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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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