Top 63 Funny and Cute Cactus Names (Curated & Ranked) + Generator

Indoor cactus plants in small white planters in a bedroom

Houseplants have become more and more popular in recent years,[1] and cacti are well-loved by indoor and outdoor plant enthusiasts for their variety and growing characteristics.[2]

While cacti are most associated with desert landscapes, they’re actually native to most of North and South America.[3]

There are even a few types thought to be native to East Africa, Madagascar, and Sri Lanka.[3]

In fact, there are nearly 2,000 species of cactus on Earth![3]

Regardless of which type of cactus you have in your plant family, we have over 60 cute and funny cactus name ideas below.

Scroll past the list for tips on choosing the perfect name for your cactus.

Funny and Cute Cactus Names

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    Stabitha

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    Prickle Rick

    a play on Pickle Rick from “Rick and Morty”

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    Spike

    reference to the cactus’ spines

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    Fred

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    Verde

    meaning “green”

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    Spikey

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    Pierce

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    Cottontail

    for a bunny ears cactus

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    Greenie

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    Fluffy

    ironic since cacti have spines

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    Sir Stabbington

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    Katniss

    “The Hunger Games” character name that sounds somewhat like “cactus”

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    Snuggles

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    Cactina Turner

    a reference to the famous singer Tina Turner

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    Blossom

    for a flowering cactus

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    Button

    for a small plant

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    Sunny

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    Thumper

    for a bunny ears cactus

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    Dandelion

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    Shane the Sharp

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    Prickles

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    Ms. Prickly

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    Barb

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    Flora

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    Baby Bulbous

    for a round-shaped cactus

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    Big Green Giant

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    Cherub

    for a small angel wing cactus

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    Granny

    for an old lady cactus (mammillaria hahniana)

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    Emerald

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    Pokey

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    Spikasaurus Rex

    a play on “Tyrannosaurus rex” referencing the cactus’ spines

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    Prickly Pete

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    Vlad the Impaler

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    Spike Lee

    a reference to the notable film director

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    Needles

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    The Green One

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    Cuddles

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    Sunshine

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    Gus

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    Porkie

    short for “porcupine,” which also has spines

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    Eeyore

    for a burro’s tail cactus, named after Winnie-the-Pooh’s donkey friend

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    Elsa

    for a fairy castle cactus; named after the Disney character who lives in a snow castle

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    Obi-Wan

    for a rat tail cactus; Ewan McGregor had a rat tail when playing the “Star Wars” character

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    Marty

    for a zebra cactus; named for the zebra character in “Madagascar”

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    Ratatouille

    for a rat tail cactus

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    The Unwatered

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    Merida

    for a fairy castle cactus; named after the Disney character who lives in a Scottish castle

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    Mr. Moon

    for a moon cactus

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    Snowball

    for a bunny ears cactus; named after the “Secret Life of Pets” rabbit character

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    Tiny

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    Seraphim

    for an angel wing cactus

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    Gabriel

    for an angel wing cactus

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    Whiskey

    for a barrel cactus, since whiskey is aged in a barrel

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    Tiramisu

    for a ladyfinger cactus; tiramisu is made with ladyfinger sponge cake biscuits

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    Tony Saguaro

    a play on Tony Soprano and the saguaro cactus

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    Tian Tian

    for a panda cactus; named after the National Zoo’s famous panda

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    Sharpie

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    Blue Ivy

    for a blue column cactus; named after Beyonce’s daughter

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    Dr. Green Thumb

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    Potted Pepper

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    T. Swift

    for a snake plant; Taylor Swift’s “reputation” album and tour had a snake theme

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    Old St. Nick

    for a Christmas cactus

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    Angelica Prickles

    reference to the “Rugrats” character Angelica Pickles

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How to Choose the Perfect Cactus Name

Keep the following tips in mind when choosing a cactus name to help you find the perfect option:

  • Decide what type of name you want. Do you prefer old-fashioned names, funny ones, pop culture references, or cute names? Whatever your preference, making this the first step in choosing your cactus name will make it easier for you to narrow down your options.
  • Choose a theme based on your other interests. A movie buff, for example, could name their cacti after famous directors. Someone with interest in fishing could give their plants aquatic-themed names. If you have multiple cacti, choosing a theme will also make it easier to name your whole plant family!
  • Get inspiration from your specific cactus. Great ideas can come from very obvious places, such as the plant’s colors, size, or unique features. For example, a golden barrel cactus with bright yellow spines might fit the name “Sunshine.”
  • Give yourself time. The perfect cactus name won’t always come to you immediately! Take time to choose so you can find a name you truly love.

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