Hedgehog Names
Naming your hedgehog is a chance to get creative! Consider their personality, appearance, or spiky charm for inspiration. You can pull ideas from favorite book characters, mythology, or playful puns.
The name should capture their cuteness and reflect your unique bond. Get ready to explore a fun world of cute, quirky, 200+ best hedgehog names
๐ฆ Names for Hedgehogs ๐ฆ
- ๐ต Spike ๐ต (English: Sharp point)
- ๐ Apple ๐ (English: Round fruit)
- ๐ Luna ๐ (Latin: Moon)
- ๐ Stella ๐ (Latin: Star)
- ๐งต Needle ๐งต (English: Thin, sharp object)
- ๐ฐ Chestnut ๐ฐ (English: Spiky nut)
- ๐ Mushroom ๐ (English: Fungi)
- ๐ฟ Sage ๐ฟ (English: Herb or wise person)
- ๐ง Icicle ๐ง (English: Frozen water spike)
- ๐บ Prickle ๐บ (English: Sharp point)
- ๐ Berry ๐ (English: Small fruit)
- ๐ณ Oakley ๐ณ (English: From the oak meadow)
- ๐ธ Blossom ๐ธ (English: Flower)
- ๐ฏ Honey ๐ฏ (English: Sweet syrup)
- ๐ด Palm ๐ด (English: Tree or hand part)
- ๐ผ Daisy ๐ผ (English: Flower)
- ๐ Autumn ๐ (English: Fall season)
- ๐ Wave ๐ (English: Ocean movement)
- ๐ฎ Crystal ๐ฎ (English: Clear mineral)
- ๐ Rainbow ๐ (English: Colorful sky arc)
๐ฌ Famous Hedgehog Names ๐ฌ
- ๐โโ๏ธ Sonic ๐โโ๏ธ (Greek: Of sound)
- ๐ฆ Mrs. Twiggy-Winkle ๐ฆ (English: Beatrix Potter character)
- ๐ฎ Shadow ๐ฎ (English: Dark silhouette)
- ๐ Amy Rose ๐ (Latin: Beloved rose)
- ๐จ Silver ๐จ (English: Metallic color)
- ๐ Dash ๐ (English: Quick run)
- ๐ช๏ธ Whirl ๐ช๏ธ (English: Spinning motion)
- ๐ฅ Blaze ๐ฅ (English: Fierce fire)
- ๐ Lunar ๐ (Latin: Moon-related)
- ๐ก๏ธ Shielda ๐ก๏ธ (English: Protector)
- ๐ญ Mask ๐ญ (English: Face covering)
- ๐ Cosmos ๐ (Greek: Universe)
- ๐ Vortex ๐ (Latin: Whirling mass)
- ๐จ Sketch ๐จ (English: Quick drawing)
- ๐ Prism ๐ (Greek: Light-splitting object)
- ๐ Echo ๐ (Greek: Reflected sound)
- ๐ Nova ๐ (Latin: New star)
- ๐น Arrow ๐น (English: Projectile)
- ๐ Surge ๐ (Latin: To rise swiftly)
- ๐ฎ Oracle ๐ฎ (Latin: Prophet)
๐ฎ Hedgehog Names in Sonic ๐ฎ
- ๐โโ๏ธ Sonic ๐โโ๏ธ (Greek: Of sound)
- ๐จ Knuckles ๐จ (English: Finger joints)
- ๐ Amy Rose ๐ (Latin: Beloved rose)
- ๐ฎ Shadow ๐ฎ (English: Dark silhouette)
- ๐ง Tails ๐ง (English: Rear appendage)
- ๐ช๏ธ Silver ๐ช๏ธ (English: Metallic color)
- ๐ฅ Blaze ๐ฅ (English: Fierce fire)
- ๐ Tikal ๐ (Mayan: At the water)
- ๐ค Metal Sonic ๐ค (English/Greek: Metallic sound)
- ๐ Sticks ๐ (English: Thin branches)
- ๐น Archer ๐น (English: Bow user)
- ๐ Zonic ๐ (Greek: Zone of sound)
- ๐ญ Sonia ๐ญ (Greek: Wisdom)
- ๐ Cosmo ๐ (Greek: Universe)
- ๐ก๏ธ King Sonic ๐ก๏ธ (English/Greek: Sound ruler)
- ๐ Scourge ๐ (English: Whip)
- ๐ Boom Sonic ๐ (English/Greek: Loud sound)
- ๐ Classic Sonic ๐ (English/Greek: Traditional sound)
- ๐บ Rosy ๐บ (English: Rose-like)
