Crabs are usually kept for consumption hence it is not common to keep them as pets. For this reason, it is also not a common practice to come up with crab names. However, there are a significant number of people that keep crabs as pets. That being said, most crab pet owners prefer funny crab names to famous and gender-specific names. This article provides new crab owners with names that are relevant, memorable and relatable. The article gives a detailed account of funny crab names, famous and Disney names well as those based on gender.
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Funny Crab Names
It is quite common to give pets funny names. In fact, funny names allow for the development of a deeper connection between the owner and the pet. Funny crab names are usually inspired by their physical characteristics. Observing the behaviour of a pet crab also serves as inspiration for funny crab names. Funny names also include names of famous movie or cartoon characters. Puns on famous people’s names make for funny crab names.
Mr Krabs: based on the character of a crab in SpongeBob Squarepants.
Bikini Bottom: a place where Mr Krabs from SpongeBob Squarepants lived.
Officer Grumpy: inspired by a children’s song titled The Grumpy Red Crab.
Yummy: a funny name for an animal considered as a delicacy in most parts of the world.
Leggy: crabs have 10 legs hence the name leggy
- Sushi
- Sticks
- Mr Legs
- Gus
- Shelly
- Lil’ Guy
- Snappy
- Slow Joe
- Googly eyes
- Crusty
- Crabbina
- Crabcake
- Jaws
- Crawler
Pet crab names
Coming up with good pet crab names can be quite difficult, especially when one is looking for easily relatable names. Pet crab names are based on their physical characteristics. This makes it easy for anyone to relate to the animal. Names that are inspired by the personality traits of the crab are also recommended. To add on, pet crab names are inclusive of all names that are suitable for water and land animals.
Buddy: a common name used to show affection and friendship.
Sebastian: a character from The Little Mermaid.
Salty: like most shellfish found in the ocean, crabs are salty making this name ideal for a pet.
Officer Sheldon: crabs are a type of shellfish. As such, this distinguished and fun name is quite suitable.
Scrab: derived from the words sea and crabs.
- Augie
- Daisy
- Atticus
- Flossie
- Lola
- Milo
- Miles
- Billie
- Sheriff
- Kloss
- Oslo
- Tucker
- Frankie
- Oscar
- Coco
- Nikki
- Sir
- Stormi
- Pacific
- Ariel
- Ace
- Hailey
- Jett
- Rufus
- Patrick
- Bono
- Hiccup
- Naila
- Ryder
- Shiva
Cute Crab Names
Cute crab names are a great way of showing affection to pets. Coming up with a cute crab name is quite easy. Basically, any names that are considered to be cute for humans and other pets are also ideal for crabs. Cute crab names include names of people’s favourite destinations. Terms of endearment are among the world’s most common crab cute names.
Rocky: some crabs have rocky hard exteriors to protect them from predators.
Crabby: crabs can simply be named Crabby which is quite simple, memorable and relatable.
Bubbles: a perfect name for an animal that lives in water.
Honey: terms of endearment make for cute crab names.
- Abbie
- Aldo
- April
- Homer
- Mac
- Mia
- Addie
- Axel
- Chanel
- Ed
- Skye
- Patty
- Elmo
- Elsa
- Dusty
- Sandy
- Chyna
- Cleo
- Sarah
- Suri
- Picky
- Roco
- Sissy
- Zara
- Femi
- Kira
- Skittles
Disney Crab Names
Over the past decades, there have been numerous Disney movies inspired by or developed around e crabs. Such movies and cartoon series provide the best names for pet crabs. In fact, some people prefer to make use of their favourite Disney crab names. Below are a few examples of Disney crab names.
Tamatoa: a character from the 2016 animated film, Moana.
Mr Krabs: a character of a crab in the popular cartoon series, SpongeBob Squarepants.
Sebastian: a crab from The Little Mermaid.
Scroop: from the 2002 animated movie, Treasure Planet.
- Randy Pincherson
- Crazy Joe
- Chet
- Alexander
- Bill the Crab
- Bruce
- King Crab
- Clink
- Sanppy the Hermit Crab
- Crab bot
- Snappy
- Zeus
- Klutzy
Famous Crab Names
Famous crab names are ideal because they are easy to remember and relate to. Such names are usually inspired by famous movie and cartoon characters. Names of popular people and world leaders also make for great famous crab names. Some famous crab names are derived from endearment terms while others are simply taken from common names that are given to pets.
Joey/ Andy: the names are inspired by the crab characters from the movie, Adventures of Joey and Andy Crabs: Crab Day Afternoon (Adventures of Little Bird Book 2).
Nipper: a character from Banjo Kazooie.
Krusty Krab: named after the restaurant owned by Mr Krabs from SpongeBob Squarepants.
