250 Bearded Dragon Names for Your New Reptile
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Apr. 30, 2025
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Naming a pet is always exciting. But when your pet is a bearded dragon? Even better. Bearded dragon names are ferociously fun!
Native to Australia, bearded dragons are known for the beard-like spines on their chin, which they puff up when threatened by predators. Whether you opt for a mythical moniker or a beard-inspired choice, a terrifying name or just one that’s terrifyingly cute, the possibilities are endless.
From ancient texts to recent blockbusters, we searched high and low to create this list of the best names for bearded dragons.
| Most Popular Bearded Dragon Names | |
|---|---|
| Draco | Of “Harry Potter” fame, Draco Malfoy has a reptilian reputation as a member of Slytherin. |
| Loki | In Norse mythology, Loki is a trickster god associated with dragons. |
| Luna | Meaning “moon,” Luna is a pretty, celestial name. |
| Mango | A fruit that’s popular in bearded dragons’ native Australia. |
| Mushu | In Disney’s “Mulan,” Mushu is a playful, talkative dragon. |
| Puff | In honor of the beloved “Puff the Magic Dragon” series. |
| Rango | Rango is a chameleon in the animated film of the same name, but this name suits any reptile with swagger. |
| Rex | Another dinosaur-inspired pick, Rex from “Toy Story” would make a cute namesake for any beardie. |
| Spike | When bearded dragons puff up their beard, their spiky scales become visible. |
| Toothless | In “How To Train Your Dragon,” Toothless was the first dragon to be tamed. |
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| Female Bearded Dragon Names | |
|---|---|
| Adelinda | Derived from Old German, this elegant name means “noble serpent.” |
| Aideen | Unlike their mythical counterparts, bearded dragons don’t breathe flames, but this Irish name meaning “little fire” is still a fun choice. |
| Ashley | Shortened to “Ash,” this name makes the perfect dragon nickname! |
| Birdie | This retro nickname has high-flying potential. |
| Brigid | Brigid is the Celtic goddess of fire and poetry. |
| Brinley | An English name meaning “burnt meadow.” |
| Brenda | An Old Norse name meaning “flaming sword.” |
| Candela | This pretty Spanish name means (you guessed it!) “candle.” |
| Chanda | A Sanskrit name meaning “hot and fierce.” |
| Chu’mana | Meaning “snake maiden,” this name is of Native American origin. |
| Coca | In medieval Portuguese folklore, Coca was a female dragon. |
| Dracona | The female version of Draco, this Latin-inspired name means “she-dragon.” |
| Edana | An Irish name meaning “fire.” |
| Elidi | Of Greek origin, meaning “gift from the sun”—perfect for your sunbathing companion! |
| Enya | A diminutive Irish name meaning “little fire.” |
| Etna | For a name with serious firepower, consider Etna, a volcano in Italy. |
| Helen | Another volcanic-inspired name, Mount Saint Helens is in Washington State. |
| Hestia | In Greek mythology, Hestia is the goddess of the hearth and fireside. |
| Hydra | In Greek and Roman mythology, the Hydra is a multi-headed, dragon-like beast. |
| Ignacia | Meaning “burning” or “fire,” this is the female version of Ignatius. |
| Kalinda | For your cold-blooded pet, this Sanskrit name means “sun.” |
| Kenna | This powerful Gaelic name means “fire-born.” |
| Krakatoa | A volcano in Indonesia, Krakatoa makes for a fiery, memorable name. |
| MacKenzie | A trendy Scottish girl’s name meaning “fire-born.” |
| Naga | In Sanskrit, Naga means “serpent.” |
| Nuri | This short-and-sweet name means “fire” or “bright.” |
| Pachu’a | Of Native American origin, this name means “feathered water snake.” |
| Pele | In Hawaiian mythology, Pele is the goddess of volcanoes, fire, and lightning. |
| Pogona | Pogona is the genus of reptiles containing bearded dragons; it could also make for a cute pet name. (You can even go with Pogo for short!) |
| Rainier | Mount Rainier is a volcano in Washington State. |
| Saphira | Saphira is the name of a beautiful blue dragon in the “Eragon” series of fantasy books. |
| Scylla | In Greek mythology, Scylla is a reptilian sea monster. |
| Serephina | Of Hebrew origin, this elegant name means “burning ones.” |
| Sorcha | An Irish name meaning “radiant.” |
| Tambora | Mount Tambora is a volcano in Indonesia. |
| Tana | A Greek name meaning “thought” or “sweetheart.” |
