110 Hilarious Ginger Jokes & Nicknames

Only 1–2% of the world’s population has red hair, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t plenty of great ginger jokes to go around!^{[1]
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Our Favorite Ginger Jokes

What do you call two identical redheaded twins? Dopplegingers.
The Harry Potter film is a bit unrealistic. I mean, a ginger kid with two friends?
What's the difference between a shoe and a ginger? A shoe has a soul.
What's a ginger's favorite drink at a bar? A pale ale.
What do you call a gentleman from a long line of redheads? A ginger-bred man.
What do gingers miss most about a great party? The invitation.
What happens when you provoke an angry redhead? The ginger snaps.

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Funny Ginger Jokes

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These ginger jokes pack a whole lot of spice. What better way to show your affection for your fiery redheaded friends than with some playful ribbing? Here are some of the funniest ginger jokes around:
- What do gingers miss most about a great party? The invitation.
- How do you get a ginger into an argument? Say something to them.
- What’s the difference between a ginger and a calendar? The calendar has dates.
- Why did the ginger get a job at the bakery? They fit in with the burnt cookies.
- What’s a redhead’s favorite horror movie? 50 Shades of Sunburn.
- How does a ginger change a lightbulb? They don’t; they prefer the dark.
- Why don’t redheads play hide and seek? They always get spotted first.
- Why did the redhead go to the beach? To be the brightest thing on the sand.
- Why did the redhead refuse the suntan lotion? “I’m already a walking fire hazard!”
- How do you know a ginger’s been at your computer? The screen is tinted red.
- Why did the ginger go to the moon? They heard it had no sun.
- What is the name given to a redhead person working at a bakery shop? A gingerbread man.
- What are the two ways in which you can keep a redhead happy? Let them think that they have their way and give them their way.
- Why do Ginger people sunburn easily? It's nature's way of telling them to stay inside!
- What do you call two identical redheaded twins? Dopplegingers.
- Did you hear about the lady who fell in love with a ginger ale salesman? She was Schwepped off her feet.
- What do you call a gentleman from a long line of redheads? A ginger-bred man.
- How do you handle a redhead’s temper? Gingerly.
- What do you call a ninja with red hair? A ginja.
- Why don't redheads need a thermometer? They gauge the temperature with their sunburns.
- Why can't you hear a redhead's footsteps? They walk so gingerly.
- What do you call a ginger-head kid who's good at karate? Carroty kid.
- What's a ginger's favorite drink at a bar? A pale ale.
- What do you call a redhead with a tan? A miracle.
- What do you call a ginger who loves sunbathing? A risk taker.

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Short Ginger Jokes & One-Liners

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Toss out a fiery one-liner or short joke for a quick laugh. Some good one-liners can make you seem effortlessly funny and witty. Why not add a few ginger-themed ones to your repertoire? Here are some great and hilarious ideas to get you started:
- If someone tells you a secret and says not to tell a soul, can you tell a ginger?
- If you're not dating a redhead, raise your hand. If you are, raise your standards.
- Redheads don’t need a thermometer; they’ve got their sunburn to gauge the temperature.
- The Harry Potter film is a bit unrealistic. I mean, a ginger kid with two friends?
- Redheads are so feisty they drink napalm to quell their heartburn.
- Gingers look forward to growing grey hair later on in their lives.
- What happens when you provoke an angry redhead? The ginger snaps.
- What's shorter than an ant? A ginger's temper.
- How do ginger people make friends? I'm being serious; it's getting lonely here.
- What's a ginger's least favorite day of the week? Sun-day.
- A day without you is like a day with sunshine, but I'm a ginger, so it's cool if you stay away.
- Why did the redhead wear sunscreen at night? To avoid a moon burn.
- Why did the redhead cross the road? To buy sunscreen.
- What do you call a redhead over 7 feet tall? A gingeraffe.
- What do you call a redhead with attitude? Normal.
- Why do gingers always carry umbrellas? In case the sun shows up.
- What type of mattress do redheads sleep on Temper-pedics.
- How does a ginger make a fashion statement? By wearing SPF 100.
- Why can’t you hear a redhead’s footsteps? Because they walk so gingerly.
- What do you contract if you’re bitten by a redheaded zombie? Gingervitis.
- Why do redheads love autumn? They finally blend in with the leaves.
- What’s a redhead’s best friend? A fire extinguisher, just in case.
- What do you call a redhead with a book? Well-red.
- Why don’t redheads need a flashlight? They’re already a walking glow stick.
- My ginger friend is a terrible painter. He always uses too much red.

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Flirty Ginger Jokes & Pickup Lines

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These ginger jokes and pickup lines are a bit spicy. Who can help being awestruck by a redhead’s vibrant features? If you’ve got a special ginger on the brain, these flirty jokes and pickup lines are for you:
- They say redheads have a fiery temperament. Can you handle the sparks between us?
- Are you a magician? Because whenever I look into your red hair, everything else disappears.
- What’s the best thing about dating a redhead? You’ll never need a nightlight.
- Why did the redhead break up with her boyfriend? He couldn’t handle the heat.
- What’s a redhead’s favorite pick-up line? “I’m hot, and you know it.”
- What’s a redhead’s favorite pick-up line? “Is it hot in here, or is it just me?”
- Why do redheads really like their hair color? It does the same thing for the men it does for the bulls.
- How do you make love to a redhead? Gingerly.
- Being a redhead is a plus for me: red in the head, fire in the bed.
- (For gingers): Do you have the time? [Waits for other person to give the time] No, the time to help me rub my back down with sunscreen.