Sandy: a relatable and memorable name for sand crabs.
- Ash
- Hermit
- Kenny
- Clawgrip
- Captain Hook
- Nemo
- Salt
- Crabella
- Grumpy
- Angelica
- Captain Snape
- Blondie
- Manicure
- Honey
- Lovebug
- Miss Red
- Poppy
Male Crab Names
Male crabs are often referred to as Jimmy crabs. They are quite larger in stature and command a higher market value than female crabs. That being said, male crabs can generally be given any male human names. Their physical characteristics also serve as inspiration for good names. Male crab names include funny and famous names. Names of famous historical figures make for cool male crab names.
Blue: male crabs are identifiable by their blue claws hence the name Blue.
Big Mac: male crabs tend to be bigger and meatier than female crabs making this name suitable and easy to relate to.
Jimmy Fallon: a pun on the American comedian Jimmy Fallon’s name. The pun is inspired by the reference term, jimmy that is given to male crabs.
Napoleon/ Caesar: names of world leaders make for great male crab names.
Billy Clawford: named after Billy Crawford, an American actor.
- Aiden
- Amos
- Bryce
- Dash
- Archie
- Barry
- Blaze
- Ezra
- Freddy
- Deke
- Fin
- Bolt
- Brodie
- Garry
- Larry
- Ghost
- Augie
- Billy
- Echo
- Gizmo
- Loki
- Madiba
- Arlo
- Leo
- Mateo
- Macho
Female Crab Names
The maturity of female crabs determines their term of reference. Mature female crabs are called sooks while immature ones are referred to as sally or sea crabs. They are distinguishable by the red tips on their claws. They also have a wider and more rounded April in comparison to male crabs. These characteristics can be used to develop good female crab names. Female crabs can also be given names that are considered as suitable for humans and other male pets.
Essie: the name is inspired by the red tips on female crabs’ claws. Essie is one of the world’s best nail polish brands. It is among the most popular female crab names.
Flora/ Lily: female crab names can be inspired by the owner’s favourite flowers making it easy to develop a stronger connection.
Mermaid: the name is derived from a movie titled, The Little Mermaid. It is a beautiful name for any female creature than lives in water.
Rainbow: a cute name for a beloved pet.
Ingrid: a unique and beautiful female crab name meaning beautiful.
- Bella
- Emma
- Whitney
- Mrs Crabs
- Tilly
- Elizabeth
- Diana
- Oprah
- Dahlia
- Paris
- Clawie
- Mia
- Harper
- Thembi
- Stella
- Ariana
- Savannah
- Nova
- Clara
- Thea
- Nina
- Ada
- Gracie
- Yaretzi
Baby Crab Names
Baby craps are called zoea larvae. They are hatched when they are still small. This makes it difficult to name them according to their personality and physical traits. As such, most people prefer to make use of temporary names. Temporary baby crab names are usually inspired by endearment terms or baby nicknames. Permanent baby crab names are used as they mature. The following is a list of common baby crab names.
Tiny: baby crabs are very small hence the name Tiny.
Biggie Smalls: a fun and ironic name for a baby crab. The name is inspired by the late American rapper, BI.G also known as Biggie Smalls
Little Miss/Mr Yummy: a cute and funny name for a baby crab.
Disney: an ideal name for pet owners that love Disney world.
Krabby: a Pokémon character.
- Liam
- Rey
- Itsy Bitty
- Pumpkin
- Munchkin
- Jamie
- Logan
- Jack
- Levi
- Danny
- Ezra
- Zavier
- Calvin
- Theo
- Tequila
- Cupcake
- Ronan
- Reid
- Fisher
- Atlantic
- Odin
- Kane
- Casey
- Roger
- Jaxx
- Seychelles
How Do You Tell If A Crab Is A Boy Or Girl?
People prefer different types of pets and the same applies to gender. For this reason, it is a valuable skill to distinguish between the two genders. Determining the gender of a crab is an easy task. Male and female crabs are identifiable by 2 major characteristics. Female crabs have red-tipped claws whereas male crabs have blue claws. To add on, male crabs have a narrow T-shaped apron on the back of their shell. On the other hand, female crabs have a wider apron.
What Is a Crab’s Behaviour?
One of the most important aspects of choosing a pet is acquiring sufficient knowledge about its behaviour. Crabs thrive in their natural habitat, particularly in the wild than caged. Their life expectancy tends to diminish when kept in cages. Most crabs are not starter pets as they can be quite aggressive. They are known to fight each other quite often. They are basically complex and active. Note that there are various species of crabs and just as they have a different life expectancy, their behaviour patterns are not all similar. Red clawed crabs are one of the most popular crab pets in the world. They make for perfect starter pets and are easy to handle. They are also not picky eaters.