250+ Fox Names: Cute, Funny, Unique & Mythical Ideas

Looking for the perfect fox name? This collection includes more than 250 fox names for stuffed animals, story characters, games, crafts and imaginary fox friends.

From cute choices like Mochi and Pippin to funny names like Sir Foxington and Tailor Swift, you’ll find ideas for every fox personality. Browse popular, cute, funny, cool, unique, male, female, color-inspired and mythical fox names, or use the naming tips below to create one of your own.

250+ cute, funny and unique fox name ideas

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Popular Fox Names

These popular fox names are widely loved and work great for any fox, whether real or fictional. Many of these names are inspired by foxes’ clever, curious, and playful nature.

Finn
Rusty
Blaze
Ember
Jasper
Sly
Scarlet
Felix
Foxy
Redd
Tucker
Ginger
Rowan
Copper
Ash

Cute Fox Names

If you’re looking for cute fox names that capture the playful and charming side of foxes, these are perfect! These names are ideal for pet foxes, stuffed animals, or fox characters in books, cartoons, or games.

Snickers
Biscuit
Pippin
Nibbles
Tails
Peaches
Fuzzy
Cuddles
Button
Sprout
Poppy
Whiskers
Maple
Mochi
Honey

Unique Fox Names

If you want a name that feels a little less expected, these unique fox names combine nature, fantasy and playful sounds. They work especially well for original story characters, games, stuffed animals and creative classroom projects.

Aster
Auri
Bracken
Calyx
Cinder
Dapple
Echo
Elowen
Fable
Fern
Finch
Juniper
Kestrel
Lumen
Moss
Oren
Quill
Rook
Saffron
Sorrel
Tavi
Thistle
Vesper
Wren
Zinnia

Funny and Punny Fox Names

Foxes are known for being sneaky and mischievous, making funny fox names a great choice! If you want something lighthearted and playful, check out these hilarious name ideas.

Fox McCloud
Sly vester
Tailspin
Sir Foxington
Reddi Whip
Foxtrot
Rusty Rascal
Cheeks
Bandit
Furrari
Outfoxed
Trickster
Foxy Brown
Zorro
Wily
Faux Paws
Foxanne
Foxy McFoxface
Sir Slinks-a-Lot
Tailor Swift
Fuzz Lightyear
Benedict Cumberfox
Fantastic Mr. Fluff
Red Hot Chili Fox
Fur-gus
Sneaky Pete
The Notorious F.O.X.

Cool Fox Names

If your fox has a mysterious or adventurous side, these cool fox names are perfect. These names are sleek, edgy, and full of personality and attitude.

Shadow
Ace
Vortex
Eclipse
Nova
Hunter
Ghost
Maverick
Onyx
Titan
Blaze
Storm
Phantom
Rogue
Thor

Brave Fox Names

Foxes are bold, clever, and fearless, making these brave fox names a great fit! These names are ideal for a fox with a strong personality or a leader in a story.

Fang
Viper
Venom
Havoc
Reaper
Inferno
Loki
Jinx
Warlock
Diesel
Rebel
Brutus
Savage
Raptor
Blitz

Famous Fox Names

Looking for inspiration from famous foxes in movies, TV, and folklore? These famous fox names are timeless classics!

Tod (from The Fox and the Hound)
Nick Wilde (from Zootopia)
Robin Hood (Disney’s Robin Hood)
Swiper (from Dora the Explorer)
Mr. Fox (from Fantastic Mr. Fox)
Vulpix (from Pokémon)
Tails (from Sonic the Hedgehog)
Maid Marian (from Robin Hood)
Reynard (legendary fox in folklore)
Kurama (from Naruto)
Fox McCloud (Star Fox)
Zorro (which means ‘fox’ in Spanish)
Fix & Foxi (German comic fox twins)
Ylvis (the comedy duo behind “The Fox (What Does the Fox Say?)”)
Fenneko (from Aggretsuko)

Male Fox Names

These boy and male fox names range from friendly and familiar to bold and adventurous. Choose one for a fox character, stuffed animal, game, craft or imaginary fox friend.

Leo
Tucker
Bandit
Ace
Chase
Finn
Rocco
Jasper
Hunter
Felix
Redd
Ash
Blaze
Rusty
Ryder

Female Fox Names

These girl and female fox names include sweet, elegant, nature-inspired and adventurous choices. They work beautifully for fox characters, stuffed animals, crafts, games and stories.

Willow
Scarlett
Hazel
Ruby
Ivy
Autumn
Trixie
Sienna
Nova
Poppy
Freya
Dahlia
Phoenix
Ariel
Cassie

Fox Names by Personality

A fox’s personality can be just as inspiring as its color or appearance. Whether your fox is clever, playful, gentle or brave, these personality-based ideas can help you find a name that feels like the perfect fit.