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Dark Humor Ginger Jokes

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These edgy ginger jokes aren’t for the faint of heart. If you and your ginger pals appreciate a little dark humor, then these quips are for you! These jokes poke fun at all the ginger stereotypes you can think of without quite crossing the line:
- What's the difference between a ginger and a vampire? One is a pale, bloodsucking creature that avoids the sun. The other is a vampire.
- What's the difference between a shoe and a ginger? A shoe has a soul.
- What’s a ginger’s favorite type of humor? Anything as dark as their soul.
- What do gingers look forward to in life? The next solar eclipse.
- Why did the ginger refuse a tan? They said they’re not into fake news.
- What's the difference between a ginger and a snake? One is an evil, cold-blooded, venomous, slimy creature of Satan, and the other is a snake.
- What's the difference between a ginger and a vegetable? One's brain-dead, and the other is good for you.
- Why did the serial killer keep saying in the trial that he never harmed a soul? He was charged with targeting gingers.
- What's the worst thing about seeing two gingers driving off a cliff in a car? A car can easily hold four.
- How do you know one is never going to find a soulmate? If they are into redheads.
- What is a redhead's motto? The fastest way to a man's heart is through his ribcage.
- What do you call a handsome man with a redhead? A hostage.
- How does a ginger answer her phone on a Saturday night? Wrong number.
- What do you call a ginger at a wedding? Unwelcome.
- Why was the ginger convention empty? Not a single soul showed up.
- What's the difference between a ginger and a red brick? A red brick gets laid.
- What do you call a ginger with a six-pack? Photoshopped.
- Why did God invent color blindness? So, someone will fancy the ginger kids.
- Why aren’t gingers scared about going to hell? They've spent an eternity getting sunburns.
- How do you know when a ginger is done sunbathing? When they turn medium rare.
- What is the difference between a terrorist and a redhead? You can negotiate with a terrorist.
- What spice does Hannibal Lecter always add to his food? Ground ginger.^{[2]
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- What's safer: a redhead or a piranha? The piranha. They only attack in schools.
- How do you remember a redhead's birthday? Forget it once.

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Beautiful & Positive Ginger Jokes

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Who says redheads always have to be the butt of ginger jokes? From their gorgeous red locks to their fiery personalities, there’s plenty of positives to joke about when it comes to gingers! Check out these jokes to make a redhead smile:
- Why do gingers make great bakers? They know how to spice things up.
- How does a redhead light up a room? Just by walking in.
- The coolest thing about being a redhead is that it's technically a mutated gene, which means we are superhuman!
- Why are redheads always invited to parties? They bring the heat!
- Why did the redhead stop going to the zoo? The lions felt overshadowed.
- What’s a redhead’s favorite hobby? Collecting compliments on their glow.
- Why do redheads never blend in? Because they’re too busy standing out.
- Why are gingers great at storytelling? They always spice up the plot.
- Why was the ginger so good at gardening? He had a natural knack for root vegetables.
- My ginger friend is a baker. He makes the best ginger-snap decisions.
- Why did the ginger become a detective? He had a nose for red herrings.^{[3]
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- Redheads are not weird. They are limited editions.

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Funny Nicknames for Gingers

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Try out these nicknames for your favorite ginger. A lighthearted nickname is a great way to strengthen your friendship and show a pal some affection. Just make sure your redheaded friend or family member is OK with being called a nickname based on their appearance. If not, respect their wishes and work on coming up with a cool nickname together so everyone’s in on the fun!
- Carrot top
- Cayenne
- Cherry
- Copper
- Freckleface
- Ging or Gingy
- Firecracker
- Rusty
- Red
- Gingersnap

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How to Avoid Offending Someone

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Lighten up on the ginger jokes if someone appears uncomfortable or upset. Even when you mean to tell a joke affectionately, there’s always the chance that someone may not take kindly to it (especially in big groups or among strangers). When this happens, it’s best to change the subject and avoid telling more jokes. Keep a look out for signs that someone isn’t finding your quips very funny, like:
- Closed-off body language or fake-looking smiles
- A more irritable tone or mood
- Short responses or the silent treatment
- Sarcastic or passive-aggressive replies
- Avoiding future interactions with you
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Apologize and respect someone’s boundaries if they’re offended by your jokes. Calmly explain how you didn’t mean for your joke or nickname to be insulting and that you were trying to be friendly. Then, offer a genuine apology and tell the person you won’t tell jokes about gingers or redheads around them anymore to respect their preferences.^{[4]
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- “I want to apologize for the joke I made yesterday. I meant for it to be a lighthearted exchange, but I understand that you don’t find those jokes funny and I won’t tell any more of them going forward.”

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More Jokes About Appearances

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Looking for more friendly jokes about appearances? We’ve got you covered. Check out these great lists of jokes about foreheads, height, noses, and more: