100+ Cute and Funny Pet Bird Names

Written by Nixza Gonzalez
Published: February 2, 2024
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Naming your pet bird can be such a challenge. Sometimes, you want a unique, but cute and funny name. Other times you want to choose a name from a favorite movie. There are also thousands of names to choose from! To make it easier, we’ve made this list of 100+ cute and funny pet bird names for you and your feathery friend.

Famous Cute and Funny Bird Names

In this section, we’re going to list some of the most incredible famous bird names! These names come from movies, TV shows, and books. Which ones do you recognize?

  • Tweety: Whether your bird is yellow and goofy, or you just love the Tweety character from Looney Tunes, this is a great name choice!
  • Donald: If you want to give your silly bird friend two names, you can even do ‘Donald Duck’.
  • Zazu: Is your favorite Disney movie ‘The Lion King? Or is your pet bird sassy? Maybe, the answer is both!
  • Kevin: Unsurprisingly, another Disney character makes our list. Kevin is the large bird in the movie ‘Up’.
  • Big Bird: You could shorten it to just ‘Big’ if this name is too long.
  • Blu: This name is perfect if you have a blue macaw or any blue bird!
  • Hedwig: Who says your bird has to be an owl to give it this Harry Potter-inspired name?
  • Scuttle: This silly bird is the seagull from Disney’s “Litle Mermaid”.
  • Huey, Dewey, and Louie: Imagine owning three birds, you can name them after the triplet ducks in the Mickey Mouse universe. 
  • Woody: Does your pet bird have a habit of knocking? Try the name Woody, from Woody the Woodpecker!
  • Daisy: Daisy Duck is a cute name for a happy pet bird! Even better if you have another bird and name it Donald. They’ll be the best partners in crime.
  • Flit: Another Disney movie name, but this time from the animated film, “Pocahontas”.

Blue Pet Bird Names

Types of pet birds - Hyacinth Macaw

There are thousands of cute and funny pet bird names.

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The options are endless when naming your pet bird. To make it easier, we’re breaking down these names into the perfect names for pet birds by their feather colors! Listed below are some excellent names to give your blue-feathered friend.

  • Bluebell: An adorable name for an even cuter bird!
  • Blueberry: Is this fruit your bird’s favorite? Or do they remind you of the color of blueberries?
  • Azul: The Spanish word for blue.
  • Cobalt: A gorgeous shade of blue.
  • Icicle: A silly name for blue birds that love the cold.
  • Denim: For birds that like to munch on jeans.
  • River/Riverine: This name is perfect for bluebirds that remind you of the water.
  • Cookie Monster: This list does include silly names, including this one, a popular vibrant blue character on Sesame Street!
  • Indigo: Color pet bird names are always popular.
  • Belle: This can either represent Belle from Beauty and the Beast or bluebell flowers.
  • Saphire: For birds that love sparkly things or are the color of sapphires.
  • Sky: How often does your bird look at the sky? This name also works for pet birds that are the color of the sky.

Cute and Funny Yellow Pet Bird Names

Sun conure parrot

A great name for a yellow bird is Sunset.

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Yellow birds are gorgeous. They are so vibrant that they easily look like the sunset or raging sun. If you have a yellow bird, there are so many names you can choose from! You can name your yellow bright friend after food, colors, and nature. Listed below are some great yellow bird names.

  • Sunset: This name also works if your yellow bird is also orange or pink! 
  • Sunny: Sunny is an adorable and easy name for a pet bird.
  • Sunshine: Honestly, just about any version of ‘sun’ works for a pet bird name!
  • Banana: If you want to be silly, you can name your bright bird after this delicious fruit. You can also nickname them “Nana” for short.
  • Sunflower: Another sun-related name makes our list! 
  • Mustard: Yelling “Mustard” when coming home might make some people’s eyes widen, but it’s still a great name for a mustard-colored bird.
  • Dandelion: If Sunflower doesn’t sound right, you can still name your pet after a yellow flower. Thankfully, there are many to choose from!
  • Lemon: Maybe your bird has a fascination with lemons, or is as vibrant as one.
  • Sparkle: Technically, this name can be given to any bird, but most yellow birds look like they sparkle anyway.
  • Star: For birds that act like they are stars and shine brightly.
  • Goldilocks: All you’re missing are three bears.
  • Gold: For birds that are a deep yellow-gold color.
  • Pikachu: Pokemon fans will love this name, even if Pikachu isn’t a bird.

Green Pet Bird Names

Green parrot Great-Green Macaw, Ara ambigua. Wild rare bird in the nature habitat, sitting on the branch in Costa Rica.

You can name your green bird many things including Forest, Kale, and Kermit.

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What about green birds? What names are best for green pet birds? Follow along to find out!

  • Forest: This green is a lovely color! You can also name your green bird Forest if they were found in one.
  • Emerald: For shiny green birds that love sparkling things.
  • Kale: Food names are a lot of fun to use.
  • Green Bean: This adorable and silly green bird’s name can be shortened to Bean.
  • Pickles: Either there’s a story behind this name, or you just like the sound of it. Regardless, it’s a cute one!
  • Teal: Maybe your bird isn’t a deep green, but more teal.
  • Yoda: A lovely name for Star Wars fans!
  • Goblin: Does your green bird make strange goblin-like sounds? 
  • Leaf: This name is perfect for green birds that resemble leaves or love playing in them.
  • Dragon: Who says your pet bird isn’t secretly a dragon?
  • Kiwi: Another delicious fruit makes our list of incredible cute and funny pet bird names!
  • Kermit: Who doesn’t love Kermit the frog? Is your frog so green it reminds you of this silly, but loveable character?
  • Lime: If you have another bird, you can name them Lemon!
  • Mint: Mint is a better green bird name than Cilantro.
  • Basil: If Mint isn’t your vibe, try the name Basil!
  • Honeydew: This adorable name can be shortened to “Honey”, it may also work with yellow birds.