| Tandy | Derived from Old Norse, this cute name means “fire.” |
| Tapeka | In Māori mythology, Tapeka is the goddess of underground fire and volcanoes. |
| Tarasque | In French folklore, the Tarasque was a dragon who lived in Provence. (For a nickname, you can call your little dragon Tara!) |
| Tiamat | In Mesopotamian mythology, Tiamat was a powerful goddess, sometimes depicted as a dragon. |
| Wyvern | The wyvern is a dragon-like creature in European folklore. |
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| Male Bearded Dragon Names | |
|---|---|
| Aiden | A Gaelic name meaning “little fire.” |
| Apalala | In Buddhist tradition, Apalala is a water-dwelling dragon. |
| Apep | A demonic dragon in Egyptian mythology. |
| Belindo | In German, the name Belindo means “dragon” or “handsome”—either way, perfect for your little guy! |
| Bolla | In Albanian folklore, the Bolla is a shape-shifting snake that morphs into a dragon. |
| Brantley | Of German origin, this preppy boy’s name means “fire.” |
| Bryn | An ancient English name meaning “flame” or “fire.” |
| Cadmus | In Greek mythology, Cadmus is a dragon-slaying hero. |
| Camelot | King Arthur’s legendary court was in dragon territory. |
| Camo | Bearded dragons can change colors to camouflage themselves, so consider this cool-guy name. |
| Drago | Of Slavic origin, Drago means precious—perfect for your precious drago(n). |
| Drake | Of Old English and Old Norse origin, meaning “dragon.” |
| Eustace | In “The Chronicles of Narnia,” the character Eustace turns into a dragon. |
| Evren | In Turkish mythology, Evren is a snake-like dragon. |
| Fafnir | In Norse mythology, Fafnir is a human who becomes a dragon after stealing a ring; the greedy character inspired J.R.R. Tolkien when creating his own Smaug and Gollum. |
| Flame | Coming in hot! A fitting name for your dragon buddy. |
| Flint | This boy’s name is also the name of a type of rock that can be used to start a fire. |
| Fuego | The Spanish word for “fire” has dragon-worthy swagger. |
| Fuji | Mount Fuji is a volcano in Japan. |
| Griffin | A Welsh boy’s name, Griffin is also the name of a legendary flying beast. |
| Ignatius | Meaning “fiery,” this distinguished Latin name shortens sweetly to Iggy! |
| Inferno | Even if your pet can’t start a fire, this ferocious name is plenty cute. |
| Jabberwock | Lewis Carroll’s novel “Through the Looking Glass” includes a poem about the Jabberwock, a dragon-esque creature. |
| Jet | It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s a … bearded dragon! |
| Julius | A Greek name meaning “downy-bearded.” |
| Kenneth | This Scottish name means “fire-born” or “good-looking”— yes and yes! |
| Leviathan | In Jewish tradition, the Leviathan is a fearsome sea monster who appears in the Old Testament. |
| Lightning | Bearded dragons can run up to 9 miles per hour, making this flashy name the perfect pick. |
| Lombard | A Germanic surname meaning “long beard.” |
| Merlin | In Arthurian legend, the mythical magician knows his way around a dragon lair. |
| Nidhogg | Nidhogg is a dragon who gnaws at a root of the world tree in Norse mythology. |
| Phoenix | In Greek mythology, the Phoenix is an immortal bird who bursts into flames and is reborn from the ashes. |
| Quetzalcoatl | Meaning “feathered serpent,” Quetzalcoatl is a Mesoamerican deity. |
| Ryuu | A Japanese name meaning “dragon.” |
| Singe | Meaning “to burn,” Singe has a certain spark to it. |
| Talon | A fearsome name for a dragon, no matter the size. |
| Tatsu | A tatsu is a mythical dragon in Japanese folklore. |
| Thor | The hammer-wielding Norse god was known to fight the occasional dragon. |
| Tyson | Meaning “high-spirited” or “fire,” of Old French origin. |
| Veles | In Slavic folklore, Veles is the god of the underworld and is sometimes depicted as a dragon. |
| Vesuvius | Mount Vesuvius is a legendarily fiery volcano in Italy. |
| Zomok | Zomok is a flying serpent in European folklore. |
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| Cute Bearded Dragon Names | |
|---|---|
| Babe | In the animated movie “Luck,” Babe is the name of a dragon who is the CEO of Good Luck. |
| Beau | Meaning “beautiful” or “handsome,” this sweet French name is magnifique. |
| Blaze | Perfect for your speedy, spirited dragon. |
| Bonfire | For short, you can call your fiery friend Bonnie! |
