaos? Limb Bizkit.
- Future-proof it — they stay baby-faced forever, so cute names never expire!
Final Thoughts
With so many creative and meaningful options, picking the perfect axolotl name can be a delightful adventure. Whether you’re drawn to names that are adorable, hilarious, stylish, or rooted in mythology, this list has something for every type of axolotl.
Choose the name that captures your pet’s unique charm and personality, and let your little water dragon swim into 2025 with a name that truly stands out. 🦎💙✨
Charlotte, founder of Namesslection.com, shares her passion for creativity through Funny Names, Cute Names, and Other Names. She helps people find unique, fun, and meaningful names with ease.