White Pet Bird Names

white and yellow cockatiel with blurred background

A good name for a white bird is Blondie.

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Not all birds are colorful or vibrant. If your lovely bird is mainly white, here are a few fun and silly suggestions:

  • Snow: A great name for white birds that love the snow or look like snow! 
  • Cloudy: Maybe your bird isn’t entirely white but looks cloudy. Or they especially like cloudy days.
  • Blondie: This name can also be used for a yellow bird! Or a white bird with yellow markings/plumage.
  • Angel: For birds that look like an angel dressed in white.
  • Winter: Winter brings snow and clouds, so if you don’t like the name Snow, try Winter!
  • Crystal: Technically, crystals are clear, but it’s still a cute name!
  • Diamond: If you have two birds, why not name one Diamond and the other Crystal?
  • Cotton: This name is adorable and easy to remember!
  • Cotton Ball: If you prefer a sillier name, try Cotton Ball!
  • Dove: Who says your pet bird has to be a dove to use this name?

Adorable Red Bird Names

Red factor canary perching on the branch

Red bird names are creative. A popular one is Ruby.

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Who doesn’t love red birds? These vibrant and beautiful birds are stunning to see and full of personality and charm. Red birds also have a lot of name options. You can get creative, or name your pet literally. Here are some great red bird names to review.

  • Fire: How fiery is your bird? Do they have an explosive and incredible spirit?
  • Charm: Charm doesn’t have to do with the color red, but it’s often associated with liveliness and fieriness.
  • Blaze: This name is associated with the idea of fire!
  • Ruby: If Saphire, Crystal, and Diamond make our list, why not Ruby? Perfect for lovely birds that are like royalty.
  • Ash: A great and easy name to give your red bird.
  • Fuego: The Spanish word for fire.
  • Hot: Fire doesn’t just refer to the color, but also flames and heat.
  • Spicy: To make this name even better, try Spicy Noodle!
  • Scarlet: A stunning and deep shade of red.
  • Summer: Red is often a color that is used to describe summer.
  • Maroon: A dark red-orange.
  • Cherry: This delicious fruit is also a sweet name to use on your pet bird.
  • Phoenix: Mythical names are the best! Why not choose Phoenix?
  • Strawberry: If you love fruit, but don’t like cherries, that’s okay! You can also name your adorable pet bird after strawberries.
  • Ariel: From the Little Mermaid, known for her bright red hair!
  • Rusty: Rusty reds are beautiful.
  • Blush: Does your bird look like they are blushing?
  • Sol: The Spanish word for sun! Could also be used to name a yellow bird.
  • Cardinal: Northern cardinals are vibrant, does this red match your bird’s?

Colorful Bird Names

Alexandra's Parrot

A stunning combination of pastels, Alexandra’s Parrot has feathers of pink, green and blue.

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Most pet birds aren’t just one color, so what names work for rainbow/multi-colored birds? Honestly, you can get pretty creative with this category! Listed below are a few ideas.

  • Rainbow: This one is pretty easy to explain. Rainbows come in many colors, like your pet bird! 
  • Iridescent: A wonderful name for a wonderful and shiny bird! If it’s too long, you can simply shorten it to Des or Iri.
  • Iris: Iris is a wonderful name for a pet bird. It’s short, sweet, and simple. It’s also mythical. Iris is the goddess of the rainbow.
  • Lily: A lot of flower names made this list because they are so versatile. Lilies come in many colors, shapes, and sizes, like birds!
  • Gem: It doesn’t matter what color your bird is, they are true gems, sparkling in their own way!
  • Silly: While the name Silly has nothing to do with the color of your bird, it’s still a funny name to add to the list.
  • Sly: How sneaky is your pet bird? This is a great name if it matches their personality and habits.
  • Zinnia: Another large and lovely flower that comes in many colors. Some zinnias are multi-colored.
  • Avy: A short and sweet name to use for any bird.
  • Apple: Apples aren’t entirely red, yellow, or green!
  • Carrot: This is just silly, but also carrots come in different colors, not just orange! Even orange carrots have green tops.
  • Delila: Also a flower that comes in many colors.
  • Rose: Not all roses are red!
  • Bloom: Bloom is an adorable name for a pet bird!
  • Patches: Does your pet bird have unique patches of color?

Other Cute and Funny Pet Bird Names

Our final section is a long list of even more cute and funny pet bird names! These don’t need a description but are a lot of fun to read.

  • Wacky
  • Ruffles
  • Floss
  • Stranger
  • Hilly
  • Squish
  • Shake
  • Baby
  • Bud
  • Sweetheart
  • Fluffy
  • Christopher Squawken
  • Macbeth
  • Katniss
  • Feather Locklear
  • Bubba
  • Delilah
  • Roofus
  • Chatterbox
  • Chip
  • Conure West
  • Almond
  • Nugget
  • Godzilla
  • Beaks
  • Hootie
  • Paprika
  • Peep
  • Meatball
  • String
  • Screech
  • Giggles
  • Bonita
  • Maple
  • Cuddles
  • Cider
  • Marshmallow
  • Peanut

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Nixza Gonzalez is a writer at A-Z Animals primarily covering topics like travel, geography, plants, and marine animals. She has over six years of experience as a content writer and holds an Associate of Arts Degree. A resident of Florida, Nixza loves spending time outdoors exploring state parks and tending to her container garden.

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