| Bruni | In “Frozen 2,” Bruni is an adorable salamander who is the spirit of fire. |
| Chusi | Of Native American origin, this cute name means “snake flower.” |
| Cinderella | Fit for a princess, this Disney-popularized name begins with “cinder,” making it dragon-approved. |
| Comet | For the pet who lights up your day, consider this fiery, celestial name. |
| Cupcake | Sweet and petite—what’s not to love? |
| Dino | A fun and playful name for your mini dinosaur. |
| Dragonfly | Bearded dragons eat dragonflies, so this name is a “food-inspired” choice. |
| Dulcy | In the “Sonic the Hedgehog” comic series, Dulcy is a crime-fighting dragon with a sweet side. |
| Ember | The word for a small piece of burning coal, Ember also makes for an adorable name. |
| Fiammetta | An Italian name meaning “little flame.” |
| Figment | Figment the dragon is the mascot of Disney World’s Epcot park. |
| Jalapeño | For the pet who likes it hot, an appropriately spicy name. |
| Junior | The perfect name for a pint-sized dragon. |
| Kaida | A Japanese name meaning “little dragon.” |
| Kindle | This lively name is ideal for the dragon with a fun and fiery side. |
| Legend | Because just like dragons, your pet is legendary. |
| Libelle | A German name meaning “dragonfly.” |
| Lizzy | Whether her full name is Elizabeth or just plain Lizzy, this is an adorable name for any lizard. |
| Lucky | In Japanese folklore, dragons are considered lucky. |
| Magic | Whether or not your beardie can conjure any spells, there’s magic in the human-animal connection. |
| Nugget | A cute little name for your cute little friend. |
| Peanut | Perfect for any pint-sized pet. |
| Pixie | A magical, high-flying name fitting for a special pet. |
| Rainbow | A colorful nod to your beardie’s camouflage capabilities. |
| Reptar | Reptar is a dinosaur in the “Rugrats” cartoons, but this fun name has plenty of dragon potential. |
| Rocky | Bearded dragons love sunbathing on rocks, so consider this cute and classic option. |
| Sandy | A cute name for a desert-dweller. |
| Scorch | For the pet who’s burning up your heart. |
| Smokey | Although popular for dogs and bears, we think Smokey is best for beardies. |
| Sparky | Another classic dog name, Sparky is dragon-ready. |
| Snapdragon | This fresh-picked name adds a floral flair. |
| Soleil | For your sun-loving pet, consider the French word for “sun.” |
| Star | A twinkling name for the tropical pet who always brightens your day. |
| Sugar | Does it get any sweeter than Sugar? |
| Summer | This seasonal name nods to beardies’ favorite weather. |
| Sunny | Perfect for the pet who likes to soak up the sun. |
| Tinker Bell | For short, take your pick from Tink or Bell! |
| Torch | Another fire-inspired name, Torch is short, sweet, and brings the heat. |
| Unicorn | A unique, magical name for your unique, magical dragon. |
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| Bearded Dragon Names Based on Pop Culture | |
|---|---|
| Aithusa | In the “Merlin” miniseries, Aithusa is a white dragon hatched by the wizard himself. |
| Ancalagon | Also known as The Black, Ancalagon is the most feared dragon in “The Lord of the Rings.” |
| Azula | Azula is a dragon in the role-playing game “Elden Ring.” |
| Charizard | Charizard is a fire-breathing dragon in the Pokémon universe. |
| Charmander | Charmander is a reptile Pokémon complete with a fire-tipped tail. |
| Daenerys | Also known as the “Mother of Dragons,” no one loves reptiles more than Daenerys Targaryen in “Game of Thrones.” |
| Dimitrescu | In the “Resident Evil” franchise, Lady Dimitrescu transforms into a massive dragon. |
| Dragonite | Dragonite is a turquoise-winged dragon in the Pokémon world. |
| Dragonstorm | In the movie “Transformers: The Last Knight,” Dragonstorm is a three-headed dragon. |
| Drogon | In “Game of Thrones,” Drogon is Daenerys’s red-and-black dragon. |
| Elliott | Elliott is the featured reptile in the Disney film “Pete’s Dragon.” |
| Falcor | Fans of “The NeverEnding Story” will remember Falcor as the dog-like luckdragon. |
| Faranth | In the fantasy series “Dragonriders of Pern,” Faranth is a golden dragon. |
| Firedrake | In the “Dungeons & Dragons” franchise, firedrakes are small, shimmery dragons. |
| Gandalf | The “Lord of the Rings” wizard sports an epic beard. |
| Glaurung | In “The Lord of the Rings,” Glaurung is known as the Father of Dragons. |
| Hagrid | As the Care of Magical Creatures instructor in “Harry Potter,” dragon-enthusiast Hagrid is a larger-than-life namesake. |
| Haku | In the animated film “Spirited Away,” Haku is a boy who can shapeshift into a dragon. |
| Khaleesi | In addition to “Mother of Dragons,” Daenerys Targaryen is also known as Khaleesi in “Game of Thrones.” |
| Krayt | In the “Star Wars” universe, krayt dragons are venomous, carnivorous reptiles. |
| Lockheed | In the “X-Men” comic books, Lockheed is an alien dragon. |
| Maleficent | In the Disney film “Maleficent,” the title character can take the form of a dragon. |
| Meleys | In “Game of Thrones,” Meleys is one of Rhaenys Targaryen’s dragons. |
| Nagini | For a reptilian-ready “Harry Potter” name, consider Nagini, Voldemort’s man-eating snake. |
| Norbert | In “Harry Potter,” Norbert is a Norwegian Ridgeback dragon. (It’s later discovered that Norbert is, in fact, a Norberta.) |
| Rhaegal | Rhaegal is another of Daenerys Targaryen’s dragons in “Game of Thrones.” |
| Shenron | Shenron is a magical, wish-granting dragon in the “Dragon Ball” franchise. |
| Sisu | Sisu is the lone blue dragon in the Disney film “Raya and the Last Dragon.” |
| Slytherin | In “Harry Potter,” the Slytherin house is known for its reptilian affiliations. |
| Smaug | Smaug is the evil dragon in J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Hobbit.” |
| Spyro | “Spyro the Dragon” is a video game starring a young, plucky purple dragon. |
| Syrax | In the “Game of Thrones” universe, Syrax is a female dragon ridden by Rhaenyra Targaryen. |
| Urulóki | Urulóki are fire-breathing dragons in “Lord of the Rings.” |
| Velaryon | Velaryon is another House of Targaryen dragon in “Game of Thrones.” |
| Viserion | Viserion is one of Daenerys Targaryen’s dragons in “Game of Thrones.” |
| Zak and Wheezie | If you have multiple bearded dragons, look no further than the two-headed dynamic duo in the animated series “Dragon Tales.” |
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Bearded Dragon Names Based on Australia
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| Adelaide | This pretty girl’s name is also the capital of South Australia. |
| Alinta | Of Australian origin, meaning “flame.” |
| Allora | A rural town located in Queensland. |
| Ashmore | Ashmore is a suburb of the City of Gold Coast—and the nickname Ash is perfect for dragons! |
| Aussie | A nickname for Australians, Aussie also makes for a great pet name. |
| Bandit | As “Bluey” fans know, Bandit is the Heeler family’s lovable dad in the Australian cartoon. |
| Billabong | An Australian word for a branch of a river, Billabong is a fun-to-say pet name. (For short, call your beardie Bill or Billy!) |
| Bindi | Of Aboriginal origin, the name Bindi means “little girl” or “butterfly.” |
| Bingo | Bluey’s little sister, Bingo, is also a fun dragon namesake. |
| Bluey | After the Australian kids’ cartoon that has fans of all ages across the globe. |
| Bondi | Bondi Beach is a famous surfing beach in New South Wales. |
| Brindabella | The Brindabella Valley is in New South Wales and comes with an adorable built-in nickname—Bella! |
| Brisbane | Brisbane is the capital of the state of Queensland. |
| Burnie | Could there be a better name for an Aussie dragon? Burnie is a port city in Tasmania. |
| Canberra | Canberra is the capital of Australia. |
| Darana | This otherworldly Australian girl’s name means “mysterious witch.” |
| Darwin | Darwin is the capital of Australia’s Northern Territory. |
| Ellin | Of Aboriginal origins, this girl’s name means “hope.” |
| Goldie | A nod to Australia’s Gold Coast. |
| Hobart | Hobart is the capital of Tasmania. |
| Irwin | In honor of the late, great Steve Irwin, also known as the Crocodile Hunter. |
| Jarrah | This boy’s name is also the name of a species of eucalyptus tree in Western Australia. |
| Jedda | An Aboriginal name meaning “little wild goose.” |
| Jervis | Jervis Bay is on the south coast of New South Wales. |
| Kalina | An Aboriginal name meaning “love.” |
| Kangaroo | Australia’s famous marsupial makes a hopping-good name for any animal, including bearded dragons! |
| Karri | Meaning “pure” or “beloved,” Karri is also the name of a eucalyptus flowering plant in Australia. |
| Koala | Bear with us—Koala could be a great dragon name! |
| Koen | A popular boy’s name, Koen is derived from the Aboriginal word for “thunder.” |
