• Top Names
  • Naming Tips
  • Girl Names
  • Boy Names
  • Cute Names
  • Silly Names
  • Names From Pop Culture
  • A to Z Names

Hedgehogs are often named after their bristles, which are a unique feature of the small creature. We’ve created a list of 100 names for hedgehogs, including those fitting for males or females, cute and silly ideas, and monikers that refer to pop culture to help you pick out a name for your new, prickly friend.

Top Hedgehog Names

  • BiscuitBrilloButtonCactusGingerHarleyHarryHerbertLunaMr. PricklepantsNeedlesPricklesSonicSpikeThorn

Tips for Naming Your Hedgehog

Coming up with a name for your hedgehog can be easy if you give it a little thought. What does it look like to you, or how does it act when it is in its cage? If that does not work for you, think about a favorite actor or characters from pop culture and build on that. Hedgehogs only live about three to five years. So, if the name you choose is trendy now, it should be able be relevant for the lifetime of your pet.

Girl Hedgehog Names

It can sometimes be difficult to tell if you have a boy or a girl. If you try to look for their privates, that is their vulnerable area. They will likely curl up to protect themselves. If you know you have a girl (or even if you don’t) and you want a more feminine-sounding name, check out this list.

  • BijouBlondieGabbyGingerGoldieGracieHazelIzzyKahluaKenyaLunaMuffyPandoraPennyPinkyPiperPixiePowder PuffZenZoe

Boy Hedgehog Names

If you prefer a name that has a more masculine ring to it, check out some suitable selections on this list.

  • ArchieBrisbyBrunoDanteDieselFernandoFrodoGizmoGonzoGrouchoGroverHarleyHarveyHerbertHersheyLeoMarvinPatrickRomeoWoody

Cute Hedgehog Names

Maybe it is their diminutive size, their adorable little faces, and the charming way they ball up, but these little creatures ooze cuteness.

  • BabyBeeboBiscuitBooBubblesButtonCaboodleCottonballCupcakeFlowerKissesNutmegPepperPicklesPreciousPrincessPuddingSnugglesTeacupWaffles

Silly Hedgehog Names

A hedgehog is covered by approximately 7,000 hollow spines, making them pretty spiky. Think about some of the characteristics that you notice about your hedgehog and pick a humorous name based on that. Here are some to get you started.

  • BrilloBumperButterballCactusFluffyHedgeHokey PokeyMarshmallowNeedlesNibblesPadfootPin CushionPip SqueakPricklesProngsQuillSpikeSpinesSticky PigThorn

Hedgehog Names From Pop Culture

Topping the list for the most popular hedgehog name is Sonic the Hedgehog from Sega video game fame. You’ll see a few of Sonic’s friends also made the list: Amy Rose, Silver, Shadow, and Super Sonic. Or, if you do not want to literally pick a hedgehog character, reimagine the names of famous people and give it a name suitable for a hedgehog.

  • SonicAmy RoseBruce QuillisDon QuilloteHarry HedgehogHedgegar Allen PokeMr. PricklepantsMrs. TiggywinkleQuill SmithQuill.i.amQuillary Rodham ClintonQuilliam ShakespeareQuilliam ShatnerRussellShadowShaquill O’NealSilverSnoop Hoggy HogSuper SonicWinston Churchquill

A to Z Hedgehog Names

A–B

  • Amy RoseArchieBabyBeeboBijouBiscuitBlondieBooBrilloBrisbyBruce QuillisBrunoBubblesBumperButterballButton

C–F

  • CaboodleCactusCottonballCupcakeDanteDieselDon QuilloteFernandoFlowerFluffyFrodo

G–H

  • GabbyGingerGizmoGoldieGonzoGracieGrouchoGroverHarleyHarry HedgehogHarveyHazelHedgeHedgegar Allen PokeHerbertHersheyHokey Pokey

I–N

  • IzzyKahluaKenyaKissesLeoLunaMarshmallowMarvinMr. PricklepantsMrs. TiggywinkleMuffyNeedlesNibblesNutmeg

P

  • PadfootPandoraPatrickPennyPepperPicklesPin CushionPinkyPip SqueakPiperPixiePowder PuffPreciousPricklesPrincessProngsPudding

Q–R

  • QuillQuill SmithQuill.i.amQuillary Rodham ClintonQuilliam ShakespeareQuilliam ShatnerRomeoRussell

S–Z

  • ShadowShaquill O’NealSilverSnoop Hoggy HogSnugglesSonicSpikeSpinesSticky PigSuper SonicTeacupThornWafflesWinston ChurchquillWoodyZenZoe