260 Names for Monkeys That Will Make You Go Bananas

Are you looking for a memorable monkey name for the cheeky, fuzzy monkey you love? Whether you’re naming an actual monkey, a character, or a beloved plush toy, we’ve compiled 260 of the best monkey names for you. They range from the funny, cute, and unique to names based on a monkey’s appearance, behavior, and color; there are even monkey names from pop culture, including movies, books, and TV. Be sure to also check out our tips on how to choose the best monkey name possible.

Great Monkey Names

Funny: Bananas, Booger, Donkey Kong, Gizmo, Ringo, Squeegee, Zorro
Unique: Clover, Echo, Nyx, Orion, Sarge, Thorne, Zephyr
Female: Bella, Coco, Hazel, Lucy, Nala, Ruby, Trixie
Male: Buddy, Chico, Finn, Jasper, Milo, Pip, Rocky
Pop Culture: Abu (Aladdin), Rafiki (The Lion King), Spike (Ace Ventura: Pet Detective)

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Funny Monkey Names

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Create laughter with names that are playful and entertaining. There is no shortage of funny monkey names out there. Choose one that matches the personality of the monkey you love. If they’re mischievous like a gremlin, for instance, consider naming them Gizmo. If you love vintage video games, consider something like Donkey Kong.
- Bamboozle
- Bananas
- Binky
- Booger
- Boomer
- Bootsie
- Bubbles
- Donkey Kong
- Frizzle
- Gizmo
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- Juggler
- Ringo
- Rio
- Ruckus
- Scrappy
- Skittles
- Spud
- Squeegee
- Tater Tot^{[2]
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- Whiskers
- Wigglesworth
- Yoyo
- Zip Zap
- Zorro

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Unique Monkey Names

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Go for something that stands out. You might surprise everyone by calling your monkey Professor if they’re brainy, or King Kong if you love movie classics. Nyx is the Greek goddess of the night, while Sarge is perfect if you have a monkey who’s in charge. Use your own take on Chunky Monkey ice cream with Funky Monkey, or create your very own monkey superhero called Captain Monkey Pants. The possibilities are nearly endless.
- Aztec
- Caesar
- Captain Monkey Pants
- Clover
- Echo
- Funky Monkey
- Jack
- King Kong
- Maximus
- Nyx
- Orion
- Professor
- Quasar
- Sage
- Sarge
- Star^{[3]
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- Thorne
- Yoda
- Zayne
- Zephyr

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Cute Monkey Names

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Celebrate how adorable monkeys can be. Monkey names like Giggles, Bibby, or Sprinkles are perfect for sweet little monkeys. Goofball and Hooty are names for super entertaining monkeys. Taz and Fizz are cute names for stuffed toys you won’t be able to resist.
- Bibby
- Bongo
- Buttons
- Chuckles
- Doodle Bug
- Fizz
- Giggles
- Goofball
- Hooty
- Jester
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- Noodle
- Rascal
- Scoot
- Snickers
- Sparky
- Sprinkles
- Sweetpea
- Taz
- Twitchy

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Female Monkey Names

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Pick ladylike names for your monkey girl. Certain female names bring a touch of sophistication to monkeys, like Alexa, Zara, and Zoe. Vintage-style names are popular too, and include Hazel, Mabel, and Ruby. Or, you could go for girl names that seem like they were made for monkeys, like Bella, Luna, and Coco.
- Abby
- Alexa
- Bella
- Coco
- Daisy
- Ella
- Hazel
- Kira
- Lucy
- Luna
- Mabel
- Nala
- Rain
- Rosie
- Ruby
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- Sophie
- Trixie
- Zara
- Zoe

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Male Monkey Names

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Name your favorite Mister Monkey something they’ll be proud of. You can keep it cute with names like Charlie, Chico, and Jasper. Otherwise, go for a trendy choice like Finn or Archie. If you just love a classic boy’s name, then stick to favorites like George (for Curious George), Max, or Leo.
- Archie
- Bruno
- Buddy
- Charlie
- Chico
- Chip
- Finn
- George
- Jasper
- Leo
- Max
- Milo
- Nick
- Oscar
- Pip
- Rex
- Rocky
- Rusty
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- Ziggy

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Monkey Names Beginning With “M”

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Stick to names that begin with “M” for an alliterative effect. It’s easy to use any of these names followed by “the Monkey.” For instance, there’s Maverick the Monkey, Mimi the Monkey, or Mischief the Monkey. Explore as many “M” words as you can so you pick the very best one.
- Macaca
- Macaroni
- Mandela
- Mango
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- Marley
- Marmalade
- Marshmallow
- Matata
- Maverick
- Maymun
- Meek
- Mia
- Mimi
- Mischief
- Misty
- Mojo
- Molly
- Moonbeam
- Mowgli

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Monkey Names Based on Pop Culture

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Honor your favorite monkey characters in TV, movies, and books. Monkey names range from classics like Curious George (Curious George), King Louie (The Jungle Book), or Cheeta (Tarzan). Some newer monkey characters to offer inspiration are Boots (Dora the Explorer) or Aldo (My Gym Partner’s a Monkey).
- Abu (Aladdin)
- Aldo (My Gym Partner’s a Monkey)
- Bear (BJ and the Bear)
- Beppo (Superman comics)
- Bingo (Bingo)
- Boots (Dora the Explorer)
- Cheeta (Tarzan)
- Curious George (Curious George)
- Darwin (The Wild Thornberrys)
- Dexter (Night at the Museum)
- Dr. Zaius (Planet of the Apes)
- George (George of the Jungle)
- King Louie (The Jungle Book)
- Major Minor (The Banana Splits Adventure Hour)^{[8]
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- Marcel (Friends)
- Mojo Jojo (The Powerpuff Girls)
- Nim (Project Nim)
- Rafiki (The Lion King)
- Spike (Ace Ventura: Pet Detective)
- Wilson (Dennis the Menace)