| Kylie | A popular Australian girl’s name, as evidenced by Aussie pop singer Kylie Minogue. |
| Lenah | Aboriginal in origin, this girl’s name means “kangaroo,” representing the animal’s strength. |
| Maali | Meaning “black swan,” this pretty Australian name could be a great choice for a beardie of any color. |
| Marlie | An Australian girl’s name meaning “drop of the sea.” |
| Matilda | The folk song “Waltzing Matilda” is known as Australia’s unofficial national anthem. |
| Mia | A popular Australian girl’s name associated with the moon. |
| Melbourne | Melbourne is the capital of the state of Victoria—go with Mel for short! |
| Monaro | Monaro is a region in New South Wales. |
| Oz | Australia’s nickname is Oz—wonderful wizards or not, it’s a great name for a dragon! |
| Perth | Perth is the capital of Western Australia. |
| Queen | Inspired by Queensland, a regal name for your beloved pet. |
| Straya | Another nickname for Australia, Straya is a play on how Australians pronounce the country’s name. |
| Sydney | This traditional girl’s name is also the name of the capital of New South Wales. |
| Tarni | Of Aboriginal origin, meaning “wave.” |
| Taz | A wink to Taz the Tasmanian Devil, the tornado-like Looney Tunes character. |
| Victoria | Victoria is a state in southeastern Australia—take your pick of Vicky or Tori for short! |
| Vivonne | Vivonne Bay is on the south coast of Kangaroo Island. |
| Wollongong | Wollongong is a city in New South Wales. The name is super fun to say, but you can always go with Wally for short! |
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| Funny Bearded Dragon Names | |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln | Is there anyone more famous for their beard? |
| Bad Bill | Borrowed from the tough-guy Gila monster in the animated film “Rango.” |
| Balthromaw | In the animated series “Rick and Morty,” Balthromaw is a grumpy pet dragon. |
| Barney | In honor of every kid’s favorite purple dinosaur. |
| Beardie | Why not name your little bud after his most striking feature? |
| Beowulf | In the epic poem, Beowulf fights and defeats a dragon. Even so, we think your pet will agree that Beowulf is a hilarious name for a reptile. |
| Bowser | The Nintendo villain is part reptile and pure comedy. |
| Buster | Admit it—you assumed Buster was a Golden Retriever. |
| Chilly | An ironic name for a desert-dwelling, sunbathing beauty. |
| Cricket | Crickets might not find it funny, but for a silly name, look no further than your beardie’s favorite meal. |
| Crispy | Don’t get too close to a dragon, or you’ll be crispy too. |
| Dundee | In honor of the classic Australian film “Crocodile Dundee.” |
| Fang | A fitting name for any ferocious (or ferociously cute) dragon. |
| Fido | While expected for a dog, Fido the Bearded Dragon will get a laugh every time. |
| Fluffy | There’s nothing fluffy about beardies, which is why we love this name. |
| Frosty | Nothing like naming your tropical pet after a snowman. |
| Godzilla | The smaller the beardie, the better the name. |
| Goliath | An intimidating name for an intimidatingly adorable pet. |
| Jaws | The infamous Great White would be happy to lend his name to a fellow predator. |
| Lizard King | A nickname of the late Doors front man, Jim Morrison. |
| Mr. Burns | The “Simpsons” character has the perfect last name for a dragon. |
| Olaf | Despite being a snowman, “Frozen” fave Olaf loves summer and warm hugs. |
| Platypus | Just like bearded dragons, the world’s silliest animal is native to Australia. |
| Popsicle | You can call your dragon Pop for short. |
| Puppy | No one expects to meet a Puppy with scales. |
| Santa | Like your pet, Mr. Claus is known for his impressive beard. |
| S’more | If your dragon really did breathe fire, you could enjoy the tasty treat anytime. |
| Snowball | Who says Snowball has to be a fluffy, white cat? |
| Spot | Who’s a good bearded dragon? You are, Spot! |
| Stromboli | Stromboli is a volcano on the Aeolian Islands archipelago in Italy—and it’s a hilarious name for any pet. |
| Toast | The perfect breakfast carb, and the perfect name for a fire-breather. |
| Trogdor the Burninator | Did the late, great web cartoon Homestar Runner have the best named dragon of all time? It’s possible. |
| Yoda | Naming a reptile Yoda is always a good idea. |
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