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๐จ Cartoon Hedgehog Names ๐จ
- ๐ฆ Spike ๐ฆ (English: Sharp point)
- ๐ Prickles ๐ (English: Small sharp points)
- ๐ Mr. Poking ton ๐ (English: Poking gentleman)
- ๐ Quillan ๐ (English: Will with quills)
- ๐ญ Needles ๐ญ (English: Thin, sharp objects)
- ๐ Luna Quill ๐ (Latin: Moon quill)
- ๐ฎ Spiny McPherson ๐ฎ (English: Spiny son of Spinier)
- ๐บ Rosie Prickle bottom ๐บ (English: Rose with prickly bottom)
- ๐ Mushroom Head ๐ (English: Fungi-shaped head)
- ๐ด Coconut ๐ด (English: Tropical fruit)
- ๐ง Icicle Nose ๐ง (English: Frozen nose)
- ๐ฅ Spitfire ๐ฅ (English: Fiery temper)
- ๐ฟ Thistle ๐ฟ (English: Prickly plant)
- ๐จ Bristles ๐จ (English: Stiff hairs)
- ๐ผ Dandelion ๐ผ (English: Fluffy flower)
- ๐งต Pin Cushion ๐งต (English: Needle holder)
- ๐ฐ Chestnut Cheeks ๐ฐ (English: Spiky-nut cheeks)
- ๐ฏ Honeycomb ๐ฏ (English: Bee’s wax structure)
- ๐ Surf ‘n’ Turf ๐ (English: Sea and land)
- ๐ฎ Crystal Ball ๐ฎ (English: Fortune-telling orb)
๐ฐ Disney Hedgehog Names ๐ฐ
- ๐ Prickle pants ๐ (English: Prickly trousers)
- ๐ญ Quill-De-Vil ๐ญ (English: Devil with quills)
- ๐ Spikey McQueen ๐ (English: Spiky king)
- ๐ Snow Spike ๐ (English: Snowy quills)
- ๐ Quillrella ๐ (English: Quilled Cinderella)
- ๐ฎ Merlin the Prickly ๐ฎ (Welsh: Sea fortress)
- ๐บ Lilo Quill ๐บ (Hawaiian: Generous)
- ๐ฆ Simba Spike ๐ฆ (Swahili: Lion)
- ๐จ Brilliantine ๐จ (English: Bristly debutante)
- ๐ด Moana Needle ๐ด (Polynesian: Ocean)
- ๐ง Elsa Quill ๐ง (Hebrew: God is my oath)
- ๐ฅ Mush Spike ๐ฅ (Chinese: Mushu)
- ๐ฟ Pocahontas ๐ฟ (Algonquian: Playful one)
- ๐ Quill-E ๐ (English: Quilled robot)
- ๐ผ Tinker Quill ๐ผ (English: Quelled fairy)
- ๐งต Needles and the Tramp ๐งต (English: Sharp wanderer)
- ๐ฐ Chip ‘n’ Quill ๐ฐ (English: Small piece and feather)
- ๐ฏ Winnie the Prick ๐ฏ (English: Prickly bear)
- ๐ Ariel Spine ๐ (Hebrew: Lion of God)
- ๐ฎ Prick Pan ๐ฎ (Greek: All prickly)
โ๏ธ Hedgehog Names Male โ๏ธ
- ๐ฆ Spike ๐ฆ (English: Sharp point)
- ๐ Quillan ๐ (English: Will with quills)
- ๐ Gabby ๐ (English: One who jabs)
- ๐ Thor ๐ (Norse: Thunder)
- ๐ฎ Merlin ๐ฎ (Welsh: Sea fortress)
- ๐บ Prickles ๐บ (English: Small sharp points)
- ๐ Mushroom ๐ (English: Fungi)
- ๐ด Coco ๐ด (Spanish: Coconut)
- ๐ง Frost ๐ง (English: Icy coating)
- ๐ฅ Ember ๐ฅ (English: Glowing coal)
- ๐ฟ Thistle ๐ฟ (English: Prickly plant)
- ๐จ Bristle ๐จ (English: Stiff hair)
- ๐ผ Dandy ๐ผ (English: Fine and dandy)
- ๐งต Needle ๐งต (English: Thin, sharp object)
- ๐ฐ Chestnut ๐ฐ (English: Spiky nut)
- ๐ฏ Sticky ๐ฏ (English: Adhesive)
- ๐ Surfer ๐ (English: Wave rider)
- ๐ฎ Mystic ๐ฎ (Greek: Mysterious)
- ๐ Rainbow ๐ (English: Colorful sky arc)
- ๐ญ Pokey ๐ญ (English: One who pokes)
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โ๏ธ Girl Hedgehog Names โ๏ธ
- ๐ฆ Quintilian ๐ฆ (English: Feminine of Quillan)
- ๐ Stella ๐ (Latin: Star)
- ๐ Cherry ๐ (English: Red fruit)
- ๐ Luna ๐ (Latin: Moon)
- ๐ฎ Crystal ๐ฎ (English: Clear mineral)
- ๐บ Rose ๐บ (Latin: Flower)
- ๐ Truffle ๐ (Latin: Edible fungi)
- ๐ด Palma ๐ด (Latin: Palm tree)
- ๐ง Snowflake ๐ง (English: Ice crystal)
- ๐ฅ Phoenix ๐ฅ (Greek: Mythical fire bird)
- ๐ฟ Sage ๐ฟ (Latin: Wise)
- ๐จ Violet ๐จ (Latin: Purple flower)
- ๐ผ Daisy ๐ผ (English: Day’s eye flower)
- ๐งต Spindle ๐งต (English: Yarn tool)
- ๐ฐ Hazel ๐ฐ (English: Light brown)
- ๐ฏ Honey ๐ฏ (English: Sweet syrup)
- ๐ Pearl ๐ (English: Sea gem)
- ๐ฎ Misty ๐ฎ (English: Foggy)
- ๐ Iris ๐ (Greek: Rainbow)
- ๐ญ Prickle ๐ญ (English: Sharp point)
๐ Cool Hedgehog Names ๐
- ๐ฆ Liquidator ๐ฆ (English: Quill terminator)
- ๐ Spike Tyson ๐ (English: Punchy spike)
- ๐ Sir Spokesman ๐ (English: Poking knight)
- ๐ Lunar Quill ๐ (Latin: Moon quill)
- ๐ฎ Mystic Spike ๐ฎ (Greek: Mysterious point)
- ๐บ Thorny Valentino ๐บ (Latin: Thorny lover)
- ๐ Shroom Doom ๐ (English: Mushroom destruction)
- ๐ง Frost Ninja ๐ง (English/Japanese: Icy warrior)
- ๐ฅ Blaze Runner ๐ฅ (English: Fiery sprinter)
- ๐ฟ Sage Rage ๐ฟ (English: Wise anger)
- ๐จ Neo Needles ๐จ (Greek: New needles)
- ๐ผ Dandy Lion ๐ผ (English: Stylish big cat)
- ๐งต Spin master ๐งต (English: Spinning expert)
- ๐ฐ Chestnut Crusher ๐ฐ (English: Nut smasher)
- ๐ฏ Sticky Bandit ๐ฏ (English: Adhesive thief)
- ๐ Tsunami Spikes ๐ (Japanese: Harbor wave points)
- ๐ฎ Quill Smith ๐ฎ (English: Quill maker)
- ๐ Prism Punk ๐ (Greek: Light-splitting rebel)
- ๐ญ Spike Eastwood ๐ญ (English: Tough guy spike)
Cutest Hedgehog Names ๐ฅฐ๐พ
- Snicker doodle ๐ช – A sweet, delightful treat!
- Puffball โ๏ธ – Perfect for a fluffy hedgehog.
- Bubbles ๐ซง – Light and fun, just like your pet.
- Nibbles ๐ญ – For a hedgehog that loves to munch.
- Cuddles ๐ค – Ideal for a snugly companion.
- Twinkle โจ – A cute name that sparkles.
- Wiggly ๐ – For a lively little critter.
- Pip ๐ฑ – Short and sweet!
- Sprout ๐ฟ – A name that embodies growth.
- Muffin ๐ง – A deliciously cute choice.
- Binky ๐ฐ – Playful and energetic.
- Doodlebug ๐ – A whimsical, lovable name.
- Cookie ๐ช – Sweet and comforting.
- Fluffy โ๏ธ – A classic, adorable choice.
- Peanut ๐ฅ – Small and cute, just like your hedgehog.
- Sunny โ๏ธ – Bright and cheerful.
- Snuggle bug ๐ – For the ultimate cuddle buddy.
- Pudding ๐ฎ – Soft and sweet.
- Gizmo ๐ง – Perfect for a curious little explorer.
- Boo ๐ป – A cute name with a spooky twist.
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Albino Hedgehog Names ๐๐พ
- Snowball โ๏ธ – A classic for a white hedgehog.
- Ivory ๐ค – Elegant and timeless.