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Monkey Names Based on Appearance

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Pick a name that reflects a monkey’s size, looks, and appearance. If they’re the hairiest monkeys ever, try Bigfoot, Fuzzy, or Shaggy. Cheeks is an ideal name when you love to pinch their adorable faces. Smiley is a name for monkeys who make you laugh, while Softie is perfect for those who are not as tough as they look.
- Smiley
- Bigfoot
- Buttercup
- Cheeks
- Chunky
- Fuzzy
- Gingersnap
- Hercules
- Little Boo
- Munchkin
- Orangutang
- Patches
- Pipsqueak
- Puffy
- Shaggy
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- Snowflake
- Softie
- Squirt
- Yeti

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Names for Brown Monkeys

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Highlight the brown tones in a monkey’s fur. Start by choosing brown tones themselves, like Beige, Chestnut, or Rust. Then, expand your horizons with food-inspired monikers, including Cinnamon, Coffee, or Brownie. You can even have a monkey who goes by the name of Timber or Root Beer.
- Beige
- Brownie
- Caramel
- Chestnut
- Cinnamon
- Coffee
- Espresso
- Fawn
- Java
- Khaki
- Maple
- Mocha
- Pecan
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- Rust
- Sienna
- Tan
- Timber
- Toffee
- Walnut

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Names for Black Monkeys

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Call attention to a monkey’s dark, beautiful color. Monkeys who are black, or black and white, deserve a name just as fitting. Names that might make you think of black include Charcoal, Cola, or Ink. Names that are associated with night, like Galaxy, Midnight, and Noir, are also perfect for your moody monkey guy or gal.
- Carbon
- Charcoal
- Coal
- Cola
- Eclair
- Eclipse
- Galaxy
- Ink
- Jet
- Licorice
- Midnight
- Nightshade
- Noir
- Onyx
- Panther
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- Raven
- Shadow
- Smokey
- Tuxedo

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Monkey Names Based on Behavior

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Channel your inner primate with names inspired by how monkeys act. Focus on their super energetic and playful nature with names like Bounce, Dizzy, and Hopper. Klutzy monkeys might be called Jiggles, Tumbles, or Wiggle Butt. If your monkey loves to dance around, they could be Coco Loco or just Boogie.
- Boogie
- Bounce
- Coco Loco
- Cuddles
- Dizzy
- Fidget
- Hopper
- Jiggles
- Jumpy
- Nibbles
- Peppy
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- Skip
- Snappy
- Snuggles
- Tumbles
- Twist
- Wiggle Butt
- Wiggles
- Zippy

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Monkey Names in Other Languages

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Find names in other languages that match your monkey’s sensibilities. Some of the following mean “monkey” in other languages, like Singe (French) or Macaco (Portuguese). If the monkey you know is royal-worthy, name them Raj (“king” in Sanskrit) or Suki (“golden princess” in Japanese).
- Baloo - Hindi; taken from “Dragon Ball Z.”
- Bao - Means “successful” in Chinese.
- Fei - Means “to fly” in Chinese.
- Goku - Means “beloved” in Japanese.
- Imani - Swahili; taken from “The Jungle Book.”
- Kaida - Means “eloquent” in Japanese
- Macaco - Means “monkey” in Portuguese.
- Omar - Means “sun” in Sanskrit.
- Orla - Means “morning star” in Irish.
- Paco - Means “free man” in Spanish.
- Raj - Means “king” in Arabic.
- Singe - Means “monkey” in French.
- Sorin - Means “life” in Romanian.
- Suki - Means “golden princess” in Japanese.
- Tariq - Means “tranquil” in Arabic.
- Uma - Means “dance in the air” in Hindi.^{[13]
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- Vida - Means “treasure” in Spanish.
- Winona - Means “little dragon” in Native American cultures.
- Xiang - Means “fragrant” in Chinese.
- Yuki - Means “free” in Japanese.

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Monkey Names Based on Types of Monkeys

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Call them by their scientific monkey name (or a scientific monkey name). There are many scientific names for types of monkeys that would make a great name for your monkey, like Baboon, Chimp, or Gorilla.
- Baboon
- Chimp
- Colobus
- Dwarf
- Gibbon
- Gorilla
- Howler
- Little Lion
- Mandrill
- Pygmy
- Spider
- Squirrel
- Thesus
- Titi
- Vervet

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How to Choose a Monkey Names

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Consider the monkey’s personality and behavior. Think about their temperament and how they move or play. If you’re naming a character or stuffed animal monkey, decide on a name that describes the kind of personality you love. Some fun possibilities are here:
- Fidget
- Jumpy
- Cuddles
- Zippy
- Skip
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Let their appearance inspire you. What stands out when you look at the monkey you love? Is it their color, their smile, or their overall appearance? Choose some names that reflect how they look that are adorable and entertaining. Some possibilities are ahead;^{[14]
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- Munchkin
- Cola
- Nutmeg
- Patches
- Onyx
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Choose a name that is easy to remember. Even though you may like a more complicated monkey name, make sure it’s not hard to say or recall. If you do pick a longer or more difficult name, have a nickname ready when you need the short version. Here are some easy-to-say monkey names:
- Yoyo
- Bibby
- Jet
- Bear
- Jojo
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Make it memorable. There are so many cute monkey names out there. If famous monkeys' names are your favorite, choose one from a film or story you love. If you need a monkey name in another language, look into those. Whichever name you land on, be sure it’s one to remember.^{[15]
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