If Your Vehicle Doesn't Have a Name, It Needs One! Here Are 250 of the Best Car Name Ideas of All Time
There’s a lot to love about the new car experience, from the thrill of a smooth ride to that amazing new car smell. Arguably the best part is that you can give your new vehicle a fun and unique name! After all, you don’t want to be stuck listing the model and make every time you tell people about your new ride.
But how do you pick the perfect name for your new car? Easier said than done! There’s a bit of an art to naming your car. Here’s how to find the most brilliant car name ever with 250 of the best car names.
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How To Name a Car
Your new car is more than just a set of wheels. It’s an extension of your personality. And if you’ve got a long commute or some road trips planned, you’re going to be spending a lot of time behind the wheel. Doesn’t your vehicular companion deserve a proper name?
1. Consider the car's make and model.
Let’s start with the basics: the make and model of your car. Different cars have different aesthetics—just like people. Ever met a big, bulky dude named Spencer? Maybe, but there's also a high possibility that he's actually called Bruce or Jason. How about a quirky girl next door named Anastasia? Again, very possible, but something like Heather or Jess might fit her better. Same for your car: a sleek, sporty convertible should have a name to match, as should a robust SUV or a classic sedan.
2. Think about what you'll be using the car for.
Next, think about what you’re going to do in the car. Are you headed for some off-road adventures? Need to lug around your band gear? Brainstorm some names that match those activities. The SUV you’re going to take camping? Try “Firestarter” or “Stargazer.” The compact sedan that you’ll drive around on business? Try “Diamond” or “Boss.” Some people use popular character names, such as Laura Croft for an adventure vehicle or Mad Max for a huge pickup track.
3. Pay attention to your car's color.
Colors can give you some ideas, too. You can choose a character name that matches the color, such as The Hulk for a big green SUV. There are tons of color words that double as names, too. (Think Amethyst, Scarlet or Periwinkle.)
4. Ask yourself if your car has a gender.
Want to give your car a gender? Historically, car names were female, but the world is your oyster and your car can be whatever you'd like. A cute little coupe might be a good “Bella,” while a luxe convertible could be “Queenie.” Many people name their big trucks names like “Bruno” or “Tank.”
5. Get creative with your car's name.
You’re definitely not limited to actual names, either. There are hundreds of cars out there named Flash, Devil, Sparky, etc. You can also think about mythological creatures (e.g. Unicorn, Chimera, Dragon), gods (e.g. Zeus, Aphrodite), famous buildings or ships (e.g. Big Ben, Titanic) or even animals (e.g. Bumblebee, Tiger).
The key is to find a name that (A.) Physically describes the car, (B.) Matches your personality and (C.) Has the attitude you want to express! The best car names check all three boxes.
For example, naming a heavy-duty pickup that’s going to be towing a boat “Princess” might not be the best choice (although it's a funny one). Instead, names like “Poseidon” or something majestic might work better. A sexy little convertible might not be named “The Terminator," but something like “Jessica Rabbit” or “Hot Mama” could definitely work. You need a name that perfectly captures your new car’s character.
Struggling with name ideas? Keep reading for a curated list of the world’s best car names!
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250 Best Car Names
Eleanor
Terminator
Indestructible
Brum
Bumblebee
Oatmeal
Party Wagon
Gina
Bessie
Battle Shell
The Beast
Rascal
Arrowcar
Boomer Siren
Underdog
Turtle Taxi
Waggy
Guardian
Spit Fires
Jitter Bug
Wired
Road Sniper
Lucky
Robocop
Purple Dove
Viper
Laser Sword
Desdamona
Male Car Names
Eminem
Billy Bob
Rocky
Bono
Cooper
John
Lil Lady
Bruce
Enzo
Popeye
Drake
Charlie
Royce
Xerxes
Tarzan
Buster
Romeo
Nasty
Tonk
Linus
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Female Car Names
Peggy
Betty
Fat Amy
Kate
Clio
Eve
Tinkerbelle
Lexie
Savana
Elvira
Liz Lemon
Molly
Kia
Heather
Mystique
Sheila
Lancia
Lola
Dorothy
Sophia
Black Car Names
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Melanite
The Black Dahlia
The Duke
Black Jack
Raven
Jet
Black Ace
Black Mamba
Dementor
Spooky
Blade
Magic Grease
Zorro
Venom
Black Cat
Dusk
Sirius Black
Nightmare
Nyx
Black Bob
Vader
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Red Car Names
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Bloodshot
Bloody Wheels
Annie
Rosy Roadster
Ferris Bueller
Hellcat
Christine
Crimson Engine
Rosanne
Naughty Santa
Lola
Red Wine
Cherry Bomb
Phoenix
Pebbles
Flame On
Blazing Saddles
Firefox
Clifford
Red Rock
White Car Names
Frosty
Alaska
Jon Snow
Milky White
Crossbones
Chalky
Diamond
Waxen
Marshmallow
Moby Dick
Fang
Ivory
Polar Bear
Sugar
White Rabbit
Bleach
Fluffernutter
Yang
Ghost
Elsa
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Gray or Silver Car Names
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Metalhead
Iron Man
Silver Fox
Gray Ghost
Shine
Raiden
Quicksilver
Bullet
Mystic
Magneto
Grey Speedster
Soul Ride
Ash
Dorian
Flintstones
Scythe
Specter
Tron
Shiny Gaze
Invincible
Cool Car Names
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Conquest
Zeus
Death Dealer
Blitz
Rims
Payday
Drop Head
Captain Ameri-car
Tokyo Drift
Grande
Hammer
Jolly Roger
Voyager
Everest
Fist
Carzilla
Wheels
Gorilla
Ace
Slick
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Funny Car Names
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Grandpa
Lazy Bones
Crasher
Big Booty Judy
New Noise
Little Piggy
Angry Bird
Slugger
Smelly Joe
Dirty Gerty
Squeaker
Shaguar
Doughboy
Won’t Start
Buckaroo
Crawler
Unwashed
Clown Mobile
Distress
Junkyard
Fast Car Names
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Adrenaline
Lightning McQueen
Knockout
Drag
Speed
Nitro
Flash
Light
Smoke
Race Machine
Bolt
Scorch
Sonic
Godspeed
Clockwork
Wildcard
Blink
Quickster
Angry Bull
Zinger
Old Car Names
Bob
Madonna
Belle
Courtney
Austin
Barney
Jack
Scarlett
Selena
Reggie
Max
Hercules
Cleopatra
Duke
Marley
Cliff
Elton
Kitty
Sheldon
Rusty
First Car Names
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Uno
Young Blood
Square One
Neoteric
Intro
The Core
Crisp Comer
Pioneer
Blow-in
Alien
Clean sweep
Modernist
Swank
Expedient
Leading Edge
Starter
Upshot
Bright
Spring Chicken
Peacock
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