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A popular name that may pop into your mind when deciding what to call your hedgehog must be Sonic! After all, we’ve been watching him roll through our television for almost two decades. But there are so many great names out there, so it’s worth searching for one before making a quick decision.
With their spiny coats and pig-like snouts, these little nocturnal mammals are nothing short of pet perfection! If you’re feeling overwhelmed with choosing a name, fear not. We have gathered our absolute favorites from the best hedgehog names around. Which quill you choose?
Female Hedgehog Names
If you are searching for something sweet and feminine, we have just the names you need!
- Bella
- Chika
- Clover
- Dawn
- Flower
- Ginger
- Gretta
- Hazel
- Kella
- Lola
- Mellow
- Minnie
- Peaches
- Pearl
- Penny
- Perpetua
- Star
- Tink
- Willow
- Zoey
Male Hedgehog Names
One of these cool or tough male hedgehog names will be perfect for your little dude.
- Albert
- Albus
- Alister
- Avo
- Basil
- Biscuit
- Churro
- Dusty
- Flit
- George
- Giles
- Gordie
- Hank
- Hans
- Harvey
- Hector
- Henry
- Hoover
- Humphrey
- Loki
- Meatball
- Meeko
- Nacho
- Snowball

Cutest Hedgehog Names
Known for their adorable snouts, prickly bodies, and sweet little paws, hedgehogs are some of the cutest pets out there! It is only fitting that they have a name as charming as their appearance.
- Acai
- Apricot
- Baby
- Bean
- Booboo
- Boysen
- Button
- Chip
- Ducky
- Finn
- Freckles
- Lil
- Nugget
- Nutty
- Okra
- Peanut
- Pepper
- Periwinkle
- Pip
- Pom Pom
- Porky
- Pudding
- Smidgen
- Smudge
- Tater
- Tiny
- Tot
- Tulip
Most Unique Hedgehog Names
Maybe you’re searching for a name equally as distinctive as their quills or ability to roll up into tight little balls. Your hedgehog may be of the eccentric variety and may have an odd way of behaving. Either way, we have you covered and compiled a list of the quirkiest names!
- Atlas
- Bono
- Bruno
- Cheeto
- Churro
- Cornelius
- Dash
- Django
- Dorito
- Enzo
- Felix
- Finley
- Grier
- Jalapeno
- Khan
- Millicent
- Nimbus
- Raisin
- Ritz
- Timbit
- Wonton
- Yeti
- Yoko

Funniest Hedgehog Names
For the hedgehog who happens to be quite quirky and full of life, we know they’ll be better suited with a humorous name. Hedgehogs are also known to pop a smile now and again. So, make sure you brush up on your hedgehog jokes! Here are the best hedgehog names that are sure to get a laugh.
- Cactus
- Edgar Allen Poke
- Enquillata
- Fluffy
- Fuzzy
- Hamlet
- Harley Quill
- Hoglet
- Mr. Prickles
- Pincushion
- Poke-ahontas
- Pokey-Man
- Prickly Pete
- Prickles
- Quilliam
- Shakespear
- Sherlock Pokes
- Spike Lee
- Thistle

Finding the Right Name for Your Hedgehog
Creating a name for your hedgehog shouldn’t be an agonizing experience. Take your time and ask your family and friends to join you in examining your favorite titles. Just focus on your new little spiky love bug and know that no matter which name you choose, they will love it!
We hope our list of 100+ hedgehog names has pointed you in the right direction. Regardless of the name you choose, we know your hedgehog will always love you a whole hedge of a lot!
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