- Blizzard โ๏ธ – For a speedy little friend.
- Casper ๐ป – Like the friendly ghost!
- Pearl ๐ฆช – A precious name for a unique pet.
- Frosty โ๏ธ – Perfect for a cool hedgehog.
- Cotton โ๏ธ – Soft and fluffy.
- Luna ๐ – Inspired by the moon’s glow.
- Milky ๐ฅ – Smooth and creamy.
- Alba ๐ – Meaning “dawn” in Latin.
- Nimbus ๐ฅ๏ธ – A cloud-like name.
- Chalk ๐๏ธ – White and simple.
- Ghost ๐ป – A playful nod to their color.
- Sugar ๐ฌ – Sweet and charming.
- Frostbite โ๏ธ – A fun twist on the winter theme.
- Yuki โ๏ธ – Means “snow” in Japanese.
- Blanca ๐ค – Meaning “white” in Spanish.
- Frosting โ๏ธ – A frosty princess.
- Glacier โฐ๏ธ – Strong and beautiful.
- Nimbus โ๏ธ – A gentle cloud.
Hedgehog Pun Names ๐๐พ
- Hedge Smalls ๐ค – A fun play on the rapper.
- Hedge-Hogwarts ๐ฐ – For the Harry Potter fan!
- Sonic the Hedgehog ๐ฎ – A classic character reference.
- Hedge Your Bets ๐ฐ – Perfect for a little risk-taker.
- Hedge Poppins โ๏ธ – Practically perfect in every way!
- Puff the Magic Hedgehog ๐ถ – A whimsical twist.
- Hedgehogs and Kisses ๐ – Sweet and charming.
- Hedge Your Happiness ๐ – A pinny take on joy.
- Hedge-Berry ๐ – A fruity twist!
- Hedge-Hug ๐ค – For a cuddly companion.
- Hedge-Vicious ๐ฝ๏ธ – Deliciously adorable.
- Hedge Your Love โค๏ธ – A romantic twist.
- Hedgehogs of the Galaxy ๐ – A cosmic adventure!
- Hedge McPherson ๐ฅณ – A playful, silly name.
- Hedge Houdini ๐ฉ – For an escape artist.
- Hedge Your Dreams ๐ – A positive spin.
- Hedge-Pie ๐ฅง – A sweet treat!
- Hedge-venture ๐ – For an explorer.
- Hedge-finite โพ๏ธ – Endless love for your pet.
- Hedge-suicidal Tendencies ๐ฅณ – A cheeky, edgy name.
Cool Hedgehog Names ๐๐พ
- Spike ๐ฉ – A strong, edgy choice.
- Ziggy ๐ – Unique and memorable.
- Rascal ๐ฆ – For a mischievous little one.
- Bandit ๐ญ – A clever little thief.
- Dash ๐โโ๏ธ – For a speedy hedgehog.
- Rocket ๐ – Fast and fun!
- Ninja ๐ฅท – Stealthy and cool.
- Vortex ๐ – Whirling with energy.
- Griffin ๐ฆ – A mythical creature vibe.
- Phantom ๐ป – Mysterious and cool.
- Blaze ๐ฅ – For a fiery personality.
- Rogue ๐ดโโ ๏ธ – A rebellious spirit.
- Titan ๐๏ธ – Strong and powerful.
- Maverick ๐ฆ – For a free spirit.
- Shadow ๐ – Mysterious and intriguing.
- Falcon ๐ฆ – Sharp and agile.
- Ace ๐ – Best of the best.
- Viper ๐ – Sleek and stylish.
- Saber โ๏ธ – Sharp and fierce.
- Zenith ๐ – The highest point.
Clever Hedgehog Names ๐ง ๐พ
- Einstein ๐งช – For a smart little critter.
- Newton ๐ – A nod to the great physicist.
- Watson ๐ – Perfect for a curious explorer.
- Gandalf ๐งโโ๏ธ – Wise and powerful.
- Sherlock ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ – For a detective at heart.
- Tesla โก – A name with electric energy.
- Darwin ๐ฆ – For the little evolutionist.
- Yoda ๐งโโ๏ธ – Wise and adorable.
- Hawking ๐ – A tribute to the cosmos.
- Curie โ๏ธ – A nod to Marie Curie.
- Nemo ๐ – For the adventurous spirit.
- Pixel ๐ฅ๏ธ – Tech-savvy and cute.
- Cortex ๐ง – Smart and sharp.
- Watson โก – A clever twist on Watson.
- Babbage ๐ป – Honoring the father of computers.
