Octopuses are brilliant, quirky, and strangely adorable creatures — which makes naming them extra fun! Whether you’re naming a pet octopus, a plush toy, a game character, or a creative project, the right name can bring tons of personality.
This list of cute and funny octopus names is packed with playful, clever, and lovable ideas inspired by their tentacles, intelligence, and underwater charm. Get ready to find a name that’s as unique as your eight-armed friend! 🐙💙
Super Cute & Squishy Octopus Names
- Bubbles
- Mochi
- Pudding
- Jellybean
- Squish
- Marshmallow
- Waffles
- Cupcake
- Sprinkles
- Dumpling
- Noodle
- Puffy
- Button
- Snuggle
- Cuddle
- Twinkle
- Glimmer
- Popcorn
- Gummy
- Fluff
- Pebbles
- Puddles
- Cotton
- Cloud
- Sushi
- Bao
- Mallow
- Boba
- Taro
- Lollipop
- Gumdrop
- Skittles
- Rainbow
- Starfish (ironic bestie)
- Coral
- Pearl
- Seashell
- Bubblegum
- Cotton Candy
- Macaron
Funny & Chaotic Octopus Names
- Eight-Legged Freak
- Sir Sucks-a-Lot
- Tentacle Terror
- Inkzilla
- Octo-pun
- Mr. Steal-Your-Coral
- Escape Artist
- Houdini
- Professor Chaos
- Dr. Octopus (but make it sarcastic)
- Suckerman
- Inkredible
- Tentacruel
- Octo-mom
- Captain Tentacles
- Slippery Steve
- Kraken Junior
- Squidward’s Cousin
- Octo-boss
- Ink Master Flex
- Eight-Armed Bandit
- The Great Escapist
- Jar Opener Supreme
- Octo-potty
- Suck-up
- Leggy McLegface
- Inky McInkface
- Tentacle Tickle Monster
- Octo-pie
- Squishy McSquidface
- Armageddon
- Hug Dealer
- Ink Blob
- Octo-nator
- Tentacle Tornado
- Slip ‘n Slide
- Octo-lad
- Sucker Punch
Food & Snack-Inspired Names
- Tako (Japanese for octopus)
- Takoyaki
- Calamari
- Sushi Roll
- Ramen
- Wasabi
- Sashimi
- Miso
- Tempura
- Dumpling
- Gyoza
- Mochi
- Tteokbokki
- Kimchi
- Onigiri
- Poke
- Ceviche
- Octo-pizza
- Nacho
- Taco
- Burrito
- Guac
- Queso
- Pickle
- Olive
- Truffle
- Caviar
- Escargot (close enough)
- Cannoli
- Tiramisu
Pop Culture & Famous Octopus Names
- Paul the Octopus (World Cup legend)
- Hank (Finding Dory)
- Stretch (Toy Story 3)
- Dr. Octopus (Spider-Man)
- Ursula (The Little Mermaid vibes)
- Squidward Tentacles
- Kraken (Pirates of the Caribbean)
- Davy Jones
- Cthulhu
- Tellaro (Italian legend octopus)
- Oswald (Marvel’s octopus villain)
- Octavius (Night at the Museum)
- Tamatoa’s cousin (Moana)
- Pearl Krabs (Mr. Krabs’ daughter, sorta)
- Octodad
- Splatoon Inklings
- DJ Octavio
- Agent 8
- Marina
- Pearl (Splatoon)
- Callisto (Sea of Stars)
- The Watcher in the Water (LOTR)
- Giant Pacific Octopus from documentaries
Cool & Mysterious Octopus Names
- Nebula
- Cosmos
- Void
- Abyss
- Phantom
- Eclipse
- Onyx
- Midnight
- Shadow
- Vortex
- Cipher
- Rune
- Enigma
- Mirage
- Echo
- Zephyr
- Nyx
- Orion
- Sirius
- Draco
- Nova
- Luna
- Storm
- Tempest
- Riptide
- Obsidian
- Raven
- Sable
- Wraith
- Specter
Mythical & Legendary Names
- Kraken
- Cthulhu
- Hydra
- Scylla
- Triton
- Poseidon
- Neptune
- Leviathan
- Tiamat
- Jörmungandr
- Akkorokamui (Ainu octopus god)
- Dakuwaqa (Fijian shark god, close enough)
- Gorgon
- Medusa
- Charybdis
- Siren
- Naga
- Makara
- Proteus
- Nereus
Bonus Unique & Extra Chaotic Gems
- Octavius Maximus
- Sir Ink-a-lot
- Tentacle Tony
- Eightball
- Suckcess
- Octo-matic
- Inktopus
- Legolas (eight legs)
- Octo-lantern
- Suckerberg
- Armie Hammerhead
- Octo-berfest
- Inkognito
- Tentacruel (again, because it slaps)
- Octo-puss
- Squid Vicious
- Hugtopus
- Octo-momager
- Inky Dinky
- Armpocalypse
How to Choose the Perfect Octopus Name
- Say it while doing the tentacle wave — still hilarious? Winner!
- Match the personality — escape artist? Houdini. Cuddly? Mochi.
- Test the nickname — “Inkzilla” → “Zilly” → “Lil Z.”
- Consider the species — giant Pacific? Kraken. Dumbo? Bubbles.
- Future-proof it — will “Baby Ink” still work when they open their 47th jar?
Final Thoughts
Naming an octopus should be joyful, creative, and full of character — just like the octopus itself. With options ranging from sweet to silly, you’re sure to find a name that perfectly matches your wiggly companion’s vibe.
Whether you want a cute, pun-filled, or totally unique name, this guide gives you plenty of inspiration to make your octopus stand out. Dive in and pick the one that makes you smile! 🐙✨
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.