Clever and Mischievous Fox Names

Scout
Wink
Ziggy
Dodger
Puzzle
Riddle

Playful Fox Names

Bouncy
Frisky
Giggles
Skip
Zoom
Tumble

Gentle and Sweet Fox Names

Clover
Dove
Mellow
Sunny
Sweetpea
Bloom

Bold and Adventurous Fox Names

Arrow
Everest
Hero
Ranger
Valor
Quest

Red Fox Names

If you’re naming a red fox, these names are inspired by their fiery fur and wild spirit!

Rusty
Ember
Rowan
Scarlet
Blaze
Copper
Maple
Phoenix
Cinnamon
Bramble
Sienna
Auburn
Flare
Foxfire
Sunset

White and Arctic Fox Names

White and arctic foxes have beautiful pale coats that inspire snowy, wintry and magical names. These ideas are perfect for an arctic fox character, plushie, craft or game.

Snowy
Frost
Ice
Blizzard
Ivory
Winter
Polar
Luna
Ghost
Nova
Crystal
Storm
Tundra
Cloud
Yuki (means “snow” in Japanese)

Black Fox Names

A black fox has a sleek, mysterious look—these names match their shadowy and cool vibes!

Onyx
Shadow
Eclipse
Midnight
Phantom
Raven
Jet
Obsidian
Vanta
Panther
Inky
Ash
Noir
Sable
Carbon

Silver Fox Names

For those striking silver foxes, these names reflect their shiny, mysterious fur color!

Sterling
Mist
Frost
Chrome
Mercury
Steel
Dusk
Luna
Stardust
Glacier
Aspen
Shimmer
Moonbeam
Whisper
Thunder

Mythical and Fantasy Fox Names

Foxes appear in legends and folklore as clever, magical and mysterious creatures. These names include recognized fox figures from different traditions along with fantasy-inspired ideas for enchanted fox characters.

Kitsune (a Japanese fox spirit)
Inari (a Japanese kami associated with foxes)
Tamamo-no-Mae (a legendary kitsune from Japanese folklore)
Huli Jing (a fox spirit from Chinese folklore)
Kumiho (a nine-tailed fox from Korean folklore)
Teumessian Fox (a giant fox from Greek mythology)
Rune
Arcane
Zephyr
Nox
Lyra
Eclipse
Selene
Nyx
Solstice

How to Choose the Perfect Fox Name

The best fox name should match its appearance, personality and the way the name will be used. A cuddly stuffed fox may need a different name from a mischievous story character or a powerful fantasy fox.

Here are a few ways to narrow down your choices:

Consider the personality: Names such as Ziggy, Bouncy and Giggles suit playful foxes, while Shadow, Rogue and Vesper feel more mysterious.
Look at the color: Rusty, Ember and Copper work well for red foxes, while Snowy, Frost and Tundra suit white or arctic foxes.
Think about its role: Choose something sweet for a stuffed animal, memorable for a game character or imaginative for a story.
Try a funny name: Sir Foxington, Faux Paws and Tailor Swift add humor and personality.
Choose a famous favorite: Tod, Nick Wilde, Swiper and Robin Hood are recognizable choices inspired by popular fox characters.
Say the name aloud: A good name should be easy to pronounce and feel natural when you use it in a story, game or conversation.

You can also combine two ideas to create something more personal, such as Little Ember, Captain Tails, Snowy Vesper or Copper Scout.

Fox Name FAQs

What is a good name for a fox?

A good fox name reflects its personality, color or role. Rusty, Finn, Ember, Pippin, Tails and Maple are friendly choices, while Shadow, Rogue, Vesper and Blaze feel more mysterious or adventurous.

What should I name a stuffed fox?

Soft and playful names work especially well for stuffed foxes. Consider Mochi, Biscuit, Pippin, Button, Honey, Clover, Cuddles or Sweetpea.

What is a female fox called?

An adult female fox is called a vixen. Female fox name ideas include Willow, Ruby, Hazel, Trixie, Autumn, Freya and Sienna.

What is a male fox called?

A male fox is commonly called a dog fox or a tod. Reynard is an older traditional name for a fox and is also used as a fox character name.

What is a baby fox called?

A baby fox is most commonly called a kit, although the terms cub and pup are also used. Pip, Sprout, Button, Nibbles and Tavi would make cute names for a baby fox.

What are some mythical fox names?

Kitsune, Tamamo-no-Mae, Huli Jing and Kumiho come from fox-related folklore. Rune, Arcane, Nox, Nyx and Solstice are magical-sounding alternatives for a fantasy fox character.

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Finding the Perfect Fox Name

Whether you’re naming a stuffed animal, story character, classroom craft or imaginary fox friend, the best name is one that matches its personality and makes you smile.

Choose a favorite from the lists above or combine a few ideas to create a completely original fox name.

Once you’ve chosen a name, bring your fox to life with our fox crafts and activities, cut-and-paste fox craft, fox mask templates or clay fox tutorial.