- Dewey ๐ – For the book-loving hedgehog.
- Pythagoras ๐ – For the math enthusiasts.
- Huxley ๐ – A literary twist.
- Einstein ๐งช – For the genius in your life.
- Turing ๐ป – A tech-inspired name.
Good Hedgehog Name Ideas ๐๐พ
- Basil ๐ฟ – A fresh, nature-inspired name.
- Clover ๐ – Lucky and bright.
- Marble ๐จ – Unique and colorful.
- Fig ๐ – Sweet and small.
- Rusty ๐ฆบ – A warm, earthy name.
- Cinnamon ๐ฅง – Spicy and sweet.
- Pine ๐ฒ – Nature-inspired and serene.
- Jasper ๐ – A precious choice.
- Coco ๐ฅฅ – Sweet and tropical.
- Fennel ๐ฑ – A unique herb-inspired name.
- Misty ๐ซ๏ธ – Soft and enchanting.
- Ollie ๐ฆ – A friendly, approachable name.
- Tansy ๐ผ – A flower-inspired choice.
- Sage ๐ฟ – Wise and calming.
- Copper ๐ช – Warm and rich.
- Maple ๐ – Sweet like syrup.
- Raven ๐ฆ – Mystical and cool.
- Echo ๐ข – A name that resonates.
- Aspen ๐ณ – A nature-inspired choice.
Names for Pet Hedgehog ๐พโค๏ธ
- Pippin ๐พ – A cute little name.
- Twitch โก – For a lively hedgehog.
- Bumble ๐ – Sweet and busy.
- Fuzzy ๐พ – Soft and adorable.
- Squiggle ๐ – Fun and quirky.
- Noodle ๐ – A playful twist.
- Chipper ๐ – Always happy and bright.
- Pebble ๐ชจ – Small and sturdy.
- Dizzy ๐ก – For a playful little one.
- Sprinkle ๐ – A dash of fun!
- Snick ๐ฌ – Short and sweet.
- Glimmer โจ – Shining bright.
- Whiskers ๐พ – A classic pet name.
- Tater Tot ๐ฅ – Cute and cuddly.
- Munchkin ๐ฌ – Tiny and adorable.
- Nugget ๐ – A little treasure.
- Chickpea ๐ฑ – Small and unique.
- Button ๐ – Cute as a button!
- Squishy ๐ – Soft and lovable.
- Tumble ๐คธ – Always on the move.
Hedgehog FAQ
- ๐ฆ What do hedgehogs eat? ๐ฝ๏ธ
Hedgehogs are omnivores, which means they eat both plants and animals. In the wild, their diet typically includes:
- Insects (beetles, caterpillars, earwigs)
- Worms and slugs
- Small mammals (like mice)
- Birds’ eggs
- Fruits and berries
- Mushrooms
For pet hedgehogs, a balanced diet usually consists of:
- High-quality commercial hedgehog food
- Insects (meal worms, crickets)
- Small amounts of fruits and vegetables
- Occasionally, cooked lean meats
Remember, each hedgehog is unique, so it’s best to consult with a vet for specific dietary advice.
- ๐ Can hedgehogs be kept as pets? ๐พ
Yes, hedgehogs can be kept as pets, but there are some important considerations:
- Legality: In some places, it’s illegal to own a hedgehog. Check your local laws before getting one.
- Care requirements: They need specific housing, diet, and temperature conditions.
- Personality: Hedgehogs are nocturnal and can be shy, so they might not be as interactive as other pets.
- Lifespan: They typically live 4-7 years with proper care.
If you’re thinking about getting a hedgehog, do thorough research and make sure you can commit to their care for their entire lifespan.
- ๐ก๏ธ What temperature do hedgehogs need? โ๏ธ
Hedgehogs are sensitive to temperature and require a warm environment:
- Ideal temperature range: 72-80ยฐF (22-27ยฐC)
- They can’t hibernate safely in captivity, so temperatures must be consistently warm
- If it’s too cold, they may attempt hibernation, which can be dangerous
- If it’s too hot, they may overheat
To maintain the right temperature:
- Use a thermometer in their living area
- Provide a heating pad or ceramic heat emitter if needed
- Avoid drafts and direct sunlight
- Never place them near air conditioning vents
Always monitor your hedgehog for signs of discomfort and adjust their environment as necessary.
Alex Martin is an experienced blogger with a passion for discovering and sharing unique names for pets, games, and fantasy worlds. With years of writing and research under his belt, Alex brings creativity and insight to Fauna fellow, helping readers find the perfect names for their beloved pets, characters, and more.